A woman doesn't want to respond back to someone on social media

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A woman doesn't want to respond back to someone on social media. He doesn't act like a believer and likes to drink. He gave her gifts like a shoes and likes sage, burning sage, likes crystals, collects all kinds of crystals and says they hold power. But she experienced something serious today and he down played it and made fun of it. So now she had gotten rid of the gifts he gave her. A blanket he took from her and took a while giving back. Please pray for her. She feels like something is odd about someone not taking things seriously.
 
We join with you in prayer for this woman and we thank God for the discernment He is giving her, for that feeling that something is odd is often the Holy Spirit warning us to guard our hearts.

We agree with her that she does not need to respond back to this man on social media. It is wise and biblical to set clear boundaries with someone who does not act like a believer, who likes to drink, and who mocks what is serious to her. The word says in 2 Corinthians 6:14 Do not be unequally yoked with unbelievers, for what fellowship has righteousness and iniquity, or what fellowship has light with darkness. And in 1 Corinthians 15:33 Do not be deceived, evil companionships corrupt good morals. A man who downplays and makes fun of something serious she experienced is not showing the love that God calls us to, for love is patient and is kind and does not behave itself inappropriately as we read in 1 Corinthians 13:4-5, and Proverbs 17:5 reminds us that mocking is not from wisdom.

We also want to address the matter of the sage burning and crystals that he says hold power. We rebuke this in the name of Jesus because this is not harmless, it is participation in practices that God forbids. The Scripture says in Deuteronomy 18:10-12 There shall not be found with you anyone who makes his son or his daughter to pass through the fire, one who uses divination, one who practices sorcery, or an enchanter, or a sorcerer, or a charmer, or a consulter with a familiar spirit, or a wizard, or a necromancer, for whoever does these things is an abomination to Yahweh. And in Isaiah 8:19 we are warned not to consult mediums and spiritists. Crystals hold no power, sage holds no power, only God holds all power as it says in 1 Chronicles 29:11 Yours, Yahweh, is the greatness, the power, the glory, the victory, and the majesty. To seek power from created things is idolatry and opens a door to deception. The enemy prowls as it says in 1 Peter 5:8 Be sober and self-controlled, be watchful, your adversary the devil walks around like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour.

We affirm that she was right to get rid of the gifts he gave her, including the shoes, and we see that returning what is not of God is biblical. In Acts 19:19 many of those who practiced magical arts brought their books together and burned them in the sight of all. She is not obligated to keep gifts that tie her to someone who does not honor God, and she is right to notice that taking her blanket and delaying its return shows a lack of respect and a desire to maintain control. We encourage her to keep that boundary firmly and to not feel guilt for not responding, for Proverbs 4:23 says Keep your heart with all diligence, for out of it is the wellspring of life.

We also notice that drinking as a lifestyle is warned against in Ephesians 5:18 Do not be drunken with wine, in which is dissipation, but be filled with the Spirit, and in Proverbs 20:1 Wine is a mocker and beer is a brawler, whoever is led astray by them is not wise. This is another sign that this man is not walking with the Lord and would not be a godly spouse. We believe marriage is a lifelong covenant between a man and a woman before God, and any courtship should be with the goal of marriage to another Christian believer who loves Jesus and will cherish and protect her. This man is not that.

We also gently share that it is only through the name of Jesus Christ that we have access to God and that we are saved. It is not enough to be a believer in general, we must believe in Jesus. As it says in John 14:6 Jesus said to him, I am the way, the truth, and the life, no one comes to the Father, except through me. And in Acts 4:12 There is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven that is given among men, by which we must be saved. If she has not already, we encourage her to place her full trust in Jesus, confessing with her mouth as Romans 10:9 says that if you will confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord, and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.

We now pray together for her.

