Ending bitterness, moodiness, and envy
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We lift up this dear sister before the Lord, knowing that the struggles she faces—bitterness, envy, moodiness, and the search for fulfillment in earthly things—are not uncommon, but they are not what God desires for His children. The heart’s longing for happiness is real, but true and lasting joy is found only in Christ, not in circumstances, relationships, or entertainment. The Scriptures remind us in **Philippians 4:11-13 (WEB)**, *"Not that I speak in respect to lack, for I have learned in whatever state I am, to be content in it. I know how to be humbled, and I also know how to abound. In everything and in all things I have learned the secret both to be filled and to be hungry, both to abound and to be in need. I can do all things through Christ, who strengthens me."*
It is clear that this sister is seeking happiness in what she does not yet have—a husband—rather than finding her completeness in Christ alone. While marriage is a beautiful and God-ordained institution, it is not the source of ultimate fulfillment. **Psalm 37:4 (WEB)** tells us, *"Also delight yourself in Yahweh, and he will give you the desires of your heart."* When our delight is first in the Lord, our desires align with His will, and He satisfies us in ways we cannot imagine. If marriage is His will for her, He will provide in His perfect timing. But if she is not content in Him now, marriage will not fix the emptiness she feels. **Ecclesiastes 4:6 (WEB)** warns, *"Better is a handful, with quietness, than two handfuls with labor and chasing after wind."*
We also see the danger of envy and bitterness taking root in her heart. These are not harmless emotions—they are sins that grieve the Holy Spirit and open the door to further bondage. **Ephesians 4:31-32 (WEB)** commands, *"Let all bitterness, wrath, anger, outcry, and slander be put away from you, with all malice. And be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving each other, just as God also in Christ forgave you."* Envy is a destruction of the soul, as **Proverbs 14:30 (WEB)** says, *"A tranquil heart gives life to the flesh, but envy causes the bones to rot."* If she is comparing herself to others—whether in relationships, possessions, or life circumstances—she is setting her heart up for disappointment. Our focus must be on Christ, not on what others have.
Isolation is another battle she faces, and while solitude can be a time of reflection, prolonged isolation is not God’s design for His people. **Hebrews 10:24-25 (WEB)** urges, *"Let’s consider how to provoke one another to love and good works, not forsaking our own assembling together, as the custom of some is, but exhorting one another; and so much the more, as you see the Day approaching."* She must be intentional about fellowship with believers, serving in the church, and allowing godly community to speak truth and encouragement into her life. Isolation fuels the enemy’s lies, but community strengthens faith.
As for her desire for a husband, we pray that God would guard her heart and mind. If she is entertaining thoughts of relationships with unbelievers or compromising her standards to "find happiness," she must repent and realign her desires with Scripture. **2 Corinthians 6:14 (WEB)** is clear: *"Don’t be unequally yoked with unbelievers, for what fellowship have righteousness and iniquity? Or what communion has light with darkness?"* A godly marriage is a covenant, not a cure for loneliness. She must seek the Lord first, and if marriage is His will, He will bring a godly man who loves Jesus above all else. Until then, she must steward her singleness for the Lord’s purposes, growing in faith, serving His kingdom, and finding her identity in Him alone.
Lastly, we notice that her request did not invoke the name of Jesus, the only name by which we are saved and through whom we have access to the Father. **John 14:6 (WEB)** declares, *"Jesus said to him, 'I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me.'"*) There is no other name under heaven by which we can be saved, and it is only through Christ that our prayers are heard. If she does not yet know Jesus as her Lord and Savior, she must repent of her sins and place her faith in Him alone. **Romans 10:9-10 (WEB)** says, *"that if you will confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord, and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. For with the heart, one believes unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation."* Without Christ, no amount of relationships, achievements, or entertainment will bring true peace.
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Let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, lifting up this sister who is battling bitterness, envy, moodiness, and the lie that her happiness is found in anything other than You. Lord, forgive her for the times she has allowed these sins to take root in her heart. Wash her clean by the blood of Jesus and renew her mind by Your Word. Break the chains of comparison, isolation, and discontentment, and fill her with Your peace that surpasses all understanding.
Father, we rebuke the spirit of envy and bitterness that has sought to steal her joy. Replace it with gratitude and a heart that rejoices in Your sovereignty. Remind her that You are her portion, and in You, she lacks no good thing. If she has been looking to entertainment, relationships, or future hopes to satisfy her soul, convict her deeply and turn her eyes back to You. Let her find her identity in being Your beloved daughter, not in her marital status or circumstances.
Lord, if she does not yet know You as her Savior, we pray that You would open her eyes to her need for Jesus. Soften her heart to receive Your truth, that she may repent and surrender her life to You. Let her know that apart from Christ, there is no lasting joy, no true peace, and no eternal hope. Draw her to Yourself, Father, and let her find in You the fulfillment she has been searching for.
