Humility and turning to the Lord
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We hear your cry for help, dear brother or sister in Christ, and we join with you in turning to the Lord with repentant and humble hearts. Your honesty about the struggles of self-centeredness, hard-heartedness, and the creeping influence of worldliness is a crucial first step toward restoration. The Scriptures warn us clearly about the dangers you describe: *"For where jealousy and selfish ambition exist, there is disorder and every evil thing"* (James 3:16). Covetousness and envy are not merely personal failings—they are idolatry, as Colossians 3:5 reminds us: *"Put to death therefore your members which are on the earth: sexual immorality, uncleanness, depraved passion, evil desire, and covetousness, which is idolatry."*
The world’s values—self-promotion, materialism, and the pursuit of personal ambition—can easily take root in our hearts if we are not vigilant. But the Lord calls us to a different standard: *"Do not love the world or the things that are in the world. If anyone loves the world, the Father’s love isn’t in him. For all that is in the world—the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life—isn’t the Father’s, but is the world’s"* (1 John 2:15-16). When we fix our eyes on earthly things, our hearts grow hard, and our faith weakens. But when we turn our gaze to Christ, He softens our hearts and renews our minds.
Your plea to be freed from excessive superstition and pride is also deeply important. Superstition often stems from a desire to control outcomes or seek security outside of God’s sovereignty. But the Lord calls us to trust in Him alone: *"Trust in Yahweh with all your heart, and don’t lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight"* (Proverbs 3:5-6). Pride, too, is a snare that elevates us above God’s will. Scripture is clear: *"God resists the proud, but gives grace to the humble"* (James 4:6). Humility is not thinking less of ourselves but thinking of ourselves less—fixing our eyes on Christ and His sufficiency.
Let us pray together now:
Heavenly Father, we come before You with heavy hearts, acknowledging the ways we have allowed the world to creep into our minds and harden our spirits. Lord, we repent of our self-centeredness, our envy, and our selfish ambitions. Forgive us for seeking fulfillment in anything other than You. We confess that we have not exercised faith as we should, and we ask You to renew our trust in You. Turn our gaze back to You, Lord, that we may see Your glory and find our joy in You alone.
Father, we renounce the pride that has lifted us up in our own eyes and the superstitions that have drawn our focus away from Your sovereignty. Humble us, Lord, and teach us to walk in dependence on You. Purify our hearts from the love of this world and fill us with a hunger for Your Word and Your presence. Help us to die to self daily and to live for Christ, who gave Himself for us.
We ask for the strength to resist the temptations of covetousness and envy, and to celebrate the blessings You have given to others. Let Your peace guard our hearts and minds in Christ Jesus, and may Your Holy Spirit empower us to walk in humility and faith. We surrender our ambitions, our desires, and our very lives to You, trusting that Your plans for us are good.
In the mighty name of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Redeemer, we pray. Amen.
Brother or sister, take heart—God is faithful to restore those who turn to Him in repentance. The process of humbling ourselves may feel painful, but it is the path to true freedom and joy. *"Humble yourselves therefore under the mighty hand of God, that he may exalt you in due time"* (1 Peter 5:6). As you seek the Lord, immerse yourself in His Word, surround yourself with godly community, and fix your eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of your faith. The battle against worldliness and pride is ongoing, but Christ has already won the victory. Walk in that truth, and let His grace transform you from the inside out.
The world’s values—self-promotion, materialism, and the pursuit of personal ambition—can easily take root in our hearts if we are not vigilant. But the Lord calls us to a different standard: *"Do not love the world or the things that are in the world. If anyone loves the world, the Father’s love isn’t in him. For all that is in the world—the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life—isn’t the Father’s, but is the world’s"* (1 John 2:15-16). When we fix our eyes on earthly things, our hearts grow hard, and our faith weakens. But when we turn our gaze to Christ, He softens our hearts and renews our minds.
Your plea to be freed from excessive superstition and pride is also deeply important. Superstition often stems from a desire to control outcomes or seek security outside of God’s sovereignty. But the Lord calls us to trust in Him alone: *"Trust in Yahweh with all your heart, and don’t lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight"* (Proverbs 3:5-6). Pride, too, is a snare that elevates us above God’s will. Scripture is clear: *"God resists the proud, but gives grace to the humble"* (James 4:6). Humility is not thinking less of ourselves but thinking of ourselves less—fixing our eyes on Christ and His sufficiency.
Let us pray together now:
Heavenly Father, we come before You with heavy hearts, acknowledging the ways we have allowed the world to creep into our minds and harden our spirits. Lord, we repent of our self-centeredness, our envy, and our selfish ambitions. Forgive us for seeking fulfillment in anything other than You. We confess that we have not exercised faith as we should, and we ask You to renew our trust in You. Turn our gaze back to You, Lord, that we may see Your glory and find our joy in You alone.
Father, we renounce the pride that has lifted us up in our own eyes and the superstitions that have drawn our focus away from Your sovereignty. Humble us, Lord, and teach us to walk in dependence on You. Purify our hearts from the love of this world and fill us with a hunger for Your Word and Your presence. Help us to die to self daily and to live for Christ, who gave Himself for us.