Father in heaven, we lift this precious daughter to You in the name of Jesus. We thank You that You saw the serious thing she experienced today and that You do not downplay it or mock it, for You are near to the brokenhearted as Psalm 34:18 says Yahweh is near to those who have a broken heart, and saves those who have a crushed spirit. Heal her heart, Lord, and bind up her wounds as Psalm 147:3 promises. Give her Your peace that surpasses all understanding to guard her heart and mind in Christ Jesus as Philippians 4:7 says. Grant her wisdom liberally as James 1:5 promises, to see clearly, to keep boundaries without guilt, and to walk away from darkness and have no fellowship with the unfruitful deeds of darkness as Ephesians 5:11 says. Protect her from any spiritual harm from those occult objects and practices, cleanse her home and her heart by the blood of Jesus, and surround her with godly counsel and friends who will take her seriously and honor You. Help her to keep her eyes on You, to seek first Your Kingdom, and to trust that You will guide her to a godly spouse in Your timing if it is Your will for her to marry, a man who loves You and will love her as Christ loves the church. We ask all this in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, amen.

We encourage her to continue to block or ignore contact without apology, to stay in the Word daily, to pray for discernment to test the spirits as 1 John 4:1 says, and to stay close to a local Bible believing church where she can be supported. We praise God that she is listening to that quiet warning inside, for God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-control as 2 Timothy 1:7 says.
 
We are glad you brought her to us and we are praying with you for her.

It makes sense she would feel unsettled after opening up about something serious today and having it downplayed and even made fun of. That can feel lonely and confusing, and it is understandable she would pause and wonder if something is off. We also hear that she has noticed real differences in how this man lives and what he puts his trust in, and that she has chosen to let go of the gifts and not keep the conversation going. Wanting that space makes a lot of sense.

One thing that can help in a moment like this is remembering that not responding is itself a complete and respectful choice. Boundaries are a little like property lines, they help us know what is ours to carry and what is not, and they protect our freedom to give a clear yes or a clear no without guilt. If replying feels pressured, it is okay to leave the message alone and to use the mute or block tools if that helps her keep that space. It can also help to let one trusted friend, family member or pastor know what she is doing so she is not holding the decision alone.

Father, we lift this woman to You. Comfort her after what she faced today, calm her heart and give her wisdom for each next step. Surround her with safe, steady people who listen well and take her seriously, and draw her close to Your care and direction. In Jesus name, amen.
 
Lord Jesus please richly bless, protect and guide them. Please help them in accordance with your perfect will Father. Thank you and praise you. In your holy name I pray. Amen.
 
We have brought your burden before the Lord and we thank Him for the sound sense He has given you in this matter. There is indeed something odd, and something grievous, about a man who cannot take serious things seriously, who makes light of what weighs heavily upon your heart. Such levity is no small fault. It reveals the heart.

You have judged rightly that this is not the yoke fellow for you. The Scripture says, Be ye not unequally yoked together with unbelievers. When two are yoked together they must pull together, step together, and bear the burden together. The Lord Jesus teaches us that a true yokefellow looks round for his companion and adjusts his neck so that he may bear his part without distressing the other. This man has done the opposite. He has downplayed your sorrow, mocked what was serious to you, and left you to pull the weight alone. That is not the spirit of Christ, and it is not the mark of one who will walk faithfully beside you in the Lord.

You are right also to be troubled by his ways. The drinking, the burning of sage, the collecting of crystals and the claim that they hold power, all of this is not the fruit of faith in Christ. Power belongs to Christ alone, and to seek it in created things is to turn away from the living God. Salvation is through Jesus Christ alone, and peace is found under His yoke, not in such vanities. To see these things clearly and to turn from them is wisdom.

We commend the steps you have taken. To not answer again on social media, to put away the gifts which were tokens of an unequal yoke, to notice how even a small thing like the taking and slow returning of a blanket showed a lack of care and respect, these are signs that the Lord is giving you discernment. Guard that discernment. Keep the boundary you have drawn. Do not feel pressed to respond or to explain further. A quiet and firm separation is often the most merciful course for both souls. Seek the counsel and company of godly women and of your pastor, walk closely with the church, and keep yourself under the easy yoke of Christ, whose burden is light.

We pray for you now, that the Lord will heal any hurt left by being mocked in a serious hour, that He will keep you from all confusion and from every snare of false spirituality, that He will give you peace in refusing what would have been a hard and unequal yoke, and that He will draw you nearer to Himself where true power and true comfort are found. We pray also for this man, that he may be brought to repentance and to simple faith in Christ, turning from drink and from vain notions of power in crystals to the only power that saves.

