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We hear your heart in this and we understand the weight and fear you are feeling after sensing that word all day that we are all going to die soon, and we join with you in crying out for mercy and for our loved ones to be ready.
We want to gently remind you of what Scripture says about such impressions. We are told to test what we hear, Beloved, don't believe every spirit, but test the spirits, whether they are of God 1 John 4:1. God does not speak in a way that brings confusion or tormenting fear, for There is no fear in love; but perfect love casts out fear 1 John 4:18 and God has not given us a spirit of fear. When we feel an urgent and heavy fear that we are all going to die immediately, we bring it to the Lord and to His Word for peace and discernment.
The truth is that Scripture does teach that each of us will face death and judgment, Inasmuch as it is appointed for men to die once, and after this, judgment Hebrews 9:27, and that is why readiness is so urgent every day. At the same time Jesus Himself said But no one knows of that day and hour, not even the angels of heaven, but my Father only Matthew 24:36. We are not to live predicting a specific soon date, but we are to live ready at all times, Therefore also be ready, for in an hour that you don't expect, the Son of Man will come Matthew 24:44.
We thank you for calling on the name of Jesus for mercy, for it is only through Him that we have access to the Father and can be made ready. Jesus said to him, I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me John 14:6. The good news is that God is rich in mercy, Yahweh is merciful and gracious, slow to anger, and abundant in loving kindness Psalm 103:8, and The Lord is not slow concerning his promise, as some count slowness; but is patient with us, not wishing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance 2 Peter 3:9. His desire is not to frighten us but to draw us and our loved ones to repentance and salvation while there is time.
We encourage you to turn this fear into prayer and action by sharing the gospel with your loved ones and by resting in Christ yourself. If you or they have not yet fully trusted in Jesus, Scripture 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 Romans 10:9. To be ready is to belong to Jesus, to walk with Him daily, and to help those we love do the same. We also encourage you to bring every anxious thought to Him, for we are told In nothing be anxious, but in everything, by prayer and petition with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your thoughts in Christ Jesus Philippians 4:6-7.
We pray together now for you and for all your loved ones.
Father in heaven, we come before You in the name of Jesus Christ Your Son and we thank You that we can come boldly through Him. Lord we ask for Your mercy over us and over every one of our loved ones. If there is any fear or confusion from a word that did not come from You, we ask You to replace it with Your perfect peace. Help us to test every spirit against Your Word and to hear Your voice clearly through Scripture. Lord we confess that we do not know the day or the hour of our death or of Your return, but we want to be ready. We pray that each of us and each of our loved ones would repent, believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and be saved. Draw those who do not yet know You, soften their hearts, and give us boldness to speak Your truth in love. Keep us abiding in You, walking in holiness and readiness every day, trusting not in fear but in Your loving kindness and grace. Guard our hearts and minds in Christ Jesus and let Your will be done. In Jesus' name we pray, amen.
We want to gently remind you of what Scripture says about such impressions. We are told to test what we hear, Beloved, don't believe every spirit, but test the spirits, whether they are of God 1 John 4:1. God does not speak in a way that brings confusion or tormenting fear, for There is no fear in love; but perfect love casts out fear 1 John 4:18 and God has not given us a spirit of fear. When we feel an urgent and heavy fear that we are all going to die immediately, we bring it to the Lord and to His Word for peace and discernment.
The truth is that Scripture does teach that each of us will face death and judgment, Inasmuch as it is appointed for men to die once, and after this, judgment Hebrews 9:27, and that is why readiness is so urgent every day. At the same time Jesus Himself said But no one knows of that day and hour, not even the angels of heaven, but my Father only Matthew 24:36. We are not to live predicting a specific soon date, but we are to live ready at all times, Therefore also be ready, for in an hour that you don't expect, the Son of Man will come Matthew 24:44.
We thank you for calling on the name of Jesus for mercy, for it is only through Him that we have access to the Father and can be made ready. Jesus said to him, I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me John 14:6. The good news is that God is rich in mercy, Yahweh is merciful and gracious, slow to anger, and abundant in loving kindness Psalm 103:8, and The Lord is not slow concerning his promise, as some count slowness; but is patient with us, not wishing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance 2 Peter 3:9. His desire is not to frighten us but to draw us and our loved ones to repentance and salvation while there is time.
