Lost my mom, ended up at a bar, tarnished my witness, & need help

Q: I need help. I went out drinking on Saturday night which is not something I is usually ever do, but I did. I was talking to a lady at the bar about Jesus, and it was a really beautiful conversation. People kept bringing shot after shot and I kept taking them, and then the entire night took a turn. I am dealing with the death of my mom just 4 weeks ago, and I feel like I became manic on Saturday night. I turned into a crazy person. I almost felt possessed I lost all control over myself. The guilt, shame, depression, etc etc etc is totally overcoming me. The worst part was in my drunken stupor, I was talking about Jesus. disgracing his name! How could I try to share my love / experiences with God while being a drunken fool! I just feel so lost right now without my mom. And I made an absolute fool of myself and I disgraced Jesus. I have been praying and repenting but this shame knows no end. My relationship with God is so strong, but idk who the heck that was in control of my body on Saturday night. Please pray for me. I know I messed up so bad. I can hardly look in the mirror.

A: Do know that we are to seek comfort in God in all situations and not in the ways of the world. 

Since you did, and kept taking what they gave you and smeared your witness, I would encourage you to turn your back on alcohol going forward. This has good resources and info to guide you to do that in holy living. You did repent to God and get right with him on this issue, so that's taken care of. Now grow in the Fruit of the Spirit and towards maturity in the Faith 😊 

I also hope this can help you with the grief over the loss of your mother. I don't know her salvation status but God does. Rest in his sovereignty no matter what. 🫂❤️✝️😊


As to guilt & moving onwards



Remember, Jesus as human, was tempted in many ways, and knows our sorrows, pain, concerns, and suffered himself too, even before the cross. He cried at Lazarus death, and cares about us. He can help you get back up and walk forward in the faith, trusting God in all areas of your life. He who cares about the ants and birds, cares much more for you who were created in His Image, and of whom Christ died for. 


Going forward, when you need prayer or guidance, seek counsel from godly believers at your church, as needed, and grow closer to the godly women there so you can have deep friendship in the local family of God. It is a blessing the Lord has given us, and one to cherish. We may lose loved ones here but we have a large family in God and it's an eternal one. So don't forget that 🙂✝️.

Also, even though you messed up, God can still use that situation for all those who heard you talk about Jesus. May they go home like you and want to be right with God. May they be pulled closer to God and get saved. Pray for them. 

God bless

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