Moesin

Humble Prayer Partner
We know that we're still in the fallen world. And before the Rapture, so are Christians. Now comes the dispute. I know that we can and do have "problems". But certain Christians (some who have disputed me vigorously on this, they scold you if you admit you have problems, and deny their own. They say if you have problems, it's "your fault", your faith is weak. They say once you're saved, you can plug into the power and get anything you want. Like a name it and claim it Gospel. Like we snap our fingers before God, and He's "obligated" to do our bidding. But I say based on Paul, and even Jesus saying in the world you will have tribulation, I would say they're misguided. The truth is...? Oh also if you get sick it's a lack of faith. It's always the fault of the person with the problem. If you see a doctor, it's a lack of faith. I disagree, but clarification?
 
We understand your concern, and we commend you for seeking biblical clarity on this matter, for it is a dispute that has caused much confusion and even harm within the body of Christ. Let us address this together with the truth of Scripture, for the Word of God is our foundation, and it alone brings light to such distortions of faith.

First, it is absolutely biblical to acknowledge that believers will face trials, tribulations, and suffering in this fallen world. Our Lord Jesus Himself warned us in **John 16:33**, saying, *"In the world you have tribulation, but take courage; I have overcome the world."* The Apostle Paul also testifies to this reality in **2 Corinthians 11:23-28**, where he lists his many sufferings—imprisonments, beatings, shipwrecks, dangers, sleepless nights, hunger, thirst, and the daily pressure of concern for the churches. If suffering were a sign of weak faith, then Paul, one of the greatest apostles, would have been the most faithless among us. Yet he boasted not in his strength but in his weaknesses, for Christ’s power was made perfect in them (**2 Corinthians 12:9-10**).

The error you describe—this "name it and claim it" teaching—is a dangerous distortion of Scripture, often tied to the prosperity gospel or hyper-faith movements. These teachings suggest that if we simply "believe hard enough," we can demand health, wealth, and success from God as if He were a cosmic vending machine. But this is not the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Such teachings ignore the sovereignty of God, the reality of sin in the world, and the purpose of suffering in the life of a believer. They also place an unbearable burden of guilt on those who suffer, as if their pain were a punishment for their lack of faith. This is not only unbiblical but cruel.

Consider **Job**, a righteous man whom God permitted Satan to test with immense suffering. His friends accused him of hidden sin, insisting his suffering was his own fault. But God rebuked them for their false assumptions (**Job 42:7**). Suffering is not always a direct result of personal sin or weak faith. Sometimes, as in Job’s case, it is permitted by God for purposes we may not fully understand—purposes that refine our faith, draw us closer to Him, and ultimately bring Him glory.

What about sickness? The idea that seeking medical help is a lack of faith is equally unbiblical. Luke, the beloved physician, was a companion of Paul (**Colossians 4:14**), and his medical skills were clearly not seen as contradictory to faith. In **1 Timothy 5:23**, Paul even advises Timothy to *"use a little wine for your stomach’s sake and your frequent infirmities."* If seeking remedy for illness were a sin, Paul would not have given such counsel. God often uses means—including doctors, medicine, and wise counsel—to bring healing and relief. To refuse these gifts out of a misplaced sense of "faith" is not spiritual; it can be reckless.

Now, does this mean we should not pray for healing or trust God for miracles? Absolutely not! We are commanded to bring our requests to God (**Philippians 4:6**), and James tells us to pray for the sick (**James 5:14-15**). But we must do so with humility, submitting to God’s will, not demanding our own. Jesus Himself prayed in the Garden of Gethsemane, *"Father, if you are willing, remove this cup from me. Nevertheless, not my will, but yours, be done"* (**Luke 22:42**). Our prayers must reflect this same surrender.

The truth is, our faith is not measured by the absence of problems but by our response to them. Do we trust God *in* the storm, or do we only praise Him when the storm ceases? Do we cling to Him when the healing doesn’t come, when the financial breakthrough doesn’t arrive, when the relationship remains broken? True faith is not the absence of doubt or difficulty but the choice to trust God’s character and promises *despite* them.

Let us also address the claim that "once you’re saved, you can plug into the power and get anything you want." This is a twisting of Scripture, often based on verses like **Mark 11:24** (*"Therefore I tell you, all things whatever you pray and ask for, believe that you have received them, and you shall have them"*) taken out of context. Such promises are not blank checks for our desires but are given within the framework of God’s will and purposes. **1 John 5:14-15** clarifies this: *"This is the confidence that we have in him, that if we ask anything according to his will, he listens to us. And if we know that he listens to us, whatever we ask, we know that we have the requests that we have asked of him."* The key is *according to His will*, not our own.

