On Christmas Day my husband told me he was done with the marriage and wanted a divorce. We have not been married for even a year. Our marriage was very rocky and we should have gotten counseling sooner. I’m of course to blame in half of this my emotions can get the best of me. But his rudeness and plain cruelty to me was insane. I packed up my stuff and left yesterday. He told me there’s no chance of reconciliation. I’ve suggested marriage counseling or talking with a pastor and said no to both I’m utterly broken. I could feel our marriage ending for months now we hadn’t had sex since September and he rarely wanted to be with me or do things together. I’m also heart broken at the possibility of never being able to remarry or having kids I’m 21 and my dream my whole life was to be married have kids and serve the lord. I don’t know how I’m going to go on in life I’m hopeless I see no point in living.

The possibility of alien life is interesting. From science fiction to scientific speculation, the idea of encountering beings from beyond our planet raises profound questions. For some, the discovery of alien life seems to threaten religious worldviews, particularly Christianity, which centers on the relationship between God and humanity. However, the existence of aliens would not disprove Christianity. Instead, it could expand our understanding of God’s creation and the scope of His plan.

The Bible portrays God as the Creator of all things, visible and invisible. Genesis 1:1 declares, “In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth.” This verse encapsulates the totality of creation, not just Earth. Psalm 19:1 proclaims, “The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of his hands.” These passages suggest that the cosmos in its entirety reflects God’s creative power.

The Bible does not explicitly mention extraterrestrial life, but this silence does not preclude its existence. After all, Scripture was written within a specific cultural and historical context, addressing the spiritual needs of humanity rather than offering a comprehensive scientific account of the universe. Just as the Bible does not mention microscopic organisms or distant galaxies, its silence on aliens does not invalidate their existence.

A common objection to the compatibility of alien life with Christianity stems from the belief in humanity’s unique role in God’s plan. According to Genesis, humans are made in the image of God (Genesis 1:27) and given dominion over the Earth (Genesis 1:28). Jesus Christ, God incarnate, came to Earth to redeem humanity from sin, underscoring our significance in the divine narrative.

However, humanity’s special relationship with God does not exclude the possibility of other intelligent beings elsewhere in the universe. If aliens exist, they would simply occupy a different part of God’s creation. Their existence would not diminish humanity’s importance but would instead highlight the diversity and grandeur of God’s works.

One of the most challenging theological questions raised by the existence of aliens is the issue of salvation. If intelligent extraterrestrial beings exist, do they share in humanity’s fallen nature, and if so, how are they redeemed?

Christian theology emphasizes the universality of Christ’s sacrifice. Colossians 1:20 states that through Christ, God reconciles “all things, whether things on earth or things in heaven.” This verse suggests that Christ’s redemptive work extends beyond Earth, potentially encompassing the entire cosmos.

If aliens are moral agents with a capacity for sin, it is conceivable that God has a plan for their redemption, just as He does for humanity. This plan might involve Christ’s incarnation in their context or another method suited to their unique nature. Alternatively, aliens might not share in humanity’s fallen state and therefore might not require redemption. In either case, their existence would not contradict Christian doctrine but would invite a broader understanding of God’s redemptive work.

Far from disproving Christianity, the discovery of alien life could enrich the Christian worldview. It would challenge believers to contemplate the vastness of God’s creation and the inclusivity of His divine plan. Just as the Copernican revolution expanded our understanding of the universe without negating God’s existence, the discovery of aliens could deepen our appreciation for God’s creativity and sovereignty.

C.S. Lewis actually explored this idea in his science fiction trilogy, particularly in Out of the Silent Planet. In this series, Lewis imagines a universe populated by diverse beings, each with its own relationship to God. For Lewis, the existence of aliens does not threaten Christianity but affirms the limitless scope of God’s love and creativity.

