I believe that I can be a Christian without being religious. I consider myself a spiritual person, and while I don’t follow religious practices, I do engage with the Bible. I find it challenging to spend extended periods in a church listening to a preacher, but I believe in God. Over the past 30 years, I’ve observed what I perceive as a decline in religious practices, and I’m concerned about it. My faith is deeply personal, and I feel God’s connection, but I don’t consider myself pious. I’ve experienced unexplained events in life that I attribute to God’s intervention, and I feel fortunate for the “gifts” I’ve received over the years.
In my relationship, despite its imperfections, we have managed to make it work for 19 years. This relationship is one of those “gifts.” It has been a journey filled with challenges, including encounters with the law, but these experiences have allowed us to grow. I have faced numerous difficulties due to my bipolar disorder, but with the support of my partner, I have found the strength to overcome them. I had many regrets about my past, but with help, understanding, and realization, I have persevered. The perseverance has led to a newfound spirituality.
Though we may not attend church weekly, we find solace in reading the Bible regularly and having meaningful discussions about spirituality. Through my partner’s inspiring sermons, we have developed a profound connection to our faith, which provides us with great strength and guidance.
Even though I have the strength, sometimes that is not enough. Strength does need guidance from time to time, and God has guided me. He’s been guiding me on a new aspect of life that I enjoy, writing.
All I can say is, “Welcome to my World.” May you have a thrilling ride, and may you discover and understand more about what bipolar disorder does to the brain of the one creating the content. We have one heck of a journey ahead of us. May you stay along for the ride. Happy reading!
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