Finally, let us rebuke the spirit of pride and judgment that would scold a brother or sister for admitting their struggles. **Galatians 6:2** commands us to *"Bear one another’s burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ."* The body of Christ is called to compassion, not condemnation. If someone is suffering, our response should be to weep with them (**Romans 12:15**), pray for them, and point them to the hope we have in Christ—not to pile on guilt by accusing them of weak faith.

So what is the truth? The truth is that we live in a broken world, and even as believers, we are not exempt from its brokenness. But we have a Savior who has overcome the world, who walks with us through the valley of the shadow of death, and who promises to one day wipe away every tear (**Revelation 21:4**). Our faith is not in the absence of trials but in the God who redeems them. Our hope is not in our ability to "claim" victory but in the One who has already secured it on our behalf.

Let us pray together for clarity, humility, and a right understanding of faith and suffering:

Heavenly Father, we come before You with hearts seeking truth, for Your Word is a lamp to our feet and a light to our path. Lord, we ask for discernment in these days when false teachings twist Your promises and place heavy burdens on Your people. Forgive us for the times we have misrepresented Your character, whether by presuming upon Your grace or by failing to trust You in our trials.

Father, we lift up our brother/sister who has shared this concern. Comfort them with the knowledge that their struggles do not define their faith. Remind them that even Your Son, Jesus, learned obedience through the things He suffered (**Hebrews 5:8**), and that You are near to the brokenhearted (**Psalm 34:18**). Give them wisdom to navigate these disputes with grace and boldness, always pointing to Your Word as the final authority.

We pray for those who have been misled by the prosperity gospel or hyper-faith teachings. Open their eyes to the truth, Lord, and soften their hearts to receive correction. May they see that true faith is not about manipulating You for our desires but about surrendering to Your will, even when it is painful.

For those who are suffering—whether in body, mind, or spirit—we ask for Your mercy and healing. Give them strength to endure, faith to trust You, and the courage to seek the help and support You provide, whether through prayer, medicine, or the body of Christ. Remind them that their worth is not in their circumstances but in their identity as Your beloved children.

Finally, Lord, unite Your church in truth. May we be a people who bear one another’s burdens, who speak the truth in love, and who fix our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith (**Hebrews 12:2**). Let us not be a people who scold the suffering but who serve them in humility, pointing always to the cross where our ultimate victory was won.

We ask all this in the precious and mighty name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, who suffered for us and now intercedes for us at Your right hand. Amen.
 
I understand your concern and I'm here to pray with you. It's true that we live in a fallen world and even as believers, we face trials and tribulations. But let's not forget that our God is a God of comfort and healing, who is near to the brokenhearted.

I want to encourage you, dear friend, that it's okay to admit your struggles. In fact, the Bible tells us to confess our faults one to another, that we may be healed (James 5:16). It's not a sign of weak faith to acknowledge your problems; it's a sign of honesty and humility. Jesus Himself said, "Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest" (Matthew 11:28). He doesn't want us to bear our burdens alone.

Now, let's pray together. Heavenly Father, we come before You today, laying down our burdens and our concerns. We ask for Your comfort and Your healing. Help us to trust in You, even in the midst of our trials. Give us the strength to endure and the faith to believe that You are working all things together for our good and Your glory.

In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
 
We know that we're still in the fallen world. And before the Rapture, so are Christians. Now comes the dispute. I know that we can and do have "problems". But certain Christians (some who have disputed me vigorously on this, they scold you if you admit you have problems, and deny their own. They say if you have problems, it's "your fault", your faith is weak. They say once you're saved, you can plug into the power and get anything you want. Like a name it and claim it Gospel. Like we snap our fingers before God, and He's "obligated" to do our bidding. But I say based on Paul, and even Jesus saying in the world you will have tribulation, I would say they're misguided. The truth is...? Oh also if you get sick it's a lack of faith. It's always the fault of the person with the problem. If you see a doctor, it's a lack of faith. I disagree, but clarification?
I am praying for you to meditate on God's word and to abide in His presence so you will receive His wisdom and understanding of all things. I am praying for unshakable faith for you. If you get sick it is not always a lack of faith. It can be some other spiritual reason. Then you must see a doctor if you are sick. Like Paul says that some have stronger faith than others but we do not have to judge them. It was about eating some foods. You can get what you want only if your desire fully align with God's will. That's why we need to read the Bible every day. To serve Jesus means to be free from human vanity. I bless you in Jesus Name. Amen
 
I am praying for you to meditate on God's word and to abide in His presence so you will receive His wisdom and understanding of all things. I am praying for unshakable faith for you. If you get sick it is not always a lack of faith. It can be some other spiritual reason. Then you must see a doctor if you are sick. Like Paul says that some have stronger faith than others but we do not have to judge them. It was about eating some foods. You can get what you want only if your desire fully align with God's will. That's why we need to read the Bible every day. To serve Jesus means to be free from human vanity. I bless you in Jesus Name. Amen
Amen
 
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 ### M.A.- Prayer Warrior-Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach.

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