In Between Counselling Sessions Things Tend to Eventually Fall Apart

[Hermit7]

Greetings all,

I've been going to some counselling sessions and I've been taking medication for my scrupulousity, but despite these things, things eventually start falling apart in my mind in between sessions.

Just today, sometimes in the morning, I had an intrusive thought about writing things other than work related, email, or on forums (writing is one of the hobbies that I enjoy). Basically the thought came about losing my salvation if I would write anythingn beyond these things, and I felt a "yes" in the back of my throat. And, because, of that I'm afraid that I consented to such a thing. And I really don't want to. Now I'm afriad to write.

Also, I was suppose to do a specific task at work. And another intrusive thought happened. And now I'm afraid to do that task or sometimes even do anything related to it. If I do, I'll lose my salvation.

Even wanting to post on this forum, gave me intrusive thoughts--like I'm betting my soul on it. I don't want that!!!!!

After counselling, ignoring thoughts like these aren't a problem, but usually as the week wears on, I can't ignore them. What am I to do about these things?

-Hermit

[Dani H]

Maybe your counselor can record himself/herself and you could play whatever they say back to yourself on the days between sessions?

If you respond well to external auditory clues and those help you override the internal promptings, you might do well with a technique like that. Evidently you're a very auditory directed person and so I'd use that to my advantage.

Also maybe get the Bible in audio form and play that back daily to override the inner chatter with the power of God's SPOKEN Word. Go on the offensive, mate! It's your mind! Fight for it!

[Hermit7]

Thanks Dani. That is an idea. Not sure if my counsellor is alright with that, though.

Anyway, but what about those three thing that happened to me today? What do I do with them?

[Dani H]

Thanks Dani. That is an idea. Not sure if my counsellor is alright with that, though.

Anyway, but what about those three thing that happened to me today? What do I do with them?

You weigh them against the truth of Scripture, and if they don't match up, then you ignore them.

Unless your "feelings" are God. Are they God? You have God's written word to check these thoughts against, you know. And our thoughts and feelings can lie. God never lies. So there you go.

[Hermit7]

Well if that's the case, I believe that the Bible says you can't lose your salvation. And personally I believe that. But the problem is, other Christians say that you can and some verses may imply that.

Any advice regarding that?

[-SEEKING-]

But the problem is, other Christians say that you can and some verses may imply that.

Any advice regarding that?

Don't measure your relationship with God as to how other people relate to Him. Or their current level of understanding.

[Indueseason]

Salvation is a relationship with Jesus. Like any other relationship, it takes communication to grow. Spend time in prayer and study of the word, talk to Him throughout your day. Get to know Him and don't neglect the relationship. Then you'll know that your saved, and can refute these thoughts!

blessings to you

[Dani H]

Well if that's the case, I believe that the Bible says you can't lose your salvation. And personally I believe that. But the problem is, other Christians say that you can and some verses may imply that.

Any advice regarding that?

Show me Scripture that says you can lose your salvation based on impulsive thoughts or actions.

Go ahead.

[Toner44]

That "Yes" was a demon speaking, not you. You could call it a mental illness but I'd rather find the root of the problem. I have that problem too and the only thing I've been able to do is just say "Jesus" when I feel the overwhelming feeling when they're trying to put you on the spot. Tell yourself...its them, not me.

I would imagine your biggest fear is fearing that you're capable of saying yes. Learn to trust yourself. Pray to God and fight through the barrier of this ridiculous stuff.

If I could give you some advice I would say: Don't punish yourself by taking those thoughts seriously. You can't earn God's grace.

I'll be praying for you because I know this is tough. Its hard to trust yourself but you gotta realize they're controlling your life.

God Bless.

[Toner44]

When these thoughts happen pray to God and tell him "God, I had a thought about selling my soul. . . please help me overcome these lies"

Stay busy, exercise, and find little tasks and projects to do. Try not to stay idle. You deserve freedom. You are God's beloved.