It's not about being on fire for God it's about reminded yourself that your a sinner and God loved you so much he sent his son to die on the cross to pay for your sins.... You being on fire and producing fruit like Cain won't be accepted you offering up an acceptable sacrifice with is faith in Jesus and Jesus only is acceptable in the eyes of the Lord remember your works are as filthy rags..
for one, i never saw anything like "overflowing faith" but rather words on the quality and resilience of someone's faith. it is less quantitative and more boolean; faith, or no faith? and sometimes being a faithful person comes with a lot of feelings. but i imagine if God asked us to literally always be fervently passionately "feeling" faith that we'd... probably run out eventually. sometimes you won't get those "butterflies" so to speak, but definitely don't let that discourage you :) and always remember. Jesus loves you ❤
Sometimes, Christians forget that this is a marathon, rather than a sprint. You have to have endurance for it. You have to choose devotion and commitment to God rather than feelings which burns to quickly. “He that endureth to the end, the same shall be saved”
Please pray for me. I’m 18 and I relate to everything he’s saying so far. I’ve been trying so many things to help my family that I’m afraid of failing and feel like ending it all.
I’m praying for you. I was struggling too, maybe not as much as you, but this video helped and I pray the truth of it will help you now and in the long run. I’m about your age as well, you are not alone here brother. I pray that you will have the strength to follow God, even when you don’t feel like it ❤️Jesus is near (Matthew 28:20).
@@dje3.16I appreciate your want to help brother, but I would encourage you to be a little more sensitive about the way you reply. I think you just came off a little blunt, but thank you, for I know you didn’t mean any harm. God bless ❤️🙏
Think of it more like mountain climbing (which if you haven’t done, why are you even living?) where there are the highs and the lows (both physically and spiritually), but the grandest moment is at the summit which belongs to days we won’t see in this lifetime.
It's not about being on fire for God it's about reminded yourself that your a sinner and God loved you so much he sent his son to die on the cross to pay for your sins.... You being on fire and producing fruit like Cain won't be accepted you offering up an acceptable sacrifice with is faith in Jesus and Jesus only is acceptable in the eyes of the Lord remember your works are as filthy rags..
@lindseyrae8598 you are not alone, sister. Sometimes a lack of passion and doubts occur as we try to walk out our faith, it happens to all of us. I think what's important is to take things one day at a time. The past is in the past, and the future is unknown, so its best to focus on today in the here and now. Focus on what you can do to serve and obey YAHWEH today. Is there anything in particular you are questioning or doubting? I'll be more that happy to talk and help, YAHWEH willing ♥️ I'll be praying for you ♥️♥️♥️
It's not about being on fire for God it's about reminded yourself that your a sinner and God loved you so much he sent his son to die on the cross to pay for your sins.... You being on fire and producing fruit like Cain won't be accepted you offering up an acceptable sacrifice with is faith in Jesus and Jesus only is acceptable in the eyes of the Lord remember your works are as filthy rags..
This man is literally examining himself WHILE not feeling the strong yearning and being on fire for God and STILL teaching and encouraging us. This takes amazing courage and honesty. Isaac, I’m right there with you at this moment. I’ll pray for you man. God bless you.
My wife filed for divorce at the end of February. Nothing really caused it. No infidelity, no abuse, nothing. When she first broke the news a couple months before she filed I was lost, went into a spiral. Never questioned God, but I was in a deep depression. I trusted in his sovereignty. I stayed in constant prayer. Today I can honestly say that my faith has never been stronger. He’s provided so much in so many ways, so I know he does have his hand over this. It comes in waves and I really needed this video today. Today has been one of those days. You’re not alone, I’m here to talk. I will answer any messages. Always remember that even on those days where you feel alone and depressed just know that God is there, he’s guiding every aspect of your life whether you see it at the moment or not. Never give up.
I'm really sorry about your divorce. It's not justified because Jesus even said that whoever divorces their spouse except on the grounds of sexual immorality commits adultery. To see you committing to God even after such an unjust thing done to you is so wonderful. I pray that He may comfort you, and pour His love on you. May His will for your life come to pass, and His purposes prevail.
@kevinjacksonvlogs what a beautiful message! You are a gem in the Kingdom. I am so sorry about your separation. I like the videos on your channel: great job on your music. 🙌🏼
@kevinjacksonvlogs1356 I'm sorry to hear about that, brother. All praise be to YAHWEH for giving you strength in this difficult time ❤ you'll be in my prayers ❤❤
Thank you for encouraging me.. This happened to me this year as well. It's encouraging that something like this has happened to someone else too and yet their life is not over.
Youre right, its NOT ABOUT FEELINGS. Its like a marriage (a poor analogy, but it works), sometimes you are madly in love with your spouse, sometimes you dont even feel like being in the same room. The point is that its a marriage, and as long as you are still married, youre still doing well. Its a contract, and as long as you still honor it, youre still doing ok. You cant be on fire all the time, you burn out quicker that way. The walk is about finding that place where he is a constant, steady presence that you can appreciate and honor. He will never love you any less for it, ever. Jesus came as a man, he knows how tough this world is, he can absolutely sympathize with you. If your conversion was genuine, you cant lose your salvation, if we could, NO ONE would be saved.
It’s a great analogy. That’s the one (of the many) reason(s) God gave us marriage, to provide us a parallel for our relationship with Him. Well said! God Bless!
I find it funny that you call it a poor analogy, but the Bible uses this exact analogy to describe our relationship with Christ. The Bible often refers to the Church as God's bride and very often likens our relationship to God to a marriage. Marriage is intended to mirror God's relationship with the Church, much like we are mirrors of His Image.
Man I've never felt so lost myself. I gave my life to God several months back and got baptized in April, but I'm still so stuck in sin that it makes me think it was all a sham and that I'm not even saved. I don't find myself hating sin like I'm supposed to, and I don't find myself particularly drawn to reading my bible or having a healthy prayer life like I am supposed to. I don't call on God when I need Him and when I do call on God its for favors like He's a genie. I've seen the incredible power of the Lord and I've experienced His love grace and mercies for me, I've seen the progress He has made in my life so far, but I feel stuck where I'm at right now, like there's something preventing me from a breakthrough.
i’m a 19 year old newly christian woman. i feel the exact same way as you, esp about only talking to god when i need something (or to say thanks). i hope we can overcome this. i know that with Him, we can.
Jude 1:20 says to build yourself up in your most holy faith, praying in the Holy Spirit. You need an infilling of the Holy Spirit like they had in the book of Acts. The fire of the Holy Spirit is what gets rid of the things you just can't shake on your own. My advice is to read the book of Acts and ask the Father for the same experience the followers of Christ had that made them so bold that they could take anything the world sent them for the sake of Christ. Jesus said we have not because we ask not. Just ask. And you may have to ask more than once, but don't give up, because if you ask, and you really pursue Him, He will answer.
Your walk with Jesus is a journey; your sanctification will take the rest of your life. Continue to pray that the Holy Spirit will convict you of your sins so you turn from them. Pray that Jesus will help you. I will pray for you.
The Christian walk isn’t about feeling. Feelings are great, but they come and go. Disciplined obedience is what matters. Don’t judge yourself when you don’t feel the way you think you should. There’s a reason God’s commands are action-based rather than feelings-based. You’ll be hard pressed to find a scripture that commands you to feel a certain way. God knew our emotions would fluctuate wildly so He didn’t place emotional commands on us. All God’s commands are about acting a certain way. Disciplined obedience. And if we act obediently, good feelings can come. But if they don’t, we shouldn’t judge ourselves. Stay the path and the fire will come back.
It’s crazy how well-timed this video was for me. I got saved last May, so coming up on a year now. From May to late this past January, I was so on fire for God! Nothing could stop me, it was all I could talk about. Sharing my testimony, sharing the Gospel with everyone I could. Then a lot of spiritual warfare came my way, just life stuff not going the way I hoped. I started dealing with so many negative thoughts that I thought I had taken control of. Anxiety, depression, doubt. Second-guessing everything, even my relationship with God. I’ve been reading my Bible everyday, making time for prayer every day, so why was I feeling so far away from God? And while driving and praying in my truck last week, just asking God to restore that fire. To give me peace over all my doubts, I felt like He told me that I’m worrying too much about all the trivial things and that I need to get back to the whole point of everything: The Gospel of Jesus Christ. This video helped a ton, thanks Isaac
It's not about being on fire for God it's about reminded yourself that your a sinner and God loved you so much he sent his son to die on the cross to pay for your sins.... You being on fire and producing fruit like Cain won't be accepted you offering up an acceptable sacrifice with is faith in Jesus and Jesus only is acceptable in the eyes of the Lord remember your works are as filthy rags..
@erichurst1731 i know how you feel. Sometimes its not something big that makes you question your faith. Its the little things that build up over the course of time. Its important to just take things one day at a time: yesterday can't be changed and tomorrow isn't guaranteed, so focus on leaning on and trusting in YAHWEH today, here and now. I'll be praying for you my friend ❤
This has been me for the past 6 months, I have been failing my Bible reading journey, I have stopped praying almost because I feel ashamed and embarrassed, I barely take any of my worries to God anymore I just wallow in anxiety by myself, I know this is wrong but it feels harder and harder every day to come back. I face all this while still believing in God and I’ll never stop, but I feel so lackluster for life, I want to just move away and escape this feeling but I know that’s not how it works. I have given up on a lot of goals I even stopped praying for a husband. I hope maybe one day I can come back to feeling hopeful, right now I feel downtrodden and nihilistic and it feels like there’s no solution
Lately I've been filled with spiritual exhaustion that's making me physically tired. Lately all I've been doing is praying and asking god to help me keep my eyes on him, love like him and not focus on the blessings and what he can do for me. But help me get to know him better while I'm in this time of exhaustion. I'm struggling, I acknowledge I slipped into sin again. But in this season or time period my goal is not let myself take my eyes off him and try to get to know him better.
