Anxiety, panic attacks - Why doesn't God heal me?

[trekcannondale11]

Thanks for sharing

[Nateddoggy]

Honestly ive been going through this lately maybe it is god but dont sit around and wait on god

[jlebesis]

Watching this gave me some renewed hope... God Bless you and all those who watch this. Thanks for having the courage to put it online, Its almost 5am here in Australia, and I bet you didnt think you'd be helping someone across the world in a difficult moment :) Thanks heaps, I have a long journey ahead, but this just makes me have new hope. Watching this made me cry. Peace xo

[BludBaut]

I would like to see more Believers emphasize Mark 11:23-24. Why? Because it tells us so very clearly that we're to believe AND receive the answer WHEN we pray and most Christians DO NOT understand this. They pray and wait to see if God's going to answer. This is contrary to what Jesus said. Again, Jesus said to BELIEVE YOU RECEIVE WHEN YOU PRAY and you SHALL have it. From the time you pray until the time you SEE the manifestation goes SO MUCH EASIER if you've ESTABLISHED THAT YOU ALREADY GOT IT!

[jlebesis]

@BludBaut Thankyou for sharing this, this is very powerful, in fact I'm going to pull out my Bible before I attempt sleep again, and read it. God Bless, and what you say makes so much sense. It has been said for thousands of years, its such a shame people have a hard time understanding these days, in an age where we need 'proof' and 'evidence' , foolishly not realising that you have to believe FIRST, THEN the proof will come :) What a wonderful universe. Thankyou again friend.

[BludBaut]

@jlebesis I'm so grateful that you received it! Pride is our biggest obstacle to receiving from God and so many prefer a posture of already knowing everything they need.

I encourage you to take this to God daily and ask Him to open your eyes more and speak to you and show you related things. It will change your life and if you give enough attention, it will dramatically bring great blessings.

Don't forget; the devil won't ignore this. He will set up a scenario to steal the Word. Don't let him.

[DallasTheGreat28]

@BludBaut God is not a genie willing to grant all your wishes.....HIS WILL IS TO BE DONE NOT YOURS

[BludBaut]

@DallasTheGreat28 I see the devil got to you. That's a shame that all you're left with is the unknown will of God.

Too bad you're so ignorant of the Scriptures. John 14:14 and 16:23 for example. Don't bother to look them up. You won't believe them anyway. They're for "Believers."

[BludBaut]

@DallasTheGreat28 I don't know if you're the planting of the devil or you're just completely ignorant of the goodness of God. You didn't disagree with me; you disagreed with God's HOLY WORD. I didn't make anything up and I didn't give my opinion. I said what the Word says. Now, if you love the devil, your words are fitting, but if you CLAIM to be a Christian, you're an awfully stupid Christian to dare to dispute the CLEAR AND PLAIN TEACHING OF JESUS.

[BludBaut]

@DallasTheGreat28 If you had any knowledge of the Bible at all, you'd know that the ONLY time Jesus said, "Your will be done," was in the garden facing crucifixion. You're pretty lazy to not have bothered to study if there was ever a time that Jesus said that when someone asked for or desired a miracle or healing. Yet, in your laziness and ignorance, you pretend you know what you're talking about when you're EXCEPTIONALLY ignorant ... and FULL of unbelief. You'll get NO commendation from Jesus.

[BludBaut]

@DallasTheGreat28 I always marvel at people like you who are so quick to parrot whatever the devil tells them to say. Here's a couple of questions for you. Who said God was a genie? If no one said he was, why the straw man? Who said He grants wishes? Again, no one.

Why don't you do something other than parrot deceivers? Like actually READ THE BIBLE? I referenced Mark 11:23-24. Read it and tell me how you got "genie" and "wishes" from it.

I know you didn't.

You got THOSE LIES from DECEIVERS.

[evdub11]

this is inspiring for MANY. Sometimes we think "WE ARE THE ONLY ONES GOING THRU THIS" and many that are going thru this are extremely hopeless. AND MANY that are going thru this KEEP IT TO THEMSELVES like a deep dark horrible secret. You are only as Sick as your Secrets.(and that is true) I too deal with this daily. And it is easy to crawl back in to the "comfortable zone" of shutting down. I feel we must attack this full on and with God backing us up. We gotta stop being CHumps and do something

[wd40isgreat]

First Alliance Church of Calgary?

