Frightened about something... help?

[Wakko9001]

Alright, I’m not sure if this is even worth asking, and it might be REALLY scrupulous, but I’m pretty frightened.

As a teenager, there are days that I lean towards atheism. This “leaning” causes me to think somewhat unkind remarks (usually not blasphemous). However, I never leave the Faith, as I know there’s something to hold onto.

Well, today I check on Facebook, and I see my former elementary/middle school has raised a new sign, and underneath has its motto, “Our Spirit will Move You”. I guess my “atheist leaning” kicked in, and having a VERY slight disdain for the school, I thought something along the line of, “That school doesn’t do that…”.

Right after that, I started flipping out, as I’m afraid that I blasphemed the Holy Spirit, thus ruining my chances of entering Heaven.

HELP?!

 

[jritenour]

If you’re even asking about this, almost certainly you have not blasphemed the Holy Spirit. Doing the “unforgivable sin” pretty much amounts to you at the end of your life saying, I am keeping myself closed off to the Holy Spirit and have no need for Him. It’s very much a fully-informed decision and one that you won’t take back. No worries. If it really bothers you, it would be best to go talk to your Priest. All the best. I will pray for you.

 

[Pound_Coolish]

S/he about summed it up. You may be emotionally distraught, but that is not necessarily an indicator you’ve sinned. Perhaps you are rationally aware of this but simply doubting it because of your feelings? In any case, it’s commendable to recognize you had a “relapse” and, as the previous poster pointed out, if your concern persists after prayers, simply talk to a priest.

 

[lucymeadhbh]

Please, whatever you do don’t despair. I also lean towards atheism. I’m not a great catholic, but fundamentally I completely believe in Jesus, God and transubstantiation. Explore your thoughts, spend time by yourself and ask yourself what you truly believe. I fundamentally believe in an afterlife because of what I saw when my grandfather died.

 

[George_Stegmeir]

I agree with the other respondants. However you are misinterpreting the motto of your school. They are using the word “Spirit” in the sense of a liveliness, or briskness of mind or actions.

 

[tawny]

Alright, I’m not sure if this is even worth asking, and it might be REALLY scrupulous, but I’m pretty frightened.

As a teenager, there are days that I lean towards atheism. This “leaning” causes me to think somewhat unkind remarks (usually not blasphemous). However, I never leave the Faith, as I know there’s something to hold onto.

Well, today I check on Facebook, and I see my former elementary/middle school has raised a new sign, and underneath has its motto, “Our Spirit will Move You”. I guess my “atheist leaning” kicked in, and having a VERY slight disdain for the school, I thought something along the line of, “That school doesn’t do that…”.

Right after that, I started flipping out, as I’m afraid that I blasphemed the Holy Spirit, thus ruining my chances of entering Heaven.

HELP?!

You have not blasphemed the Holy Spirit. Do not despair. If you in any way have doubts, you should discuss this with a priest. Put on the armour of Christ and go forth. I’m praying for you. God bless.

 

[Wakko9001]

Thanks, people. Definitely feeling a WHOOOOLE lot better.

 

[ClearWater]

Alright, I’m not sure if this is even worth asking, and it might be REALLY scrupulous, but I’m pretty frightened.

As a teenager, there are days that I lean towards atheism. This “leaning” causes me to think somewhat unkind remarks (usually not blasphemous). However, I never leave the Faith, as I know there’s something to hold onto.

Well, today I check on Facebook, and I see my former elementary/middle school has raised a new sign, and underneath has its motto, “Our Spirit will Move You”. I guess my “atheist leaning” kicked in, and having a VERY slight disdain for the school, I thought something along the line of, “That school doesn’t do that…”.

Right after that, I started flipping out, as I’m afraid that I blasphemed the Holy Spirit, thus ruining my chances of entering Heaven.

HELP?!

You can bring this up at your next confession, but I think you can be forgiven.

However, what’s of concern to me is that you said you lean towards atheism.

Now, had you ever tried to explore that? For example, had you ever thought…"When was it, specifically, that I began feeling this way? Was it a specific event? person? gradual?

Can you find a way to open up a bit and express your concerns and doubts. It sometimes can seem like we’ve covered everything under the sun here, already, anyway. I doubt your concerns or doubts, are anything the forum hasn’t seen countless times before.

What, specifically, is what causes you to doubt?

Do you doubt about the existence of God? Jesus? Why, specifically?

I think someone here could help clarify and help you with any doubts you might be having, or at least try.

 

[Phil_Marinus]

Alright, I’m not sure if this is even worth asking, and it might be REALLY scrupulous, but I’m pretty frightened.

As a teenager, there are days that I lean towards atheism. This “leaning” causes me to think somewhat unkind remarks (usually not blasphemous). However, I never leave the Faith, as I know there’s something to hold onto.

Well, today I check on Facebook, and I see my former elementary/middle school has raised a new sign, and underneath has its motto, “Our Spirit will Move You”. I guess my “atheist leaning” kicked in, and having a VERY slight disdain for the school, I thought something along the line of, “That school doesn’t do that…”.

Right after that, I started flipping out, as I’m afraid that I blasphemed the Holy Spirit, thus ruining my chances of entering Heaven.

HELP?!

It’s perfectly normal to have doubts my friend… it’s part of what we are…
We humble children of God need constant reassurance that we are doing well…
we need constant reassurance that Jesus is there with us… holding our hand…

and yes ,schools like to say the uphold certain values …but like you and me…
they fail…because there run by human beings… human beings have ego’s so big…
it’s surprises to see there head fit through a doorway…
what can you do about all these failings…
learn… learn from these mistakes … and make a conscious decision that you,
that you will do better,be better, be more humble in your way,more accepting in the ways of others, you are a better person… now go out into the world and prove it…