"For the word of God is quick, and powerful, and sharper than any twoedged sword, piercing even to the dividing asunder of soul and spirit, and to the joints and marrow, and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart" Hebrews 4:12
God created a day of Rest for a reason. Look at Solomon, man asked for wisdom. Later learned too much can be a curse. Same thing can be said about the word as it can be a double edge sword. Take break but continue to hold strong to him. Continue to pray. Continue to listen for that still small voice. It’s Okay to feel these things, it’s natural due to the sin within us during our daily spiritual battle. Hold strong and continue what you’re doing. Who knows if this can be a moment of his teaching.
Thank you for addressing this issue. I've been thinking about exactly this recently. I came to the same conclusion not to let feelings control my decisions. The advice I always give others is to return to the basics (Pray, Read the bible, Go to church, Repent).
I'm walking in this season. I was starting my day off with prayer this morning by just thanking God and saying today was going to be great! Before I could finish, the truth came out. I wanted to feel that way, but I didn't. God already knew. I was hiding from Him. After it was all out there, I asked for strength, read my Bible, and prayed some more. I think faith is showing up even when we get these feelings, and we have to really trust Him. (Also, I recommend literally saying, "praise God" throughout the day. Even if you stub your toe, say it because it could've been your head 😂. Also, memorizing a Bible verse that relates to your situation helps.) And remember Isiah 41:10 "Fear not, for I am with you, be not dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand."
It's not about being on fire for God it's about reminded yourself that your a sinner and God loved you so much he sent his son to die on the cross to pay for your sins.... You being on fire and producing fruit like Cain won't be accepted you offering up an acceptable sacrifice with is faith in Jesus and Jesus only is acceptable in the eyes of the Lord remember your works are as filthy rags..
Thank you for your transparency. Faith is about relationship. You're absolutely right. Sometimes things will feel in sync, and other times it'll feel like you're in the middle of a forest fire, still other times there will be a lull. This came on my feed at a horrible time in my Life, where I have to get out of bed every three hours to reposition my elderly mother, and have been taking care of her and my stepfather for almost fifteen months. I got engaged in the beginning of this odyssey another state over, but my beloved left me yesterday due to his believing a lie that he isn't strong or good enough. It may take me forever, due to the constant breaking down, household tasks, praying, and trying to sleep, but I'm going to read my Bible all the way through. Though I am slain, still will I cling to Him.
When Elijah encountered God, all of these grand, feeling inducing phenomena took place… fire, wind, etc. The voice of God was not found in any of them. He whispers. Faith is so far beyond FEELING. FEELINGS go away. Christ does not.
This exact thing is happening to me. I was scrolling in my bio and saw this, it was such a miracle this video showed up, now I know what's happening to me and what to do. I literally felt as if you were speaking right to me.
Thank you for this. I experienced something like this last year. Stuck in a dead end job, full of apathy and just dreading the future, hating myself and how lonely it was. I absolutely didn’t want to go to church that day, but I did. At the end of the sermon, during the greetings and stuff, I didn’t want to participate, but I knew I needed help. So I approached the one person that was easiest for me to talk with. She was having troubles herself, but she still took time to listen to me and my tears. That small compassion helped get me back to my feet eventually. And as a reticent introvert, it inspired me to also approach people nowadays. After all, what if they’re also silently suffering? Compassion and empathy is a difficult thing for me to do, so I’m always thankful that God arranged how things worked.
We need to understand Orthodoxy. I’ve been humbled by the depth of the liturgy. As a minister, it has fed me spiritually. Being dispassionate is not a death sentence, it’s incredibly humbling
Even though I am not Eastern Orthodox , I appreciate Orthodoxy when it comes to their view in suffering and desolation. They do take those opportunities to produce humility and be more humble and be more reliant to God by the grace of God.
It's not about being on fire for God it's about reminded yourself that your a sinner and God loved you so much he sent his son to die on the cross to pay for your sins.... You being on fire and producing fruit like Cain won't be accepted you offering up an acceptable sacrifice with is faith in Jesus and Jesus only is acceptable in the eyes of the Lord remember your works are as filthy rags..
@@lalogarcia6811 Our faith in the Messiah [Christ], Yeshua [Jesus], the Son of the Living God, justified us. To be "justified" is to be counted amongst the righteous in the court of justice. As we're reassured: there is no condemnation for those who are in Him; to remind oneself that they are a sinner, is to affirm an identity that has been put to death and no longer true of oneself. We're the children (a declaration) of the household of Light (Kingdom of Heaven/God), willing vessels of righteous through whom our Father, in Heaven, is made known in the image and likeness of His only-begotten Son. Therefore, as correction in the intent of edification: if one is going to remind themself of old, then, remind yourself who you are now, by means of the transformative power of the set-apart breath (Holy Spirit), in comparison to who were. That the man you once were is no longer your identity; born-again (of the water and Spirit), you're a new-man (or creature), who is no longer of this world but of the Righteous One in Heaven, seated at the right hand of the Father. Our works, as a child of God, working with faith, are not filthy rags... as they are the works the Father, in Heaven, has prepared beforehand that we, as His handiwork [craftsmanship] should walk in. I pray that both of you all are encouraged, and that the LORD [Eternal Existent One] blesses you; may He who makes peace in His heights, make peace upon you, brothers. Amen.
as a Christian. I've had a lot of nihilistic feelings and thinking for a long time, and it's worse because i'm Autistic. And since I'm autistic, the way my life has been. The way my life has been. For most of my short life. Has almost felt like a Jail And even when I had My job. I just always felt like my life was meaningless, and it was doing nothing that my life. He's just wasting away, achieving nothing, being nothing, and being stuck where I live. I often feel Julius, Caesar. Because he When he read about the conquest of alexander the great He cried Because everything he had done in life was nothing compared alexander and his short life Alexander did something to get himself remembered forever And caesar realized At that point in his life. He would be forgotten and never remembered. And from those feelings gave birth for Caesar's desire for conquest. And to be like alexander I have often Pleaded with God for years. Or just strictly told him I hate my life But I wish I could live in the past. Live a different life in be like that was great, conquerors and generals and warriors of the past. I'm a history nerd and I love conquest I could fit more into the past Then I would in the modern world I am not ignorant what I say because I'm a historynerd and I know how people lived I've I know more about history than people know about their own languages. I have just wanted a life that had more meaning and had more things for me to do And and not have a life that turns to dust I just know I could have done more if I was given a chance In a different Point in history I just know There were so many lives I could have lived. ( And please for everything holy Do don't say I need to accept Jesus into my heart or become born again. It gets so tiring Hearing that I know my salvation Thank you very much)
@sarahbelzer6124 Maybe but mine is the Opposite completely of his ( I've always seen ecclesiasties is just a guy who Is just a materialist and Heathenistic )
@djashovel: WOW! You are like my twin! I 💯 feel the same: Im all about conquest & living a spiritually thrilling life for God’s Glory. General Patton is one of my biggest inspirations as well as Joan of Arc. If it makes you feel any better: God did allow me to do some ‘battles’ & I began to lead an ‘army’…..and it was miraculously successful: but there is a HEAVY price to pay. Ive been persecuted by a lot of people in so many confounding ways. I lost my family, everything I built, my businesses…….im homeless. Just for living a life determined to make the most out of living in a land of opportunity and insisting on peace, love & nobility: following Jesus cost me my entire life. And after decades of having God’s help in the battle….He made it very clear that He wants me to stop. Not sure for how long. Ive been through a lot of ego deaths……our modern times just do not allow “greats” any more. Its not possible. My hope is because Jesus is so close to returning, we really only need Him. I can really feel your soul fr your comment & who you are in the Kingdom: you have the heart of a true Christ Warrior. ⚔️ ✝️ There are millions of us Brother: and as long as we share our hearts & our intentions: we keep our legacy alive. We know amongst ourselves what we could do given no limitations. I trust & believe in you. And Jesus does too. He may be sparing us in ways we cant imagine. PS: absolutely LOVE your () comment. I put those commentary boundaries up too 😂😂 People need to mind their own business when it comes to other’s salvations! 😉
FAITH IS NOT A FEELING! i have unsolved issue where i can’t feel emotions always in that moment. sometimes i will days later about a situation. i always struggled with “FEELING” on fire or feeling like i believe even when i say i do (and i do believe) so it makes me feel like i don’t mean what i say. thank u for showing me that feelings come and go but it’s about the CONNECTION itself and honor u continue to live in that matters.
Boy did I need this. God has placed a word on your heart my brother and I hope that He can speak through you with this word! So often myself and other believers see people around us who are also believers and they seem like they are almost perfect, and I think that’s dangerous to compare ourselves with others anyways, because we have no idea what goes on truly in others hearts and lives. But beyond that, it makes us look internally and sometimes freak out and think we aren’t good enough or we are distant from God. For one, I think if we are aware enough to constantly try to micro manage our faith and relationship with God, we obviously aren’t distant from him, but two we think that it is possible for us to be good enough at all. We are all broken in need of a Savior, and we’ve got one! God is more than enough and we will never be, we can’t think that there’s anything we can possibly do works wise or else to make ourselves more worthy, we will never be worthy of Gods salvation, and yet He loves us and welcomes us with open arms. You are spot on about making our emotions our God. I struggle with this in my prayer life, often rambling on thinking that I’ve missed something or haven’t said enough or the right things. But God knows our hearts, and if we are trying to say the right things and over analyzing how and what we pray to make ourselves feel good, we are doing exactly what you mean in making our emotions more important than the Lord. Sometimes we just need to be reminded that His Grace is enough and He is in control, so let us take a step back and let God lead. We also forget that our relationship with the Lord is active. Although there’s nothing we can do to earn more love or affection from the Lord, because He has already done that and offers it freely to us, we often get trapped thinking we don’t need to do anything at all. If we are truly saved we should feel an impression to serve God in all that we do, doing everything for the glory of God. We will fall short, mistakes will be made, but we cannot become complacent in our faith or lazy in our walk, we’ve got to do our part as sons and daughters as well and put effort into our relationship with the Lord! Love this message brother, God bless.
