How to get some good rest
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We understand the deep weariness and urgency in your heart, and we lift you up before the Lord, knowing that He is your refuge and strength in times of trouble. The weight of exhaustion—whether physical, emotional, or spiritual—can feel unbearable, but we serve a God who invites us to cast all our cares upon Him, for He cares for us (1 Peter 5:7). You have rightly called upon the name of Jesus, the only name under heaven by which we are saved and through whom we have access to the Father (Acts 4:12, John 14:6). This is foundational, for without faith in Christ, our prayers are empty. We rejoice that you have placed your trust in Him, and we stand with you in agreement, seeking His perfect will in this season.
Rest is a gift from God, and He desires for His children to find true rest in Him. Jesus Himself said, *"Come to me, all you who labor and are heavily burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart; and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light"* (Matthew 11:28-30). This rest is not just physical but a deep, soul-level peace that comes from surrendering to His sovereignty. If anxiety or the weight of responsibilities is stealing your rest, we encourage you to meditate on Philippians 4:6-7: *"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."*
We also recognize the plea for God’s timing in the lives of those around you. It can be painful to watch others struggle or to feel the urgency of their needs, but we must trust that God’s timing is perfect, even when it doesn’t align with our own desires. Ecclesiastes 3:11 reminds us that *"He has made everything beautiful in its time."* While we wait, we are called to pray fervently and to trust that God is working all things together for good (Romans 8:28). If these "people" you mention are unsaved, we must intercede for their salvation above all else, for what greater gift is there than eternal life in Christ? If they are believers facing trials, we pray for their faith to be strengthened and for them to cling to the hope found in Jesus alone.
As for protection, we stand on the promise of Psalm 91, declaring that *"He who dwells in the secret place of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. ... He will cover you with his feathers. Under his wings you will take refuge. His faithfulness is your shield and rampart"* (Psalm 91:1, 4). The blood of Jesus is indeed our mighty protection, and we plead it over you and those you are praying for, asking God to surround you with His angels (Psalm 34:7) and to thwart every plan of the enemy. Remember, though, that protection is not just physical—it is spiritual. Ephesians 6:10-18 calls us to put on the full armor of God so that we can stand firm against the schemes of the devil. Are you daily clothing yourself in truth, righteousness, the gospel of peace, faith, salvation, and the Word of God? These are your defenses in the spiritual battle.
Now, let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, lifting up our brother/sister who is weary and overwhelmed. Lord, You know the depths of their exhaustion—the sleepless nights, the racing thoughts, the physical and emotional toll. We ask You to be their rest, their peace, and their strength. Teach them to cease striving and to trust in Your sovereign care, for You neither slumber nor sleep (Psalm 121:4). Renew their body, mind, and spirit, and help them to prioritize time in Your presence, where true rest is found.
We also lift up the people they are praying for—those who need Your intervention, Your timing, and Your protection. Lord, we ask that You move mightily in their lives. If they do not know You, soften their hearts to receive the gospel. If they are Your children, strengthen their faith and draw them closer to You. Let Your will be done in Your perfect timing, and help our brother/sister to trust You even in the waiting.
We plead the blood of Jesus over them all, asking You to be a hedge of protection around them. Guard them from the enemy’s attacks, from fear, from doubt, and from harm. Send Your angels to encamp around them, and let Your peace, which surpasses all understanding, fill their hearts and minds.
Finally, Lord, we ask that You reveal any areas in their life that may be hindering their rest or their walk with You. If there is unconfessed sin, unforgiveness, or a lack of trust, convict them gently and lead them to repentance. Help them to surrender fully to You, for apart from You, we can do nothing (John 15:5).
We thank You, Father, for hearing our prayers. We trust in Your goodness, Your power, and Your love. May Your name be glorified in this situation, and may Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven. In the precious and mighty name of Jesus we pray, amen.
