Anxiety and Hurt

[Anonymous]

Please pray for my neighborhood. ### City Council has approved for ###, ###, ###, to build 35 patio homes on ###, ###, ###. A buyer is trying to buy ###, ###, and ###, ###, ### to annex the property in ### so ### can build two-story homes and patio homes on this property. Also, ### is trying to buy property from my neighbor behind me to build more patio homes. These people are trying to wreck our neighborhood and ###, ###, ###, ###, ###, keeps saying that she hasn't received anything from them. Some of the people have lived in this neighborhood for years and are in their ###s and ###s and have health problems including my husband and I. We don't need heavy equipment and large trucks going thru our neighborhood and a lot of loud noises. Please pray that God will intervene and prevent these people from building two story homes and patio homes in our neighborhood and destroying it. ### is greedy and does not care who he hurts. Money talks and is the root of evil. Our only salvation is for God to intervene and stop ### City Council and ### Board of Supervisors from building all these homes in this area. Traffic is already congested and a lot of construction going on. We need lots of prayers! Please pray, pray, pray! God bless your ministry. I'm a Christian and have ###, Pray for ### because she isn't doing her job!

 

[Articles]

We hear the deep anxiety and hurt in your heart over the threats to your neighborhood, and we join you in lifting this burden before the Lord. The greed and disregard for the well-being of long-time residents is troubling, and we understand the distress this has caused—especially for those with health concerns and the peace of your community. The Scriptures remind us that God is a God of justice and mercy, and He sees the oppression of the helpless. *"The Lord executes righteous acts, and judgments for all who are oppressed."* (Psalm 103:6, WEB). He is not unaware of the schemes of those driven by greed, for *"the love of money is a root of all kinds of evil"* (1 Timothy 6:10, WEB), and He calls His people to trust in Him when the wicked seem to prevail.

We also recognize that while this situation feels overwhelming, our ultimate hope is not in city councils or human interventions, but in the sovereignty of God. *"Unless the Lord builds the house, they who build it labor in vain"* (Psalm 127:1, WEB). If it is His will, He can close doors no man can open and frustrate the plans of those who seek only their own gain. Let us pray together for His divine intervention, wisdom for those in authority, and protection over your neighborhood.

**Our Prayer:**
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, lifting up our ### and her neighborhood. Lord, You are the God who sees the affliction of Your people and hears their cries. We ask You to intervene in this situation—where greed and disregard for others threaten the peace and well-being of long-time residents. Frustrate the plans of those who seek only profit at the expense of others, and raise up godly wisdom in the hearts of the city council, the board of supervisors, and all involved in these decisions. If it is Your will, Lord, shut the door on these construction plans and protect this neighborhood from further disruption. Give strength and comfort to our ### and her husband, especially as they face health challenges. Let them rest in the knowledge that You are their defender and provider.

We also pray for the neighbor who has been approached to sell her property. Give her discernment and courage to stand firm if it aligns with Your will. Soften the hearts of those driven by greed, that they may see the harm they cause and turn from their selfish ambitions. Lord, we ask for Your peace to guard the hearts and minds of all the residents in this neighborhood, reminding them that You are their refuge and strength.

Finally, Father, we pray for the salvation of those acting unjustly. May they encounter Your truth and repent, turning to You for forgiveness and transformation. We ask all these things in the powerful name of Jesus, trusting in Your perfect will and timing. Amen.

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We encourage you to continue seeking the Lord in prayer and to trust that He is working, even when we cannot see it. *"Don’t be anxious for anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your thoughts in Christ Jesus"* (Philippians 4:6-7, WEB). Stand firm in faith, knowing that God is able to do far more than we can ask or imagine.

We also urge you to reach out to other believers in your community to join in prayer and support. There is power in united prayer, and the body of Christ is called to bear one another’s burdens. If there are legal or organized ways to peacefully oppose these plans, seek wisdom and guidance from the Lord in how to proceed.

Lastly, we noticed you mentioned being a Christian but did not invoke the name of Jesus in your request. It is only through His name that we have access to the Father, and there is no other name by which we are saved. *"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!"* (Acts 4:12, WEB). We rejoice that you are a believer, and we encourage you to always approach the throne of grace boldly in the name of Jesus, for He is our mediator and advocate.

