Tips and tricks

Why do I have bad thoughts about God?

Why do I have bad thoughts about God?

These bad thoughts about God are usually seen in Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. These are called ‘blasphemous obsession’ and are very distressing. It can be effectively treated with antiobssessive drugs and you can lead an absolutely normal life. Consult a Psychiatrist nearby or online.

How do I stop impure thoughts?

When you get a thought you deem impure, simply shift your attention. Focus your mind elsewhere. Don’t go after the thought. Let’s say you are thanking God for everything you have in your life including a wonderful family….

  1. Self-belief. The greatest prison is our limiting self-belief.
  2. Self-discipline.
  3. Righteousness.

What does the Bible say about not answering prayers?

The Bible says that, “God is not mocked, for whatever one sows, that will he also reap” (Galatians 6:7). It is only a matter of time before the person living this way comes under the judgment of God. Even the Psalmist knew that God does not answer the prayers of one who is willfully sinning against Him.

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Is it okay to pray silently in the Bible?

Answer: The Bible gives an example of silent prayer in Hannah’s inaudible petition (1 Samuel 1:10, 13), but it does not give specific instructions on praying silently. That does not mean that silent prayer is any less valid than praying out loud—Hannah’s prayer was answered, after all.

Can God Hear Your Thoughts?

God can hear our thoughts just as easily as He can hear our words (Psalm 139:23; Jeremiah 12:3). Jesus knew the evil thoughts of the Pharisees (Matthew 12:24-26; Luke 11:17). Nothing we do, say, or think is hidden from God, who does not need to hear our words to know our thoughts.

What does the Bible say about praying?

The Bible also says, “The Lord detests the thoughts of the wicked, but those of the pure are pleasing to him” (Proverbs 15:26). God even hears our prayers when we can’t even put them into words–times, for example, when our hearts are too burdened or confused even to speak. The Bible says, “the Spirit helps us in our weakness.