As you wait on the Lord, we encourage you to practice good stewardship of your body—the temple of the Holy Spirit (1 Corinthians 6:19-20). This includes setting healthy boundaries, prioritizing sleep, and seeking medical advice if sleeplessness persists, for God often uses means to answer our prayers. Avoid stimulants before bed, and fill your mind with Scripture or worship rather than the distractions of this world. Most importantly, abide in Christ. He is your rest, your protector, and your hope. Keep seeking Him, and He will faithfully sustain you.
Rest is a gift from God, and He desires for His children to find true rest in Him. Jesus Himself said, *"Come to me, all you who labor and are heavily burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart; and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light"* (Matthew 11:28-30). This rest is not just physical but a deep, soul-level peace that comes from surrendering to His sovereignty. If anxiety or the weight of responsibilities is stealing your rest, we encourage you to meditate on Philippians 4:6-7: *"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."*
We also recognize the plea for God’s timing in the lives of those around you. It can be painful to watch others struggle or to feel the urgency of their needs, but we must trust that God’s timing is perfect, even when it doesn’t align with our own desires. Ecclesiastes 3:11 reminds us that *"He has made everything beautiful in its time."* While we wait, we are called to pray fervently and to trust that God is working all things together for good (Romans 8:28). If these "people" you mention are unsaved, we must intercede for their salvation above all else, for what greater gift is there than eternal life in Christ? If they are believers facing trials, we pray for their faith to be strengthened and for them to cling to the hope found in Jesus alone.
As for protection, we stand on the promise of Psalm 91, declaring that *"He who dwells in the secret place of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. ... He will cover you with his feathers. Under his wings you will take refuge. His faithfulness is your shield and rampart"* (Psalm 91:1, 4). The blood of Jesus is indeed our mighty protection, and we plead it over you and those you are praying for, asking God to surround you with His angels (Psalm 34:7) and to thwart every plan of the enemy. Remember, though, that protection is not just physical—it is spiritual. Ephesians 6:10-18 calls us to put on the full armor of God so that we can stand firm against the schemes of the devil. Are you daily clothing yourself in truth, righteousness, the gospel of peace, faith, salvation, and the Word of God? These are your defenses in the spiritual battle.
Now, let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, lifting up our brother/sister who is weary and overwhelmed. Lord, You know the depths of their exhaustion—the sleepless nights, the racing thoughts, the physical and emotional toll. We ask You to be their rest, their peace, and their strength. Teach them to cease striving and to trust in Your sovereign care, for You neither slumber nor sleep (Psalm 121:4). Renew their body, mind, and spirit, and help them to prioritize time in Your presence, where true rest is found.
We also lift up the people they are praying for—those who need Your intervention, Your timing, and Your protection. Lord, we ask that You move mightily in their lives. If they do not know You, soften their hearts to receive the gospel. If they are Your children, strengthen their faith and draw them closer to You. Let Your will be done in Your perfect timing, and help our brother/sister to trust You even in the waiting.
We plead the blood of Jesus over them all, asking You to be a hedge of protection around them. Guard them from the enemy’s attacks, from fear, from doubt, and from harm. Send Your angels to encamp around them, and let Your peace, which surpasses all understanding, fill their hearts and minds.
Finally, Lord, we ask that You reveal any areas in their life that may be hindering their rest or their walk with You. If there is unconfessed sin, unforgiveness, or a lack of trust, convict them gently and lead them to repentance. Help them to surrender fully to You, for apart from You, we can do nothing (John 15:5).
We thank You, Father, for hearing our prayers. We trust in Your goodness, Your power, and Your love. May Your name be glorified in this situation, and may Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven. In the precious and mighty name of Jesus we pray, amen.
As you wait on the Lord, we encourage you to practice good stewardship of your body—the temple of the Holy Spirit (1 Corinthians 6:19-20). This includes setting healthy boundaries, prioritizing sleep, and seeking medical advice if sleeplessness persists, for God often uses means to answer our prayers. Avoid stimulants before bed, and fill your mind with Scripture or worship rather than the distractions of this world. Most importantly, abide in Christ. He is your rest, your protector, and your hope. Keep seeking Him, and He will faithfully sustain you.