I put off watching this thinking "that's not me - I've got this!" After a setback spiritually today I come to this video and am reminded so clearly of the truth and how counter-feelings it is. Praise God for His grace and mercy!
i really appreciate this video so, so much. i’ve reflected everything you said onto my life and it’s opened my eyes. i’ve been feeling extremely unmotivated for multiple weeks now. i’ve probably read my bible once or twice in the past month. i haven’t done anything, not even anything small to overcome it. i occasionally feel on fire for God, but my actions do anything but follow through. i really appreciate your words, as it has given me some positivity during these times of lacking fire for God.
This is a wonderful word. I wish I had heard it months ago when I felt like I was walking through the wilderness after a bunch of loss and pain. God has to change our perspective from feelings to what Jesus did for us. We are flesh and we aren't always going to be happy or motivated, but remembering that Jesus died so that we may live is what I focused my mind on. It makes you fall in love all over again. Remember where you came from. What depths did Jesus pull you out of? Don't allow your flesh to put you back into those depths or chains that you were freed from. Just remember Jesus gave it all. He is our focus.
There is hope. I had lost my fire and sought God for 3 weeks. I took a vacation but you don't have to do that. I prayed, read through the new Testament, listened to Godly content constantly. It was rough at times, I felt unhappy and lacking joy even in one of the most beautiful places on earth. One night near the end of the few weeks, I cried out to God and explained my issues and lack of fire. In 15 minutes He completely re-invigorated me and re-ignited my fire ❤. All we have to do is devote ourselves to seeking Him and He will draw near to us. I get how hard it can be. It's easier if you can take some time off to do this as well
I've been struggling soo much. I am an overthinker and obsess about things easily. I was in such a spiritual high, and now I am not so it's been bringing me down. You are a lifesaver for us in battle with ourselves. God doesn't ask us to figure everything out, He tells us to trust and to let go.
Thank you for this. I have been in this season and it’s hard and sometimes I am questioning my own salvation. Then the Lord recommends this in my TH-cam feed. Know that even if you are not feeling on fire right now, HE IS USING YOU! Thank you for being a willing vessel!
Man, this video speaks so LOUD for me. I had the highest and lowest point of my spiritual walk in a year. Just when you think you're secured in your faith, it's tested. And in my case, it was like a year-long storm of doubt, depression and despair. If i was left alone by God, i wouldn't have survived that season. At my lowest and weakest, God's GRACE abound. Thank You, Jesus.
Hey Izac (sorry if spelled wrong) I feel you, I'm in a very similar place, when I realized that to me it was always relatioship based on feeling and asking/giving/thanking relationship, I very rarely just prayed to Our Father and Thanked him for His love and for what he is, trying to build that relationship. Quite recently he gave me more than I could ask for and then took it... leaving me with time to reflect on that. And i am greatful that He did that. I know theres nothing above Gods love, but we need to keep reminding ourselves about that, because life around us is not Godly, and sometimes it's hard. Keep showing up brother His love endures forever 💪🤗
It’s crazy how much I relate to this…I don’t feel on fire for God anymore. I’ve been through 8 years of struggle with moving forward in my life especially concerning school. So much difficulty when there’s no income and everything I do is a bust. I had an opportunity last year to finally go to school abroad (sponsored by a family friend) and it all fell apart. Since then, I’ve literally lost myself. I got tired of praying and fasting because I just think that God doesn’t want me to have good things or move forward. I’m just tired
Hello there anjiee, i pray this comment find you well❤❤ I'm sorry to hear that you've been struggling lately. Reading through your comment, it reminds me a lot of the prophet Elijah. Elijah was on fire for YAHWEH, he was the only prophet that obeyed and served YAHWEH while everyone else was turning to worship baal. He stood up against King Ahab and Queen Jezebel and the 450 prophets of baal. After what happened on Mount Carmel with YAHWEH proving that HE alone is the true ELOHIM, and the killing of the prophets of baal, Jezebel tries to have Elijah killed. Then in 1 kings 19:3-8, this happens "3 And when he saw that, he arose, and went for his life, and came to Beersheba, which belongeth to Judah, and left his servant there. 4 But he himself went a day's journey into the wilderness, and came and sat down under a juniper tree: and he requested for himself that he might die; and said, It is enough; now, O YAHWEH, take away my life; for I am not better than my fathers. 5 And as he lay and slept under a juniper tree, behold, then an angel touched him, and said unto him, Arise and eat. 6 And he looked, and, behold, there was a cake baken on the coals, and a cruse of water at his head. And he did eat and drink, and laid him down again. 7 And the angel of YAHWEH came again the second time, and touched him, and said, Arise and eat; because the journey is too great for thee. 8 And he arose, and did eat and drink, and went in the strength of that meat forty days and forty nights unto Horeb the mount of ELOHIM." Even Elijah, someone who was so on fire for YAHWEH, grew tired and felt hopeless. But then he rested, YAHWEH revived him, and he continued to perservere. Later on in 1 Kings 9, Elijah continues to feel hopeless, so YAHWEH sent him to find Elisha. "13 And it was so, when Elijah heard it, that he wrapped his face in his mantle, and went out, and stood in the entering in of the cave. And, behold, there came a voice unto him, and said, What doest thou here, Elijah? 14 And he said, I have been very jealous for YAHWEH ELOHIM of hosts: because the children of Israel have forsaken thy covenant, thrown down thine altars, and slain thy prophets with the sword; and I, even I only, am left; and they seek my life, to take it away. 15 And YAHWEH said unto him, Go, return on thy way to the wilderness of Damascus: and when thou comest, anoint Hazael to be king over Syria: 16 And Jehu the son of Nimshi shalt thou anoint to be king over Israel: and Elisha the son of Shaphat of Abelmeholah shalt thou anoint to be prophet in thy room." Reading through Elijah's story, it reminds us that even the most dedicated, passionate believers can get tired and feel hopeless from time to time. But after Elijah rested, ate and found fellowship with Elisha, he kept going. We need time to rest, even YAHWEH rested on the 7th day after creation. That's why HE gave us the sabbath so we can rest from our work and be refreshed. We need to eat and be properly nourished so we have energy to serve and obey YAHWEH (not saying that fasting isn't important or that we shouldn't do it. But there are other fast that can be done other than food or water fasts, like fasts from social media) And we need to lean on and work with the fellow believers in our lives. There's strength in numbers. I pray that you will have the strength to keep perservering in spite of the struggles you are facing ❤❤❤
Yeah, I understand... It's hard. It just doesn't make sense, and it seems just so contrary to what we believe, that God will make it right... and looking at others, how happy they are, living your dreams, can truly feel so hopeless... The only things I can say is... just try looking at the small good things. Small little joyful things. Some good scent you feel on the street, the comfort of your bed at night, something funny you saw... and as hard as it is, try to purposefully cut out the negative thoughts. Be honest with God... tell him how you feel. I know he already knows, but really, tell him. And after many heartbreaks and arguing with him, after you poured out every last bit of bitterness... give up. Surrender. Tell him "Okay, i guve up, it's truly all you from now on. I have nothing in my heart that I could use, and I know I gave my heart to you countless times again, but here I am again, I surrender". You won't feel immediate relief, don't think this is some one-time miracle. Once I started embracing my weakness and surrendering to God, because I knew I was nothing, that's when I started to feel better. I'm still healing, all this I wrote happened recently, but this is what helps me. Hope it helps you too. You know, sometimes we live through things not because of us, but to be able to help others. Sometimes, we are just examples that hurt for one (us) but is hope for others... like Job... And if my depression can be a hope for others, so be it... Just hang on, trust in him, that everything truly happens for a reason. You may never understand it here on Earth, because you are not onmiscient, but in heaven Im sure... im sure it will all make sense there
As a millennial who has been a Christian for over a decade, I resonate so strongly with this! The emotional fix or wallowing is so tempting. Thanks for helping demystify the Christian walk and remind us all to return to the simple Gospel.
Thank you for this. I’ve been feeling like this since yesterday and I prayed that he would light up the fire again. I believe that this was God’s answer to my prayer yesterday. This message was meant for me.
A couple of months ago i gave my life to Jesus and was totally on fire for the Lord. I was reading my Bible everday and praying everyday listening to worship music all the time and always quoting verses to my friends and family. But i think in these past couple months i was just chasing the feelings that this was giving me not a relationship with God. I am struggling. I dont feel like reading the Bible and im honestly afraid to talk to God because i feel like he is disappointed in me. I cant seem to feel his presence. My prayer time feels like a chore. I really need prayers. May God bless you all and give you strength. Stay strong guys.
I’m in this season. God has been helping me realize that my fire for Him came through others. He’s been drawing me to His word and one on one time with Him. Getting focused on what His plan is for my life and to fix my gaze in Him and not on others. It’s been a wake up call for sure! It’s been hard for me to even watch Christian content where people are stern or worked up. It’s triggering me for some reason. It’s been hard to navigate and understand. Thank you for your transparency and realness. Tryi no to remember that God’s got us even if we are in the valley right now.
Thank you for this video and your transparency. Many of us have been going through the same thing. I was so on fire earlier last year until my parents got divorced (which was and still is so messy), this year my dad ended up telling us his girlfriend is 5 months pregnant, and two days later our home caught on fire. I questioned so many things and started questioning my faith lately. I was so burnt out and still am dealing with my spiritual disciplines despite the pain. I love The Lord but my actions have been showing that maybe I’m living my own life and not Jesus’ lately. I have to remember His grace is sufficient. That I need to continue to renew my mind and pray w/o ceasing. That He never leaves. That I need to obey His Holy Spirit and His commands. But God is working everything out for His plan. Not a single tear or groan or prayer goes without God using it. We can learn another point of view to understand the faith and His character better. He sees the bigger picture. Think of Jesus’ lineage. It’s made up of broken people like us being used by The Lord God Almighty Himself. Keep hanging on to Jesus. Keep pushing everyday ❤️
I go through this every few months where I'm wore out and i just don't feel close at times. But In that i am humbled. I remind myself daily faith in not a feeling. It is so much more than that.
