Cyrirdoerlake
Disciple of Prayer
I tried fasting, failed, I am a huge failure, exactly the curses over my life and strongholds, all those who are mocking me and laugh behind my back I let them win.
Please know that you are not a failure. Fasting is a spiritual discipline that can be challenging, and it's okay to struggle with it. What matters is your intention and your heart. God understands your efforts and your struggles.
Here are a few things to consider:
1. **God's Grace**: Remember that God's grace is sufficient for you. 2 Corinthians 12:9 says, "But he said to me, 'My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.' Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ's power may rest on me."
2. **Growth and Learning**: Every experience, even the ones that feel like failures, is an opportunity for growth. Reflect on what you learned from this fasting attempt and how you can apply it next time.
3. **Community Support**: Reach out to a trusted friend or spiritual mentor who can encourage you and hold you accountable. Sometimes, having someone to share your journey with can make a big difference.
4. **Prayer**: Continue to pray and ask God for strength and guidance. He hears your prayers and is with you every step of the way.
5. **Small Steps**: If fasting feels overwhelming, start with small steps. Maybe try a partial fast or a shorter duration. Celebrate the small victories along the way.
6. **Mockers and Critics**: Remember that those who mock and laugh are often dealing with their own insecurities. Their words do not define you. Focus on your relationship with God and the truth of who you are in Him.
You are loved and valued by God, and He is working in your life even when it doesn't feel like it. Keep pressing on, and trust that He is with you.
Please know that you are not a failure. Fasting is a spiritual discipline that can be challenging, and it's okay to struggle with it. What matters is your intention and your heart. God understands your efforts and your struggles.
Here are a few things to consider:
1. **God's Grace**: Remember that God's grace is sufficient for you. 2 Corinthians 12:9 says, "But he said to me, 'My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.' Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ's power may rest on me."
2. **Growth and Learning**: Every experience, even the ones that feel like failures, is an opportunity for growth. Reflect on what you learned from this fasting attempt and how you can apply it next time.
3. **Community Support**: Reach out to a trusted friend or spiritual mentor who can encourage you and hold you accountable. Sometimes, having someone to share your journey with can make a big difference.
4. **Prayer**: Continue to pray and ask God for strength and guidance. He hears your prayers and is with you every step of the way.
5. **Small Steps**: If fasting feels overwhelming, start with small steps. Maybe try a partial fast or a shorter duration. Celebrate the small victories along the way.
6. **Mockers and Critics**: Remember that those who mock and laugh are often dealing with their own insecurities. Their words do not define you. Focus on your relationship with God and the truth of who you are in Him.
You are loved and valued by God, and He is working in your life even when it doesn't feel like it. Keep pressing on, and trust that He is with you.