[beejor]

Jody's solution seemed to be purely spiritual. But do you think that some areas of mental disorders can be chemical / physical? For example, brain damage from a concussion is not necessarily spiritual in nature, and many people seem to find some relief for depression / anxiety with secular therapy and medication. Of course as a Christian I don't discount spiritual factors in depression / anxiety, but I'm wondering if there are other non-spiritual ones and how God expects us to approach them.

[SongCreator71]

I WILL NEVER LEAVE YOU OR FORSAKE YOU, SAID THE LORD

I WILL NEVER LEAVE YOU COMFORTLESS, SAID THE LORD

[SongCreator71]

The devil is a liar, GOD IS GOING TO HEAL YOU, JESUS PLEASE HELP HER & OTHER'S

[chaoszero11]

Is short of breath when you lay down associated with Anxiety?

[True2TheBlueYoViGang]

@chaoszero11

once i had something that was like this... my heart began to race many told me i had panic attacks that its no biggie... turned out i didnt drink milk for a whole week and cuz of that i lacked potassium and could have died. I drank smoothies with milk and high potassium fruits and that was the end of my heart racing but i have another problem now i can never be @ 100% u have to talk to a doc... this isnt the best place to ask u cud b fat asthmatic sick nutrient deficiency... etc

[chaoszero11]

@True2TheBlueYoViGang Already had almost type of test done-including tests for my Heart

[True2TheBlueYoViGang]

@chaoszero11 sometimes doctors dont know anything... u have to ask for him to refer u to a specialist that ur insurance covers... its the best u can do for urself... someone who does repioritory work... since u hav breathing problems... when docs cant find whats wrong with u and u know somethings wrong then it doesnt mean all is fine. ur not a doctor or a specialist neither am i... u gota get help ask for somene else to attend u.

[fiddlestings]

Thank you for sharing this. This story reminds me so much of my own. I too struggled with debilitating anxiety. A little more than two years ago I had a powerful experience with the Holy Spirit. Without that day, I wouldn't be who I am today. But that encounter did not heal me instantly either. Rather, on that day I began a healing journey, which I continue today.

[whiteheartmovies]

I can empathise with this lady’s anxiety issues and I’m happy that she found a way to manage her depression. I had a similar battle, however I found my peace of mind and the strength to achieve my goals by visiting my doctor and councillor. At no point did my recovery involve a spiritual quest or a religious encounter. Id recommend the doctor approach rather than a church. Either way, DO seek help, turn to friends ‘n family, dond hide from the world and you will find happiness.

[anxietycentre]

I enjoy intelligent and respectful conversations. I don't, however, tolerate disrespect or abuse. Because AceLockCo's last comment fell into the latter's category, he has been blocked and his comment removed.

[BludBaut]

@anxietycentre I don't think you should have any concern whatsoever about blocking blasphemers and fools who attack anyone's faith in Jesus. Nowhere does the Bible say, "Thou shalt give the devil equal time."

[AceLockCo]

God isn't going to cure anything because god is a man made concept and is not real. The weak minded people will refuse to believe the truth despite the scientific evidence placed in front of them. It is this week minded person that struggles with anxiety. Their brain is not strong enough to deal with reality and they need to find some outlet.

[anxietycentre]

@AceLockCo Actually, many highly intelligent scientists have come to believe in God because that's where science leads. So it's not a matter of weak minds, but believing in what the evidence shows. Yes, there are a lot of people who don't believe in God. But it's not because of evidence, but most often because they don't want there to be a God that they have to be accountable to. So denying the evidence allows them to live the way they want to live.

[AceLockCo]

@anxietycentre - Sorry your make believe science does not hold water with me. You are making statements and pushing them off as fact, but they are not even close they are just your opinions. Science NEVER has shown evidence that god exists. If you really understood science, you would understand that the burden of proof is on you, not me. You have to prove something exists, not that it doesn't.

[anxietycentre]

@AceLockCo Are you familiar with the laws of cause and effect? Thermodynamics?

[anxietycentre]

@AceLockCo To cut to the chase. The First Law of Thermodynamics states: "Energy can be neither created nor destroyed. It can only change forms." Since science knows that the universe exploded into existence from nothing, there are no other scientific or natural explanations for the beginning of the universe...other than a Creator that is OUTSIDE of nature's parameters and restrictions. In other words, there is no other plausible explanation for the "first cause" other than God.

[anxietycentre]

And there are a great many other examples of how science leads to the same conclusion: Someone or something much bigger than nature itself created everything. If you want further examples, let me know. I'm going to be away from the office this weekend but would welcome the opportunity to discuss this further.