May the Lord keep your heart with all diligence, and may you find that to bear the yoke of Christ is rest indeed.
 
May God in Jesus' name answer your prayer request according to God's perfect love, wisdom, will, timing, grace, and mercy. God is so in love with you. Be Encouraged!

Psalm 37:4: Delight yourself in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart.
Matthew 6:33: But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.

🙏Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. Thank You for loving me, Jesus. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name please bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. God bless me to prosper, walk in excellent health, and never stop growing in the love, grace, wisdom, and knowledge of Christ Jesus. God bless me to know You in truth, fall in love with You with all my heart, mind, soul, body, and strength and never fall out of love with You. God, bless me to have an ever growing closer stronger, more intimate relationship with You. Bless me with the love, desire, strength, and the spirit of obedience to always delight myself in You, seek first Your kingdom, Your righteousness, and to always respect and obey You. Bless me to know You, the way You want me to know You. So that I will trust You with my life and anyway that You move in my life. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, lean not to my own understanding, acknowledge You in all my ways, and allow You to direct my footsteps and actions. Bless me with knowledge, wisdom, and understanding in all You have called me to do.

God heal me in every area of my life. Deliver and cleanse me of everything in my life that doesn't honor You. Transform and renew my mind. Bless me with love, power, and a sound mind. Let the mind that is in Christ Jesus be in me. Bless me to have and operate with a God-conscious-solution-focused-heart-mind-spirit-and-attitude. Bless me to have a God Kingdom Culture Mentality. God be with me as a mighty warrior. Let no weapon formed against me prosper. Protect me from all the plans of my enemies and the plans of the enemy of my soul. God, all that I have asked of You, in this prayer, please do the same for the writer of the prayer, all those who love and care about me, and all those I love and care about. God, please forever honor this prayer over each of our lives. God Thank You. Amen, so be it by faith, and by faith, it is so. Prayer written by The Encourager-Prayer Warrior-Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach. www.theencourager.net

Heal Me Lord Jesus Spirit, Soul, And Body
 
We have heard your request and we are praying for you. Thank you for sharing what happened with such honesty.

What you are sensing is right and worth paying attention to. When someone does not take something serious seriously, and even makes light of it, that shows a lack of care and respect. Love, as Scripture describes it, does not mock or dismiss another person in a vulnerable moment. It listens, it honors, and it seeks to protect.

It is also wise to notice the other patterns you described. A life marked by drinking, and by practices like burning sage and trusting in crystals for power, is not walking in the way of Christ. The Bible is clear that true spiritual power and protection come from God alone through Jesus Christ, not from objects or rituals. Crystals do not hold spiritual power, and turning to them can open the door to confusion instead of peace. God calls His people to turn away from those things and to find renewal and cleansing in Him alone, washing away what is old and being made new by His grace and by repentance.

Choosing not to respond on social media, and choosing to remove gifts that tied you to this person, are understandable and healthy boundaries. You do not need to feel guilty for stepping back from communication that leaves you feeling dismissed or unsafe. It is also good that you got your blanket back. Taking a long time to return something that belongs to you is another sign that this person has not treated you or your boundaries with respect.

We are praying for you in this way. Father, we lift this woman to You in the name of Jesus, the only way to salvation and true peace. We ask You to comfort her after the serious thing she experienced today, to heal any hurt from being made fun of, and to give her clear wisdom and discernment. Guard her heart and mind, surround her with godly community, and help her to walk in what is pure and true. Renew her strength and make her confident in Your love, and guide her steps away from what is harmful and toward what brings life. Help her to stay rooted in Your Word, in prayer, and in fellowship with believers who will take her seriously and point her to Christ.

If you have a trusted pastor or mature believing women in your church, we encourage you to share more with them in person so they can support you and help you keep these healthy boundaries. Continue to seek the Lord, keep your social media boundaries firm, and do not feel pressured to reopen contact. God sees what happened, He takes your pain seriously, and He is faithful to lead you into peace and wholeness as you trust Him.
 

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