We're here with you, dear friend, standing in the gap and lifting you up to our Heavenly Father. We know the weight of overwhelm can be crushing, but remember, He is near, He cares, and He's got this. In Matthew 11:28-30, Jesus says, "Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest." He's inviting you to lay down your burdens, to trust Him, and to find rest in Him.
We're also praying for those people you mentioned, that they would come into God's perfect timing. We trust that He sees their needs, their struggles, and their hearts. We're asking for their salvation if they don't know Jesus, and for their faith to be strengthened if they do. We're pleading the blood of Jesus over them, asking for His protection and peace to surround them.
As you wait on the Lord, remember to take care of your body, the temple of the Holy Spirit. Prioritize sleep, set healthy boundaries, and fill your mind with Scripture. Most importantly, keep seeking Jesus. He is your rest, your protector, and your hope.
We're praying all this in Jesus' name, amen. You're not alone in this. We're here, and so is our mighty God. Trust Him, rest in Him, and keep seeking Him.
We're also praying for those people you mentioned, that they would come into God's perfect timing. We trust that He sees their needs, their struggles, and their hearts. We're asking for their salvation if they don't know Jesus, and for their faith to be strengthened if they do. We're pleading the blood of Jesus over them, asking for His protection and peace to surround them.
As you wait on the Lord, remember to take care of your body, the temple of the Holy Spirit. Prioritize sleep, set healthy boundaries, and fill your mind with Scripture. Most importantly, keep seeking Jesus. He is your rest, your protector, and your hope.
We're praying all this in Jesus' name, amen. You're not alone in this. We're here, and so is our mighty God. Trust Him, rest in Him, and keep seeking Him.
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. God Loves You. 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 ### M.A.- 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 ### M.A.- Prayer Warrior-Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach.
Healed Spirit Soul And Body
Healed Spirit Soul And Body
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Father, please meet deepest spiritual, physical, emotional, financial needs according to Your Will and timing in Jesus Name Amen
"May the Lord bless you and protect you. May the Lord smile on you and be gracious to you. May the Lord show you his favor and give you his peace." Numbers 6:24-26
"May the Lord bless you and protect you. May the Lord smile on you and be gracious to you. May the Lord show you his favor and give you his peace." Numbers 6:24-26
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)
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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 the honor of lifting your need for rest—and the weight of this overwhelming season—before the Lord alongside you. These past days, we have continued to pray that God would surround you with His perfect peace, renew your strength, and move mightily in the timing only He can ordain. We’ve asked Him to be your shield and refuge, covering you in the protection of His precious blood, just as you’ve requested, and to bring swift relief to your weary heart.
If the Lord has granted you rest or provided breakthrough in this situation, we’d love for you to share a praise report with us—your testimony could be the very encouragement someone else needs today. And if the burden still feels heavy or the answer hasn’t yet come, please don’t hesitate to post this request again as a new prayer. We are here to stand with you for as long as it takes, trusting that God is faithful and that He hears every cry of His child.
May you feel His presence tangibly as you lean on Him, and may He carry you when the load feels too great. We’re believing with you that His strength will sustain you, His timing will prove perfect, and His protection will remain your sure defense. Pray in Jesus Name.
If the Lord has granted you rest or provided breakthrough in this situation, we’d love for you to share a praise report with us—your testimony could be the very encouragement someone else needs today. And if the burden still feels heavy or the answer hasn’t yet come, please don’t hesitate to post this request again as a new prayer. We are here to stand with you for as long as it takes, trusting that God is faithful and that He hears every cry of His child.
May you feel His presence tangibly as you lean on Him, and may He carry you when the load feels too great. We’re believing with you that His strength will sustain you, His timing will prove perfect, and His protection will remain your sure defense. Pray in Jesus Name.
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