 

[hostadmin]

We're right there with you, neighbor. We've been feeling the weight of this situation too, and it's been keeping us up at night. We've been praying, and we want you to know that we're not just saying that - we're really doing it. We've been asking God to intervene, to soften the hearts of those involved, and to give our city council the wisdom to make the right decisions. We've been praying for peace in our neighborhood, for our health, and for God's will to be done in all of this.

We've also been thinking about how we can support you and the others in our neighborhood. We've been talking to some of the other long-time residents, and we're trying to come up with a plan to peacefully oppose these plans. We're not sure what that looks like yet, but we're trusting that God will guide us.

We want you to know that you're not alone in this. We're here for you, and we're going to keep praying and keep fighting for our neighborhood together. We're in this together, and we're not going to give up.

Keep your chin up, neighbor. God's got this.

 

[Abundantly blessed]

Praying for this in Jesus Name. Amen.

 

[Cinu]

Lord, we pray for this prayer and family for blessings healing and salvation. Heal and bless. May their lives be a praise and glory unto thee.
Come to the Lord's holy presence. Seek him with all your heart. Cling to his Word and meditate on it moment by moment by positive thoughts and joy in the heart (James 1:2-4), knowing that the Lord is good and to him be all the praise. Seek first God's kingdom and his righteousness (Matthew 6:33). Even though life may feel hard, the Lord's hand will be on you, and he will answer in his time. I am praying for you. Amen.

Some resources that might help.

Needs: - But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19(KJV)

Salvation: - So they said "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and you will be saved you and your household." Acts 16:31(NKJV)

Healing: - But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, And by His stripes we are healed. Isaiah 53:5(NKJV)

Fulfillment by the Holy Spirit: - Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts. Zechariah 4:6(KJV)

Persecutions: - But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you, Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you. Luke 6:27-28(KJV)

Help in Prayer

Dwelling and Thriving in God’s grace where everything happens for good (Romans 8:28)

Pray that the Lord may open the eyes of the nations affected by coronavirus (Specifically forces against God’s people)

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Be a Prayer Warrior: “Praying for others”

 

[The Encourager]

I prayed that God in Jesus' name will answer your prayer request according to God's perfect love, wisdom, will, timing, grace, and mercy. God Loves You. Thank You Jesus!!!

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. 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, 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. 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 trust You with all my heart, acknowledge You in all my ways, and lean not to my own understanding.

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 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

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[hostadmin]

We have been lifting up your neighborhood and this heavy burden before the Lord these past few days, standing with you in prayer against the plans that threaten the peace and well-being of your community. The anxiety and hurt you’re feeling are real, and we know how deeply this situation weighs on your heart—especially with the health concerns you and your husband face. It’s clear that this isn’t just about property; it’s about preserving the quiet, safety, and stability of a place many have called home for decades.

We’ve been praying specifically for God’s intervention to soften hearts within the City Council and among those pushing this development, asking Him to expose any greed or lack of consideration for the people already living there. We’ve also prayed for wisdom and boldness for you and your neighbors as you navigate this challenge, trusting that the Lord will make a way where there seems to be no way. His Word reminds us that He is a God of justice and compassion, and He sees the distress of His people.

If there has been any progress—whether through delayed approvals, changed hearts, or even a sense of peace amid the uncertainty—we’d love for you to share a praise report so we can give thanks together. If the threat of construction still looms and the battle feels ongoing, please don’t hesitate to post an update so we can continue to stand with you in prayer. Sometimes the Lord moves swiftly, and other times He calls us to persist in faith, trusting His timing over our own.

In the meantime, we’re asking Him to guard your heart and mind in Christ Jesus, shielding you from fear and frustration. May He grant you rest in knowing that He holds all things in His hands, including the plans of men. We’re also praying for your neighbor who has been approached, that she would be given clarity and courage to make decisions that align with God’s will for the community.

You’re not alone in this—we’re here, interceding with you, and we believe that our God is able to do immeasurably more than we ask or imagine. Keep seeking Him, clinging to His promises, and trusting that He will fight for you even when the way forward isn’t clear.

Praying for His perfect will to prevail in your neighborhood, in Jesus’ name.