I’m Catholic and just wanted you to know I’ve been listening to you since day 1 of your channel and I love how you talk because it makes sense to me and I appreciate you. God bless you. I remember when I went to the Holy Land and then you did weeks after me. I felt on fire afterwards and been chasing that high since but what you said in this video really reminded me of what’s real like my walk either Him here at my home.
I have managed to get out of this cycle, but recently I was so weak with the faith that I couldn't fight off the smallest temptations and I gave in at almost every one. I saw this in myself and said something like "Lord, I have been seperated from you, bring me back" multiple times in prayer. Another thing that helped me was coming face to face with the fact that me sinning was just me giving into my own self-formed lusts and that it was I who had control to create or destroy those lusts.
Some seasons are rough and some seasons cycle back through. This video was so well timed. I’m absolutely in that season - physically, emotionally, and spiritually.
Great video brother! I was not feeling fire for Christ last Monday when my best friend Gabe was struggling with addiction and falling away from God. The spirit was guiding me to plant a seed and encourage my friend. However, as he started to get sick of talking about God or not interested in reading the Bible, I actually cried. So please pray for my friend and I. I’m keeping prayers for you brother. I know how hard it is when love ones walk away from Christ. It is easier said than done. Though God reminds us in Mathew 28:20 When Jesus says “Lo, I am with you away and forever.”
I felt this way a long time. I needed some time but i couldnt really leave God because of all the things he did for me. Now im praising God in de storm and i know that still if its going to be hard i dont want to quit. God is bigger than all those things and i have to trust that He knows what He is doing.
I have started going through recently. Whenever I was first going through my walk the Lord would give me a very powerful feeling on my forward to ensure me that he is with me. Recently the Lord has only been giving me that on his own timing or will. I had to come to terms that I was making the feeling a greater importance than him. Now whenever the Lord gives me that feeling it's normally to get my attention or eyes back on him. I praise the Lord everyday that he reminds me of his presence. God is good, he does not always need you doing something. Sometimes, doing nothing is exactly what he needs from you. Whether it's to prune you and mold you or because his timing is at hand. Submit to the Lord and all fears and worries wash away. Jehovah's timing, not ours. 🙏
Man Isaac right on time, speaking directly to my spirit and exactly how I’m feeling lately. Utterly panicked and trying to get the feeling back and then getting discouraged and backsliding because I fall into extreme anxiety then having a glimmer of hope and repeating this cycle. I even feel like God has been telling me faith over feelings but the comparison to how I used to be when I was saved is sooooo crazy and discouraging.
"What do I do?" That is the blessing and the curse of God: He loves us enough to let us answer that question. The silver lining? He knew how we would answer that question and planned around it 🥰
Preaching the gospel to ourselves daily is so powerful. I like a quote "for everytime you take a look at yourself take 10 looks at christ." Looking to him and his work on calvary is the difference
The thing I love about you, Isaac, is that you're so humble. I watch so many great Christian youtubers but none of them have ever posted a video that is as raw and honest as this one. It's so comforting to know that I'm not alone in these feelings. Thank you for posting this.
I see a few of these comments are saying that they really needed this and praise God for you. Brother Isaac, I could tell. This is definitely personal and I just went through a season. That was a lot of doubt, but God really help me through it and he gets all the glory.
Never usually comment but that this was a word!! I agree that it's not necessarily about getting those 'feelings' back but having that long-lasting desire for God in our everyday life till the day we die. I think that's a very important aspect of maturing in our faith - that our faith is not based on feelings but on a genuine heart for God which makes the difference between faith that is one time, and faith that is a lifetime-a lifestyle. A faith that stands the test of time. Faith that is consistent even though it may not be 'on fire' 24/7. I think that a matured and persevered faith in the mundane life naturally translates into passionate faith. Thanks for this honest vid hyper faith
Im in the season you were talking about. It's been a long season. I have learned this "Feelings are real, but they are not always true." I used to be on fire, but God allowed me to go into a season where all I have is His promises and knowing His character. My feelings dont rule over me, hallelujah! I dont have it all together, and i fail miserably short of Gods glory every day. Thank God for Jesus, though. If salvation were left up to our works, we would all end up in hell.
Thank you so much for this video! I have been down for a few weeks and didn’t really understand why… and it bothered me so much because I felt all the things that you’ve described. It encouraged me and comforted me to hold on to the lord no matter how I feel.
Man this is so relevant to how I’ve been feeling the past couple of months. It’s been so bad, from being overcome with anxiety and depression, and questioning my salvation. Thank you for this video. Came at just the right time.
I’ve been praying about just this because I struggle with my feelings often and I know they can deceive. I prayed last night for wisdom to apply to an especially bad episode and this was the answer. Thank you for your authenticity
I’m so relieved by this. I was raised Christian, left the church when I was 15 and recently came back to God and I’ve been on fire I’m reading my Bible daily, practicing prayer, church every Sunday plus prayer groups during the week, but I’ve thought about and worried about what if this is a moment, just a moment, and I lose this passion, this high? Right here, right now I want to COMMIT to Him - but will I still in 3 months? I’m glad to know people who have been in this longer also get this way sometimes
Thank you. I have been going through this, i have been unemployed for months , taking care of my mom now that shes in good health its been so hard .. i sign up for so many jobs no calls or emails, i lost friends, got into debt taking out loans to keep my car from getting repossessed, i lost my life insurance health insurance so much . Im just tired, i got so depressed, and its so hard to break it, i pray ..tried fasting..read the Bible & its like im not getting any relief. I often tell God i feel like i did something terrible and reaping it..i just feel shunned. I thought i walked in faith but my situation has me questioning everything. But I still believe. I just keep saying that all this will one day be my testimony & that this too shall pass. This video helped me alot i know im not alone & i shouldnt stop worshiping based on my feelings.❤
I use to be on fire. I fell back into the world but gained my fire back for a little while, but now it's as if im questioning God. Im numb, talking..spending time with him.. praying, it all feel like a chore. But there's something in me saying "don't give up... endure."
Man, I love this. I've been near and in this place recently too. Love the vulnerability. Thank you brother! Keep pushing, keep trusting, keep praying! He is with us. The Lord is our shepherd, led by him we lack nothing.
Felt this HARD! Sending love and prayers to those in a season where they feel out of touch with God. I’m right there with you. I hope you know he’s sitting right next to you, waiting for you to remember that even when you don’t feel Him, He’s holding you. Connect with God in a small way that you haven’t done before or I’m a while. Desire to meet Him, make your actions align, and your thoughts/feelings will follow. Read David’s psalms. Even when he couldn’t feel God, or strayed from him, He still called out to him. Lament and praise… give God both and He will reveal himself to you in a way that is specific and meaningful ❤
Ooph this hit hard I’ve been in a hole for a few years I’m finally coming back and I won’t lie I strayed farther than I ever thought I would. But he leaves the 99 and came to find me. Thank you for this there is a road back even when it’s long
This spoke to me on a deep level. I am currently dealing with everything said in this video, and i didn't know how to process how i was feeling. I believe God will get me through this season, but man, it's been hard. Please pray for me...
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"faith is not a feeling" - is something i have considered a lot lately
Yh it's never about feeling
It's not about being on fire for God it's about reminded yourself that your a sinner and God loved you so much he sent his son to die on the cross to pay for your sins.... You being on fire and producing fruit like Cain won't be accepted you offering up an acceptable sacrifice with is faith in Jesus and Jesus only is acceptable in the eyes of the Lord remember your works are as filthy rags..
It’s what you have in spite of your feelings sometimes
This spoke to me I always tend to feel that faith is a feeling and wonder why I get upset when I feel like I’m not on fire for God.
for one, i never saw anything like "overflowing faith" but rather words on the quality and resilience of someone's faith. it is less quantitative and more boolean; faith, or no faith? and sometimes being a faithful person comes with a lot of feelings. but i imagine if God asked us to literally always be fervently passionately "feeling" faith that we'd... probably run out eventually. sometimes you won't get those "butterflies" so to speak, but definitely don't let that discourage you :)
and always remember. Jesus loves you ❤
Sometimes, Christians forget that this is a marathon, rather than a sprint. You have to have endurance for it. You have to choose devotion and commitment to God rather than feelings which burns to quickly.
“He that endureth to the end, the same shall be saved”
Love how you put that!
WOW! This was a really good take. We do forget that it is a marathon.
Man. My pastor told me the exact same thing about how this is a marathon. . . . . .wait. Are you my pastor!?!😳
@@Alex-jv7fx I’m not a pastor. 😅 I’m glad your pastor shared the same words to you.
Such an amazing way to say this, thank you so much ❤
Please pray for me. I’m 18 and I relate to everything he’s saying so far. I’ve been trying so many things to help my family that I’m afraid of failing and feel like ending it all.
Look at what Christ endured. You can do it too❤️
I'll be praying for you brother/sister 🙏 please don't give up ❤️
I’m praying for you. I was struggling too, maybe not as much as you, but this video helped and I pray the truth of it will help you now and in the long run. I’m about your age as well, you are not alone here brother. I pray that you will have the strength to follow God, even when you don’t feel like it ❤️Jesus is near (Matthew 28:20).
@@dje3.16I appreciate your want to help brother, but I would encourage you to be a little more sensitive about the way you reply. I think you just came off a little blunt, but thank you, for I know you didn’t mean any harm. God bless ❤️🙏
Me too
This was MEANT for me. I was on fire and then I ended up feeling numbed/apathetic towards God. I am questioning everything. Please pray for me.
Think of it more like mountain climbing (which if you haven’t done, why are you even living?) where there are the highs and the lows (both physically and spiritually), but the grandest moment is at the summit which belongs to days we won’t see in this lifetime.