[anxietycentre]

So just because YOU don't believe in God, doesn't mean God doesn't exist. It just means YOU don't believe it. Belief has nothing to do with intelligence, but of free will and preference.

[ImperialBluesGuitar]

@AceLockCo Okay Professor.... BWAHAHAHAHAHAHAAAA......

[LifesSmile]

wow.. this video touches me I started sobbing xD.. but something that's funny to me is that.. she's Canadian and I'm Canadian yet I could tell she has an Ontario accent and I live in Ontario xD Normall you can't tell.

[moneyisnothing1]

...............maybe i am just weak and stupid for not being able to overcome the irrational,senseless thoughts/actions and succumbing to "false fear".

[moneyisnothing1]

........then can hardly function the next ? I actually ask myself,how did it come to this ? How can a person just feel anxious "due to nothing/irrationality?" It makes no sense at all yet it is a reality to some.

Is it a learned behaviour ? Why do some people have no such problems ? Is this something modern or has it existed for a long time but only been formally recognized recently ? Is it " just in the head" and a strong no nonsense will will overcome it ? I just do not know.

[moneyisnothing1]

Thank you for the video.Glad to hear you have overcome.I have OCD (had it for years) and CBT,shrink/medication has done nothing for me.Tbh,i have lost faith in the "mental health estblishment" and sometimes feel like throwing myself in front of a train.I know it is all irrational but i cannot stop.I have somehow become sceptical about the chemical imbalance theory and all the reasons they give. Do you ever question yourself if these stuff is real ? How can a person be normal one day

[anxietycentre]

3. Psydome said, "The big bang was not a beginning but a change of state." This is another example of, "It might be possible, therefore it is!" thinking. Very similar to the theory of evolution. Test ALL things and hold fast to what is actually true.

[anxietycentre]

2. psydome said, "The laws of thermodynamics suggest an eternal universe." This is incorrect. As I mentioned earlier, the Second Law of Thermodynamics proves the universe is NOT eternal.

[anxietycentre]

In response to some of Psydome's comments: 1. Energy is eternal. The fact is, no one knows if this is true or not. For example, the term "dark energy" is used to describe something scientists don't understand. It's not that they've found something that they know what it does, dark energy is the void that they have no idea what it does or where it comes from. As one science source says, dark energy is a complete mystery.

[anxietycentre]

I don't mind being challenged about my belief in God. But if you do want to challenge my beliefs, then expect that I'll be challenging your beliefs, too. While some atheists may believe they are intellectually superior to believers, this is not true. It just means they have a different opinion. i believe it's time we stand up for God. He is certainly deserving of that.

[anxietycentre]

One of the reasons I'm familiar with your views is because at one time I had them, too. I had a ton of questions and opinions about this and that. But as I did my diligence, I became convinced that God existed...and then He showed up!! I've believed in God for over 11 years and He's yet to disappoint. Again, He is who He says He is and does what He says He does.

[anxietycentre]

I didn't always believe in God. At one time, I hated even the notion of God. In fact, one of the reasons I came to believe in God was that I wanted to prove Him false. So I heavily investigated every religion and belief, as well as delved heavily into science to find the definitive answer that God didn't exist, and that He was just a made up fantasy to placate humans. In the end, I uncovered so much evidence to support that God exists, I couldn't ignore the evidence and truth.

[ThePsydome]

Also, you commit intellectual suicide by pretending that god will heal your anxiety when he himself put it there to begin with. why would god be so fickle? You dismiss new age beliefs, but your own beliefs are just as wishy washy and wishful thinking.

[anxietycentre]

@ThePsydome God can heal anything and anytime. But if you knew God, you would know that He often doesn't heal things we should be learning to do on our own. Yes, God gave us the instinct of fear, but He isn't responsible for how we misuse it. It's our job to learn how to use it in a healthier way.

[anxietycentre]

@ThePsydome Also, new age beliefs are without foundation, and like philosophy, are often nothing more than nice sounding fantasies. Like I said, take the time and do your own diligence on discovering who God is and what He can do, and not rely on hearsay or misconception. God is discoverable for anyone who wants to find Him. In fact, being an atheist requires way more faith than believing in God.

[anxietycentre]

@ThePsydome I believe many people struggle with the concept of God because they don't know Him, so their beliefs about Him often prevent them from getting to know Him. Many of our backgrounds set us up to rebel against the notion of what we believe God to be. But once we start to look for Him in earnest, He shows up and challenges our view of Him. As we learn about Him and relate with Him, He is an awesome God that is far above our beliefs about Him and what He does.