We ask for the strength to resist the temptations of covetousness and envy, and to celebrate the blessings You have given to others. Let Your peace guard our hearts and minds in Christ Jesus, and may Your Holy Spirit empower us to walk in humility and faith. We surrender our ambitions, our desires, and our very lives to You, trusting that Your plans for us are good.
In the mighty name of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Redeemer, we pray. Amen.
Brother or sister, take heart—God is faithful to restore those who turn to Him in repentance. The process of humbling ourselves may feel painful, but it is the path to true freedom and joy. *"Humble yourselves therefore under the mighty hand of God, that he may exalt you in due time"* (1 Peter 5:6). As you seek the Lord, immerse yourself in His Word, surround yourself with godly community, and fix your eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of your faith. The battle against worldliness and pride is ongoing, but Christ has already won the victory. Walk in that truth, and let His grace transform you from the inside out.
We hear you, dear friend, and we're right there with you, turning to the Lord with humble hearts. It's so easy to get caught up in the world's ways, isn't it? Self-centeredness, hardness of heart, even superstitions can creep in without us even realizing it. But the good news is, the Lord is faithful to meet us right where we are, just as we are.
Let's not forget, Jesus said, "Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven" (Matthew 5:3). Humility isn't about thinking less of ourselves, but about thinking of ourselves less. It's about fixing our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith.
Let's pray together:
Lord, we come before You today, acknowledging the ways we've let the world influence our hearts. We confess our self-centeredness, our envy, our covetousness. We've not loved You with all our hearts, and we're sorry. Please forgive us and help us turn our gaze back to You.
Help us to trust in Your sovereignty, Lord. Help us to let go of our pride and our superstitions, and to rest in Your love for us. Fill us with Your Holy Spirit, that we might walk in humility and faith.
In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
Remember, friend, God is in the business of transforming hearts. Keep seeking Him, keep trusting Him, and watch as He works in you. You're not alone in this. We're in this together.
Let's not forget, Jesus said, "Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven" (Matthew 5:3). Humility isn't about thinking less of ourselves, but about thinking of ourselves less. It's about fixing our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith.
Let's pray together:
Lord, we come before You today, acknowledging the ways we've let the world influence our hearts. We confess our self-centeredness, our envy, our covetousness. We've not loved You with all our hearts, and we're sorry. Please forgive us and help us turn our gaze back to You.
Help us to trust in Your sovereignty, Lord. Help us to let go of our pride and our superstitions, and to rest in Your love for us. Fill us with Your Holy Spirit, that we might walk in humility and faith.
In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
Remember, friend, God is in the business of transforming hearts. Keep seeking Him, keep trusting Him, and watch as He works in you. You're not alone in this. We're in this together.
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”
The Encourager
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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-Prayer Warrior-Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach. www.theencourager.net
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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. www.theencourager.net
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”
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
We want to thank you for the humility and honesty it took to share your heart with us, allowing us to stand alongside you in prayer during this time of spiritual struggle. It is a sacred privilege to lift your burdens before the Lord, asking Him to soften your heart, renew your faith, and draw your gaze back to His perfect love and truth.
We have been praying that the Holy Spirit would convict and cleanse you of worldliness, covetousness, envy, and selfish ambition—those subtle but destructive influences that can so easily take root. We asked the Lord to help you release any excessive superstition or pride, replacing them with a spirit of humility and dependence on Him alone. Most of all, we prayed that you would experience the freedom and joy that come from fixing your eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith.
If the Lord has answered these prayers in any way—if you’ve sensed His presence drawing you back, if your heart feels lighter, or if you’ve found strength to turn away from these struggles—we would be so encouraged to hear your praise report. Your testimony could be a blessing to others walking a similar path.
If, however, you’re still wrestling with these things, please don’t hesitate to post your request again. We are here to continue praying with you, believing that God is at work even when we can’t yet see the fullness of His answer. He is faithful, and His grace is more than sufficient for every battle you face.
May the Lord bless you with His peace as you seek Him with a surrendered heart. May He lift your eyes to His promises and fill you with the assurance that He is making all things new. We stand with you in faith, trusting that He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion.
In Jesus’ Name, we pray. Amen.
We have been praying that the Holy Spirit would convict and cleanse you of worldliness, covetousness, envy, and selfish ambition—those subtle but destructive influences that can so easily take root. We asked the Lord to help you release any excessive superstition or pride, replacing them with a spirit of humility and dependence on Him alone. Most of all, we prayed that you would experience the freedom and joy that come from fixing your eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith.
If the Lord has answered these prayers in any way—if you’ve sensed His presence drawing you back, if your heart feels lighter, or if you’ve found strength to turn away from these struggles—we would be so encouraged to hear your praise report. Your testimony could be a blessing to others walking a similar path.
If, however, you’re still wrestling with these things, please don’t hesitate to post your request again. We are here to continue praying with you, believing that God is at work even when we can’t yet see the fullness of His answer. He is faithful, and His grace is more than sufficient for every battle you face.
May the Lord bless you with His peace as you seek Him with a surrendered heart. May He lift your eyes to His promises and fill you with the assurance that He is making all things new. We stand with you in faith, trusting that He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion.
In Jesus’ Name, we pray. Amen.
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