It's not about being on fire for God it's about reminded yourself that your a sinner and God loved you so much he sent his son to die on the cross to pay for your sins.... You being on fire and producing fruit like Cain won't be accepted you offering up an acceptable sacrifice with is faith in Jesus and Jesus only is acceptable in the eyes of the Lord remember your works are as filthy rags..
Youre not alone!!!!!! He is there even tho we dont “feel” him!🫂
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@lindseyrae8598 you are not alone, sister. Sometimes a lack of passion and doubts occur as we try to walk out our faith, it happens to all of us. I think what's important is to take things one day at a time. The past is in the past, and the future is unknown, so its best to focus on today in the here and now. Focus on what you can do to serve and obey YAHWEH today.
Is there anything in particular you are questioning or doubting? I'll be more that happy to talk and help, YAHWEH willing ♥️
I'll be praying for you ♥️♥️♥️
“Our feelings have become our God” that really hit home 😕
Get your sails up every morning. The wind may not come, but if it does, you don't want to miss it.
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It's not about being on fire for God it's about reminded yourself that your a sinner and God loved you so much he sent his son to die on the cross to pay for your sins.... You being on fire and producing fruit like Cain won't be accepted you offering up an acceptable sacrifice with is faith in Jesus and Jesus only is acceptable in the eyes of the Lord remember your works are as filthy rags..
Love this
Haha this is so true... Faith is leaning on him even when you can't feel him
beautifully said.
This man is literally examining himself WHILE not feeling the strong yearning and being on fire for God and STILL teaching and encouraging us. This takes amazing courage and honesty. Isaac, I’m right there with you at this moment. I’ll pray for you man. God bless you.
I agree with you whole heartidly, and even tho I don't feel like it (yeah, I have to convince myself to go praying), I'll pray for you too Isaac🫶
My wife filed for divorce at the end of February. Nothing really caused it. No infidelity, no abuse, nothing. When she first broke the news a couple months before she filed I was lost, went into a spiral. Never questioned God, but I was in a deep depression. I trusted in his sovereignty. I stayed in constant prayer. Today I can honestly say that my faith has never been stronger. He’s provided so much in so many ways, so I know he does have his hand over this. It comes in waves and I really needed this video today. Today has been one of those days. You’re not alone, I’m here to talk. I will answer any messages. Always remember that even on those days where you feel alone and depressed just know that God is there, he’s guiding every aspect of your life whether you see it at the moment or not. Never give up.
damn, that sucks
I'm really sorry about your divorce. It's not justified because Jesus even said that whoever divorces their spouse except on the grounds of sexual immorality commits adultery.
To see you committing to God even after such an unjust thing done to you is so wonderful. I pray that He may comfort you, and pour His love on you. May His will for your life come to pass, and His purposes prevail.
@kevinjacksonvlogs what a beautiful message! You are a gem in the Kingdom. I am so sorry about your separation. I like the videos on your channel: great job on your music. 🙌🏼
@kevinjacksonvlogs1356 I'm sorry to hear about that, brother. All praise be to YAHWEH for giving you strength in this difficult time ❤ you'll be in my prayers ❤❤
Thank you for encouraging me.. This happened to me this year as well. It's encouraging that something like this has happened to someone else too and yet their life is not over.
“Lord I believe, help my unbelief”
Youre right, its NOT ABOUT FEELINGS. Its like a marriage (a poor analogy, but it works), sometimes you are madly in love with your spouse, sometimes you dont even feel like being in the same room. The point is that its a marriage, and as long as you are still married, youre still doing well. Its a contract, and as long as you still honor it, youre still doing ok. You cant be on fire all the time, you burn out quicker that way. The walk is about finding that place where he is a constant, steady presence that you can appreciate and honor. He will never love you any less for it, ever. Jesus came as a man, he knows how tough this world is, he can absolutely sympathize with you. If your conversion was genuine, you cant lose your salvation, if we could, NO ONE would be saved.
That really touched me.
It’s a great analogy. That’s the one (of the many) reason(s) God gave us marriage, to provide us a parallel for our relationship with Him. Well said! God Bless!
Haha It’s the analogy! Gods Covenant with His people.
I find it funny that you call it a poor analogy, but the Bible uses this exact analogy to describe our relationship with Christ. The Bible often refers to the Church as God's bride and very often likens our relationship to God to a marriage. Marriage is intended to mirror God's relationship with the Church, much like we are mirrors of His Image.
Aye man, thank you so much for posting this. This helped me a lot.
Man I've never felt so lost myself. I gave my life to God several months back and got baptized in April, but I'm still so stuck in sin that it makes me think it was all a sham and that I'm not even saved. I don't find myself hating sin like I'm supposed to, and I don't find myself particularly drawn to reading my bible or having a healthy prayer life like I am supposed to. I don't call on God when I need Him and when I do call on God its for favors like He's a genie. I've seen the incredible power of the Lord and I've experienced His love grace and mercies for me, I've seen the progress He has made in my life so far, but I feel stuck where I'm at right now, like there's something preventing me from a breakthrough.
It's a process, don't give up hope. Even for long-time believers, some days are harder than others. I will pray for you.
i’m a 19 year old newly christian woman. i feel the exact same way as you, esp about only talking to god when i need something (or to say thanks). i hope we can overcome this. i know that with Him, we can.
Jude 1:20 says to build yourself up in your most holy faith, praying in the Holy Spirit. You need an infilling of the Holy Spirit like they had in the book of Acts. The fire of the Holy Spirit is what gets rid of the things you just can't shake on your own. My advice is to read the book of Acts and ask the Father for the same experience the followers of Christ had that made them so bold that they could take anything the world sent them for the sake of Christ. Jesus said we have not because we ask not. Just ask. And you may have to ask more than once, but don't give up, because if you ask, and you really pursue Him, He will answer.
Your walk with Jesus is a journey; your sanctification will take the rest of your life. Continue to pray that the Holy Spirit will convict you of your sins so you turn from them. Pray that Jesus will help you. I will pray for you.
@@driftingdandelionexactly what I’m going through now I’m also 19
The Christian walk isn’t about feeling. Feelings are great, but they come and go. Disciplined obedience is what matters. Don’t judge yourself when you don’t feel the way you think you should. There’s a reason God’s commands are action-based rather than feelings-based. You’ll be hard pressed to find a scripture that commands you to feel a certain way. God knew our emotions would fluctuate wildly so He didn’t place emotional commands on us. All God’s commands are about acting a certain way. Disciplined obedience. And if we act obediently, good feelings can come. But if they don’t, we shouldn’t judge ourselves. Stay the path and the fire will come back.
This was so good. I screenshot this. Thank you.
Love this
It’s crazy how well-timed this video was for me. I got saved last May, so coming up on a year now. From May to late this past January, I was so on fire for God! Nothing could stop me, it was all I could talk about. Sharing my testimony, sharing the Gospel with everyone I could. Then a lot of spiritual warfare came my way, just life stuff not going the way I hoped. I started dealing with so many negative thoughts that I thought I had taken control of. Anxiety, depression, doubt. Second-guessing everything, even my relationship with God. I’ve been reading my Bible everyday, making time for prayer every day, so why was I feeling so far away from God? And while driving and praying in my truck last week, just asking God to restore that fire. To give me peace over all my doubts, I felt like He told me that I’m worrying too much about all the trivial things and that I need to get back to the whole point of everything: The Gospel of Jesus Christ. This video helped a ton, thanks Isaac
It's not about being on fire for God it's about reminded yourself that your a sinner and God loved you so much he sent his son to die on the cross to pay for your sins.... You being on fire and producing fruit like Cain won't be accepted you offering up an acceptable sacrifice with is faith in Jesus and Jesus only is acceptable in the eyes of the Lord remember your works are as filthy rags..
@erichurst1731 i know how you feel. Sometimes its not something big that makes you question your faith. Its the little things that build up over the course of time. Its important to just take things one day at a time: yesterday can't be changed and tomorrow isn't guaranteed, so focus on leaning on and trusting in YAHWEH today, here and now. I'll be praying for you my friend ❤
❤❤❤ hope you have a community
It’s a fire. A fire blazes only as hot as the wood you place upon it. Kindle that flame with prayer and the word of God.
I have been feeling this way, even to the point of feeling annoyed by those who are on fire right now. Thanks for being honest and genuine.
I felt this for a long, long time and then God introduced me to some Orthodox Christians.... :o
Same and I start to question why I don’t feel that way
(I might be wrong) but I hear the pain in your voice man... Praying for whatever you are going through.
Amen brother
This has been me for the past 6 months, I have been failing my Bible reading journey, I have stopped praying almost because I feel ashamed and embarrassed, I barely take any of my worries to God anymore I just wallow in anxiety by myself, I know this is wrong but it feels harder and harder every day to come back. I face all this while still believing in God and I’ll never stop, but I feel so lackluster for life, I want to just move away and escape this feeling but I know that’s not how it works. I have given up on a lot of goals I even stopped praying for a husband. I hope maybe one day I can come back to feeling hopeful, right now I feel downtrodden and nihilistic and it feels like there’s no solution
I was in the same situation too but there’s a way out take small steps that’s what I’m currently doing now
Life is hard, i have been feeling that nothing that i believe makes sense and idk what to do, i hope God can reveal himself to you again
Amen brother, we shouldn't try to rely on feelings to power our faith. We just keep fighting the good fight 🙏✝︎✝️
Lately I've been filled with spiritual exhaustion that's making me physically tired.
Lately all I've been doing is praying and asking god to help me keep my eyes on him, love like him and not focus on the blessings and what he can do for me.
But help me get to know him better while I'm in this time of exhaustion.
I'm struggling, I acknowledge I slipped into sin again.
But in this season or time period my goal is not let myself take my eyes off him and try to get to know him better.