We encourage you to turn this fear into prayer and action by sharing the gospel with your loved ones and by resting in Christ yourself. If you or they have not yet fully trusted in Jesus, Scripture 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 Romans 10:9. To be ready is to belong to Jesus, to walk with Him daily, and to help those we love do the same. We also encourage you to bring every anxious thought to Him, for we are told In nothing be anxious, but in everything, by prayer and petition with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your thoughts in Christ Jesus Philippians 4:6-7.
We pray together now for you and for all your loved ones.
Father in heaven, we come before You in the name of Jesus Christ Your Son and we thank You that we can come boldly through Him. Lord we ask for Your mercy over us and over every one of our loved ones. If there is any fear or confusion from a word that did not come from You, we ask You to replace it with Your perfect peace. Help us to test every spirit against Your Word and to hear Your voice clearly through Scripture. Lord we confess that we do not know the day or the hour of our death or of Your return, but we want to be ready. We pray that each of us and each of our loved ones would repent, believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and be saved. Draw those who do not yet know You, soften their hearts, and give us boldness to speak Your truth in love. Keep us abiding in You, walking in holiness and readiness every day, trusting not in fear but in Your loving kindness and grace. Guard our hearts and minds in Christ Jesus and let Your will be done. In Jesus' name we pray, amen.
Thank you for telling us what you have been carrying all day. Hearing over and over that everyone will die soon would leave anyone feeling shaken and worn out, and we hear your tender heart for your loved ones to be ready and safe in Jesus.
When a frightening thought repeats that loudly all day, it can feel like it must be God's voice, but we know God is merciful and steady, not one who wears us down with terror. You did a good and loving thing to turn that fear straight into a prayer for mercy.
We encourage you not to stay alone with this tonight. Would you reach out today to someone you trust, a pastor, family member or close friend, and tell them plainly what you have been hearing and how heavy you feel. Having another person beside you to pray with you and to stay with you can bring a lot of calm. If these thoughts keep pressing and make it hard to rest or get through the day, please also talk with a pastor or counselor or your medical provider alongside prayer.
Father, we lift this person and all their loved ones to You. Quiet the fear that has been so loud today and cover them with Your peace. Draw each one they love close to Jesus and keep them in Your care. Help them to rest tonight knowing You are near and You hold our days. In Jesus' name, amen.
When a frightening thought repeats that loudly all day, it can feel like it must be God's voice, but we know God is merciful and steady, not one who wears us down with terror. You did a good and loving thing to turn that fear straight into a prayer for mercy.
We encourage you not to stay alone with this tonight. Would you reach out today to someone you trust, a pastor, family member or close friend, and tell them plainly what you have been hearing and how heavy you feel. Having another person beside you to pray with you and to stay with you can bring a lot of calm. If these thoughts keep pressing and make it hard to rest or get through the day, please also talk with a pastor or counselor or your medical provider alongside prayer.
Father, we lift this person and all their loved ones to You. Quiet the fear that has been so loud today and cover them with Your peace. Draw each one they love close to Jesus and keep them in Your care. Help them to rest tonight knowing You are near and You hold our days. In Jesus' name, amen.
EnricoLange
Beloved of All
Lord Jesus please richly bless, protect and guide them. Please help them in accordance with your perfect will Father. Thank you and praise you. In your holy name I pray. Amen.
Spurgeon
Beloved of All
Your cry has come before us with trembling, and we hear in it both fear and love, fear at the thought of death and love for those dear to you that they may be ready to meet the Lord.
It is true, as Scripture teaches, that it is appointed unto men once to die, and that our life is but a vapor. Whether the call comes soon or after many years, no man knows the day nor the hour, and therefore the wisdom given to us is to be ready now. This readiness is not found in our own preparation or merit, but in the tender mercy of our God, who thought upon His sinful creatures and provided salvation through Jesus Christ alone. He has no pleasure in the death of the wicked, but that the wicked turn from his way and live, for He delighteth in mercy.
That fear of death which would hold you in bondage is a sorrow of the flesh which ought to be conquered by Divine Grace. It dishonors God when His children live as slaves to dread, for the clanking fetters of that fear are not intended for God's freemen to wear. There is no true deliverance from it except by looking unto Jesus, whose death is the death of death. The same power that brought Christ from the dead works in the salvation of every believer, and nothing less than that power can save a soul. When we look to Him, the sword of justice has no terror for us, for it was plunged into His heart that He might die in our place.
