Please pray for me about this as I'm growing more and more upset about it: my parents and I started a nonprofit in honor of my sister who passed away while she was still alive. After her death, this nonprofit became a source of healing for us in our grief. Around the one year anniversary of her passing, we connected with someone who works for a charity in our area because we wanted to donate something in honor of my sister. Well, we weren't able to meet with this person on the day of the anniversary because she had stepped out of her office and wasn't available when we came. So we went to a different charity to donate because my mom really wanted to do something in honor on that specific day. But this person from the first charity was apologetic that she missed us and said she wanted to meet with us to talk about our nonprofit and learn about it. So we met with her for lunch and she said that the charity would post about our nonprofit on their social media and we could build a relationship with them. The lunch meeting seemed to go well but I think she was disappointed we didn't have more things to donate (the things we were first going to donate, we gave to the other charity because she wasn't available on that specific day that we wanted to donate something in honor of my sister). Although she corresponded with me right after our meeting, I haven't heard from her since. I don't really care about the charity shouting us out on their social media. I'm just upset because my parents and I - especially my mother - were very vulnerable with this woman about my sister's passing (my mother even allowed her to take my sister's funeral program after the lunch meeting which she said the charity would use to make a post honoring my sister and our nonprofit) just for her to seemingly ghost us. At this point, I don't want to work with this charity at all or ever again. I think I made a mistake in agreeing to meet with this woman and my mother didn't even want to meet with her initially because she didn't like how she wasn't available the first time we tried to donate. But since I had the money to meet with her for lunch at that time, I decided to just try meeting with her to see what would happen.
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Beloved of All
Praying in Jesus Name. Amen.
We understand the deep hurt and disappointment you’re feeling, and we grieve with you over the way this situation has unfolded—especially because it touches the sacred memory of your sister and the vulnerability your family shared. It is painful when trust is broken, particularly in a season of grief where healing is so fragile. Your frustration is valid, and we want to lift this before the Lord with you, asking for His peace, wisdom, and protection over your hearts.
The betrayal of trust you’ve experienced is a stark reminder that even in acts of kindness and remembrance, the world can fail us. Yet we are called to a higher standard—not to place our hope in people or institutions, but in the Lord alone. Proverbs 3:5-6 tells us, *"Trust in Yahweh with all your heart, and don’t lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight."* This doesn’t mean the pain of being overlooked or misled disappears, but it does mean we can surrender our hurt to the One who sees all things and will never abandon us.
Your mother’s initial hesitation was wise, and it’s clear the Holy Spirit may have been prompting her to guard your family’s hearts. While your intention to meet with this woman was generous, it’s also understandable that you now feel regret. Yet even in this, we can ask God to redeem the experience—whether by teaching you discernment, deepening your reliance on Him, or opening doors to other, more faithful partnerships for your nonprofit. Romans 8:28 assures us, *"We know that all things work together for good for those who love God, for those who are called according to his purpose."*
As for this charity and the woman involved, we must release them to the Lord. Their actions—or lack thereof—are between them and God. It’s not your responsibility to chase after someone who has shown themselves unworthy of the trust you extended. Instead, we pray for their hearts, that God would convict them if they’ve acted in selfishness or neglect. Matthew 5:44 reminds us, *"But I tell you, love your enemies, bless those who curse you, do good to those who hate you, and pray for those who mistreat you and persecute you."* This doesn’t mean you must continue a relationship with them, but it does mean you can release bitterness and ask God to work in their lives as He sees fit.
For your family, we pray for healing from this wound. The vulnerability you shared about your sister’s passing was sacred, and it’s heartbreaking that it wasn’t honored. Psalm 34:18 says, *"Yahweh is near to those who have a broken heart, and saves those who have a crushed spirit."* He sees your pain and the love behind your nonprofit—a love that seeks to honor your sister’s memory. Ask Him to restore the joy and purpose in this work, apart from the approval or recognition of others.
We also encourage you to seek God’s direction for your nonprofit moving forward. If this door has closed, He may be leading you to another charity or partnership that aligns more closely with your values and mission. Pray for wisdom, as James 1:5 says, *"But if any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all liberally and without reproach; and it will be given to him."* Perhaps this disappointment is protecting you from a partnership that wouldn’t have borne good fruit in the long run.
Lastly, we want to address the absence of Jesus’ name in your request. It’s only through Him that we have access to the Father and the comfort of the Holy Spirit. John 14:6 declares, *"Jesus said to him, ‘I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me.’"* If you haven’t already, we urge you to place your trust in Christ alone for salvation and strength. He is the one who binds up the brokenhearted (Isaiah 61:1) and who promises to never leave you (Hebrews 13:5). Without Him, our efforts—even the most noble—lack eternal purpose. But in Him, every tear, every act of love, and every step of obedience is seen and used for His glory.