"For the word of God is quick, and powerful, and sharper than any twoedged sword, piercing even to the dividing asunder of soul and spirit, and to the joints and marrow, and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart" Hebrews 4:12
God created a day of Rest for a reason. Look at Solomon, man asked for wisdom. Later learned too much can be a curse. Same thing can be said about the word as it can be a double edge sword. Take break but continue to hold strong to him. Continue to pray. Continue to listen for that still small voice. It’s Okay to feel these things, it’s natural due to the sin within us during our daily spiritual battle. Hold strong and continue what you’re doing. Who knows if this can be a moment of his teaching.
Thank you for addressing this issue. I've been thinking about exactly this recently. I came to the same conclusion not to let feelings control my decisions. The advice I always give others is to return to the basics (Pray, Read the bible, Go to church, Repent).
feelings may change but the Person and Work of Jesus Christ on the cross is objective and absolute
I hope you would also land to conclusion that bad moments does not deny God's existence
@@negativedawahilariousabsolutely! We worship him not for what he can do for us, but because we love him and he's deserving of worship.
I'm walking in this season. I was starting my day off with prayer this morning by just thanking God and saying today was going to be great! Before I could finish, the truth came out. I wanted to feel that way, but I didn't. God already knew. I was hiding from Him. After it was all out there, I asked for strength, read my Bible, and prayed some more. I think faith is showing up even when we get these feelings, and we have to really trust Him. (Also, I recommend literally saying, "praise God" throughout the day. Even if you stub your toe, say it because it could've been your head 😂. Also, memorizing a Bible verse that relates to your situation helps.) And remember Isiah 41:10 "Fear not, for I am with you, be not dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand."
It's not about being on fire for God it's about reminded yourself that your a sinner and God loved you so much he sent his son to die on the cross to pay for your sins.... You being on fire and producing fruit like Cain won't be accepted you offering up an acceptable sacrifice with is faith in Jesus and Jesus only is acceptable in the eyes of the Lord remember your works are as filthy rags..
Thank you for your transparency. Faith is about relationship. You're absolutely right. Sometimes things will feel in sync, and other times it'll feel like you're in the middle of a forest fire, still other times there will be a lull. This came on my feed at a horrible time in my Life, where I have to get out of bed every three hours to reposition my elderly mother, and have been taking care of her and my stepfather for almost fifteen months. I got engaged in the beginning of this odyssey another state over, but my beloved left me yesterday due to his believing a lie that he isn't strong or good enough. It may take me forever, due to the constant breaking down, household tasks, praying, and trying to sleep, but I'm going to read my Bible all the way through. Though I am slain, still will I cling to Him.
Lifting you up in prayer 💕
This hit hard brother. I need to get over this idea that I need to be on fire in my faith journey in order to be a good Christian.
When Elijah encountered God, all of these grand, feeling inducing phenomena took place… fire, wind, etc. The voice of God was not found in any of them. He whispers. Faith is so far beyond FEELING. FEELINGS go away. Christ does not.
I don't believe in God because of something I read. I believe in God because I seem to believe no matter what I read.
This exact thing is happening to me. I was scrolling in my bio and saw this, it was such a miracle this video showed up, now I know what's happening to me and what to do. I literally felt as if you were speaking right to me.
God really talks in every language, i'm from Brazil and this video touch my heart. This is what i'm needing this times. Gods bless you!
Thank you for this. I experienced something like this last year. Stuck in a dead end job, full of apathy and just dreading the future, hating myself and how lonely it was. I absolutely didn’t want to go to church that day, but I did.
At the end of the sermon, during the greetings and stuff, I didn’t want to participate, but I knew I needed help. So I approached the one person that was easiest for me to talk with. She was having troubles herself, but she still took time to listen to me and my tears.
That small compassion helped get me back to my feet eventually. And as a reticent introvert, it inspired me to also approach people nowadays. After all, what if they’re also silently suffering? Compassion and empathy is a difficult thing for me to do, so I’m always thankful that God arranged how things worked.
Faith is not about feeling it is about trusting❤
even when I don’t feel it your working , idk the worship song that’s from but God is working by even when we don’t feel it 😊
It’s called Way maker by Leeland!
We need to understand Orthodoxy. I’ve been humbled by the depth of the liturgy. As a minister, it has fed me spiritually. Being dispassionate is not a death sentence, it’s incredibly humbling
Even though I am not Eastern Orthodox , I appreciate Orthodoxy when it comes to their view in suffering and desolation. They do take those opportunities to produce humility and be more humble and be more reliant to God
by the grace of God.
Orthodoxy is not Orthodox to scripture.
It's not about being on fire for God it's about reminded yourself that your a sinner and God loved you so much he sent his son to die on the cross to pay for your sins.... You being on fire and producing fruit like Cain won't be accepted you offering up an acceptable sacrifice with is faith in Jesus and Jesus only is acceptable in the eyes of the Lord remember your works are as filthy rags..
@@lalogarcia6811 Our faith in the Messiah [Christ], Yeshua [Jesus], the Son of the Living God, justified us. To be "justified" is to be counted amongst the righteous in the court of justice. As we're reassured: there is no condemnation for those who are in Him; to remind oneself that they are a sinner, is to affirm an identity that has been put to death and no longer true of oneself. We're the children (a declaration) of the household of Light (Kingdom of Heaven/God), willing vessels of righteous through whom our Father, in Heaven, is made known in the image and likeness of His only-begotten Son.
Therefore, as correction in the intent of edification: if one is going to remind themself of old, then, remind yourself who you are now, by means of the transformative power of the set-apart breath (Holy Spirit), in comparison to who were. That the man you once were is no longer your identity; born-again (of the water and Spirit), you're a new-man (or creature), who is no longer of this world but of the Righteous One in Heaven, seated at the right hand of the Father. Our works, as a child of God, working with faith, are not filthy rags... as they are the works the Father, in Heaven, has prepared beforehand that we, as His handiwork [craftsmanship] should walk in. I pray that both of you all are encouraged, and that the LORD [Eternal Existent One] blesses you; may He who makes peace in His heights, make peace upon you, brothers. Amen.
as a Christian.
I've had a lot of nihilistic feelings and thinking for a long time, and it's worse because i'm Autistic. And since I'm autistic, the way my life has been. The way my life has been.
For most of my short life. Has almost felt like a Jail And even when I had My job. I just always felt like my life was meaningless, and it was doing nothing that my life.
He's just wasting away, achieving nothing, being nothing, and being stuck where I live.
I often feel Julius, Caesar. Because he When he read about the conquest of alexander the great He cried Because everything he had done in life was nothing compared alexander and his short life Alexander did something to get himself remembered forever And caesar realized At that point in his life. He would be forgotten and never remembered. And from those feelings gave birth for Caesar's desire for conquest. And to be like alexander
I have often Pleaded with God for years. Or just strictly told him I hate my life But I wish I could live in the past. Live a different life in be like that was great, conquerors and generals and warriors of the past.
I'm a history nerd and I love conquest I could fit more into the past Then I would in the modern world
I am not ignorant what I say because I'm a historynerd and I know how people lived I've I know more about history than people know about their own languages.
I have just wanted a life that had more meaning and had more things for me to do And and not have a life that turns to dust
I just know I could have done more if I was given a chance In a different Point in history I just know There were so many lives I could have lived.
( And please for everything holy Do don't say I need to accept Jesus into my heart or become born again. It gets so tiring Hearing that
I know my salvation Thank you very much)
@djashovel What you say reminds me of Ecclesiastes
@sarahbelzer6124 Maybe but mine is the Opposite completely of his
( I've always seen ecclesiasties is just a guy who Is just a materialist and Heathenistic )
@@djashovel Very interesting, I would give it another read.
@djashovel: WOW! You are like my twin! I 💯 feel the same: Im all about conquest & living a spiritually thrilling life for God’s Glory. General Patton is one of my biggest inspirations as well as Joan of Arc. If it makes you feel any better: God did allow me to do some ‘battles’ & I began to lead an ‘army’…..and it was miraculously successful: but there is a HEAVY price to pay. Ive been persecuted by a lot of people in so many confounding ways. I lost my family, everything I built, my businesses…….im homeless. Just for living a life determined to make the most out of living in a land of opportunity and insisting on peace, love & nobility: following Jesus cost me my entire life. And after decades of having God’s help in the battle….He made it very clear that He wants me to stop. Not sure for how long. Ive been through a lot of ego deaths……our modern times just do not allow “greats” any more. Its not possible. My hope is because Jesus is so close to returning, we really only need Him.
I can really feel your soul fr your comment & who you are in the Kingdom: you have the heart of a true Christ Warrior. ⚔️ ✝️
There are millions of us Brother: and as long as we share our hearts & our intentions: we keep our legacy alive. We know amongst ourselves what we could do given no limitations. I trust & believe in you. And Jesus does too. He may be sparing us in ways we cant imagine.
PS: absolutely LOVE your () comment. I put those commentary boundaries up too 😂😂 People need to mind their own business when it comes to other’s salvations! 😉
FAITH IS NOT A FEELING! i have unsolved issue where i can’t feel emotions always in that moment. sometimes i will days later about a situation. i always struggled with “FEELING” on fire or feeling like i believe even when i say i do (and i do believe) so it makes me feel like i don’t mean what i say. thank u for showing me that feelings come and go but it’s about the CONNECTION itself and honor u continue to live in that matters.
This was very powerful and timely. It's been a struggle lately, but onwards Christian soldiers !!
"those feelings don't dictate truth" that's good
Boy did I need this. God has placed a word on your heart my brother and I hope that He can speak through you with this word!