If it is Your will for her to marry, prepare her now to be a godly wife. Teach her to wait on You, to trust Your timing, and to seek a man who loves You above all else. Guard her heart from impatience, compromise, or settling for less than Your best. And if Your plan for her is singleness, grant her the grace to embrace it as a gift, using her life fully for Your kingdom.
Surround her with godly community that will speak truth, encourage her in faith, and hold her accountable. Deliver her from isolation and fill her days with purpose—serving You, studying Your Word, and growing in love for others.
We declare that she is not defined by her struggles but by Your victory on the cross. Break every stronghold in her life, Lord, and let her walk in the freedom and joy that comes from knowing You. In the mighty name of Jesus, we pray. Amen.
It is clear that this sister is seeking happiness in what she does not yet have—a husband—rather than finding her completeness in Christ alone. While marriage is a beautiful and God-ordained institution, it is not the source of ultimate fulfillment. **Psalm 37:4 (WEB)** tells us, *"Also delight yourself in Yahweh, and he will give you the desires of your heart."* When our delight is first in the Lord, our desires align with His will, and He satisfies us in ways we cannot imagine. If marriage is His will for her, He will provide in His perfect timing. But if she is not content in Him now, marriage will not fix the emptiness she feels. **Ecclesiastes 4:6 (WEB)** warns, *"Better is a handful, with quietness, than two handfuls with labor and chasing after wind."*
We also see the danger of envy and bitterness taking root in her heart. These are not harmless emotions—they are sins that grieve the Holy Spirit and open the door to further bondage. **Ephesians 4:31-32 (WEB)** commands, *"Let all bitterness, wrath, anger, outcry, and slander be put away from you, with all malice. And be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving each other, just as God also in Christ forgave you."* Envy is a destruction of the soul, as **Proverbs 14:30 (WEB)** says, *"A tranquil heart gives life to the flesh, but envy causes the bones to rot."* If she is comparing herself to others—whether in relationships, possessions, or life circumstances—she is setting her heart up for disappointment. Our focus must be on Christ, not on what others have.
Isolation is another battle she faces, and while solitude can be a time of reflection, prolonged isolation is not God’s design for His people. **Hebrews 10:24-25 (WEB)** urges, *"Let’s consider how to provoke one another to love and good works, not forsaking our own assembling together, as the custom of some is, but exhorting one another; and so much the more, as you see the Day approaching."* She must be intentional about fellowship with believers, serving in the church, and allowing godly community to speak truth and encouragement into her life. Isolation fuels the enemy’s lies, but community strengthens faith.
As for her desire for a husband, we pray that God would guard her heart and mind. If she is entertaining thoughts of relationships with unbelievers or compromising her standards to "find happiness," she must repent and realign her desires with Scripture. **2 Corinthians 6:14 (WEB)** is clear: *"Don’t be unequally yoked with unbelievers, for what fellowship have righteousness and iniquity? Or what communion has light with darkness?"* A godly marriage is a covenant, not a cure for loneliness. She must seek the Lord first, and if marriage is His will, He will bring a godly man who loves Jesus above all else. Until then, she must steward her singleness for the Lord’s purposes, growing in faith, serving His kingdom, and finding her identity in Him alone.
Lastly, we notice that her request did not invoke the name of Jesus, the only name by which we are saved and through whom we have access to the Father. **John 14:6 (WEB)** declares, *"Jesus said to him, 'I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me.'"*) There is no other name under heaven by which we can be saved, and it is only through Christ that our prayers are heard. If she does not yet know Jesus as her Lord and Savior, she must repent of her sins and place her faith in Him alone. **Romans 10:9-10 (WEB)** says, *"that if you will confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord, and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. For with the heart, one believes unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation."* Without Christ, no amount of relationships, achievements, or entertainment will bring true peace.
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Let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, lifting up this sister who is battling bitterness, envy, moodiness, and the lie that her happiness is found in anything other than You. Lord, forgive her for the times she has allowed these sins to take root in her heart. Wash her clean by the blood of Jesus and renew her mind by Your Word. Break the chains of comparison, isolation, and discontentment, and fill her with Your peace that surpasses all understanding.
Father, we rebuke the spirit of envy and bitterness that has sought to steal her joy. Replace it with gratitude and a heart that rejoices in Your sovereignty. Remind her that You are her portion, and in You, she lacks no good thing. If she has been looking to entertainment, relationships, or future hopes to satisfy her soul, convict her deeply and turn her eyes back to You. Let her find her identity in being Your beloved daughter, not in her marital status or circumstances.
Lord, if she does not yet know You as her Savior, we pray that You would open her eyes to her need for Jesus. Soften her heart to receive Your truth, that she may repent and surrender her life to You. Let her know that apart from Christ, there is no lasting joy, no true peace, and no eternal hope. Draw her to Yourself, Father, and let her find in You the fulfillment she has been searching for.
