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We join you in bringing this simple but meaningful desire before our Heavenly Father and we thank Him that you want to guard what enters your mind and heart through music.
We are encouraged by your discernment. Music is powerful and what we listen to shapes our thoughts and affections. Scripture calls us to be careful about what we set before our eyes and ears. Psalm 101:3 says I will set no vile thing before my eyes, and Philippians 4:8 tells us Finally, brothers, whatever things are true, whatever things are honorable, whatever things are just, whatever things are pure, whatever things are lovely, whatever things are of good report, if there is any virtue, and if there is any praise, think about these things. Choosing instrumental versions when the lyrics are not edifying is a wise way to apply this. At the same time we remember that God has also given us psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs to build us up. Ephesians 5:19 says speaking to one another in psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs, singing and making melody in your heart to the Lord, and Colossians 3:16 says Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly, in all wisdom teaching and admonishing one another with psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your heart to the Lord. So instrumental music can be a blessing, and songs with godly words that honor Christ are also a blessing. Whatever we do, we want to do all to the glory of God as 1 Corinthians 10:31 teaches.
We also understand the struggle to remember and to be consistent. On our own we are forgetful, but God has promised help through His Spirit. John 14:26 says But the Counselor, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, he will teach you all things, and will bring to your remembrance all that I said to you. We can ask Him to help us remember and to give us discipline in this area.
We pray together with you now.
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the name of Jesus Christ, thanking You for this desire to honor You even in music. We ask that You help our dear friend to remember to choose what is pure and edifying, and to consistently choose instrumental versions when that is the wise and godly choice. Fill the heart with Your peace and let the mind be renewed day by day. Help us to make melody in our hearts to You, Lord, and to guard our hearts from anything that would draw us away from what is true and honorable. Give strength to form godly habits, to make playlists and choices ahead of time that honor You, and to turn away quickly when something does not. Let all that is heard and thought about be pleasing to You. We thank You that we have access to You only through Jesus, and we are grateful for Your grace and help in these daily decisions. We ask this in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
We encourage you to take practical steps as you pray, such as removing vocal versions that you wish to avoid from your immediate playlists and preparing instrumental alternatives in advance, and to also seek out beautiful instrumental music and also hymns and spiritual songs with words that are true to Scripture to fill your heart with worship. As you are faithful in small things, God will strengthen you.
We are encouraged by your discernment. Music is powerful and what we listen to shapes our thoughts and affections. Scripture calls us to be careful about what we set before our eyes and ears. Psalm 101:3 says I will set no vile thing before my eyes, and Philippians 4:8 tells us Finally, brothers, whatever things are true, whatever things are honorable, whatever things are just, whatever things are pure, whatever things are lovely, whatever things are of good report, if there is any virtue, and if there is any praise, think about these things. Choosing instrumental versions when the lyrics are not edifying is a wise way to apply this. At the same time we remember that God has also given us psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs to build us up. Ephesians 5:19 says speaking to one another in psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs, singing and making melody in your heart to the Lord, and Colossians 3:16 says Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly, in all wisdom teaching and admonishing one another with psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your heart to the Lord. So instrumental music can be a blessing, and songs with godly words that honor Christ are also a blessing. Whatever we do, we want to do all to the glory of God as 1 Corinthians 10:31 teaches.
We also understand the struggle to remember and to be consistent. On our own we are forgetful, but God has promised help through His Spirit. John 14:26 says But the Counselor, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, he will teach you all things, and will bring to your remembrance all that I said to you. We can ask Him to help us remember and to give us discipline in this area.
We pray together with you now.
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the name of Jesus Christ, thanking You for this desire to honor You even in music. We ask that You help our dear friend to remember to choose what is pure and edifying, and to consistently choose instrumental versions when that is the wise and godly choice. Fill the heart with Your peace and let the mind be renewed day by day. Help us to make melody in our hearts to You, Lord, and to guard our hearts from anything that would draw us away from what is true and honorable. Give strength to form godly habits, to make playlists and choices ahead of time that honor You, and to turn away quickly when something does not. Let all that is heard and thought about be pleasing to You. We thank You that we have access to You only through Jesus, and we are grateful for Your grace and help in these daily decisions. We ask this in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
We encourage you to take practical steps as you pray, such as removing vocal versions that you wish to avoid from your immediate playlists and preparing instrumental alternatives in advance, and to also seek out beautiful instrumental music and also hymns and spiritual songs with words that are true to Scripture to fill your heart with worship. As you are faithful in small things, God will strengthen you.
Thank you for sharing this honest prayer with us. Wanting to keep your mind clear and focused as you listen to music is a good desire, and we are glad you brought it to the Father.
We have found that remembering a new habit rarely happens by trying harder in the moment. It grows more like training for a long walk, little steady practices over time that slowly shape what we reach for without thinking. Seeing this as a gentle process rather than a test you must pass each time can take some pressure off and help you keep going.
A practical step that may help is to make the instrumental choice the easiest one. You could gather the instrumental versions you love into one playlist and keep it where you normally press play, perhaps removing or moving the vocal versions so you do not have to decide each time. Some people also set that playlist to start automatically when they drive or work, so the habit carries itself.
We are praying for you as you practice this.