[ThePsydome]

@anxietycentre CONT- But why give false beliefs? why not empower people with the tool-set to think positively instead of just saying that god will make it better? What happens when the patient actually delves into the philosophy and science of god and finds that the god hypothesis not only creates a loop in causality, but actually is contradictory? What happens when they find that god is not needed in any model of science? What happens to that crutch then?

[anxietycentre]

@ThePsydome "Why give false beliefs?" This is a question you should ask yourself, since your notions are nothing but baseless conjecture and fantasy. And since God created nature (remember, science is nothing more than the study of the natural world), His fingerprints are all over it. For example, Darwin's theory of evolution is still missing massive pieces of proof needed to complete the missing link (which is more like a chain than a link).

[reptile1000]

so how did u end up getting rid of it?

[thingfish11]

I can't believe some of my fellow humans can be this irresponsible. If somebody is suffering from depression and anxiety, and they believe they have a personal relationship with the creator of the universe, what will happen to their mental landscape when he appears to have the power to heal, but chooses not to? You claim we still have to do the work, so where does faith even need to be considered? I think people with mental health issues are greatly hindered by your completely made up god.

[anxietycentre]

@thingfish11 Those that know God understand the reasons He helps us work through our issues rather than solve them for us. Faith doesn't mean that God gives us everything we want. Faith means believing in God even though we don't see Him or hear him audibly. But when we have faith, He shows up in our lives in a multitude of ways. And His plan for our lives is much bigger than making us happy, giving us things, and bailing us out of problems.

[thingfish11]

@anxietycentre You seem incapable of accepting that you may be wrong, and if you are, there is NOBODY listening to these suffering people. Nobody seriously is saying that they just expect god to do the things he said in the bible, like healing people. Oh wait, yes they do.

[anxietycentre]

@thingfish11 God has shown up lots of times in my life, and still does today. In fact, He does everything the bible says He does. I've experienced it personally, as I said, many times. Just because you haven't experienced it doesn't mean He doesn't exist. God is as real to me as my family members are, and in many cases, more so. And the good news is that anyone can find Him if they look for him earnestly. If you don't know Him, now might be a good time for you to seek Him out for yourself.

[the0world0sucks]

God IS There. If you don't like the way a Christian portrays God, that's OK...get on your knees and seek the Lord for yourself...figure it out on your knees.

[7amsays]

I hope is completely rid of anxiety now.

[rigocriaton1]

GOD IS NOT THERE

[anxietycentre]

@rigocriaton1 While it may seem that God is not there, He is, and working in our lives so that we CAN recover (if we ask Him to). In this case, God was doing a good work in Jody's life. While He often doesn't work fast, His work is sure. You should see Jody now! Hopefully, she will be willing to do a follow up video of her success. Jody is a good example of how placing our trust in God does make a profound difference. The great "I AM" lives, and is still working in people's lives.

[Mider999]

@anxietycentre Ive had anxiety disorder for 12 years not only that but a bleeding ulcer. Ive been praying to be healed and i havent been healed. Im 25 my symptoms have ranged from stomach problems (various) to back pain, chest pain, headaches, migranes, and some pretty bad migranes. Back Pain. and other symptoms. Weather God is in my life is unknown to me i know that He exists or at least i feel He does. But i dont feel blessed with such a miserable body and mind but im glad im alive

[ThePsydome]

@anxietycentre I have a psychology A-level and a philosophy degree. For someone who is in the field of psychology you seem to not understand that personal experience of God is worthless. You say that God does exactly what the bible says. If you were Muslim you would say that god does exactly what the Qu'ran says and so on. You are being intellectually dishonest by even saying that because God, by no means, does anything that the bible says he does. and in some cases that is just as well.

[anxietycentre]

As someone who understands psychology, you will know that our life experience is based on what we think of it. Not necessarily on facts, but on our interpretation of things. So if a person really believes his dog can protect him from harm, he will feel better (calmer, more confident, less fearful). So while he may be placing his trust in his belief that his dog can protect him, that's no guarantee that he won't be harmed because his dog is not all powerful.

[ThePsydome]

@anxietycentre "So if a person really believes his dog can protect him from harm, he will feel better (calmer, more confident, less fearful). So while he may be placing his trust in his belief that his dog can protect him, that's no guarantee that he won't be harmed because his dog is not all powerful." Exactly, so the belief that god will save/heal you is nothing more than a placebo effect.

