Does God protect us..?

[Tigress]

This may seem like a silly question to some, but I don’t know as much about my religion as I’d like to.

But does God legitimately protect us all? Individually?

Sometimes, I get these very strong feelings in my chest and hear a voice telling me to run, or go somewhere like across the street or into a store. Then, only a few moments later, I’ll realize what was wrong.

For example, the other day I sat at the local train station at 11:00 PM. (I believe this would be a good time to mention I’m fourteen years old)
I felt fine before hand. Nothing really spooked me. There was nothing to be afraid of. It wasn’t like paranoia or anything along those lines, the following statement;
Out of no where, once the train was pulling in, I felt this weight in my chest and something inside me ordering me to run. Obviously I didn’t want to, because that’d mean getting home later, but I listened uncontrollably.

When I looked over my shoulder after running all the way up the stairs, I noticed a large group of men were staring at me. I assume they’d just come at the cart when I turned away. They all gave me this feeling of insecurity, and all seemed threatening in the way they smiled at one-an-other then looked back at me. I think that was why I ran, even though I had just noticed them right then.

That’s just one example. Things like that have happened to me previously, involving similar situations. (Large groups of men, certain intersections and buses…)

I live in New York City, so you can imagine the amount of times I run into those types of situations.

 

[Pfaffenhoffen]

This may seem like a silly question to some, but I don’t know as much about my religion as I’d like to.

But does God legitimately protect us all? Individually?

Sometimes, I get these very strong feelings in my chest and hear a voice telling me to run, or go somewhere like across the street or into a store. Then, only a few moments later, I’ll realize what was wrong.

For example, the other day I sat at the local train station at 11:00 PM. (I believe this would be a good time to mention I’m fourteen years old)
I felt fine before hand. Nothing really spooked me. There was nothing to be afraid of. It wasn’t like paranoia or anything along those lines, the following statement;
Out of no where, once the train was pulling in, I felt this weight in my chest and something inside me ordering me to run. Obviously I didn’t want to, because that’d mean getting home later, but I listened uncontrollably.

When I looked over my shoulder after running all the way up the stairs, I noticed a large group of men were staring at me. I assume they’d just come at the cart when I turned away. They all gave me this feeling of insecurity, and all seemed threatening in the way they smiled at one-an-other then looked back at me. I think that was why I ran, even though I had just noticed them right then.

That’s just one example. Things like that have happened to me previously, involving similar situations. (Large groups of men, certain intersections and buses…)

I live in New York City, so you can imagine the amount of times I run into those types of situations.

You feel that it is strange, I feel that it is strange. I dont know.
So I am inventing. Do you lack physical exercise? Is your body predisposed to run, ie, are you a person shose natural physical structure or psychological struture is competent to find running a nice option?
Kids, when they are sitting too much time in school, they get crazy. they just start running or doing odds things. IT “looks like” they need to throw out all the nergy that they have in their bodies.
I am thinking aloud with you and reflecting and dialoguing with you. I find New York would not be the best place on Earth to develpo one’s physical activity, except in Central park, the side walks and …?

 

[Margie9]

You’re a 14-year old girl alone at 11:00 at night in a train station in NYC? Where are your parents and why aren’t you with them? That’s called child neglect and it’s illegal. I don’t wonder you have impulses to run, and find men staring at you. You are in dangerous situations.

Obviously there are a thousand possibilities for why you are not being properly cared for, it’s not your fault, but I hope you can get some help. You are a child and should not be out alone in New York City, well, probably at any time of the day or night.

 

[VeritasLuxMea]

No, God does not protect us. Catholics and non-Catholic Christians are murdered all the time, just the same as anyone else.

It’s a bit of pride to consider oneself protected by God while others clearly are not…

 

[Sam_777]

but I don’t know as much about my religion as I’d like to.

Why you don’t much about your religion !!!, go attend RCIA classes and read the Bible from time to time while you are waiting for a bus or the train…

I get these very strong feelings in my chest and hear a voice telling me to run,

I would personally assume that GOD is extra protecting you through those voices if you are not in a sin status…

 

[Tigress]

I don’t live in manhattan, I live in staten island. So, it’s not as risky to be walking around at night. and I was with two of my friends. They all felt the same way. They all felt the same feeling in there chest but I heard the voice telling me to run.

I’ve always had these feelings. I athsma and low blood sugar, along with a high metabolism. I’m only 94 pounds. But trust me, I eat far to much. I’m not underfed. So I don’t know if that inclines me to run?

I get similar feelings just by looking at certain blocks at certain times, crossing certain roads, going a certain way while walking from point A to point B… I always get that feeling and voice. The feeling is like… Fear. But there’s never a direct reason to be afraid. Not until my body is away from the situation and I look back and hear a scream or a see group.

 

[Bob_Crowley]

I don’t live in manhattan, I live in staten island. So, it’s not as risky to be walking around at night. and I was with two of my friends. They all felt the same way. They all felt the same feeling in there chest but I heard the voice telling me to run.

I’ve always had these feelings. I athsma and low blood sugar, along with a high metabolism. I’m only 94 pounds. But trust me, I eat far to much. I’m not underfed. So I don’t know if that inclines me to run?

I get similar feelings just by looking at certain blocks at certain times, crossing certain roads, going a certain way while walking from point A to point B… I always get that feeling and voice. The feeling is like… Fear. But there’s never a direct reason to be afraid. Not until my body is away from the situation and I look back and hear a scream or a see group.

