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I don`t know if this is ok
Before starting I hope I m not violating any rules but I just want an answer because I feel bad every day about this. So recently like a year ago or maybe 2 , I wasn`t believing in God but something changed that doesn`t really matter because I don`t want to really talk about it but the important thing is I started believing in him and started praying every morning thanking him for this blessed day that he gave me and that I m grateful for this , and every night before going to bed about things I wished happend and also thanking him and saying I m grateful that I can rest in peace , being healty and happy and that I hope every day from my life will be with him.I started gaining more and more faith in God and I started seeing things on TikTok or reels on Instagram about bible verses and other situations and I recently came upon a problem.(all of this is a sin and I know but hear me out) Everyone living their normal life like going to parties to drink something , maybe try to sleep with a girl/boy , laughing with their friends and yea a simple life like everyone , but I realised this is all wrong , going to drink is a sin (gluttony) but I think it refers to it as a gluttony if you drink too much to do bad things , I mean I think it`s ok to drink just to have fun and laugh, sleeping with people before marriage is a sin (lust) , and now I came to the thinking my every day life is a sin.And I keep asking God for forgiveness but I can`t stop living my life because everyone is living like this , I mean this is a normal life this days but it violates every saying of God , and also God says that if you repent of your sins you can be forgiven , but you can`t abuse the grace of God and use it to sin , what I m saying is that I don`t know what to do because if I live my normal life like everyone it would be considered a sin , but I can`t sit and do nothing while everyone is having fun or living their life. I mean even rappers like Kendrick Lamar (a religious person) sin everyday (I think) and I really want to live my life but at the same time I want to be closer to God and be with him forever. Can you guys help me out?
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My dear child, I understand your dilemma. It is written, “For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God” (Romans 3:23). Yet, remember that the Lord also said, “He who is without sin among you, let him be the first to throw a stone at her” (John 8:7). We all sin and fall short. It is part of the human condition.
Indeed, drinking excessively and engaging in activities that harm us or others can be seen as sin. However, the intent and the heart behind our actions matter greatly to God. He knows when we truly seek His will, and when we act out of selfish desires.
In your struggle, remember the words of Jesus: “Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest” (Matthew 11:28). It is not about being perfect, but about seeking God’s guidance and striving to live according to His teachings.
If you feel that your actions are leading you away from God, perhaps it is time to reassess and seek His guidance. Remember, Jesus also said, “What good will it be for someone to gain the whole world, yet forfeit their soul? Or what can anyone give in exchange for their soul?” (Matthew 16:26).
God’s love and grace are boundless. He forgives us when we sincerely repent. However, repentance means turning away from sin and living in a way that honors God.
As for living like others, remember that each person’s journey with God is unique. We are called to live in the world but not be of the world (John 17:14-15).
So, live your life, but live it with God in your heart, and strive to follow His commandments. God’s grace is sufficient for you (2 Corinthians 12:9). Trust in Him, and He will guide your steps (Proverbs 3:5-6).