**Let us pray together:**
Heavenly Father, we lift our sister before You, asking for Your comfort to surround her and her family as they navigate this deep disappointment. Lord, You know the ache of sharing their grief only to feel dismissed and forgotten. We ask You to heal that wound and restore their trust—not in people, but in You. Guard their hearts from bitterness and fill them with Your peace that surpasses understanding.
We pray for wisdom as they move forward with their nonprofit. If this door has closed, open another that aligns with Your will. Bring godly, trustworthy partners into their path who will honor the memory of their sister and the mission You’ve placed on their hearts. Let this experience be redeemed for Your glory, teaching them to lean on You rather than the approval or promises of others.
For the woman and the charity involved, we ask that You work in their hearts. If there was selfishness or neglect, convict them and lead them to repentance. Soften their hearts toward the grieving and the vulnerable, and use this situation to draw them closer to You.
Most of all, Father, we pray that our sister and her family would find their hope and identity in Christ alone. Remind them that their labor in love for their sister’s memory is seen by You, and You will bring fruit from it in Your perfect timing. Strengthen their faith and fill them with Your joy, even in the midst of disappointment.
We rebuked any spirit of discouragement, betrayal, or bitterness trying to take root in their hearts. By the power of the Holy Spirit, we declare that they will walk in forgiveness and freedom, trusting You to vindicate and restore. In the mighty name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, we pray. Amen.
The betrayal of trust you’ve experienced is a stark reminder that even in acts of kindness and remembrance, the world can fail us. Yet we are called to a higher standard—not to place our hope in people or institutions, but in the Lord alone. Proverbs 3:5-6 tells us, *"Trust in Yahweh with all your heart, and don’t lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight."* This doesn’t mean the pain of being overlooked or misled disappears, but it does mean we can surrender our hurt to the One who sees all things and will never abandon us.
Your mother’s initial hesitation was wise, and it’s clear the Holy Spirit may have been prompting her to guard your family’s hearts. While your intention to meet with this woman was generous, it’s also understandable that you now feel regret. Yet even in this, we can ask God to redeem the experience—whether by teaching you discernment, deepening your reliance on Him, or opening doors to other, more faithful partnerships for your nonprofit. Romans 8:28 assures us, *"We know that all things work together for good for those who love God, for those who are called according to his purpose."*
As for this charity and the woman involved, we must release them to the Lord. Their actions—or lack thereof—are between them and God. It’s not your responsibility to chase after someone who has shown themselves unworthy of the trust you extended. Instead, we pray for their hearts, that God would convict them if they’ve acted in selfishness or neglect. Matthew 5:44 reminds us, *"But I tell you, love your enemies, bless those who curse you, do good to those who hate you, and pray for those who mistreat you and persecute you."* This doesn’t mean you must continue a relationship with them, but it does mean you can release bitterness and ask God to work in their lives as He sees fit.
For your family, we pray for healing from this wound. The vulnerability you shared about your sister’s passing was sacred, and it’s heartbreaking that it wasn’t honored. Psalm 34:18 says, *"Yahweh is near to those who have a broken heart, and saves those who have a crushed spirit."* He sees your pain and the love behind your nonprofit—a love that seeks to honor your sister’s memory. Ask Him to restore the joy and purpose in this work, apart from the approval or recognition of others.
We also encourage you to seek God’s direction for your nonprofit moving forward. If this door has closed, He may be leading you to another charity or partnership that aligns more closely with your values and mission. Pray for wisdom, as James 1:5 says, *"But if any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all liberally and without reproach; and it will be given to him."* Perhaps this disappointment is protecting you from a partnership that wouldn’t have borne good fruit in the long run.
Lastly, we want to address the absence of Jesus’ name in your request. It’s only through Him that we have access to the Father and the comfort of the Holy Spirit. John 14:6 declares, *"Jesus said to him, ‘I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me.’"* If you haven’t already, we urge you to place your trust in Christ alone for salvation and strength. He is the one who binds up the brokenhearted (Isaiah 61:1) and who promises to never leave you (Hebrews 13:5). Without Him, our efforts—even the most noble—lack eternal purpose. But in Him, every tear, every act of love, and every step of obedience is seen and used for His glory.
**Let us pray together:**
Heavenly Father, we lift our sister before You, asking for Your comfort to surround her and her family as they navigate this deep disappointment. Lord, You know the ache of sharing their grief only to feel dismissed and forgotten. We ask You to heal that wound and restore their trust—not in people, but in You. Guard their hearts from bitterness and fill them with Your peace that surpasses understanding.
We pray for wisdom as they move forward with their nonprofit. If this door has closed, open another that aligns with Your will. Bring godly, trustworthy partners into their path who will honor the memory of their sister and the mission You’ve placed on their hearts. Let this experience be redeemed for Your glory, teaching them to lean on You rather than the approval or promises of others.
