This January/Febuary, I went to a camp up in Wisconsin for a church retreat. Before I went, I was still a believer and I didn't really 100% have faith in God. I came to the camp with a half-closed mind and what I experienced there could not be explained, other than God has shown himself to me through actions and events that happened that weekend. I came to know more of myself, my past, and how I want God in my future. I became a better person there, and I was surrounded by a great crew of people from my church and my best friend. A few months went on and I still was a strong believer. Once the middle of summer hit, I was back at it again. Somehow, I've strayed away from that bliss I experienced. I went off a different path than I normally was. Now it's October and I'm getting no where. I feel that I have no time, opportunity, nor any motive to go. I want to be faithful again, but I find it hard. It's my first year as a college student and it has taken a toll on me. I just want your prayers, maybe advice. For now, I know that I'm off the path for a reason. To be in heaven, you have to go through hell first.

Thanks for letting me vent.

wow man, i am walking in your shoes right now. im on my third semester in college and im in this world now and its scary.. i am constantlyy seeking gods guidance because im very scared of satan and hell and evil.. ive bought lots of good books by charles swindoll and they seem to comfort me but i know i have a long narrow road to go.. dont be afraid to pm me about anything man.. keep the faith! God bless ttyl

just saying that God has led me through what seems to be what your going on, however actual experiences cant be phrased into words. This summer was really tough with me, possibly you have strayed, but God might be trying to show you something.
Take the time to open your heart and ask him what it is.

Will pray for you.

when i was younger i believe santa claus broke into my house once a year and instead of stealing my shit, he gave me free stuff!

then i grew up and i realized that the truth is much less "blissful," but at the same time, it's true.

i feel the same, i had quit drinking for 10 monthsish, quit cigs for 10 monthsish, and i recently hung out with the wrong crowd and am drinking again and have smoked two packs. however my faith isn't destroyed, i still believe with all my heart in jesus, and i know that my weakness is only a sign of letting my guard down for the devilish fleshly side of myself to take over. some praise songs by chris tomlin and some ch.38 to the end of the book of Job lets me know god is always the boss, and the owner of the earth. there is a bigger picture we lose sight of at times. it is difficult to explain. we stress at life and what we see people doing that is anti-christian. we hang out with bad company which corrupts our good character to rubble. there is no faultless man on the earth. just remember what you stand for and strive for righteousness. spirituality and faith in christ doesn't revolve around you going to church or a camp, you should just embrace your beliefs and try to read/listen to the bible for guidance and refuge. we all witness struggles such as this you are facing. ecclesiastes is a good book in the bible which explains that all things which are done and are to come have already been, and already will be, all under the sun. with so many vanities in the world, it is nearly impossible to seperate ourselves from intervening with them at one time or another. please re-read the two bible books i've mentioned if you want, or listen to the audio. take peace bruthaz!

Being a college student definitely strays you from routine tasks you may have come accustomed to in the past. Now with less free times on your hands
it is hard to accomplish such things. I suggest staying on top of your studies though.

I am right with you brother.