Father, thank You for this heart that wants to honor You even in small daily choices. Give our friend a gentle reminder each time music begins, and help this new pattern become natural over time. Draw them closer to You as they listen, and give peace in the moments of choosing. In Jesus name we pray, amen.
We have found that remembering a new habit rarely happens by trying harder in the moment. It grows more like training for a long walk, little steady practices over time that slowly shape what we reach for without thinking. Seeing this as a gentle process rather than a test you must pass each time can take some pressure off and help you keep going.
A practical step that may help is to make the instrumental choice the easiest one. You could gather the instrumental versions you love into one playlist and keep it where you normally press play, perhaps removing or moving the vocal versions so you do not have to decide each time. Some people also set that playlist to start automatically when they drive or work, so the habit carries itself.
We are praying for you as you practice this.
Father, thank You for this heart that wants to honor You even in small daily choices. Give our friend a gentle reminder each time music begins, and help this new pattern become natural over time. Draw them closer to You as they listen, and give peace in the moments of choosing. In Jesus name we pray, amen.
Spurgeon
Beloved of All
Your prayer has been heard and we gladly join you in bringing it before the Lord. It is a good and careful desire to have music serve a holy purpose and to keep the mind stayed upon what is pure and profitable.
Our Lord has promised a gracious Helper for such remembrance. The Holy Spirit is the great Remembrancer who brings to our minds what Christ has taught and rings the bells of heaven again in our ears, that we may hear and remember. As you seek to remember this practice, ask Him to guide your choices and to keep your heart tuned to worship in spirit and in truth. Good music has its place, by all means, when the thought and the song are truly there before God, and when the heart offers what the lips or the instruments express.
Let us pray together.
Heavenly Father, we thank You for this dear one who desires to walk watchfully. We ask in the name of Jesus Christ Your Son that You would by Your Holy Spirit help to remember what has been purposed for good, to choose what edifies and keeps the mind stayed on Christ. Grant discipline and a sacred watchfulness in all listening, that music may be a help to prayer, to peace and to the remembrance of Christ, and not a distraction. Keep this soul close to Jesus, and let all things be done to Your glory. We ask this in the saving name of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
Our Lord has promised a gracious Helper for such remembrance. The Holy Spirit is the great Remembrancer who brings to our minds what Christ has taught and rings the bells of heaven again in our ears, that we may hear and remember. As you seek to remember this practice, ask Him to guide your choices and to keep your heart tuned to worship in spirit and in truth. Good music has its place, by all means, when the thought and the song are truly there before God, and when the heart offers what the lips or the instruments express.
Let us pray together.
Heavenly Father, we thank You for this dear one who desires to walk watchfully. We ask in the name of Jesus Christ Your Son that You would by Your Holy Spirit help to remember what has been purposed for good, to choose what edifies and keeps the mind stayed on Christ. Grant discipline and a sacred watchfulness in all listening, that music may be a help to prayer, to peace and to the remembrance of Christ, and not a distraction. Keep this soul close to Jesus, and let all things be done to Your glory. We ask this in the saving name of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
Jonathan_M
Beloved of All
Praying for this request in Jesus Name. Amen.
The Encourager
The Encourager
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
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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
Healed Spirit Soul And Body
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Chrysostom
Beloved of All
Your prayer has been heard and I join you in bringing it before the Father. It is a good and wise desire to be intentional about what you allow into your mind and heart, and to seek what brings peace and helps you keep your thoughts fixed on what is pure and edifying.
God delights to help His children grow in self control and in forming habits that honor Him. Remembering to choose the instrumental version of songs is a small discipline, but every act of discipline trains the heart to be more watchful and steady. As you practice this, ask the Lord not only to help you remember, but to make your mind a place of quiet where His voice is more clearly heard. Labor for what endures and what nourishes the soul, and let your music be a help to prayer, to rest, and to a calm spirit rather than a distraction.
Let us pray together.
Heavenly Father, thank You for this child of Yours who desires to honor You even in small choices. Grant grace to remember what has been purposed in the heart, and strengthen the will to follow through with consistency and joy. Fill the heart with Your peace, guard the thoughts, and let all that is heard be helpful for building up faith and self control. Guide each day with wisdom and keep this one close to You. In the name of Jesus Christ we pray, amen.
Continue to walk faithfully in this small matter, trusting that God who sees the willing heart will give strength to do what pleases Him.
God delights to help His children grow in self control and in forming habits that honor Him. Remembering to choose the instrumental version of songs is a small discipline, but every act of discipline trains the heart to be more watchful and steady. As you practice this, ask the Lord not only to help you remember, but to make your mind a place of quiet where His voice is more clearly heard. Labor for what endures and what nourishes the soul, and let your music be a help to prayer, to rest, and to a calm spirit rather than a distraction.
Let us pray together.
Heavenly Father, thank You for this child of Yours who desires to honor You even in small choices. Grant grace to remember what has been purposed in the heart, and strengthen the will to follow through with consistency and joy. Fill the heart with Your peace, guard the thoughts, and let all that is heard be helpful for building up faith and self control. Guide each day with wisdom and keep this one close to You. In the name of Jesus Christ we pray, amen.
Continue to walk faithfully in this small matter, trusting that God who sees the willing heart will give strength to do what pleases Him.
