for any christian struggling with anxiety. i hope this can help.

[erin626]

I've been battling severe anxiety for several months now and it nearly ruined my life. Although I'm still suffering I just wanted to share how much church, prayer and the bible have helped me during my worst moments. Going to church has helped me get over my fear of leaving my home and its great because its a wonderful enviroment with caring people who love God. I feel so relaxed when I'm there...sometimes ill get a panic attack while I'm there but for some reason I'm able to deal with them so much better.

When I'm really anxious and panicky I pray. I pray for God to help me get the strength I need to get through it and I always feel at least a little better after I pray.

And here is my favorite passage from the bible..I read it whenever I'm feeling down..

Humble yourselves, therefore, under God's mighty hand, that he may lift you up in due time. Cast all your anxieties on him because he cares for you. Peter 5:6-7

I hope this can help some people out. I didn't find God until my anxiety started to get out of control...but now I view my anxieties as a chance to develop as a christian woman.

I'm in no way preaching and don't expect anyone to agree if you're not christian or not religious...I just hope my personal experiences with my anxiety and the calm that religion has brought me can help someone else.

[hazellarae]

i just stumbled across this.  i know i am a few years late, but i too have struggled (and continue to struggle with) anxiety.  sometimes, when it's at it's worst and i feel physically paralyzed, and i can't concentrate enough to read the bible, the only thing that helps is worship music.  praying for peace for all of us!

[erin626]

I'll have to check out that program. I was definitley wondering if there was a faith based program for anxiety sufferers. Thank you for the website!!

Its an uphill battle but you're completely right lovey...God knows we can handle this...now all we have to do is figure out how!!

[loveymom3]

Thank you for posting this!!!! I feel your pain as far as anxiety taking over your life and calling the shots! It is horrible. I can't even go to Church anymore! I had a panic attack at Church 3 weeks ago and have not gone since. I feel bad because my daighter is receiving First Communion this year and I can't even go to the mmetings and Church with her, my husband brings her. I was interested in a Christian based anxiety program and I came accross a program called "Don't Forget To Look Up" by: Angela Brittain  (http://www.overcomepanic.com/QuestionsandAnswers.html)  It looks good! I am a spirtual person but I think now is a good time as ever to lean on God and ask for his guidance and support through such a difficult time. I know God only gives us what we can handle. I would really like to talk to somebody who has made it to the other side, who is panic free. I would like to be back to myself; to go shopping alone, to be social with friends, to go to CHURCH!!!! Well rnough from me, again, thank you for the inspirational post...keep them coming!
GOD BLESS :)

[erin626]

I will. Try reading the bible at home for strength and encouragement. I know sometimes its hard with anxiety but know that God is always with you. I've definitley had moments where I wondered   if I would ever get better...if it was ever possible but after lots of prayer I've managed to start working again and even driving places alone. I still have anxiety everyday but I'm hopeful one day it will subside.

Keep praying and never give up. You're both in my prayers. God bless :)  

[Katie35801]

I have suffered from severe/depression for 13 years. I have been homebound for most of this year. I am a mother and wife, and a Christian.
Please pray for me........

[IcanWithChrist]

Thank you for sharing that.  I too thank God for being with me through the toughest part of my life and helping me stay afloat.  My favorite verse is:  "I can do all things through Christ who strenthens me".philippians 4:13 on days that I can't go to church, I watch sermons on my computer at (************.org) and that helps alot.  God bless you and continue holding on to Jesus.  Soon He will come and there will be no more sorrow or pain or death!