Another possibility to consider is that aliens, if they exist, could be universalists in the same way many Christians believe animals are. In this view, aliens might not share in humanity’s fallen nature or moral agency and therefore might not require redemption. Much like animals, who are seen as part of God’s creation but outside the covenant of sin and salvation, aliens could exist in a state of harmony with God, but this would be only if they are not moral agents.

this whole time I thought he avoided p*rn and then today as I was turning on the car, his bt connected accidentally and it had a really weird title and sounds so I asked him and he tried to lie about it which hurts as well cause I just wanted the truth. this whole time I thought he didn't watch it and I told him how much it makes me uncomfortable before hand and he said he agrees then this is how I find out I feel betrayed and cheated on

there obviously the trend where pagans claim that Christianity stole its traditions from them. This narrative is not only misleading but it's straight false. In reality, it’s the pagans and Satanists who have borrowed heavily from Christianity—whether it’s symbols, celebrations, or even core ideas.

One of the most notable examples is the pentagram. Often associated with paganism and used as a symbol of witchcraft, the pentagram actually has its origins in Christianity. The symbol was used by early Christians to represent the five wounds of Christ—the nails in His hands, feet, and the spear in His side. Over time, pagans co-opted this symbol, and today it’s claimed as their own, distorting its original meaning. It’s not paganism that invented the pentagram, but Christianity that created its spiritual significance.

Similarly, the St. Peter cross, a symbol used by Satanists in their inversion of Christian symbolism, is another example. This symbol, once representing humility and the martyrdom of St. Peter (who was crucified upside down), has been taken by Satanists, twisted into an anti-Christian emblem. This inversion is nothing new—it’s a clear attempt to undermine and mock Christian values by taking something sacred and turning it on its head.

The myth that Christmas is a pagan holiday is another classic case of historical revisionism. Critics often claim that Christmas was stolen from pre-Christian winter festivals. However, it’s far more likely that these pagan festivals were strategically moved to coincide with Christmas. The church didn’t adopt pagan rituals—it adapted them. By placing the birth of Christ during this period, the church was not appropriating paganism but offering a Christian alternative to the popular winter celebrations.

Even Easter, often labeled as a pagan holiday by those who misunderstand its roots, is an example of this false narrative. While Easter is linked to the resurrection of Christ, the claim that it’s derived from a pagan festival is a gross distortion. The name “Easter” itself may be a reference to a Germanic goddess, Eostre, but the celebration of Christ’s resurrection long predates any pagan customs. Easter isn’t a pagan ritual—it’s the most significant event in Christian faith, the moment Christ triumphed over death.

But these examples aren’t limited to Christmas and Easter. There are plenty of instances where pagans and Satanists have borrowed elements from Christianity. Take Halloween, for example. While it’s true that it has roots in the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain, the modern iteration of Halloween—complete with costumes, trick-or-treating, and the symbolism of saints—is heavily influenced by Christian practices, especially the Christian observance of All Hallows’ Eve, which eventually became Halloween. This is another example of a pagan tradition evolving into something deeply connected with Christian culture.

In the realm of occult practices, Satanists have similarly appropriated elements of Christian symbolism. The use of the Bible, for instance, is common in Satanic rituals. Satanists may quote or even invert Christian scripture, but they’re borrowing from a text that holds no significance to their worldview, using it to create a mirror image of Christian rituals. This isn’t a case of Satanists creating their own rituals—it’s the act of co-opting the Christian tradition for their own purposes.

It’s also worth mentioning the rise of pagan symbols like the “Triple Goddess” or “Horned God,” which are often presented as ancient deities in pagan practices. While these figures may appear in pre-Christian mythology, their modern use is largely a post-Christian invention, designed to offer an alternative to the Christian understanding of God. Again, it’s not paganism that created these concepts, but a reinterpretation of them in response to Christianity’s dominance.

