So does OP. OP assumes that because human institutions and people fail, somehow it diminishes God in some capacity.

Thank you for your well thought out and detailed response.

Yours was only longer, not better

How so? How is it ok for OP to feel mentally superior, but not ok for someone (albeit a bit miisguided as a Christian) to say they are spiritually superior?

In reality, rates of happiness and fulfillment are greater among people who believe in God vs non believers. So despite OP anecdote, empirically people of this persuasion are not "mentally superior."

Whatever gets you out of your rut and as long as you're not shoving it down anyone's throat or pressing it on others, go for it.

No.


Hope this helps.

I beat addiction on my own, no fairytales needed

Ty

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there's a reason that AA/NA include a step in their program to surrender to a higher power. It's not just for recovery, it's a prerequisite for God's grace. Most people on earth aren't even capable of this, many people who are capable aren't capable of keeping it up. Sadly in modern life it's harder than ever to surrender to a higher power. It was easy as a mud hut dwelling farmer i think, one rain can change your life towards success or disaster. It's harder with an iPhone, food stamps, and all of the other technological advances we've made to keep us safe with or without God.

not an argument btw, i dont think God is doing much to help addicts, but id add he's not doing much to help anyone. Most aren't worthy of help, not in my opinion but by the scripture.

This post was edited by thesnipa on Jun 25 2026 11:21am

pride is a mighty affliction



wolves in sheeps clothing. knowing scripture brings understanding of the christian. so many dont care to know scripture rather living in their own lies and imaginations

Man you never had anyone help you ever? You never talked to anyone about it? Confided in a friend or anything? I find that hard to believe.

You find that hard to believe but believe the Bible? That’s wild 💯