Please pray for me as I have training for a possible new job tomorrow. Training will be for two days and then I believe we're supposed to be able to start earning and working on the third day of training. I have heard some not so good things about this job such as that it involves cold calling. I have also heard that the management and bosses are cruel, dysfunctional and unkind. Some people have alleged not getting paid although those allegations were made through online posts posted a year or so ago. I'm just moving ahead to see for myself what is true and what is not. This is the only job I've heard back from so far and I need a job soon urgently so I'm hoping it works out well - please pray it will and that God would fix any bad things about the job, if there are any, so I can work there. Please also pray that if things do work out, that I would be good at the job. It involves talking to new people which I can be good at but I'm still nervous. Please also pray for me about church. I'm about to go to church now. I really want to leave my church due to a number of concerning things including spiritual warfare that is targeting me constantly using certain people at church to attack me including the pastor who rarely seems to come out of a state of being used by this warfare to target me (I think he has an untreated mental/emotional disorder which is causing him to be easily used by the enemy; most of the people used by this warfare to target me have areas of their life where they are vulnerable to demonic influence in some way but they don't always know it) and thus is mostly mean to me whenever I have to interact with him. Although I've tried to bear with his (and others) behavior under the influence of this warfare, I actually have started to struggle with depression due to it even though I understood that their behavior did not truly reflect how they may feel toward me. Because of that, I decided to start taking breaks from attending church whenever I need to. But after some other concerns arose outside of the warfare, I really think I should leave this church. The problem is that there are no other churches in my area preaching the gospel like this one. I never know what church is going to be like each time I go. Please pray for me about this. Thank you.
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We hear your concerns and lift them before the Lord with heavy hearts, knowing the weight of both your job search and the spiritual battles you’re facing in your church. First, we want to acknowledge that you are seeking God’s will in both areas, and that is commendable. Let’s begin by turning to Scripture for guidance and comfort.
The Bible tells us in Proverbs 3:5-6, "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 is a reminder that even when circumstances feel uncertain or even oppressive, God is sovereign over every detail of your life. He knows your need for employment, and He knows the challenges you’re facing in your church. We pray that He would direct your steps and give you clarity in both situations.
Regarding your job, we understand your urgency and the concerns you’ve heard about the workplace environment. It’s wise to approach this opportunity with discernment, as the Bible warns us in Proverbs 22:22-23, "Don’t exploit the poor, because he is poor; and don’t crush the needy in court; for Yahweh will plead their case, and plunder the life of those who plunder them." If this job involves unethical practices or mistreatment, we pray that God would either transform the environment or close the door entirely. However, if He opens this door for you, we ask that He would equip you with wisdom, courage, and favor as you step into this role. Philippians 4:13 reminds us, "I can do all things through Christ, who strengthens me." Whether it’s cold calling or any other task, God can use you mightily if you rely on Him.
We also want to address the spiritual warfare you’re experiencing in your church. It’s clear that you’ve been deeply affected by the actions of others, and we grieve with you over the pain this has caused. The enemy seeks to discourage and isolate believers, but we are reminded in Ephesians 6:12, "For our wrestling is not against flesh and blood, but against the principalities, against the powers, against the world’s rulers of the darkness of this age, and against the spiritual forces of wickedness in the heavenly places." The attacks you’re facing are not personal in the way they feel—they are spiritual, and the enemy is using vulnerable people as tools. However, this does not excuse ungodly behavior, and we must hold leaders and fellow believers accountable to the standards of Scripture.
We encourage you to prayerfully consider leaving this church if it is causing you harm, even if it feels like the only option for solid teaching in your area. Jesus said in Matthew 18:15-17 that if a brother sins against you, you should first go to him privately, and if he doesn’t listen, take others with you, and if he still refuses, treat him as an outsider. While this passage is often applied to personal relationships, the principle of protecting your spiritual well-being is valid. If the leadership is unrepentant and the environment is toxic, God may be calling you to a season of seeking Him in a different way—perhaps through online sermons, small groups, or even driving to a church farther away until He provides a healthier local body.
We also want to gently rebuke the idea that you must endure spiritual abuse in the name of "bearing with one another." While Scripture calls us to patience and forgiveness (Colossians 3:13), it does not require us to subject ourselves to ongoing harm. Jesus Himself withdrew from those who sought to harm Him (Luke 4:28-30), and we are called to be as wise as serpents and as harmless as doves (Matthew 10:16). Your mental and spiritual health matter to God, and He does not desire for you to remain in a place where you are being spiritually oppressed.