[anxietycentre]

@ThePsydome ANYTHING we say to ourselves that calms us down WILL calm us down, thereby reducing anxiety and eliminating panic (since panic is just high degree anxiety). Remember, anxiety is thinking fearfully. To reduce and eliminate anxiety, one needs to think less fearfully. So ALL calming thoughts are placebo. Thoughts cause physiological/emotional responses. Change the thoughts and you can change the physiological/emotional outcomes.

[anxietycentre]

@ThePsydome Therefore, we can believe anything we choose. BUT, just because we can believe anything, that doesn't mean what we believe is true or will work! For example, you may firmly believe that you won't die one day. But no matter how strong your belief is, ALL people die. So while you may be confident now, the reality will prove your belief false. So just because YOU don't believe in God, that doesn't mean He doesn't exist. It just means YOU don't believe it.

[ThePsydome]

@anxietycentre Exactly, the human mind can form patterns and belief systems that may or may not be true, based on our confirmation bias and wants or needs. That is why our instincts are not the best way of deducing actual objective truths. Kierkegaard argued unsuccessfully for the value of subjective truth as a way to justify his faith based beliefs. You are just doing the same thing. All beliefs are part of a memeplex and one false belief can taint your whole mental map of reality.

[anxietycentre]

@ThePsydome "All beliefs are part of a memeplex and one false belief can taint your whole mental map of reality." That's correct. That's why anxiety disorder is CAUSED by unhealthy behaviors (thoughts and actions) and not by a so-called serotonin "chemical imbalance." But it's not that ALL of our behaviors are unhealthy, but the behaviors associated with interpersonal relationships (our thoughts about ourselves, others, and the way we relate) and danger assessment.

[anxietycentre]

@ThePsydome And since you are entitled to your opinion, you can choose to believe anything you want. But that doesn't mean your opinion is true, it just means that's YOUR opinion. And you can profess your opinion to as many people as you like and as often as you like, but again, that doesn't mean your opinion is true. So to be sure to be on the right track with our beliefs (that they are true), we want to base our beliefs on truth. The real test of truth is consistent evidence.

[ThePsydome]

@anxietycentre I agree that evidence and the scientific method is the only successful method we have ever come up with to deduce objective truths. That is why in double blind tests, prayer has never been found to have any effect whatsoever. Nor does the belief in god. And there ARE actual CBT techniques that are proven to work well in dealing with anxiety attacks and general anxiety.

[anxietycentre]

@ThePsydome "That is why in double blind tests, prayer has never been found to have any effect whatsoever. Nor does the belief in god." These statements are not correct. Recently there was comprehensive study on these topics and the results showed that people who prayed and believed in God we far healthier (physically, psychologically, and emotionally) overall than those who didn't. While there has been much back and forth on these topics, the latest research has concluded the above.

[anxietycentre]

@ThePsydome And as you know, philosophy is nothing more than conjecture. Anyone can philosophize. Where the rubber meets the road is truth. Therefore truth should be our highest pursuit. And that's what we base our approach on: concepts that are true and work. We address anxiety disorder from three perspectives, the physiological (how the body works and why it does what it does), psychological (our behaviors), and spiritual (to address the core fears of death and dying/pain and suffering).

[anxietycentre]

@ThePsydome Regarding God, if you really want to discover the truth about Him and what He does, I encourage you to do your own deep investigation. If you have questions, ask them with an open mind so that you can cut through your preconceived notions (as you know, once we believe something, it can take a great deal to change our opinion). God is real, is knowable, and does what He says He does. If you haven't discovered this yet, now could be a good time to find out what others have discovered.

[ThePsydome]

@anxietycentre With respect, you are not basing anything on truth. You are being intellectually dishonest to yourself and dishonest to other people. I am sure that you are aware of modern advancements in cosmology and physics that prove that the universe needed no creator and I am sure that you are aware of the many philosophical reasons why god is an impossibility. Yet you ignore them and believe based on what you feel good about, that is not reality my friend. Its an emotional pacifier.

[anxietycentre]

@ThePsydome Recent research has also found that belief in God can significantly reduce anxiety AND depression. A quick search online should produce these findings. We've also seen this, hence, why we address the spiritual aspects for those who want to. So your comment, "you are not basing anything on truth" is also incorrect, since we are. As well, the notion that the universe didn't need a creator is a huge fabrication based on speculation and wishful thinking.

[anxietycentre]

@ThePsydome "modern advancements in cosmology and physics that prove that the universe needed no creator" Even a minute investigation into the realities of physics and science proves this notion ludicrous. As I mentioned earlier, if you really want to know the truth, do your diligence on investigating God. He is discoverable for anyone really looking for Him.