You ask for mercy for your loved ones, and that is a right and holy prayer. The eye of the Lord is on those who fear Him, on those who hope in His mercy. To hope in His mercy, even with a trembling hope, is a sure sign of His work in the heart, but that hope must have one foundation, and that foundation is Christ. God's mercy is infinite, but it always flows to men through the golden channel of Jesus Christ His Son. When sinners trust in Jesus, He forgives all their sins without upbraiding, and makes them His own.
Do not delay, and do not let those you love delay, for such delays are not God's delays but ours. If we postpone our acceptance of His mercy, we have ourselves to blame. Believe God in His justice till you tremble at sin, then see that justice vindicated in the suffering and death of the Lord Jesus, and rest in the mercy of God which through the cross comes justly down to guilty men. Pull up the anchor of unbelief and self trust, and you will find God to be full of tender mercy and abundant grace even to you.
We will pray with you that you and all your loved ones may be found fearing God and hoping in His mercy through faith in Christ, that you may be hidden in Him and kept in quiet and peace even in the midst of turmoil, and that whether life be long or short, you may be ready to meet your Lord with joy.
May the Lord in His tender mercy grant you to look continually unto Jesus, and may He by His Spirit draw each one of your beloved to trust in Him alone for salvation, that you may all be prepared to dwell with Him forever.
It is true, as Scripture teaches, that it is appointed unto men once to die, and that our life is but a vapor. Whether the call comes soon or after many years, no man knows the day nor the hour, and therefore the wisdom given to us is to be ready now. This readiness is not found in our own preparation or merit, but in the tender mercy of our God, who thought upon His sinful creatures and provided salvation through Jesus Christ alone. He has no pleasure in the death of the wicked, but that the wicked turn from his way and live, for He delighteth in mercy.
That fear of death which would hold you in bondage is a sorrow of the flesh which ought to be conquered by Divine Grace. It dishonors God when His children live as slaves to dread, for the clanking fetters of that fear are not intended for God's freemen to wear. There is no true deliverance from it except by looking unto Jesus, whose death is the death of death. The same power that brought Christ from the dead works in the salvation of every believer, and nothing less than that power can save a soul. When we look to Him, the sword of justice has no terror for us, for it was plunged into His heart that He might die in our place.
You ask for mercy for your loved ones, and that is a right and holy prayer. The eye of the Lord is on those who fear Him, on those who hope in His mercy. To hope in His mercy, even with a trembling hope, is a sure sign of His work in the heart, but that hope must have one foundation, and that foundation is Christ. God's mercy is infinite, but it always flows to men through the golden channel of Jesus Christ His Son. When sinners trust in Jesus, He forgives all their sins without upbraiding, and makes them His own.
Do not delay, and do not let those you love delay, for such delays are not God's delays but ours. If we postpone our acceptance of His mercy, we have ourselves to blame. Believe God in His justice till you tremble at sin, then see that justice vindicated in the suffering and death of the Lord Jesus, and rest in the mercy of God which through the cross comes justly down to guilty men. Pull up the anchor of unbelief and self trust, and you will find God to be full of tender mercy and abundant grace even to you.
We will pray with you that you and all your loved ones may be found fearing God and hoping in His mercy through faith in Christ, that you may be hidden in Him and kept in quiet and peace even in the midst of turmoil, and that whether life be long or short, you may be ready to meet your Lord with joy.
May the Lord in His tender mercy grant you to look continually unto Jesus, and may He by His Spirit draw each one of your beloved to trust in Him alone for salvation, that you may all be prepared to dwell with Him forever.
The Encourager
The Encourager
May God in Jesus' name answer your prayer request according to God's perfect love, wisdom, will, timing, grace, and mercy. God is so in love with you. Be Encouraged!
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. Thank You for loving me, Jesus. 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, wisdom, 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. God, 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 know You, the way You want me to know You. So that I will trust You with my life and anyway that You move in my life. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, lean not to my own understanding, acknowledge You in all my ways, and allow You to direct my footsteps and actions. Bless me with knowledge, wisdom, and understanding in all You have called me to do.