In conclusion, the claims made by pagans and Satanists about Christianity “stealing” from them are not only inaccurate—they’re an attempt to reverse the true history. From symbols like the pentagram to holidays like Christmas and Easter, Christianity has been the source of many cultural and religious practices, with pagans and Satanists borrowing and adapting them for their own uses. It’s time to stop pretending that Christianity is the imitator. The truth is clear: it’s the pagans and Satanists who have borrowed heavily from Christianity, whether they admit it or not.

I'm 16 and I just recently converted to Christianity, But I don't know what to do. I find it hard to be motivated to read the bible, I feel like I only pray when it's in my interest and I keep sinning and I hate it. I just prayed to Jesus that he'd help lead me away from these sins and help me follow him but I know that it's ultimately up to me to follow his word and I find it really hard. Every time I sin I feel disgusted and I just need some sort of guidance or advice. I thought the best place to come for that would be here.

Hi. I'm really struggling with spiritual warfare. I feel helpless. If you could pray for me, that would mean a lot.

I'm 17 years old, have been controlling my lust for around two weeks now. I'm starting to feel it. It's like anything I do or see puts me one second away from orgasm. The temptation is stronger than I've ever before. I don't know what to do. In the name of Jesus Christ I rebuke these sinful thoughts from my mind. Any advice is appreciated. Thanks in advance.

Why are there about a thousand different denominations?
Why Christians can not settle the disputes on free will, election, predestination and reach a conclusive doctrine?

Why do most Christians live sad and miserable lives despite being "born again"? Why are they so confused, lost and inadequate to live their own lives healthily and properly? Why is mental illness, depression etc. so prevalent?

Why isn't there a conclusive doctrine on hell, is it eternal torture, is it death or whatever?

Why isn't there a single institution like the ones in Nicaea. Rome in history or like muslims have in Meccah where it reaffirms or disapproves certain doctrines?

My personal opinion is that Satan has infiltrated the high churches and has corrupted the religious leaders to distort and confuse the Christian belief. The Revelation verses where Christ accuses one of the churches of being a satanic ***hole and fornicating with foreign beliefs always rings a bell with me.

I think it's very important and overlooked. As long as this problem exists this reddit will be full of "I'm depressed", "My marraige is failling" stories instead of stories where people just live a healthy and sucessfull life. I was so sceptical of God my entire life and if i didn't have certain life experiences where I saw the true nature of Christ I would still be stuck in the old wretched/legalistic mindset or just ditching the faith altogether just because of the incongruency of the organized church with the realities of life or of the Bible, thankfully I have had profound spiritual experiences which showed me what is true and what is not.

What is yall opinion?

I'm curious about it

Do you see Him as a religious central figure of Christianity or a person you can have a relationship with? Like a friend or parent

Please back up your response with scripture.

Needs prayers for our family please

For the record, when we married, we weren't Christians yet. A few months after we married is when I was saved, and he followed. He believes in God, but has been doing very bad things these past 2 months. I'm not a perfect Christian either, but I do value keeping a relationship with God by living my life in a godly manner and praying to Him.

In short, husband had online affair with a man and woman, then when he stopped with both of them, has been incredibly distant from my child and I. A big reason is because now he isn't sure he's gay, although I personally believe this sudden change in sexual interest is as a result of excessive porn usage. Now he enjoys flirting with random men online but has never acted physically. He says he doesn't know if he loves me or wants to be with me. When I've straight up given him the "out" by telling him if he prefers to live the single life then just divorce me, he gets all defensive and wants to drop the conversation. What gives? I've tried to approach this in a Christian way. I've tried to love him through this even though it was killing me and he disrespected me greatly these past few months. This is all after the birth of our firstborn, mind you. I've never deprived him of affection or sex, I always tried to honor my wifely duties and mainly faltered towards the end of my pregnancy due to exhaustion (i didn't cook as often, that's mainly where i failed). At this point, I'm idealizing divorce. The thought of dropping him IS a relief. And yet, a part of me wants to wait it out. I want more children, I want to be a wife, I was so happy, but he did so much bad stuff to me, and he doesn't seem to want to change. I know God hates divorce and that I technically have biblical grounds to divorce him, but it just sucks. What do I do? How long do I tolerate this?

When he has been asked (by friends) why he acts this way knowing God would not be happy with his behavior, he basically was like "yeah but God will always accept me and love me so". That sucked to hear because yeah, God always loves us, but taking advantage of that to do whatever you want is disrespectful and wrong.

Yesterday morning I believe Jesus showed me His eyes. I have been walking with Christ for a while now, but this year I was very far and astray from Him. I have His Holy Spirit and when I received Him my life has always been different. He always rescues me without me even asking, almost like He lets me walk away but He never lets me get too far if that makes sense.

Anyway, I’ve been seeking Him incredibly recently and reading His word all the time, for Jesus Christ is the Word. But I asked him if it is His will for me to see just His eyes and that’s it for my faith had been lacking. After closing my eyes praying for a couple of minutes, as soon as I asked according to His will, I saw His eyes and eyebrows. They were a light but dark flaming yellow with sharp eyebrows that were thick. I felt His presence for He is God. I felt an extremely heavy weight in my chest, I just felt His holiness. My heart felt like l had been sprinting for hours nonstop in just a few seconds. I was filled with almost fear but peace at the same time mixed with excitement. It’s like I wanted to look away but I couldn’t. My eyes where stuck on my savior, my creator. Everyone talks about how they feel love when I just felt His power and holiness. This only lasted for about 10 seconds. Almost 24 hours later I still feel His love now, I feel so full for He is life. Something has changed in me and that is Him. But for some reason my mind, which is so limited, still struggles to accept that it was Him! I have never in my life experienced that feeling or seen that clear image of His eyes.

Sorry for long text but has anyone else experienced Christ? I feel so guilty having trouble to comprehend or accept this, but He is so great and powerful I understand a little.

All who have repented and prayed should have felt Jesus presence. Just keep following that path and continue to strive to be in him no matter what. Studying too hard or arguing too much into the details of scripture isn’t doing much good I think.

A few days ago I asked if people wanted to play games with other Christians and I ended up creating a discord.

Discord: https://discord.gg/A2BvxyHn

There is a woman in my life that I love, and she loves me, but our relationship got a little rocky at one point, she was still feeling heartbreak about her ex and I was talking about religion too much. We broke up for 3 weeks, then last weekend we met up to see eachother and hang out, we ended up just holding eachother for so long. I told her I love her and she told me she loves me. Then we spent the weekend together, she said we were back together and told other people we were back together, I was really happy about that. Then she went to visit her parents in Ottawa and we've been having good conversations on the phone, we have plans to meet up next weekend. The only thing is, she's pulled back, she's being kind of fickle, doesn't want to say we're together, wants to resort to some kind of label like "seeing eachother" or something.

I just have a really heavy heart this morning, I love her, she said she loves me, but if she really loves me wouldn't she be running to me, not trying to keep me at a safe distance? At the same time I get it, she's guarded because the last guy she dated for 2 and 1/2 years who she thought she was going to marry dumped her to go be promiscuous.

It's just so frustrating.

Please pray for us, we've been together for a half year, we love eachother, but we've got these blocks.

Most importantly she needs Christ, she believes in the creator and prays and wants to get close to God, but feels resistant to Christianity.

We need your prays, for her to embrace Christ and for myself and her to have grace and healing.

So I’ve recently started going to church and reading the bible (about 4 months ago). I’ve posted here before saying that my boyfriend introduced me to this. I’m on a trip to Thailand and I’m away from him for 3 weeks. I’ve prayed and I’ve been praying everyday just to feel close to God. While I was having a couple drinks out one night with my mom and sister we were playing Jenga at a random bar. Each Jenga piece had writing on it and people signing their names. My sister picked up a piece and frowned/smiled at me and said did you write this? I said what no then read it and it was my boyfriend and my name with a heart. I’ve felt like we were supposed to meet and this just solidified it and I was praying I would see some sort of sign that God is with me while I’m away and then I saw this. I believe he knew just how to talk to me and know I would receive his message. I wanted to take the piece because I thought it was a beautiful sign and I needed to bring it back to my boyfriend. My mom and sister both got mad at me saying I would ruin the game if I was to do so. This wasn’t a thought in my mind because I know they’ve stolen glasses from restaurants before and I just said you can take the top layer of the Jenga game off and still be able to play fine. It wasn’t their anger that got me to put the piece back but since reading the bible there are verses were it talks about not stealing so I started thinking of it more that it was glorious in itself that I was to see this Jenga piece. It might seem stupid to some or most I’m not sure (since my mom and sister both seemed to think it was stupid) but I believe God was with me. Would you have taken the Jenga piece? I took a picture but can’t help but think I want the physical Jenga piece.

TIA:))

There is a lot of wrong interpretation on Romans 7. Paul is saying he couldn't control himself when he was still a pharisee serving under the Law, before he received Christ and served under the Spirit.
Let me kindly explain.

In Romans 7, the apostle Paul writes:

Romans 7:14-15

14 For we know that the Law is spiritual, but I am fleshly, having been sold into bondage under sin.

15 For what I am working out, I do not understand; for I am not practicing what I would like to do, but I am doing the very thing I hate.

Romans 7:19-20

19 For the good that I want, I do not do, but I practice the very evil that I do not want.

20 But if I am doing the very thing I do not want, I am no longer the one working it out, but sin which dwells in me.

Romans 7:23

23 but I see a different law in my members, waging war against the law of my mind and making me a captive to the law of sin which is in my members.

To summerise, Paul says:

- That he is fleshly, under the bondage of sin
- That he cannot do what he wants to do, and he does the evil things that he does not want to do
- That sin dwells in him and that he is a captive of the law of sin (some translations say prisoner instead of captive)

But lets look at what Paul said to the Galatians:

Galatians 5:16-18

16 But I say, walk by the Spirit and you will not carry out the desire of the flesh.

17 For the flesh sets its desire against the Spirit, and the Spirit against the flesh; for these are in opposition to one another, so that you do not do the things that you want.

18 But if you are led by the Spirit, you are not under the Law.

Sounds familiar? Yet here Paul says that if you walk by the Spirit and are led by the Spirit, you will not be controlled by your flesh.

Notice in verse 18 Paul says we are not under the Law when we are led by the Spirit.

Let's go back to the beginning of Romans 7:

Romans 7:5-6

5 For while we were in the flesh, the sinful passions, which were aroused by the Law, were at work in our members to bear fruit for death.

6 But now we have been released from the Law, having died to that by which we were constrained, so that we serve in newness of the Spirit and not in oldness of the letter.

Paul is here comparing past and present.

Now remember that what Paul wrote this letter he wasn't dividing it up into chapters like we have now. Remembering this, let's go back to Romans chapter 6.

Romans 6:14

14 For sin shall not be master over you, for you are not under law but under grace.

Romans 6:6-7

6 knowing this, that our old man was crucified with Him, that the body of sin might be done away with, that we should no longer be slaves of sin.

7 For he who has died has been freed from sin.

Paul taught that through Christ, we can serve God in Spirit and not in the flesh. We died with Christ and became a new creation.

Romans 8:1-2

1 There is therefore now no condemnation to those who are in Christ Jesus, who do not walk according to the flesh, but according to the Spirit.

2 For the law of the Spirit of life in Christ Jesus has made me free from the law of sin and death.

Remember that law of sin that Paul talked about in Romans 7:23 where he said he was a captive of? Yes, Christ set Paul free from that.

The KEY is THIS:

Romans 8:13-14

13 For if you live according to the flesh you will die; but if by the Spirit you put to death the deeds of the body, you will live.