[anxietycentre]

@ThePsydome In my opinion, the greatest psychological and emotional pacifier is denying God's existence. And the reason some people do this is not because there isn't sufficient evidence to prove God exists, but because people don't want to recognize God's authority. A lot of people want to be their own god and do whatever they want with no consequences (hence the new age beliefs that we are all gods). But the facts remain: God exists, is who He says He is, and does what He says He will do.

[ThePsydome]

@anxietycentre I don't doubt that the belief in god is comforting and stress relieving, but that does not make it true (Steven hawking, and most other physics professors disagree with you about the existence of god btw, in fact physics and biology are fields in which the science community is almost totally atheistic in their beliefs. That is because when you delve in to the macro world you see that there in in fact no purpose or order). Also I agree that positive thoughts help greatly. - CONT

[anxietycentre]

@ThePsydome Your generalizations about most physics and biology fields are in correct. MOST aren't atheistic. In fact, many scientists have come to believe in God BECAUSE of the questions they don't have answers to. So please don't generalize. Yes, some are atheistic (a small minority), but not most. If you simply do the math between believers and atheists, you'll see that only 2.3 percent of the population claims to be atheist.

[ThePsydome]

@anxietycentre Actually they are not generalizations. In 1996 the peer reviewed and respected scientific journal "Nature" repeated a poll of the American National academy of science done in 1916. In that poll they found that on 79% where atheistic and the rest being mostly agnostic with some pantheists and deists. The largest percentage of believers was found among mathematicians (a field that is not objectively orientated) at 15% and the lowest being in biology at 7%. That was in 1996. -CONT

[ThePsydome]

@ThePsydome The demographics of atheism has been growing faster than any other belief system and more rapidly in the scientific elite. The field of physics is the field with next to no theists and absolutely NO scientists done in the 1996 poll professed a belief in a personal or interventionist god. Please don't carry on with your intellectual dishonesty when people are actually ill. I have had anxiety and its not nice, and it is sick to play with people in this way for personal gain.

[anxietycentre]

@ThePsydome As you know, researchers can make statistics say anything. And you can find statistics to support any view. But the simple statistic about the percentage of atheists in the world today says it all.

[ThePsydome]

@anxietycentre So statistics are unreliable yet you then use a statistic to prove a point? I know from personal experience living in the UK and knowing people from all over Europe that there are more atheists than even the 96 poll suggested. The Nature poll was a fair poll and the subjects taken from a range of ages and backgrounds. But it is an appeal to authority to say that X amount of people are atheist so therefore Atheism is true, Lets instead deal with evidence shall we?

[anxietycentre]

@ThePsydome We have a great many clients in Europe, and very few are atheists. Most people are eager to talk about spiritual things. Very few aren't. And that's okay.

[anxietycentre]

@ThePsydome " Lets instead deal with evidence shall we?" Okay. What evidence do you have that proves God doesn't exist?

[ThePsydome]

@anxietycentre The fact that there is no evidence 4 him makes the default state unbelief & the burden of proof on the claimant. If u say that the universe being here is proof of a creator, then that applies also 2 that creator since things can't supposedly just BE, according 2 ur belief. That then begs the question who created that creator ad infinitum. Something either had 2 come frm nothing, or something was eternal. It is infinitely more likely that the universe was either of those things.

[anxietycentre]

@ThePsydome Unfortunately, the absence of evidence isn't proof there isn't a God. It just means you don't have sufficient evidence to believe. To answer your other question, since God is eternal, He didn't need someone to create Him. He's always been. I understand that might be a stretch for us to understand based on our linear world experience. But just because we can't relate to it doesn't mean it isn't true. It just means we can't relate.

[ThePsydome]

@anxietycentre So why is the universe itself not eternal? its because it is difficult for us to comprehend something without purpose or without reason. But the universe is just that. It is eternal and without reason, it just exists and its here. We invoke a god because doing so gives us the illusion of reason, but actually it does not answer any questions or solve any problems. it just adds complexity to reality & adds more problems. How do you know god is eternal? and why did he exist at all?

[ThePsydome]

@ThePsydome Albert Camus coined the phrase "denial of absurdism" which he said was innate in all people. The yearning to apply reason to absurd and meaningless events. Religion is born of this innate tendency and there is absolutely no evidence for god other than the intuitive nature of it. It makes us feel like we have an answer to unanswerable questions when in fact we don't. Man has always done this and used many gods and magic to explain that which we have no explanation for.

