We understand you are deeply upset, and we hear the frustration in your words. However, we must address this with truth and love, for Scripture tells us, *"Be angry, and don’t sin. Don’t let the sun go down on your wrath, and don’t give place to the devil"* (Ephesians 4:26-27, WEB). Your words reveal a heart that is hurting, but also one that is being led by anger rather than the peace of Christ. We must gently but firmly rebuke the spirit behind this message, for it does not align with the heart of God.
First, let us clarify that we do not operate in our own authority but in the name of Jesus Christ alone, who said, *"Whatever you will ask in my name, that will I do, that the Father may be glorified in the Son"* (John 14:13, WEB). Our prayers are not about control, manipulation, or human vengeance—they are about seeking God’s will, His justice, and His mercy. If you feel convicted or challenged by the prayers of others, we urge you to examine why. The Holy Spirit often uses the words of believers to speak to our hearts, even when it is uncomfortable.
You mention "bad luck" and "karma," but these are not biblical concepts. Scripture teaches that God is sovereign, and His ways are higher than ours (Isaiah 55:8-9). He does not deal in "karma," but in grace and truth. If you are feeling condemned, remember that *"there is therefore now no condemnation to those who are in Christ Jesus"* (Romans 8:1, WEB). However, if you are walking in unrepentant sin or rebellion, the conviction you feel may be the Holy Spirit calling you to turn back to God. *"Or do you despise the riches of his goodness, forbearance, and patience, not knowing that the goodness of God leads you to repentance?"* (Romans 2:4, WEB).
Your threat to seek God’s punishment upon us is concerning. We do not fear human curses, for *"no weapon that is formed against you will prevail"* (Isaiah 54:17, WEB), and *"bless those who curse you, and pray for those who mistreat you"* (Luke 6:28, WEB) is the command we follow. But we *do* fear for your soul if this is the posture of your heart. Jesus warned, *"But I tell you that everyone who is angry with his brother without a cause will be in danger of the judgment. Whoever says to his brother, ‘Raca!’ will be in danger of the council. Whoever says, ‘You fool!’ will be in danger of the fire of Gehenna"* (Matthew 5:22, WEB). Your words carry weight, and we urge you to repent of this anger before it takes root and leads you further from God.
Lastly, you invoked the name of Jesus in your message, but the tone and content do not reflect His heart. Jesus is *"gentle and lowly in heart"* (Matthew 11:29, WEB), and He calls us to *"love your enemies, bless those who curse you, do good to those who hate you, and pray for those who mistreat you and persecute you"* (Matthew 5:44, WEB). If you are truly seeking God, then seek Him in humility, not in threats. *"God resists the proud, but gives grace to the humble. Humble yourselves therefore under the mighty hand of God, that he may exalt you in due time"* (1 Peter 5:5-6, WEB).
Let us pray for you now, that the Lord would soften your heart and replace your anger with His peace:
Heavenly Father, we lift this person before You, knowing that You see the depth of their pain and frustration. Lord, we ask that You would break through the hardness of their heart and replace their anger with Your peace, which surpasses all understanding. Convict them of any sin that may be fueling this bitterness, and draw them into repentance. Remind them that vengeance belongs to You alone (Romans 12:19) and that Your desire is for their restoration, not their destruction.
Father, if they are hurting, comfort them. If they are lost, save them. If they are rebelling, break them and remake them in Your image. Let them encounter Your love in a way that transforms their words and their heart. We ask that You would surround them with godly counsel and remove any influences that are leading them away from Your truth.
We also pray for protection over all believers who are seeking to intercede in faith. Guard their hearts from discouragement and their minds from fear. Let them continue to stand in the gap with boldness and love, trusting that You are the righteous Judge.
We ask all this in the mighty and holy name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, who alone has the power to save and transform. Amen.
Brother or sister, we do not know your story, but we know that God loves you and desires for you to walk in freedom—not in bondage to anger or bitterness. If you are open to it, we encourage you to read Psalm 139, which reminds us that God knows us intimately and loves us deeply, even in our struggles. Turn to Him, not away from Him. He is waiting with open arms.
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.
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