I had a quick look at your other main post in which you were concerned that you were being challenged in your faith by things you were learning at school eg. chemistry, life on earth, other religions etc.

Put that, your health issues, your age, and this sense of anxiety together, and I come to two conclusions -

The first is that you have a few personal problems, possibly health related, which would incline you towards anxiety. I think the business of being “stared at” comes into this area.

The second is that you have started to throw off childish ways of looking at God and religion and are starting to think like an adult, which includes “doubt”. It’s a truism amongst strong Christians that they have worked through their doubts. And the older you get, the more you will realise just how little you know. We’ve been through it too.

As for God existing, well, I can tell you He does, and so does the devil. He may even be playing on your anxiety with this “voice” telling you things. But that’s only a thought.

The universe didn’t get here by accident. As a starter, I’ve included a link to “fine tuning the universe”, which indicates just how finely tuned the laws of physics have to be to support life. It’s all or nothing.

godandscience.org/apologetics/designun.html#vXJk4N9zn7sM

I was an atheist for a while, but became Christian when I was 28. About a year later I experienced my first “double whammy” right at the very time I was wondering if it was all a “psychological crutch”. It’s like a breath going through you in waves from head to foot, very obvious, and clearly imposed by another. In my case it was used to highlight certain Scriptural words being spoken at the time by another person.

Other people experience these things also. But in your case, I think it’s important that you get in contact with some other young people in the Church, and spend time with them. I also think you might need to find a spiritual adviser, someone who can work with you through your doubts and give you sound advice. Why not talk to your local priest and see if he can recommend someone who might be able to help?

 

[Pfaffenhoffen]

This may seem like a silly question to some, but I don’t know as much about my religion as I’d like to.

But does God legitimately protect us all? Individually?

Sometimes, I get these very strong feelings in my chest and hear a voice telling me to run, or go somewhere like across the street or into a store. Then, only a few moments later, I’ll realize what was wrong.

For example, the other day I sat at the local train station at 11:00 PM. (I believe this would be a good time to mention I’m fourteen years old)
I felt fine before hand. Nothing really spooked me. There was nothing to be afraid of. It wasn’t like paranoia or anything along those lines, the following statement;
Out of no where, once the train was pulling in, I felt this weight in my chest and something inside me ordering me to run. Obviously I didn’t want to, because that’d mean getting home later, but I listened uncontrollably.

When I looked over my shoulder after running all the way up the stairs, I noticed a large group of men were staring at me. I assume they’d just come at the cart when I turned away. They all gave me this feeling of insecurity, and all seemed threatening in the way they smiled at one-an-other then looked back at me. I think that was why I ran, even though I had just noticed them right then.

That’s just one example. Things like that have happened to me previously, involving similar situations. (Large groups of men, certain intersections and buses…)

I live in New York City, so you can imagine the amount of times I run into those types of situations.

I am answering again to your post.
I said that you may need physical exercise
But now I think you that you may victim of panic attacks and anxiety.
I would adives you to do a little meditation, 5 minutes before going to be. Remember what made you suffer during the day. Remember what made you happy. Remember what you did wrong. Ask Jesus fto forgive you. Tell Jesus that you love him. Tell Jesus that next day you are going to try be a tiny little bit better.
Relax all the muscles of your Body.
Sleep in God’s Right Hand.

 

[Pfaffenhoffen]

This may seem like a silly question to some, but I don’t know as much about my religion as I’d like to.

But does God legitimately protect us all? Individually?

Sometimes, I get these very strong feelings in my chest and hear a voice telling me to run, or go somewhere like across the street or into a store. Then, only a few moments later, I’ll realize what was wrong.

For example, the other day I sat at the local train station at 11:00 PM. (I believe this would be a good time to mention I’m fourteen years old)
I felt fine before hand. Nothing really spooked me. There was nothing to be afraid of. It wasn’t like paranoia or anything along those lines, the following statement;
Out of no where, once the train was pulling in, I felt this weight in my chest and something inside me ordering me to run. Obviously I didn’t want to, because that’d mean getting home later, but I listened uncontrollably.

When I looked over my shoulder after running all the way up the stairs, I noticed a large group of men were staring at me. I assume they’d just come at the cart when I turned away. They all gave me this feeling of insecurity, and all seemed threatening in the way they smiled at one-an-other then looked back at me. I think that was why I ran, even though I had just noticed them right then.

That’s just one example. Things like that have happened to me previously, involving similar situations. (Large groups of men, certain intersections and buses…)

I live in New York City, so you can imagine the amount of times I run into those types of situations.

third post.
I have seen that you have got asma. Me too and my eldest. I will reply later. Wishes.

 

[poor_clare]

Hi

It sounds like you’re experiencing panic attacks and anxiety which is not unusual for someone your age. You may want to speak to your school nurse or a teacher whom you trust to get some guidance and support.

Yes, God does protect us but it doesn’t mean that we can or should place ourselves in harm’s way. I’m 32 years older than you are and I wouldn’t be out on my own at 11 pm!

You may want to begin praying the rosary each day. It’s a good way to settle your mind. It will be difficult to concentrate at first. Your mind will wander but keep at it.

This is a link than can help you so that you don’t feel that you’re praying on your own.

comepraytherosary.org/

God bless you and keep you,
Clare