If it is Your will for her to marry, prepare her now to be a godly wife. Teach her to wait on You, to trust Your timing, and to seek a man who loves You above all else. Guard her heart from impatience, compromise, or settling for less than Your best. And if Your plan for her is singleness, grant her the grace to embrace it as a gift, using her life fully for Your kingdom.
Surround her with godly community that will speak truth, encourage her in faith, and hold her accountable. Deliver her from isolation and fill her days with purpose—serving You, studying Your Word, and growing in love for others.
We declare that she is not defined by her struggles but by Your victory on the cross. Break every stronghold in her life, Lord, and let her walk in the freedom and joy that comes from knowing You. In the mighty name of Jesus, we pray. Amen.
Dear sister, we're here with you, praying for you in Jesus' name. We understand the struggles you're facing - bitterness, envy, moodiness, and the search for happiness in the wrong places. It's like you're in a desert, longing for a cool oasis, but the Lord wants to remind you that He is the only One who can truly satisfy your soul.
In Jeremiah 2:13, God says, "My people have committed two sins: They have forsaken me, the spring of living water, and have dug their own cisterns, broken cisterns that cannot hold water." You've been trying to fill your cistern with things of this world, but only God can provide the living water that truly quenches your thirst.
We pray that you would turn your eyes back to Jesus, the only One who can give you the peace and joy you're longing for. We ask that He would forgive you for the times you've allowed bitterness, envy, and discontentment to take root in your heart. We ask that He would wash you clean by the blood of Jesus and renew your mind by His Word.
We also pray that you would trust God with your future. If marriage is His will for you, we ask that He would prepare you now to be a godly wife. If singleness is His plan, we pray that He would grant you the grace to embrace it as a gift, using your life fully for His kingdom.
We're here for you, sister. Let's keep lifting each other up in prayer, seeking Jesus together, and finding our joy and fulfillment in Him alone. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
In Jeremiah 2:13, God says, "My people have committed two sins: They have forsaken me, the spring of living water, and have dug their own cisterns, broken cisterns that cannot hold water." You've been trying to fill your cistern with things of this world, but only God can provide the living water that truly quenches your thirst.
We pray that you would turn your eyes back to Jesus, the only One who can give you the peace and joy you're longing for. We ask that He would forgive you for the times you've allowed bitterness, envy, and discontentment to take root in your heart. We ask that He would wash you clean by the blood of Jesus and renew your mind by His Word.
We also pray that you would trust God with your future. If marriage is His will for you, we ask that He would prepare you now to be a godly wife. If singleness is His plan, we pray that He would grant you the grace to embrace it as a gift, using your life fully for His kingdom.
We're here for you, sister. Let's keep lifting each other up in prayer, seeking Jesus together, and finding our joy and fulfillment in Him alone. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
Praying for this in Jesus Name.
The Encourager
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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.
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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.
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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)
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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 to lift this precious sister before the Lord with you these past several days. It has been our honor to stand in agreement, praying for the Holy Spirit to break through the strongholds of bitterness, envy, and moodiness while filling her with His peace, purpose, and true joy in Christ. We rejoice to hear there has been some improvement, and we cling to the promise that He who began this good work in her will be faithful to complete it.
If the Lord has brought further breakthrough—whether in her heart, her relationships, or her contentment in Him—we would love to praise God with you. Even small victories are worth celebrating, for they are evidence of His transforming power.
If the struggle persists, we encourage you to share an update so we can continue interceding with renewed fervor. Let us pray for her eyes to be fixed on Jesus, the Author and Perfecter of her faith, rather than on fleeting happiness tied to circumstances. May the Lord reveal Himself as her ultimate Satisfaction, her Comforter, and her Hope—whether in singleness or marriage. Let us also ask Him to surround her with godly community, that she may not walk this path alone.
We commit her into the Lord’s hands, trusting that His plans for her are good, His timing is perfect, and His love for her is unwavering. May she find her identity and joy in Him alone as she seeks His kingdom first.
In Jesus Name.
If the Lord has brought further breakthrough—whether in her heart, her relationships, or her contentment in Him—we would love to praise God with you. Even small victories are worth celebrating, for they are evidence of His transforming power.
If the struggle persists, we encourage you to share an update so we can continue interceding with renewed fervor. Let us pray for her eyes to be fixed on Jesus, the Author and Perfecter of her faith, rather than on fleeting happiness tied to circumstances. May the Lord reveal Himself as her ultimate Satisfaction, her Comforter, and her Hope—whether in singleness or marriage. Let us also ask Him to surround her with godly community, that she may not walk this path alone.
We commit her into the Lord’s hands, trusting that His plans for her are good, His timing is perfect, and His love for her is unwavering. May she find her identity and joy in Him alone as she seeks His kingdom first.
In Jesus Name.
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