struggling with my religion

[overthrone]

I don't know what to believe
Ever since my mental health started to decline, I've questioned God.
Why does he insist on bad things always happening to me? Does he do it because he thinks I'm worth it? Does he do it to see me overcome struggle? Does he do it because it's funny?
Am I supposed to thank him for my achievements? For the knowledge and skill I've gained and the good things that have happened to me? I dont think that's right. I've worked for everything I've gotten. I've learned and grown all by myself. Why I supposed to thank this God for all my hard work?

 

[NormallyNeurotic]

So, I'm Jewish and your post seems like it might be from a (fundamental) Christian perspective, but I figured I'd reply before any anti-thiests (not athiests, they're cool with me) get here.

We all have free will. So, no, G-d isn't purposely causing bad things to happen to you. And no, you don't have to thank G-d for achievements that you fought for. That is your free will. Somehow I doubt an all-powerful being would throw a pissfit if you didn't thank him for everything that happens in your life like some religous people try to claim he would. You won't get smote, don't worry.

 

[isthisit?]

are you christian?

 

[alstroemeria55]

That's me in the corner...