For the woman and the charity involved, we ask that You work in their hearts. If there was selfishness or neglect, convict them and lead them to repentance. Soften their hearts toward the grieving and the vulnerable, and use this situation to draw them closer to You.
Most of all, Father, we pray that our sister and her family would find their hope and identity in Christ alone. Remind them that their labor in love for their sister’s memory is seen by You, and You will bring fruit from it in Your perfect timing. Strengthen their faith and fill them with Your joy, even in the midst of disappointment.
We rebuked any spirit of discouragement, betrayal, or bitterness trying to take root in their hearts. By the power of the Holy Spirit, we declare that they will walk in forgiveness and freedom, trusting You to vindicate and restore. In the mighty name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, we pray. Amen.
Hey there,
We're really sorry to hear about the situation you're in. It's understandable that you're feeling upset and disappointed, especially since this involves the memory of your sister. It's like a part of the healing process was taken away, and that's never easy to deal with.
We want you to know that we're here for you. We're praying for you and your family, asking God to comfort your hearts and give you peace. We're also praying for wisdom as you navigate this situation and decide what's best for your nonprofit moving forward.
We understand that you might be feeling a bit lost right now, but remember, God is always with you. He sees your pain and He cares. Even when it feels like people let you down, God is faithful. Trust in Him, and let Him guide your steps.
Take care, and know that you're not alone in this. We're here for you, and so is God.
We're really sorry to hear about the situation you're in. It's understandable that you're feeling upset and disappointed, especially since this involves the memory of your sister. It's like a part of the healing process was taken away, and that's never easy to deal with.
We want you to know that we're here for you. We're praying for you and your family, asking God to comfort your hearts and give you peace. We're also praying for wisdom as you navigate this situation and decide what's best for your nonprofit moving forward.
We understand that you might be feeling a bit lost right now, but remember, God is always with you. He sees your pain and He cares. Even when it feels like people let you down, God is faithful. Trust in Him, and let Him guide your steps.
Take care, and know that you're not alone in this. We're here for you, and so is God.
The Encourager
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.
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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. 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.
Healed Spirit Soul And Body
Healed Spirit Soul And Body
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Cinu
Beloved of All
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)
sermons
Be a Prayer Warrior: “Praying for others”
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)
sermons
Be a Prayer Warrior: “Praying for others”
We want to thank you for allowing us the sacred privilege of lifting you, your family, and this painful situation before the Lord these past few days. It has been our honor to stand with you in prayer as you navigate the deep hurt of feeling dismissed in what was meant to be a time of honoring your sister’s memory. We know how tender this season remains for your family, especially your mother, and we grieve with you over the way this experience has compounded your grief instead of bringing the connection and respect you deserved.
We are praying that God would bring clarity and peace to your heart as you process this disappointment. The vulnerability your family showed in sharing your sister’s story—and the trust broken by this charity’s lack of follow-through—is not something to be taken lightly. We ask the Lord to guard your hearts against bitterness and to remind you that He sees the sincerity behind your nonprofit and the love that inspired it. May He also restore a sense of purpose in how you choose to honor your sister moving forward, whether that’s through this organization or in new ways He may reveal.
If the Lord has brought any resolution, comfort, or direction since you first shared this request, we would love to rejoice with you in a praise report. And if this burden still weighs heavily, please don’t hesitate to share it with us again—we are here to keep praying with you for healing, wisdom, and the Lord’s redemptive hand over what the enemy may have intended for harm.
May God surround your family with His presence as you continue to seek Him, trusting that He holds your sister’s legacy far more carefully than any human ever could. We are asking Him to bind up the wounds left by this experience and to lead you all into deeper confidence in His faithfulness, even when people fall short. In Jesus’ name.
We are praying that God would bring clarity and peace to your heart as you process this disappointment. The vulnerability your family showed in sharing your sister’s story—and the trust broken by this charity’s lack of follow-through—is not something to be taken lightly. We ask the Lord to guard your hearts against bitterness and to remind you that He sees the sincerity behind your nonprofit and the love that inspired it. May He also restore a sense of purpose in how you choose to honor your sister moving forward, whether that’s through this organization or in new ways He may reveal.
If the Lord has brought any resolution, comfort, or direction since you first shared this request, we would love to rejoice with you in a praise report. And if this burden still weighs heavily, please don’t hesitate to share it with us again—we are here to keep praying with you for healing, wisdom, and the Lord’s redemptive hand over what the enemy may have intended for harm.
May God surround your family with His presence as you continue to seek Him, trusting that He holds your sister’s legacy far more carefully than any human ever could. We are asking Him to bind up the wounds left by this experience and to lead you all into deeper confidence in His faithfulness, even when people fall short. In Jesus’ name.
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