So often myself and other believers see people around us who are also believers and they seem like they are almost perfect, and I think that’s dangerous to compare ourselves with others anyways, because we have no idea what goes on truly in others hearts and lives. But beyond that, it makes us look internally and sometimes freak out and think we aren’t good enough or we are distant from God. For one, I think if we are aware enough to constantly try to micro manage our faith and relationship with God, we obviously aren’t distant from him, but two we think that it is possible for us to be good enough at all. We are all broken in need of a Savior, and we’ve got one! God is more than enough and we will never be, we can’t think that there’s anything we can possibly do works wise or else to make ourselves more worthy, we will never be worthy of Gods salvation, and yet He loves us and welcomes us with open arms. You are spot on about making our emotions our God. I struggle with this in my prayer life, often rambling on thinking that I’ve missed something or haven’t said enough or the right things. But God knows our hearts, and if we are trying to say the right things and over analyzing how and what we pray to make ourselves feel good, we are doing exactly what you mean in making our emotions more important than the Lord. Sometimes we just need to be reminded that His Grace is enough and He is in control, so let us take a step back and let God lead.
We also forget that our relationship with the Lord is active. Although there’s nothing we can do to earn more love or affection from the Lord, because He has already done that and offers it freely to us, we often get trapped thinking we don’t need to do anything at all. If we are truly saved we should feel an impression to serve God in all that we do, doing everything for the glory of God. We will fall short, mistakes will be made, but we cannot become complacent in our faith or lazy in our walk, we’ve got to do our part as sons and daughters as well and put effort into our relationship with the Lord!
Love this message brother, God bless.
I needed this too -- thanks for saying all of that carefully and sincerely!
I put off watching this thinking "that's not me - I've got this!" After a setback spiritually today I come to this video and am reminded so clearly of the truth and how counter-feelings it is. Praise God for His grace and mercy!
i really appreciate this video so, so much. i’ve reflected everything you said onto my life and it’s opened my eyes. i’ve been feeling extremely unmotivated for multiple weeks now. i’ve probably read my bible once or twice in the past month. i haven’t done anything, not even anything small to overcome it. i occasionally feel on fire for God, but my actions do anything but follow through. i really appreciate your words, as it has given me some positivity during these times of lacking fire for God.
This is so real, my pastor said “you can’t replace one high with another, constantly chasing after a spiritual high”
This is a wonderful word. I wish I had heard it months ago when I felt like I was walking through the wilderness after a bunch of loss and pain. God has to change our perspective from feelings to what Jesus did for us. We are flesh and we aren't always going to be happy or motivated, but remembering that Jesus died so that we may live is what I focused my mind on. It makes you fall in love all over again. Remember where you came from. What depths did Jesus pull you out of? Don't allow your flesh to put you back into those depths or chains that you were freed from. Just remember Jesus gave it all. He is our focus.
There is hope. I had lost my fire and sought God for 3 weeks. I took a vacation but you don't have to do that. I prayed, read through the new Testament, listened to Godly content constantly. It was rough at times, I felt unhappy and lacking joy even in one of the most beautiful places on earth. One night near the end of the few weeks, I cried out to God and explained my issues and lack of fire. In 15 minutes He completely re-invigorated me and re-ignited my fire ❤. All we have to do is devote ourselves to seeking Him and He will draw near to us. I get how hard it can be. It's easier if you can take some time off to do this as well
That's so real, thank you for sharing.
All I have to say is thank you. Thank you God. Thank you for being here and days I'm not all up there. Thank you.🤍
This is what iam exactly feeling in this season... Thank you Isaac. This is a huge encouragement.
AMAAZING video.. definitely encouraged me to where i'm at now
This was something I needed to hear brother. I was blessed by this teaching! God bless you my brother in the name of Jesus!✝️❤️🕊🔥
I've been struggling soo much. I am an overthinker and obsess about things easily. I was in such a spiritual high, and now I am not so it's been bringing me down. You are a lifesaver for us in battle with ourselves. God doesn't ask us to figure everything out, He tells us to trust and to let go.
Thank you for this. I have been in this season and it’s hard and sometimes I am questioning my own salvation. Then the Lord recommends this in my TH-cam feed. Know that even if you are not feeling on fire right now, HE IS USING YOU! Thank you for being a willing vessel!
Man, this video speaks so LOUD for me. I had the highest and lowest point of my spiritual walk in a year. Just when you think you're secured in your faith, it's tested. And in my case, it was like a year-long storm of doubt, depression and despair. If i was left alone by God, i wouldn't have survived that season. At my lowest and weakest, God's GRACE abound. Thank You, Jesus.
Hey Izac (sorry if spelled wrong) I feel you, I'm in a very similar place, when I realized that to me it was always relatioship based on feeling and asking/giving/thanking relationship, I very rarely just prayed to Our Father and Thanked him for His love and for what he is, trying to build that relationship. Quite recently he gave me more than I could ask for and then took it... leaving me with time to reflect on that. And i am greatful that He did that. I know theres nothing above Gods love, but we need to keep reminding ourselves about that, because life around us is not Godly, and sometimes it's hard.
Keep showing up brother His love endures forever 💪🤗
It’s crazy how much I relate to this…I don’t feel on fire for God anymore. I’ve been through 8 years of struggle with moving forward in my life especially concerning school. So much difficulty when there’s no income and everything I do is a bust. I had an opportunity last year to finally go to school abroad (sponsored by a family friend) and it all fell apart. Since then, I’ve literally lost myself. I got tired of praying and fasting because I just think that God doesn’t want me to have good things or move forward. I’m just tired
Hello there anjiee, i pray this comment find you well❤❤
I'm sorry to hear that you've been struggling lately.
Reading through your comment, it reminds me a lot of the prophet Elijah.
Elijah was on fire for YAHWEH, he was the only prophet that obeyed and served YAHWEH while everyone else was turning to worship baal. He stood up against King Ahab and Queen Jezebel and the 450 prophets of baal. After what happened on Mount Carmel with YAHWEH proving that HE alone is the true ELOHIM, and the killing of the prophets of baal, Jezebel tries to have Elijah killed.
Then in 1 kings 19:3-8, this happens
"3 And when he saw that, he arose, and went for his life, and came to Beersheba, which belongeth to Judah, and left his servant there.
4 But he himself went a day's journey into the wilderness, and came and sat down under a juniper tree: and he requested for himself that he might die; and said, It is enough; now, O YAHWEH, take away my life; for I am not better than my fathers.
5 And as he lay and slept under a juniper tree, behold, then an angel touched him, and said unto him, Arise and eat.
6 And he looked, and, behold, there was a cake baken on the coals, and a cruse of water at his head. And he did eat and drink, and laid him down again.
7 And the angel of YAHWEH came again the second time, and touched him, and said, Arise and eat; because the journey is too great for thee.
8 And he arose, and did eat and drink, and went in the strength of that meat forty days and forty nights unto Horeb the mount of ELOHIM."
Even Elijah, someone who was so on fire for YAHWEH, grew tired and felt hopeless. But then he rested, YAHWEH revived him, and he continued to perservere.
Later on in 1 Kings 9, Elijah continues to feel hopeless, so YAHWEH sent him to find Elisha.
"13 And it was so, when Elijah heard it, that he wrapped his face in his mantle, and went out, and stood in the entering in of the cave. And, behold, there came a voice unto him, and said, What doest thou here, Elijah?
14 And he said, I have been very jealous for YAHWEH ELOHIM of hosts: because the children of Israel have forsaken thy covenant, thrown down thine altars, and slain thy prophets with the sword; and I, even I only, am left; and they seek my life, to take it away.
15 And YAHWEH said unto him, Go, return on thy way to the wilderness of Damascus: and when thou comest, anoint Hazael to be king over Syria:
16 And Jehu the son of Nimshi shalt thou anoint to be king over Israel: and Elisha the son of Shaphat of Abelmeholah shalt thou anoint to be prophet in thy room."
Reading through Elijah's story, it reminds us that even the most dedicated, passionate believers can get tired and feel hopeless from time to time. But after Elijah rested, ate and found fellowship with Elisha, he kept going.
We need time to rest, even YAHWEH rested on the 7th day after creation. That's why HE gave us the sabbath so we can rest from our work and be refreshed.
We need to eat and be properly nourished so we have energy to serve and obey YAHWEH (not saying that fasting isn't important or that we shouldn't do it. But there are other fast that can be done other than food or water fasts, like fasts from social media)
And we need to lean on and work with the fellow believers in our lives. There's strength in numbers.
I pray that you will have the strength to keep perservering in spite of the struggles you are facing ❤❤❤
Yeah, I understand... It's hard. It just doesn't make sense, and it seems just so contrary to what we believe, that God will make it right... and looking at others, how happy they are, living your dreams, can truly feel so hopeless... The only things I can say is... just try looking at the small good things. Small little joyful things. Some good scent you feel on the street, the comfort of your bed at night, something funny you saw... and as hard as it is, try to purposefully cut out the negative thoughts. Be honest with God... tell him how you feel. I know he already knows, but really, tell him. And after many heartbreaks and arguing with him, after you poured out every last bit of bitterness... give up. Surrender. Tell him "Okay, i guve up, it's truly all you from now on. I have nothing in my heart that I could use, and I know I gave my heart to you countless times again, but here I am again, I surrender". You won't feel immediate relief, don't think this is some one-time miracle. Once I started embracing my weakness and surrendering to God, because I knew I was nothing, that's when I started to feel better. I'm still healing, all this I wrote happened recently, but this is what helps me. Hope it helps you too.
You know, sometimes we live through things not because of us, but to be able to help others. Sometimes, we are just examples that hurt for one (us) but is hope for others... like Job... And if my depression can be a hope for others, so be it... Just hang on, trust in him, that everything truly happens for a reason. You may never understand it here on Earth, because you are not onmiscient, but in heaven Im sure... im sure it will all make sense there
This resonates with me.
As a millennial who has been a Christian for over a decade, I resonate so strongly with this! The emotional fix or wallowing is so tempting. Thanks for helping demystify the Christian walk and remind us all to return to the simple Gospel.
The Timing is unbelievebel...
Man, thank you for your honesty brother. I can relate and have been in this place. Thank you for letting us know we aren’t the only ones
Praying for you dude.Thank you for the raw honesty
Thank you for this. I’ve been feeling like this since yesterday and I prayed that he would light up the fire again. I believe that this was God’s answer to my prayer yesterday. This message was meant for me.
