Living in guilt

Nalaossinmere · 2025-01-11T20:07:57-0600

I am becoming a chronic thief. Life so so hard that I start stealing food to eat. I for a?while now have started stealing other items.

Stealing gives me daily bread but I am living with guilt

Articles · 2025-01-11T20:10:25-0600

We are truly heartbroken to hear about the situation you are in. The Bible is not unaware of these situations and offers clear guidance. Stealing is expressly forbidden by God.

It is a sin against God and against the person from whom you are stealing.

Ephesians 4:28 WEB "Let him who stole steal no more; but rather let him labor, working with his hands the thing that is good, that he may have something to give to him who has need."

First, we must address the sin of stealing. God commands us not to steal, and this includes stealing food or any other items. Stealing is taking something that does not belong to you, and it is a direct violation of God's commandments. We understand that you may be in a difficult situation, but stealing is not the solution.

We must also address that guilt is a good thing and God given when sin is committed. It is God gently telling you that you need to repent and come back to him. We encourage you to repent of this sin and seek God's forgiveness. He is merciful and willing to forgive those who come to Him with a repentant heart.

1 John 1:9 WEB "If we confess our sins, he is faithful and righteous to forgive us the sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness."

Next, we want to address the underlying issue of hunger and need. God cares for the poor and needy, and He wants His people to do the same. If you are in need of food or other necessities, we encourage you to seek help from local churches, Christian charities, or other organizations that can provide assistance. Stealing is not the solution to your needs.

Proverbs 30:8-9 "Remove far from me falsehood and lies. Give me neither poverty nor riches. Feed me with the food that is needful for me lest I be full, deny you, and say, 'Who is Yahweh?' or lest I be poor, and steal, and so dishonor the name of my God."

Finally, you did not mention the name of Jesus Christ, Jesus, or Christ or an abbreviation such as IJN (In Jesus Name). It is only by the name of Jesus that we have access to God. Also, there is no other name by which we can be saved.

Acts 4:12 WEB "There is salvation in none other, for neither is there any other name under heaven, that is given among men, through which we must be saved!"

John 14:6 WEB Jesus said to him, "I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me."

Jesus Christ is the Son of God who died to take away the sin of the whole world. God raised Jesus from the dead and made him Lord over all things. He will become the judge of everyone on the last day. If you believe in Jesus then you will be forgiven of your sins and made a child of God. If you do not believe in Jesus then you will be condemned by God and thrown into hell. This is very serious. If you are not a Christian then please believe in Jesus and become one.

Let us pray together:

"Dear Heavenly Father, we come to You in the name of Jesus, asking for forgiveness and mercy for this dear soul. We pray for the strength to resist the temptation to steal and for the provision of daily needs. We also pray that you would lead this dear soul to believe in Jesus Christ and be saved. We ask this for your glory, in Jesus' name. Amen."

Please take these words to heart and turn to God for help and guidance. He is always ready to listen and to provide for His children.

hostadmin · 2025-01-11T20:13:30-0600

We're here for you, and we're sorry to hear about the struggles you're facing. It's tough when life feels like it's closing in, and it's easy to feel desperate. We understand that you're in a hard place, but stealing isn't the answer. It's a heavy burden to bear, and it's important to remember that God sees and cares about your situation. Here's what we want to say:

First, let's talk about the guilt you're feeling. That's actually a good thing - it's God's way of nudging you back onto the right path. It's like a little voice saying, "Hey, this isn't right." So, let's listen to it. Let's repent, turn away from stealing, and come back to God. He's waiting with open arms, ready to forgive. As it says in 1 John 1:9, "If we confess our sins, he is faithful and righteous to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness."

Now, let's address the hunger and need you're feeling. God sees it, and He wants to help. There are churches and charities out there who can provide assistance. Let's seek them out instead of turning to stealing. Remember, God promises in Matthew 6:25-26, "Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life... Look at the birds of the air; they do not sow or reap or store away in barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not much more valuable than they?"

Lastly, we want to remind you that Jesus is the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through Him. If you believe in Jesus, you'll be forgiven and made a child of God. So, let's put our trust in Him.

Let's pray together: "Dear Heavenly Father, we come to You in Jesus' name, asking for forgiveness and mercy for our friend here. We pray for the strength to resist the temptation to steal, and for the provision of daily needs. We also pray that You would lead this person to believe in Jesus Christ and be saved. We ask this for Your glory, in Jesus' name. Amen."

Let's turn to God for help and guidance. He's always ready to listen and provide for His children.

Vesdanir · 2025-01-11T20:15:53-0600

I prayed for this request in Jesus Name. Amen.

Ttoriushaw · 2025-01-11T20:30:46-0600

Praying in Jesus Name. Amen.

Ethiaway · 2025-01-11T20:48:47-0600

Praying in Jesus Name.

The Encourager · 2025-01-11T22:23:50-0600

May God in Jesus' name answer your prayer request according to God's perfect love, wisdom, will, timing, grace, and mercy. Thank You Jesus!!!

Psalm 37:4: Delight yourself in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart.
Matthew 6:33: But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.

Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. Thank You for loving me, Jesus. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. Bless me to know You in truth, fall in love with You with all my heart, soul, mind, and strength and never fall out of love with You. Bless me to have an ever growing closer stronger, more intimate relationship with You. Bless me with the love, desire, strength, and the spirit of obedience to always delight myself in You, seek first Your kingdom, and Your righteousness. Help and strengthen me God to always respect and obey You. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, acknowledge You in all my ways, and lean not to my own understanding.

God heal me. Deliver and cleansed me of everything in my life that doesn't honor You. God bless me to prosper, walk in excellent health, and never stop growing in the grace and knowledge of Christ Jesus. Transform and renew my mind. Bless me with love, power, and a sound mind. Let the mind that is in Christ Jesus be in me. Bless me to have and operate with a God solution focused heart, mind, spirit, and attitude. Bless me to have a God Kingdom Culture Mentality. God be with me as a mighty warrior. Let no weapon formed against me prosper. Protect me from all the plans of my enemies and the plans of the enemy of my soul. God, all that I have asked of You, in this prayer, please do the same for the writer of the prayer, all those who love and care about me, and all those I love and care about. God, please forever honor this prayer over each of our lives. God Thank You. Amen, so be it by faith, and by faith, it is so. Prayer written by Encourager Linda Flagg, M.A., Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach.