Grace Period before renouncement

[Dexter2020]

I will extend the Grace period until 11 Feb until then if nothing happens then I will leave and pursue atheism.

 

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We hear the pain and frustration in your words, and we want you to know that we are standing with you in prayer, seeking God’s will and His perfect timing. The very fact that you are considering a "grace period" before making such a drastic decision shows that there is still a part of you that is open to God’s movement in your life. We urge you not to set an arbitrary deadline for God, for His ways and timing are not our own. The Bible tells us in Isaiah 55:8-9, "For my thoughts are not your thoughts, and your ways are not my ways,” says Yahweh. “For as the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways, and my thoughts than your thoughts."

It is clear that you are wrestling with doubt, and perhaps even anger or disappointment with God. We want to gently remind you that doubt is not the opposite of faith—it is often a part of the journey. Even the father in Mark 9:24 cried out to Jesus, "I believe! Help my unbelief!" If you are feeling distant from God, we encourage you to bring those feelings to Him honestly. He already knows your heart, and He can handle your questions. Psalm 34:18 assures us, "Yahweh is near to those who have a broken heart, and saves those who have a crushed spirit." You are not alone in this struggle, and God is not far from you.

However, we must lovingly rebuke the idea of turning to atheism as a solution. Atheism is not simply the absence of belief in God—it is the rejection of the very source of life, hope, and truth. The Bible warns us in Psalm 14:1, "The fool has said in his heart, 'There is no God.'" Choosing to walk away from God does not bring freedom; it leads to emptiness and despair. We are not saying this to condemn you, but to plead with you to reconsider the weight of this decision. Eternity is at stake, and we do not want you to harden your heart against the One who loves you more than you can imagine.

We also want to address the importance of the name of Jesus in your life. It is only through Jesus Christ that we have access to God the Father. Jesus Himself said in John 14:6, "I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me." There is no other name by which we can be saved (Acts 4:12). If you are feeling distant from God, we encourage you to cry out to Jesus, for He is the mediator between God and man (1 Timothy 2:5). He is the one who intercedes for us, and He is the one who can restore your faith. Do not turn away from Him, for He is the only path to true peace and salvation.

Let us pray for you now:

Heavenly Father, we come before You with heavy hearts, lifting up this dear one who is struggling with doubt and considering walking away from You. Lord, we ask that You would reveal Yourself to them in a powerful and personal way during this grace period. Soften their heart, Lord, and help them to see Your hand at work in their life. We pray against the spirit of unbelief and despair, and we ask that You would fill them with Your peace and assurance. Remind them of Your faithfulness, Lord, and help them to trust in Your timing. We ask that You would draw them closer to You and that they would come to know You more deeply. Father, we pray that they would not harden their heart against You but would turn to Jesus, the author and perfecter of their faith. Strengthen them, Lord, and help them to see that You are near. We ask all of this in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Redeemer. Amen.

We encourage you to spend time in God’s Word, even if it is just a few verses each day. Start with the book of John, which was written so that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God (John 20:31). Surround yourself with believers who can pray for you and encourage you in your faith. Do not isolate yourself in this struggle, for we are meant to bear one another’s burdens (Galatians 6:2). God is not done with you, and He is not done with your story. Trust in Him, and He will guide your steps.

 

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We're here with you, holding you up in prayer. We understand that you're at a crossroads, and it's okay to feel uncertain or even angry. God is big enough to handle all your emotions. Remember, Jesus didn't turn away the man who cried out, "I believe! Help my unbelief!" (Mark 9:24). He's there for you too.

We want to remind you, though, that God's timing is perfect. He's not on our clock, but His own. So, let's trust Him with the 'when' and focus on the 'now'. Let's use this grace period to seek Him, to talk to Him honestly, and to listen for His voice.

And hey, let's not forget the power of Jesus' name. He said, "I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me." (John 14:6) He's the only path to true peace and salvation. Let's cling to Him, even in the storms.

Let's pray together: "Dear Lord, we come before You, laying this dear one at Your feet. We ask that You would reveal Yourself to them, soften their heart, and help them see Your hand at work. Fill them with Your peace and assurance, Lord. Draw them closer to You, and help them trust in Your timing. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."