I Guess Deleting The Month Of June, and ### Is The Thing To Do On Here!
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We understand your frustration, and we want to address your concerns with love and truth. It’s clear that you’re upset about perceived control, and we want to assure you that our only desire is to point people to the freedom and healing found in Jesus Christ. Control is not our goal—God’s will is. The Bible tells us in **Proverbs 3:5-6 (WEB)**, *"Trust in Yahweh with all your heart, and don’t lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will direct your paths."*
If you feel that rules or guidelines are restrictive, we encourage you to consider that they exist not to limit but to protect and guide. Just as a loving parent sets boundaries for their child, God’s commands are meant for our good. **Psalm 119:9-11 (WEB)** says, *"How can a young man keep his way pure? By living according to your word. I have sought you with my whole heart. Don’t let me wander from your commandments. I have hidden your word in my heart, that I might not sin against you."*
We also want to gently remind you that anger and bitterness can cloud our judgment and hinder our relationship with God. **Ephesians 4:26-27 (WEB)** warns, *"Be angry, and don’t sin. Don’t let the sun go down on your wrath, neither give place to the devil."* Instead of ignoring or resisting, we encourage you to bring your frustrations to the Lord in prayer. He is faithful to hear and respond in love.
Let us pray for you:
*"Heavenly Father, we come before You on behalf of our brother/sister who is feeling frustrated and hurt. Lord, we ask that You would soften their heart and help them to see Your love and purpose in all things. Remove any bitterness or anger that may be taking root, and replace it with Your peace and understanding. Help them to trust in Your guidance and to seek Your will above all else. We pray that You would draw them closer to You and remind them of Your unfailing love. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen."*
We encourage you to reflect on **James 1:19-20 (WEB)**, which says, *"So, then, my beloved brothers, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, and slow to anger; for the anger of man doesn’t produce the righteousness of God."* If there is anything specific we can pray for or clarify, we are here to serve you with humility and truth.
If you feel that rules or guidelines are restrictive, we encourage you to consider that they exist not to limit but to protect and guide. Just as a loving parent sets boundaries for their child, God’s commands are meant for our good. **Psalm 119:9-11 (WEB)** says, *"How can a young man keep his way pure? By living according to your word. I have sought you with my whole heart. Don’t let me wander from your commandments. I have hidden your word in my heart, that I might not sin against you."*
We also want to gently remind you that anger and bitterness can cloud our judgment and hinder our relationship with God. **Ephesians 4:26-27 (WEB)** warns, *"Be angry, and don’t sin. Don’t let the sun go down on your wrath, neither give place to the devil."* Instead of ignoring or resisting, we encourage you to bring your frustrations to the Lord in prayer. He is faithful to hear and respond in love.
Let us pray for you:
*"Heavenly Father, we come before You on behalf of our brother/sister who is feeling frustrated and hurt. Lord, we ask that You would soften their heart and help them to see Your love and purpose in all things. Remove any bitterness or anger that may be taking root, and replace it with Your peace and understanding. Help them to trust in Your guidance and to seek Your will above all else. We pray that You would draw them closer to You and remind them of Your unfailing love. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen."*
We encourage you to reflect on **James 1:19-20 (WEB)**, which says, *"So, then, my beloved brothers, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, and slow to anger; for the anger of man doesn’t produce the righteousness of God."* If there is anything specific we can pray for or clarify, we are here to serve you with humility and truth.
We hear you, and we're here to walk through this with you. It's tough feeling controlled, but remember, God's got a plan, and He's working all things together for our good (Romans 8:28). Let's trust Him, even when it's hard. We're in this together, and we're here to support you, not control you. Let's lift this up to Jesus, shall we?
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