[anxietycentre]

@ThePsydome "Religion...and there is absolutely no evidence for god other than the intuitive nature of it." While this maybe agrees with your experience, mine is completely different. The God that I know interacts with me on a daily basis. And my experience with God was anything but intuitive in the beginning. So again, just because some people don't know God or interact with Him doesn't mean others don't, including me. And all of the philosophical phrases in the world don't change that.

[anxietycentre]

@ThePsydome Did you know that the universe had a beginning and is now collapsing? Research has found evidence of the Big Bang experience and has determined the universe is now breaking down. It never was eternal, had a beginning, and is now collapsing on itself. So the notion of an eternal universe is false, and so is the notion that the universe is still expanding. Both proven false using the latest in scientific discovery. It's our lack of understanding God that contributes to the complexity.

[ThePsydome]

@anxietycentre actually no. The "Big Crunch" theory that you seem to be referencing here was falsified years ago with the finding of hubble's law. The Universe is actually expanding at a faster and faster rate. Hence the introduction of Dark energy. And energy is eternal, this has been observed to be the case 100% of the time. The laws of thermodynamics suggest an eternal universe. the work of physicists such as Lawrence krauss suggest also a flat and eternal universe. I suggest you research.

[anxietycentre]

@ThePsydome This is also the reason why the universe is not eternal. All good evidence of the Big Bang (something from nothing) event. The universe never was eternal, as it had a beginning, and will be ending once its initial energy fades out. This demonstrates that ALL time, matter, and space had a beginning, and will eventually end. Therefore this universe is not an entity of itself, but a result of a "first cause."

[ThePsydome]

@anxietycentre Again, I ask you to actually look at the real evidence and what the scientific community is saying. 1) energy is eternal and can't be created or destroyed. 2) The big bang was not a beginning but a change of state. The input energy was equal to the output as with any thermodynamic sequence. And the total energy of the universe is a constant 0. again, actually look at the real evidence and data before forming a belief system and pushing it on vulnerable people.

[anxietycentre]

@ThePsydome Please keep in mind that ALL of these notions are pure speculation and theory. Using the present laws of science (as per my last post), you'll see that the universe is dying. It's not, or never was eternal. The notion of an eternal universe is wishful thinking at best. Please don't try and pass these speculative notions off as fact. This is as bad as saying that evolution is true.

[ThePsydome]

@anxietycentre Oh dear.!!!. I thought I was talking to someone who was at least a bit rational. But you are an evolution denier and a religious fundamentalist.  I should have guessed. Don't try and say that I am wishful thinking when you are the one pushing the idea of a magic man that can cure all ills and give all we ever need. That is wishful thinking that goes against anything we observe. You are picking and choosing the science that best suits you. This convo is over.

[anxietycentre]

@ThePsydome I encourage you to delve into the nitty gritty of the "theory" of evolution. They still call it a theory for good reason. So rather than basing your comments on socially acceptable wishful thinking, dig into the facts and use logic to discern the truth. For example, evolutionists keep looking for the missing link...because there are so many of them. As I mentioned earlier, the missing link is more like a missing "chain."

[anxietycentre]

@ThePsydome Further, do you honestly believe that something can come from nothing? This is like saying, I'm going to pour a load of topsoil in your driveway and you expect that it will turn into a fully functioning car in a million or so years, or better, a child. If evolution (macro evolution and not micro) were even the slightest bit true, why are there no transitional artifacts such as trees with skin, flowers with hands, rocks with eyes, people with branches or leaves?

[anxietycentre]

@ThePsydome Remember, Darwin's theory was just that...a speculation. A "what if?" If macro evolution were true, it still wouldn't be called a theory. Theories are speculation until proven true. So again, let's not suppose macro evolution is based on fact, when it's just a speculative notion. I think it's also dangerous to put your trust in an unproven concept. That's why searching for the truth is such an important endeavour.

[anxietycentre]

@ThePsydome Let's relate this to the damage of the serotonin "chemical imbalance" theory that postulated that low serotonin in the brain was the cause of anxiety and depression. For years society (and millions of people) bought into this concept. But a few years ago, independent research proved this theory false (since you can't measure serotonin in a living brain synapse). Consequently, people were put on potentially harmful drugs because of a false notion.

[anxietycentre]

@ThePsydome This is an indication of the damage that believing anything can cause. That's why it's important to test all things and hold onto those that are true. Do your own investigation, and don't believe everything your science professor, media, or friends tell you. Challenge it, and also dig for the truth about God, too. He is discoverable for anyone who diligently seeks Him.

