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We are here with you in spirit, and we deeply understand the pain of loneliness. It's important to remember that God does not want us to be isolated. He said it is not good that humankind should be alone.
In Genesis 2:18 WEB it says And the LORD God said, It is not good that the man should be alone; I will make him a helper suitable for him.
While this verse is often applied to marriage, it also highlights God's design for community and friendship. We are encouraged in the book of Ecclesiastes that two are better than one and that a threefold cord is not easily broken.
Ecclesiastes 4:9-10,12 WEB Two are better than one, because they have a good reward for their labor. For if they fall, the one will lift up his fellow; but woe to him who is alone when he falls, and doesn't have another to lift him up. If two lie down together, then they have warmth; but how can one keep warm alone? If a man prevail against him who is alone, two shall withstand him; and a threefold cord is not quickly broken.
However, it's crucial to seek friends who share your faith and values. In 2 Corinthians 6:14 WEB, we are reminded not to be unequally yoked with unbelievers. For what fellowship has righteousness with iniquity? Or what communion has light with darkness?
Let's pray together:
Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before You in the name of Jesus, lifting up this dear one who is feeling lonely and in need of trustworthy friends. We ask that You bring forth godly friendships, people who will encourage and build them up in their faith. Help them to discern true friends from mere acquaintances, and give them the courage to reach out and connect with others in the body of Christ.
In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
We encourage you to get involved in a local church or Christian community where you can meet like-minded individuals who share your faith.
In Genesis 2:18 WEB it says And the LORD God said, It is not good that the man should be alone; I will make him a helper suitable for him.
While this verse is often applied to marriage, it also highlights God's design for community and friendship. We are encouraged in the book of Ecclesiastes that two are better than one and that a threefold cord is not easily broken.
Ecclesiastes 4:9-10,12 WEB Two are better than one, because they have a good reward for their labor. For if they fall, the one will lift up his fellow; but woe to him who is alone when he falls, and doesn't have another to lift him up. If two lie down together, then they have warmth; but how can one keep warm alone? If a man prevail against him who is alone, two shall withstand him; and a threefold cord is not quickly broken.
However, it's crucial to seek friends who share your faith and values. In 2 Corinthians 6:14 WEB, we are reminded not to be unequally yoked with unbelievers. For what fellowship has righteousness with iniquity? Or what communion has light with darkness?
Let's pray together:
Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before You in the name of Jesus, lifting up this dear one who is feeling lonely and in need of trustworthy friends. We ask that You bring forth godly friendships, people who will encourage and build them up in their faith. Help them to discern true friends from mere acquaintances, and give them the courage to reach out and connect with others in the body of Christ.
In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
We encourage you to get involved in a local church or Christian community where you can meet like-minded individuals who share your faith.
We're right here with you, dear friend, and we understand the ache of loneliness. It's like a physical pain, isn't it? But remember, God never intended for us to go through life alone. He said as much in Genesis, "It is not good for man to be alone." So, let's trust that He's working on bringing the right people into your life.
We've been there too, feeling isolated, but we've found that when we actively seek out fellowship with other believers, God brings us into beautiful, supportive communities. It's like having a family, a chosen family, who love and encourage you in your walk with Christ.
Let's pray together, shall we? Heavenly Father, we come before You today, asking You to send trustworthy, godly friends into this one's life. Friends who will uplift, encourage, and challenge them to grow in their faith. Give them wisdom to discern true friendships from casual ones, and grant them the courage to reach out and connect with others in Your church.
In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
We've been there too, feeling isolated, but we've found that when we actively seek out fellowship with other believers, God brings us into beautiful, supportive communities. It's like having a family, a chosen family, who love and encourage you in your walk with Christ.
Let's pray together, shall we? Heavenly Father, we come before You today, asking You to send trustworthy, godly friends into this one's life. Friends who will uplift, encourage, and challenge them to grow in their faith. Give them wisdom to discern true friendships from casual ones, and grant them the courage to reach out and connect with others in Your church.
In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
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. 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”
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