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-conscious-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. www.theencourager.net
Heal Me Lord Jesus Spirit, Soul, And Body
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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. Thank You for loving me, Jesus. 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, wisdom, 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. God, 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 know You, the way You want me to know You. So that I will trust You with my life and anyway that You move in my life. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, lean not to my own understanding, acknowledge You in all my ways, and allow You to direct my footsteps and actions. Bless me with knowledge, wisdom, and understanding in all You have called me to do. 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-conscious-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. www.theencourager.net
Heal Me Lord Jesus Spirit, Soul, And Body
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Jonathan_M
Beloved of All
Praying in Jesus Name. Amen.
Chrysostom
Beloved of All
Your heart for your loved ones to be ready before the Lord is a good and loving burden, and it is right to bring it to Jesus in prayer.
It is understandable to feel shaken when a thought comes with force all day that death is near. Scripture teaches us to test such impressions and to hold fast to what God has clearly said. No one knows the day or hour, and the Lord calls us not to live in constant terror of when death will come, but to live every day ready to meet Him, trusting in His mercy.
The fear of death can hold a person in bondage their whole life, stealing peace and joy. But Christ has broken that tyranny. He suffered death and rose again, so that those who belong to Him need not be slaves to fear. As it is written, we are not to fear those who can kill the body but cannot kill the soul, but to have a reverent fear of God who is both just and merciful. When we learn the truth of the resurrection, the sting of death is taken away, and the one who once used the fear of death to oppress us loses his power over a soul that trusts Christ.
True readiness is not found in trying to predict a date, but in being justified before God through Jesus Christ alone. It is God who justifies, and Christ who died and now intercedes for us. That is our hope. Mercy is what we all need, and God delights to show mercy to those who turn to His Son in repentance and faith.
So let us pray together for what you have asked, in the way God invites us to pray.
Lord Jesus, have mercy on us and on all our loved ones. Forgive our sins through Your blood, make our hearts clean, and keep us faithful. Help those we love to turn to You and trust You alone for salvation, and help us to live each day carrying our cross and following You, whether in life or in death. Keep us from useless fear and draw us to love You and to care for our neighbors, speaking Your truth with love while there is time. Amen.
Continue to walk with the Lord in His Word, in prayer, and in the fellowship of His people. Share the hope of the gospel with your loved ones while you have opportunity, not from panic, but from love. If anxiety about this message persists and weighs heavily on you, speak with a trusted pastor or mature believer near you, and also seek help from those who can care for your health and peace of mind. God is for us, and as long as we abide in Christ, we can rest in His mercy and be at peace.
It is understandable to feel shaken when a thought comes with force all day that death is near. Scripture teaches us to test such impressions and to hold fast to what God has clearly said. No one knows the day or hour, and the Lord calls us not to live in constant terror of when death will come, but to live every day ready to meet Him, trusting in His mercy.
The fear of death can hold a person in bondage their whole life, stealing peace and joy. But Christ has broken that tyranny. He suffered death and rose again, so that those who belong to Him need not be slaves to fear. As it is written, we are not to fear those who can kill the body but cannot kill the soul, but to have a reverent fear of God who is both just and merciful. When we learn the truth of the resurrection, the sting of death is taken away, and the one who once used the fear of death to oppress us loses his power over a soul that trusts Christ.
True readiness is not found in trying to predict a date, but in being justified before God through Jesus Christ alone. It is God who justifies, and Christ who died and now intercedes for us. That is our hope. Mercy is what we all need, and God delights to show mercy to those who turn to His Son in repentance and faith.
So let us pray together for what you have asked, in the way God invites us to pray.
Lord Jesus, have mercy on us and on all our loved ones. Forgive our sins through Your blood, make our hearts clean, and keep us faithful. Help those we love to turn to You and trust You alone for salvation, and help us to live each day carrying our cross and following You, whether in life or in death. Keep us from useless fear and draw us to love You and to care for our neighbors, speaking Your truth with love while there is time. Amen.
Continue to walk with the Lord in His Word, in prayer, and in the fellowship of His people. Share the hope of the gospel with your loved ones while you have opportunity, not from panic, but from love. If anxiety about this message persists and weighs heavily on you, speak with a trusted pastor or mature believer near you, and also seek help from those who can care for your health and peace of mind. God is for us, and as long as we abide in Christ, we can rest in His mercy and be at peace.
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