14 For as many as are led by the Spirit of God, these are sons of God.

There’s songs that are very special, in the sound or in lyrics or both, or maybe it’s the type of relationship with God that the artist themselves have etc…

The typical top Worship songs don’t usually do this for me, it’s usually artists that I find randomly through Spotify’s suggestions.

Each major Wordhip Artist out there might have 1 or 2 songs like this…

I’m currently searching on Spotify “emotional worship” & “worship cry” & clicking the playlist filter, skimming through all that playlists. (Not that I’m aiming for an emotion) but I’m thinking maybe this is an easy way to find songs others have found already with that component I’m looking for.

There’s certain songs I used to play & listen to, and I have no idea what it is, but it just gets very real, real quick & I’m suddenly teary eyed with my heart & mind all on God, like super edifying songs.

Please point me to some songs like that or playlists.

Thank you!

I've been following someone on Instagram for a little while. She is an avid follower of God, no doubt about it. She is non denominational (i think) but was of other Christian denominations in the past. Lately she has been prophesying about the fall of America, saying that "America will not last" and will experience "war and famine for 2 years and 3 months". She has said that God will protect His people but the wicked must repent and "the black gate is closing and is about to shut", also that stars will fall, (metaphorically?) internet shutdowns will occur, etc. As a young American Christian I am really scared. Thing is, she claimed not even a month ago that she does not want to be seen as a prophet. Before that, however, she claimed to have the "Spirit of Moses". I don't know what that means. She seems genuine, im not dismissing her, but this all feels so scary and I haven't seen many other Christians saying anything about it. How can I discern if this is true or not?

TL;DR: Prophetess on Instagram says that America will fall and experience war and famine for 2y 3mo. How do I discern if it's real or not?

I severely messed up with my woman. I completely broke her trust on two different occasions by telling her father things about her that he didn't know. Primarily things about her being pressured into stuff by him and other people. I only wanted to help her through telling him this, I didn't know it would screw up her trust in me. When she told me she was upset that I did that, I felt bad but I didn't realize how upset she was about it. Now I come to find that she's considering leaving me altogether. We have had a few long talks about this over messages the past couple days. Her soul is very hurt from all this, and mine as well. I've explained how humans are bound to mess things up, and that will only cease when we are with God.

We were extremely close, very compatible, had incredible love for each other, and wanted to be together forever, have kids, all that.

We both wish that my mishap never happened. But what is done is done. I have said to her that I would absolutely be willing to rebuild our relationship, even if she can't tell me certain things as easily anymore. But I just don't seem to be getting through to her. She admits that her life got a lot better once I became a part of it. I strongly feel that if we split up, we will both have little to no direction in life anymore.

I accept Jesus as my Lord and Savior, and I repent of my sins to Him. I do not know if she fully does that as well. And I feel that she may fall farther from the true God if she splits from me.

She has said that she forgives me, but she doesn't think she can go back to us being together how we were. I've explained to her that whole thing has left a mark on me to where I'm never going to be able to tell new things to people as easily ever again, let alone things that are about other people, and that I'll never want to hurt anyone's soul like that again, and that I know better now. She has said that she wants to believe me, but can't.

Is my relationship with her completely screwed?

If not, what can I do to fix it?

If it is, would finding a new woman be a sin? (context for that: me and my current woman are virgins and are not legally married, but we have done sexual acts together. nothing where we are touching each other though (so also no penetration))

Saved at 12, fell away, back now at 37.

Fearful that I've committed apostasy per Hebrews 6:1-6.

I'm scared of nice Christians. I'm scared of the ones that say "no, it isn't too late to repent! No one ever is too late!" and "You can still be saved!" I'm scared because I think they are believing in the wrong thing, they are believing a nice version of Christianity that makes salvation available to all.

I'm even more afraid of the counterpoint, that sometimes people are beyond redemption, as per Hebrews 6. I'm fearful that I fall into this category.

I can't reconcile these two sides of Christianity. It makes me very worried for Christians as a whole who are seeking after truth.

That's all.