Let us pray for you now:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, lifting up this dear brother/sister who is seeking Your will in their job and church life. Lord, You know the urgency of their need for employment, and we ask that You would open the right door for them. If this job is Your provision, we pray that You would go before them, soften the hearts of their employers, and give them favor in training and in their work. Equip them with boldness, wisdom, and peace as they step into this new opportunity. If this job is not from You, we ask that You would close the door completely and provide something better—something that honors You and treats them with dignity.
Father, we also lift up their church situation. Lord, we know that the enemy seeks to destroy Your people, and we rebuke every spirit of division, oppression, and discouragement that is at work in that place. We pray for this brother/sister, that You would give them clarity about whether to stay or leave. If it is Your will for them to leave, provide them with a new church family where they can grow in You without fear or harm. If it is Your will for them to stay, we ask that You would bring conviction, repentance, and healing to the leadership and the body. Protect their heart from bitterness, and fill them with Your peace that surpasses all understanding.
Lord, we also pray for their depression. You are the God who heals, and we ask that You would lift this burden from them. Fill them with Your joy, Your hope, and Your strength. Remind them that they are not alone, and that You are their refuge and fortress (Psalm 91:2). Help them to fix their eyes on You, the author and perfecter of their faith (Hebrews 12:2).
We ask all these things in the powerful name of Jesus, for there is no other name by which we can come to You. We thank You for hearing our prayer and for Your faithfulness to answer. May Your will be done in this situation, and may Your name be glorified. Amen.
In the meantime, we encourage you to seek godly counsel from a trusted believer outside of your current church. Sometimes an outside perspective can help you discern whether you’re being called to stay and fight for the church or to step away for your own well-being. Additionally, continue to saturate yourself in God’s Word and in prayer. The enemy may be attacking you, but greater is He who is in you than he who is in the world (1 John 4:4). You are not powerless—you have the Holy Spirit dwelling within you, and He will guide you into all truth (John 16:13). Stand firm in your faith, and trust that God is working all things together for your good (Romans 8:28).
The Bible tells us in Proverbs 3:5-6, "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 is a reminder that even when circumstances feel uncertain or even oppressive, God is sovereign over every detail of your life. He knows your need for employment, and He knows the challenges you’re facing in your church. We pray that He would direct your steps and give you clarity in both situations.
Regarding your job, we understand your urgency and the concerns you’ve heard about the workplace environment. It’s wise to approach this opportunity with discernment, as the Bible warns us in Proverbs 22:22-23, "Don’t exploit the poor, because he is poor; and don’t crush the needy in court; for Yahweh will plead their case, and plunder the life of those who plunder them." If this job involves unethical practices or mistreatment, we pray that God would either transform the environment or close the door entirely. However, if He opens this door for you, we ask that He would equip you with wisdom, courage, and favor as you step into this role. Philippians 4:13 reminds us, "I can do all things through Christ, who strengthens me." Whether it’s cold calling or any other task, God can use you mightily if you rely on Him.
We also want to address the spiritual warfare you’re experiencing in your church. It’s clear that you’ve been deeply affected by the actions of others, and we grieve with you over the pain this has caused. The enemy seeks to discourage and isolate believers, but we are reminded in Ephesians 6:12, "For our wrestling is not against flesh and blood, but against the principalities, against the powers, against the world’s rulers of the darkness of this age, and against the spiritual forces of wickedness in the heavenly places." The attacks you’re facing are not personal in the way they feel—they are spiritual, and the enemy is using vulnerable people as tools. However, this does not excuse ungodly behavior, and we must hold leaders and fellow believers accountable to the standards of Scripture.
We encourage you to prayerfully consider leaving this church if it is causing you harm, even if it feels like the only option for solid teaching in your area. Jesus said in Matthew 18:15-17 that if a brother sins against you, you should first go to him privately, and if he doesn’t listen, take others with you, and if he still refuses, treat him as an outsider. While this passage is often applied to personal relationships, the principle of protecting your spiritual well-being is valid. If the leadership is unrepentant and the environment is toxic, God may be calling you to a season of seeking Him in a different way—perhaps through online sermons, small groups, or even driving to a church farther away until He provides a healthier local body.
We also want to gently rebuke the idea that you must endure spiritual abuse in the name of "bearing with one another." While Scripture calls us to patience and forgiveness (Colossians 3:13), it does not require us to subject ourselves to ongoing harm. Jesus Himself withdrew from those who sought to harm Him (Luke 4:28-30), and we are called to be as wise as serpents and as harmless as doves (Matthew 10:16). Your mental and spiritual health matter to God, and He does not desire for you to remain in a place where you are being spiritually oppressed.
Let us pray for you now:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, lifting up this dear brother/sister who is seeking Your will in their job and church life. Lord, You know the urgency of their need for employment, and we ask that You would open the right door for them. If this job is Your provision, we pray that You would go before them, soften the hearts of their employers, and give them favor in training and in their work. Equip them with boldness, wisdom, and peace as they step into this new opportunity. If this job is not from You, we ask that You would close the door completely and provide something better—something that honors You and treats them with dignity.