A couple of months ago i gave my life to Jesus and was totally on fire for the Lord. I was reading my Bible everday and praying everyday listening to worship music all the time and always quoting verses to my friends and family. But i think in these past couple months i was just chasing the feelings that this was giving me not a relationship with God. I am struggling. I dont feel like reading the Bible and im honestly afraid to talk to God because i feel like he is disappointed in me. I cant seem to feel his presence. My prayer time feels like a chore. I really need prayers. May God bless you all and give you strength. Stay strong guys.
I’m in this season. God has been helping me realize that my fire for Him came through others. He’s been drawing me to His word and one on one time with Him. Getting focused on what His plan is for my life and to fix my gaze in Him and not on others. It’s been a wake up call for sure! It’s been hard for me to even watch Christian content where people are stern or worked up. It’s triggering me for some reason. It’s been hard to navigate and understand. Thank you for your transparency and realness. Tryi no to remember that God’s got us even if we are in the valley right now.
Thank you for this video and your transparency. Many of us have been going through the same thing. I was so on fire earlier last year until my parents got divorced (which was and still is so messy), this year my dad ended up telling us his girlfriend is 5 months pregnant, and two days later our home caught on fire. I questioned so many things and started questioning my faith lately. I was so burnt out and still am dealing with my spiritual disciplines despite the pain. I love The Lord but my actions have been showing that maybe I’m living my own life and not Jesus’ lately. I have to remember His grace is sufficient. That I need to continue to renew my mind and pray w/o ceasing. That He never leaves. That I need to obey His Holy Spirit and His commands. But God is working everything out for His plan. Not a single tear or groan or prayer goes without God using it. We can learn another point of view to understand the faith and His character better. He sees the bigger picture. Think of Jesus’ lineage. It’s made up of broken people like us being used by The Lord God Almighty Himself. Keep hanging on to Jesus. Keep pushing everyday ❤️
I go through this every few months where I'm wore out and i just don't feel close at times. But In that i am humbled. I remind myself daily faith in not a feeling. It is so much more than that.
I’m Catholic and just wanted you to know I’ve been listening to you since day 1 of your channel and I love how you talk because it makes sense to me and I appreciate you. God bless you. I remember when I went to the Holy Land and then you did weeks after me. I felt on fire afterwards and been chasing that high since but what you said in this video really reminded me of what’s real like my walk either Him here at my home.
My walk with Him here**
I have managed to get out of this cycle, but recently I was so weak with the faith that I couldn't fight off the smallest temptations and I gave in at almost every one. I saw this in myself and said something like "Lord, I have been seperated from you, bring me back" multiple times in prayer. Another thing that helped me was coming face to face with the fact that me sinning was just me giving into my own self-formed lusts and that it was I who had control to create or destroy those lusts.
Some seasons are rough and some seasons cycle back through. This video was so well timed. I’m absolutely in that season - physically, emotionally, and spiritually.
Great video brother! I was not feeling fire for Christ last Monday when my best friend Gabe was struggling with addiction and falling away from God. The spirit was guiding me to plant a seed and encourage my friend. However, as he started to get sick of talking about God or not interested in reading the Bible, I actually cried. So please pray for my friend and I. I’m keeping prayers for you brother. I know how hard it is when love ones walk away from Christ. It is easier said than done. Though God reminds us in Mathew 28:20
When Jesus says “Lo, I am with you away and forever.”
Thank you for not putting a lot of presure on me. A message i needed to hear presented in a nice way❤
I felt this way a long time. I needed some time but i couldnt really leave God because of all the things he did for me. Now im praising God in de storm and i know that still if its going to be hard i dont want to quit. God is bigger than all those things and i have to trust that He knows what He is doing.
I love to listen to this this in the morning. This is my 3rd time.
we appreciate this honest video brother!
I have started going through recently. Whenever I was first going through my walk the Lord would give me a very powerful feeling on my forward to ensure me that he is with me. Recently the Lord has only been giving me that on his own timing or will. I had to come to terms that I was making the feeling a greater importance than him. Now whenever the Lord gives me that feeling it's normally to get my attention or eyes back on him. I praise the Lord everyday that he reminds me of his presence. God is good, he does not always need you doing something. Sometimes, doing nothing is exactly what he needs from you. Whether it's to prune you and mold you or because his timing is at hand. Submit to the Lord and all fears and worries wash away. Jehovah's timing, not ours. 🙏
Man Isaac right on time, speaking directly to my spirit and exactly how I’m feeling lately. Utterly panicked and trying to get the feeling back and then getting discouraged and backsliding because I fall into extreme anxiety then having a glimmer of hope and repeating this cycle. I even feel like God has been telling me faith over feelings but the comparison to how I used to be when I was saved is sooooo crazy and discouraging.
This was so timely for me. Thank you
"What do I do?"
That is the blessing and the curse of God: He loves us enough to let us answer that question.
The silver lining? He knew how we would answer that question and planned around it 🥰
Preaching the gospel to ourselves daily is so powerful. I like a quote "for everytime you take a look at yourself take 10 looks at christ." Looking to him and his work on calvary is the difference
Thank you very much for the encouraging video. I pray that he will stay strong and God will give you strength to this time.
The thing I love about you, Isaac, is that you're so humble. I watch so many great Christian youtubers but none of them have ever posted a video that is as raw and honest as this one. It's so comforting to know that I'm not alone in these feelings.
Thank you for posting this.
I see a few of these comments are saying that they really needed this and praise God for you. Brother Isaac, I could tell. This is definitely personal and I just went through a season. That was a lot of doubt, but God really help me through it and he gets all the glory.
I hope your passion for the lord can come back flourishingly
Please pray for me I’m going through a lot.And I’m trying to get closer to GOD I’m 18.
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Never usually comment but that this was a word!! I agree that it's not necessarily about getting those 'feelings' back but having that long-lasting desire for God in our everyday life till the day we die. I think that's a very important aspect of maturing in our faith - that our faith is not based on feelings but on a genuine heart for God which makes the difference between faith that is one time, and faith that is a lifetime-a lifestyle. A faith that stands the test of time. Faith that is consistent even though it may not be 'on fire' 24/7. I think that a matured and persevered faith in the mundane life naturally translates into passionate faith. Thanks for this honest vid hyper faith
"faith over feelings" - needs to be on some daily disciple merch for real
Im in the season you were talking about. It's been a long season. I have learned this "Feelings are real, but they are not always true." I used to be on fire, but God allowed me to go into a season where all I have is His promises and knowing His character. My feelings dont rule over me, hallelujah! I dont have it all together, and i fail miserably short of Gods glory every day. Thank God for Jesus, though. If salvation were left up to our works, we would all end up in hell.
I really needed to hear this ❤
Thank you so much for this video! I have been down for a few weeks and didn’t really understand why… and it bothered me so much because I felt all the things that you’ve described. It encouraged me and comforted me to hold on to the lord no matter how I feel.
Man this is so relevant to how I’ve been feeling the past couple of months. It’s been so bad, from being overcome with anxiety and depression, and questioning my salvation. Thank you for this video. Came at just the right time.
I’ve been praying about just this because I struggle with my feelings often and I know they can deceive. I prayed last night for wisdom to apply to an especially bad episode and this was the answer. Thank you for your authenticity
God bless you, sir
I’m so relieved by this. I was raised Christian, left the church when I was 15 and recently came back to God and I’ve been on fire I’m reading my Bible daily, practicing prayer, church every Sunday plus prayer groups during the week, but I’ve thought about and worried about what if this is a moment, just a moment, and I lose this passion, this high? Right here, right now I want to COMMIT to Him - but will I still in 3 months? I’m glad to know people who have been in this longer also get this way sometimes
Thank you. I have been going through this, i have been unemployed for months , taking care of my mom now that shes in good health its been so hard .. i sign up for so many jobs no calls or emails, i lost friends, got into debt taking out loans to keep my car from getting repossessed, i lost my life insurance health insurance so much . Im just tired, i got so depressed, and its so hard to break it, i pray ..tried fasting..read the Bible & its like im not getting any relief. I often tell God i feel like i did something terrible and reaping it..i just feel shunned. I thought i walked in faith but my situation has me questioning everything. But I still believe. I just keep saying that all this will one day be my testimony & that this too shall pass. This video helped me alot i know im not alone & i shouldnt stop worshiping based on my feelings.❤
I use to be on fire. I fell back into the world but gained my fire back for a little while, but now it's as if im questioning God. Im numb, talking..spending time with him.. praying, it all feel like a chore. But there's something in me saying "don't give up... endure."
Gods timing is good❤
Man, I love this. I've been near and in this place recently too. Love the vulnerability.
Thank you brother! Keep pushing, keep trusting, keep praying! He is with us. The Lord is our shepherd, led by him we lack nothing.
Felt this HARD! Sending love and prayers to those in a season where they feel out of touch with God. I’m right there with you. I hope you know he’s sitting right next to you, waiting for you to remember that even when you don’t feel Him, He’s holding you. Connect with God in a small way that you haven’t done before or I’m a while. Desire to meet Him, make your actions align, and your thoughts/feelings will follow. Read David’s psalms. Even when he couldn’t feel God, or strayed from him, He still called out to him. Lament and praise… give God both and He will reveal himself to you in a way that is specific and meaningful ❤
Ooph this hit hard I’ve been in a hole for a few years I’m finally coming back and I won’t lie I strayed farther than I ever thought I would. But he leaves the 99 and came to find me. Thank you for this there is a road back even when it’s long
Look to Christ, not inwardly, for satisfaction. Faith is not an action, but a means by which we receive. “By grace through faith”
This spoke to me on a deep level. I am currently dealing with everything said in this video, and i didn't know how to process how i was feeling. I believe God will get me through this season, but man, it's been hard. Please pray for me...
God bless you Isaac
this video came to me at the right time
God is good🙏🏻