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Jul 22, 2024 · Only God knows what is in a person's heart (Psalm 139:1-2). Only the Lord knows the extent of pain that might bring a person to the point of suicide. Yes, the Bible treats life as a divine gift and something humans are to value and respect. No human has the right to take his own life or the life of another. Yes, suicide is a terrible tragedy, a ...
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In the Bible, there are several prominent individuals who took their own life. Some consider the last act of Samson in Judges 16:26-31, where he pushed the pillars on top of the Philistines and himself to be a suicidal act. However, the argument can be made that He accepted his death as a consequence of obeying the Lord to destroy the Philistines, ...
To parse out if suicide is a sin, and if it is, can the sinner have a hope for eternal salvation, one must first understand what sin is: an act that offends the holy and sinless God. It can be an act of evil against another person or against God. These can be an unacted upon desire to do evil against another, or which violates the command to love a...
The Word of God has promises of hope and healing for those who are struggling with suicidal tendencies. It reminds us of the source of the things which are creating depression within us, which is evil. The believer can read daily reminders of God’s call to strive in faith, and hope in Him. This verse reminds the believer that depression, despair, a...
For those struggling with suicidal thoughts, there is hope and help. Christians can help by listening and supporting someone who opens up about depression and thoughts of self-harm. Pray with them, and then continue to pray for them. Help them seek out solutions, and let God use you to be a blessing. If the source of someone’s troubles are financia...
Augstine of Hippo. City of God. trans. By John Healey. London: J.M. Dent and Co., 1903. Baxter, J. Sidlow. Explore the Book. Grand Rapids: Zondervan Publishing House, 1960. Catechism of the Catholic Church Revised in Accordance with the Latin Text Promulgated by Pope John Paul II. Second Edition. New York: Doubleday, 1997. Eerdman’s Commentary on t...
- 2 Samuel 17:23. 23 When Ahithophel saw that his advice had not been followed, he saddled his donkey and set out for his house in his hometown. He put his house in order and then hanged himself.
- Isaiah 41:10. 10 So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.
- Isaiah 55:11. 11 so is my word that goes out from my mouth: It will not return to me empty, but will accomplish what I desire and achieve the purpose for which I sent it.
- Jeremiah 29:11. 11 For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.
May 19, 2009 · How God Views Suicide. Suicide is a grievous sin that seriously hurts both the heart of God, and those who loved the deceased. The pain of losing a loved one who took their own life is not easily healed, and often isn’t fully healed until Heaven. Whether you are contemplating suicide or know someone who killed themselves, God wants you to ...
Nov 4, 2024 · Bible Verses About Suicide Genesis 9:6 “Whoever sheds human blood, by humans shall their blood be shed; for in the image of God has God made mankind.” This verse emphasizes the sanctity of human life and highlights the severity of taking one’s own life. It teaches that life is a precious gift from God and should be protected and valued.
Aug 19, 2022 · Turn to Him, pour out your heart to Him, and give yourself time. It is important that Christians know how to respond to suicide. Many Christians believe the misnomer that the unpardonable sin is suicide, yet this is wrong. The unpardonable sin cannot be done today as the unpardonable sin is blasphemy of the Holy Spirit — not suicide.
Feb 8, 2022 · We’ll consider several Bible verses about suicide as well as concepts such as the sanctity of life and salvation and their relationship to suicide. People are unique among God’s creation . Psalm 139:13-15 reveals the special care and attention God gives to each pre-born person, “For You formed my inward parts; You covered me in my mother’s womb…I am fearfully and wonderfully made.”