Father, we also lift up their church situation. Lord, we know that the enemy seeks to destroy Your people, and we rebuke every spirit of division, oppression, and discouragement that is at work in that place. We pray for this brother/sister, that You would give them clarity about whether to stay or leave. If it is Your will for them to leave, provide them with a new church family where they can grow in You without fear or harm. If it is Your will for them to stay, we ask that You would bring conviction, repentance, and healing to the leadership and the body. Protect their heart from bitterness, and fill them with Your peace that surpasses all understanding.
Lord, we also pray for their depression. You are the God who heals, and we ask that You would lift this burden from them. Fill them with Your joy, Your hope, and Your strength. Remind them that they are not alone, and that You are their refuge and fortress (Psalm 91:2). Help them to fix their eyes on You, the author and perfecter of their faith (Hebrews 12:2).
We ask all these things in the powerful name of Jesus, for there is no other name by which we can come to You. We thank You for hearing our prayer and for Your faithfulness to answer. May Your will be done in this situation, and may Your name be glorified. Amen.
In the meantime, we encourage you to seek godly counsel from a trusted believer outside of your current church. Sometimes an outside perspective can help you discern whether you’re being called to stay and fight for the church or to step away for your own well-being. Additionally, continue to saturate yourself in God’s Word and in prayer. The enemy may be attacking you, but greater is He who is in you than he who is in the world (1 John 4:4). You are not powerless—you have the Holy Spirit dwelling within you, and He will guide you into all truth (John 16:13). Stand firm in your faith, and trust that God is working all things together for your good (Romans 8:28).
Dear friend, we're right there with you, feeling the weight of your job search and the spiritual battles you're facing at church. It's tough, but remember, God sees you, and He's got this.
First off, we're praying for your job training and the potential new role. We know you're nervous about the cold calling aspect and the reports of cruel management. We're asking God to give you clarity on this opportunity. If it's His will for you to have this job, we pray that He would soften the hearts of your employers, give you favor, and equip you with boldness and wisdom. But if it's not His will, we trust that He'll close the door and open another one that's even better for you.
Now, about your church situation. We understand that it's been really hard, with spiritual warfare targeting you constantly. It's like you're caught in the crossfire of others' vulnerabilities being used by the enemy. We're asking God to give you clear direction on whether to stay or leave. If He's calling you to leave, we pray that He'd provide a new church family where you can grow and serve without fear or harm. And if He's calling you to stay, we're asking Him to bring conviction, repentance, and healing to the leadership and the body.
We're also praying for your depression. God is the God who heals, and we're asking Him to lift this burden from you. Fill you with His joy, hope, and strength. Remind you that you're not alone, and that He's your refuge and fortress.
In the meantime, keep seeking God's face, and trust that He's working all things together for your good. You're not powerless; you have the Holy Spirit dwelling in you, and He'll guide you into all truth. Stand firm in your faith, and keep your eyes fixed on Jesus, the author and perfecter of your faith.
We're here for you, praying and believing with you. Keep fighting the good fight, and remember, God's got this.
First off, we're praying for your job training and the potential new role. We know you're nervous about the cold calling aspect and the reports of cruel management. We're asking God to give you clarity on this opportunity. If it's His will for you to have this job, we pray that He would soften the hearts of your employers, give you favor, and equip you with boldness and wisdom. But if it's not His will, we trust that He'll close the door and open another one that's even better for you.
Now, about your church situation. We understand that it's been really hard, with spiritual warfare targeting you constantly. It's like you're caught in the crossfire of others' vulnerabilities being used by the enemy. We're asking God to give you clear direction on whether to stay or leave. If He's calling you to leave, we pray that He'd provide a new church family where you can grow and serve without fear or harm. And if He's calling you to stay, we're asking Him to bring conviction, repentance, and healing to the leadership and the body.
We're also praying for your depression. God is the God who heals, and we're asking Him to lift this burden from you. Fill you with His joy, hope, and strength. Remind you that you're not alone, and that He's your refuge and fortress.
In the meantime, keep seeking God's face, and trust that He's working all things together for your good. You're not powerless; you have the Holy Spirit dwelling in you, and He'll guide you into all truth. Stand firm in your faith, and keep your eyes fixed on Jesus, the author and perfecter of your faith.
We're here for you, praying and believing with you. Keep fighting the good fight, and remember, God's got this.
Jonathan_M
Good and Faithful Servant
I prayed for this request in Jesus Name. Amen.
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)
Finding Life and Salvation in Christ: A Roadmap
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)
Finding Life and Salvation in Christ: A Roadmap
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”
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