[anxietycentre]

@ThePsydome And further, the Second Law of Thermodynamics renders the notion of an eternal universe false. And this has always been a thorn for scientists who trust in the evidence of science.

[anxietycentre]

@ThePsydome PART 1: I wasn't referring to the "big crunch" theory. To be clear, the universe is NOT expanding (into empty space). But space itself is expanding and the universe is stretching out into it. This is an important distinction. It means that the universe itself is not growing. It's simply being stretched out as space increases. And this is why the universe is running out of energy and beginning to collapse.

[anxietycentre]

@ThePsydome :Why is the universe not eternal?" If God wanted it to be eternal, it would be. He makes the decisions, we don't. We also have to remember that we often think God should do things the way we would do them. But since He is all knowing and we're not, it's a good thing He's not limited to our unhealthy thinking. He's far and above our limitations and often unhealthy beliefs.

[anxietycentre]

@ThePsydome Regarding evidence, there is a lot of scientific evidence to support the Big Bang theory (something from nothing) and all that means. But rather than debating this, let's talk about other practical evidences. For example, we know that we aren't gods. Since we are mortal; have limited knowledge; learn as we go; make mistakes; often lie, cheat, and steal; are often prideful; and get sick; we certainly can't equate to being God.

[anxietycentre]

@ThePsydome "I have had anxiety and its not nice, and it is sick to play with people in this way for personal gain." I struggled with anxiety disorder for a very long time. We do what we do because we've all been there, AND know the way through it back to normal health. We help people because we understand the hardship. We've chosen this career so that we can help people.

[ThePsydome]

@anxietycentre Also, where did you pull that 2.3% from? That may be true of the states but not of Europe. There are very few theists here in the UK. I know of none. And most people are atheists. Religion is a thing of ridicule here. You can see this by watching British TV. Check out QI, Mock the week, And any comedy programme. We have anti-theist documentaries and the evidence is laid out for the British public. People are much more realistic and rational in Europe.

[anxietycentre]

@ThePsydome Again, I believe you are generalizing. If you do a quick search on the percentage of atheists, even in Europe, I'm confident you'll find they are still the minority. But popularity doesn't indicate truth. It just indicates opinion.

[ThePsydome]

@anxietycentre Do you actually give these people information on real CBT methods that really have been proven to work? The Linden method for example? Invoking a loving god that will heal you and loves you and is there for you , may make the patient feel safe and help. But the invocation of bronze age myths is not actually the best method. It is a pacifier and not a cure. You could also tell people that they have an American Indian spirit guide that will help them. Same effects.

[nevbone1674]

Wow this really touched me and brought tears to my eyes cause lately Ive been suffering with severe anxiety and panic attacks.. I can't seem to find a way to not focus on my heart rate and then eventually from focusing on it I made it speed up faster and faster to the point where I go in panic, If sitting and my heart is fast makes me not want to be mobile in case my heart gives out.. I am sick of taking this medication and really wish God will help me through this.. I want my life back..

[theallourdes1014]

powerful so very powerful. Amen

[GEMuzik]

I have suffered from anxiety for a long time, i still have it but im learning that its all in my head, even when my body starts "feeling" things i know its in my head. It dosnt just take faith to be healed, it takes a lack of unbelief. It takes a renewing of the mind, which takes time, like this woman said there is no instant touch, because WE have to do the work, which is renew our mind. We are new creatures, born again without the spirit of fear and we have to learn to crawl before we walk.

[MyLobis]

AMEN AMEN!!! JESUS LIVES

[classygal81]

wow, what a testimony! I myself have been off my medications for panic disorder for just over 2 years now, which is the longest I've gone without. I completely agree with what Jody says about God giving us the tools for help, we need to know how to use them! All the while He's always there when we need Him.

God Bless you Jody! :)

[Tecumseh888]

Our only hope is in a new hevean and a new earth. This world is full of pain and suffering. When ever i feel depressed or any bad thing happen i love reading revelation CHPT. 21. There shall be no more pain for the former things have passed away. Come lord JESUS!!!..

[anxietycentre]

It wasn't a matter of faith, but of seeing HOW God was healing her. God directed her to those who could help her learn how to overcome her anxiety disorder.

Because of Jody's work to overcome anxiety, she is on the verge of conquering her anxiety for good.

[Mider999]

@anxietycentre All things pertaining to God doing something for you out of His goodness are a matter of faith.