Dear Paul and Others in Need of Prayer,
 
I'm being hit from all sides...with all things...even the kitchen sink!  Having the same 'thoughts' as you.  "Not good enough, G-d's unhappy with my life", etc.
 
Don't think you are alone in this battle - there is a whole army of us!   Put on the armor of G-d and stand your ground.  Come Hell or High Water! (that has already happened)...now our battle cry should be Come Hell or Fire!...we'll make it with the help of Jesus and His angels.
 
Keep on your knees, keep in The Word, and keep looking up...that's what I'm trying to do.  Have faith in His promises and hold tight...I think it will continue to get worse for Christians..but Jesus said we will not be snatched from His hand...no maybe to it.   Continue to follow the teachings of Jesus, pray, do your best...which will NEVER be good enough...and know that it will never be good enough...let Him do the rest; have faith - He can do everything you can't.
 
Know each day will be a challenge, start it off right with prayer and Bible study..even if for just a few minutes - get that armor on before you get on with your daily life.  And repent of your sins - those you know of and those you don't, like missed opportunities to do good or help someone or even say a prayer.   Life here is a daily challenge for ALL of us!!
 
Remember:  He will never leave you.  You are not alone.  He has your back.  Always.  Satan is the great deceiver...he already has the non-believers, they were easy...he's after us!  Every time you get hit...find your Bible...Jesus will show you The Way.
 
I've been reading Jesus' sayings in Matthew lately...and listening to the Old Time Christian songs like "There is Power in the Blood",  "Nothing But the Blood of Jesus", etc. - love these old songs - and listening to 'Hope for Today' on the radio...immerse yourself in whatever you can...coat your armor!!  Make it 'bullet' proof!
 
You've got my prayers for you and for all Doves going through this Valley of the Shadow of Death...at least that's what it feels like to me.
 
Blessings,
Chance
 
Oh...and remember the reason for the season - Jesus. :)  Merry Christmas to all!!  Joy comes from knowing Him!