Scrupulosity Ocd

I am a Christian but keep having unwanted really bad intrusive thoughts about Go liike I am talking strange weird thoughts that make me cry they are so uncomfortable. And then I have doubts from time to time if God is real and I look up evidence that God is real and am worried God's going to be upset that I tried to look up proof of his existence. even though I do believe that he is real. Any other Christians with severe OCD out there that go through this struggle? I just don't want God to hate me or be ashamed of me.

KaraClouds

Date posted: 3d

I dealt with this growing up, not knowing I had OCD. I had thoughts about hating God, having Satan in me, even thoughts of maybe loving Satan! I compulsively prayed because I hated those thoughts and I was told that thoughts meant everything. Here’s a reminder I wished someone would have told me- Thoughts do not define you. God knows YOU. He knows you have OCD. He loves YOU regardless of your intrusive thoughts. God is greater than our brains give him credit for. He is not ashamed of you! You are his child and he knows you and loves you. I truly understand and have felt the hurt that OCD can put on your heart when it comes to religion and beliefs. It’s heavy but you can overcome it! You got this. Hope this helps you breathe a little easier!

Waging War A...

Date posted: 3d

Hi. Yes, this is all pretty common with us as Christians that have OCD (scrupulosity). I wrote a book you may find helpful - "Waging War Against OCD - A Christian Approach to Victory." One thing to remember is that OCD attacks what is most valuable to us - so the experiences you describe are actually evidence that you believe and don't want to dishonor God.

Steven55!

User type: OCD Conqueror

Date posted: 3d

OCD attaches itself to who and what you value and what you fear. This is probably the reason why you're experiencing scrupulosity OCD. I've gone through the same theme. I believe that God knows us better than we know ourselves. He knows these thoughts are coming from OCD, and are not a reflection of your true feelings. In your morning prayers, why not tell Him that you're sorry for any negative thoughts you may have about Him throughout the day, and that you intend to treat them with indifference, so that they'll dissipate. With OCD, it's not the content, but how we react to it, that matters. As in all OCD thoughts and feelings, if you don't react to them, they begin to fade away. It takes practice, but I have learned that it works. BTW, are you in therapy with a trained OCD therapist who uses ERP therapy? NOCD has some trained therapists who are also Christian counselors. I recommend Judy Lair. Hope this helps.

AtWitsEnd

Date posted: 3d

What KaraClouds said is spot on! I’ve dealt with the exact same thing. You’re not alone in this!

Rosesrred

Date posted: 3d

Thank you!

Rosesrred

Date posted: 3d

Thank you! that's super helpful and comforting, I appreciate the perspective shift

Anonymous

Date posted: 11w

Religious OCD, ashamed of my thoughts

I am a christian guy who grew up in a christian community and family. For as long as i remember, ive had horrible thoughts about all kinds of things that i dont know where to begin. Due to my extreme thoughts, i feel as if i am unworthy of practicing my religioin, such as praying, reading, meditating, etc. I feel ashamed when i go to church, as if i dont belong there because i feel like i am secretely evil, and that God knows i am evil and i am committing blasphemy by going there, and refusing to "repent", from my thoughts. But then again, my thoughts are just thoughts, sure. So whats the problem? - The problem is that in my faith, i have been taught that we must control our thoughts, so they do not get power over us to make us commit sin. Such as "If you think lustfully about a woman, you have already committed adultery with her in your heart". This verse has killed my self esteem, due to the constant unwanted sexual and disturbing thoughts. It makes me feel like a monster, who secretely just wants to abuse and be horrible to people, even though i know very well i do not want this. Sometimes i think horrible things about the people i love very much, such as my girlfriend. It feels so wrong and evil, even though i know it isnt my true will.

Aly2010

Date posted: 6w

Religious OCD

Hi! I have been struggling with ocd for many years of my life, however, I have recently been struggling with religious ocd. Currently my ocd has been putting thought into my mind like, “you shouldn’t go to that party, because “God” doesn’t what you to” or “don’t do this or else it’s going to make “God” mad.” These thoughts have been overall causing me so much anxiety, and truly I don’t know what to do. I’ve been struggling to identify it’s actually Gods voice or not. Also, my ocd has been also making my prayer a very stressful part of my day, which is not how it should feel at all. Now finding peace in prayer feels more like a chore, than a conversation. Does anybody else have ocd like this? If so, any tips?

Religion & Spirituality OCD

Anonymous

Date posted: 23d

Religious OCD Christian

Please help anyone else here with Religious ocd and is a Christian? My brain is going hay-wire and want to know I'm not alone... what do your thoughts say and how do you overcome compulsions? Im going through a rough moment and feel sick with anxiety and stiff. I want to obey God but my thoughts won't stop. I surrender to the Lord and then I have peace with the compulsions and they go away but the thoughts are the scary part please - is this spiritual or is it mental? Or is it both? Would love to hear a Christians opinion on this... because my thoughts latch on and won't dissappear but I know that the Bible commands us to take control of our thoughts and to renew our minds...yet God has grace for this and mercy for our every need... I know God is in control (completely) and my mind creates a lot of the issues for me without any spiritual stuff (it's a very powerful thing) but it's still scary. Lord help me, I surrender myself to you Jesus, counsel my soul and help me.

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