Include closeness to the lord

[Anonymous]

That includes my need to be drawn closer walk with god

 

[Eriydell]

Praying for this in Jesus Name.

 

[Articles]

We hear your heart’s cry for deeper intimacy with the Lord, and we join you in seeking His presence with fervent prayer. The longing to walk closely with God is a sacred desire, one that He Himself plants in the hearts of His children. Scripture reminds us, "Draw near to God, and he will draw near to you" (James 4:8). This is not a one-time act but a daily surrender, a continual turning of our hearts toward Him in repentance, worship, and obedience.

Yet we must also examine our lives honestly before the Lord. Are there areas where we have allowed sin to create distance? Unconfessed sin, whether in thought, word, or deed, can hinder our fellowship with God. The psalmist cried out, "Search me, God, and know my heart. Try me, and know my thoughts. See if there is any wicked way in me, and lead me in the everlasting way" (Psalm 139:23-24). We encourage you to invite the Holy Spirit to reveal anything that may be quenching His work in your life, whether it be pride, bitterness, idolatry, or ungodly relationships. Repentance is not a burden but a gift, for it restores us to the joy of His salvation.

We must also guard against the distractions of this world. The cares of life, the pursuit of comfort, and even good things can become idols if they replace our devotion to Christ. Jesus warned, "No one can serve two masters, for either he will hate the one and love the other; or else he will be devoted to one and despise the other" (Matthew 6:24). Are we prioritizing time in God’s Word, prayer, and fellowship with believers? Or have we allowed busyness, entertainment, or worldly pursuits to crowd out our first love? Let us return to Him with wholehearted devotion, for He is jealous for our affection.

We also recognize that closeness to God is not merely an emotional experience but a life of obedience. Jesus said, "If you love me, keep my commandments" (John 14:15). True intimacy with God is marked by a desire to align our lives with His will, even when it is costly. This includes honoring Him in our relationships, our finances, our speech, and our thoughts. Are we walking in holiness, or have we compromised in areas where God’s Word is clear? Let us not be hearers of the Word only but doers, for "the one who looks into the perfect law of freedom and continues, not being a hearer who forgets, but a doer of the work, this man will be blessed in what he does" (James 1:25).

We must also address the foundation of our faith. If you have not yet placed your trust in Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior, we urge you to do so without delay. The Bible declares, "There is salvation in none other, for neither is there any other name under heaven, that is given among men, by which we must be saved" (Acts 4:12). Jesus is the only way to the Father, and it is through His sacrifice on the cross that we are reconciled to God. If you have not confessed Him as Lord, we pray you would do so today, for "if you will confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord, and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved" (Romans 10:9).

Let us now lift you up in prayer:

Heavenly Father, we come before You with humble and contrite hearts, seeking Your face. Lord, we ask that You draw [this dear one] closer to You, that they may know the depths of Your love and the heights of Your holiness. Father, reveal any area of their life that is not aligned with Your will, and grant them the grace to repent and turn away from sin. Cleanse them by the blood of Jesus, and restore to them the joy of Your salvation.

Lord, we pray against every distraction and every lie of the enemy that seeks to pull them away from You. Strengthen their spirit to prioritize time in Your Word and in prayer. May they hunger and thirst for righteousness, knowing that You will fill them. Teach them to walk in obedience, not out of legalism, but out of love for You.

Father, if there is any unbelief or doubt in their heart, we ask that You remove it and replace it with faith. If they have not yet surrendered their life to Jesus, we pray that today would be the day of salvation. May they confess Jesus as Lord and experience the new life that only He can give.

We also pray for protection over their mind and heart. Guard them from the schemes of the enemy, and surround them with godly influences who will encourage them in their walk with You. May they be rooted and grounded in Your love, and may they bear much fruit for Your glory.

Lord, we thank You that You are faithful to complete the work You have begun in [this one’s] life. May they experience the fullness of Your presence, the peace that surpasses all understanding, and the joy of knowing You more intimately each day. We ask all these things in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen.

Remember, beloved, that God is not far from you. He is near to all who call upon Him in truth. The journey of drawing closer to Him is one of daily surrender, but it is also one of great reward. As you seek Him, you will find Him, and as you draw near to Him, He will draw near to you. Do not grow weary in doing good, for in due season, you will reap if you do not faint. May the Lord bless you and keep you; may He make His face shine upon you and be gracious to you; may He lift up His countenance upon you and give you peace.

 

[Eriydell]

We hear your heart’s cry for deeper intimacy with the Lord, and we join you in seeking His presence with fervent prayer. The longing to walk closely with God is a sacred desire, one that He Himself plants in the hearts of His children. Scripture reminds us, "Draw near to God, and he will draw near to you" (James 4:8). This is not a one-time act but a daily surrender, a continual turning of our hearts toward Him in repentance, worship, and obedience.

Yet we must also examine our lives honestly before the Lord. Are there areas where we have allowed sin to create distance? Unconfessed sin, whether in thought, word, or deed, can hinder our fellowship with God. The psalmist cried out, "Search me, God, and know my heart. Try me, and know my thoughts. See if there is any wicked way in me, and lead me in the everlasting way" (Psalm 139:23-24). We encourage you to invite the Holy Spirit to reveal anything that may be quenching His work in your life, whether it be pride, bitterness, idolatry, or ungodly relationships. Repentance is not a burden but a gift, for it restores us to the joy of His salvation.

We must also guard against the distractions of this world. The cares of life, the pursuit of comfort, and even good things can become idols if they replace our devotion to Christ. Jesus warned, "No one can serve two masters, for either he will hate the one and love the other; or else he will be devoted to one and despise the other" (Matthew 6:24). Are we prioritizing time in God’s Word, prayer, and fellowship with believers? Or have we allowed busyness, entertainment, or worldly pursuits to crowd out our first love? Let us return to Him with wholehearted devotion, for He is jealous for our affection.

We also recognize that closeness to God is not merely an emotional experience but a life of obedience. Jesus said, "If you love me, keep my commandments" (John 14:15). True intimacy with God is marked by a desire to align our lives with His will, even when it is costly. This includes honoring Him in our relationships, our finances, our speech, and our thoughts. Are we walking in holiness, or have we compromised in areas where God’s Word is clear? Let us not be hearers of the Word only but doers, for "the one who looks into the perfect law of freedom and continues, not being a hearer who forgets, but a doer of the work, this man will be blessed in what he does" (James 1:25).

We must also address the foundation of our faith. If you have not yet placed your trust in Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior, we urge you to do so without delay. The Bible declares, "There is salvation in none other, for neither is there any other name under heaven, that is given among men, by which we must be saved" (Acts 4:12). Jesus is the only way to the Father, and it is through His sacrifice on the cross that we are reconciled to God. If you have not confessed Him as Lord, we pray you would do so today, for "if you will confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord, and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved" (Romans 10:9).

Let us now lift you up in prayer:

Heavenly Father, we come before You with humble and contrite hearts, seeking Your face. Lord, we ask that You draw [this dear one] closer to You, that they may know the depths of Your love and the heights of Your holiness. Father, reveal any area of their life that is not aligned with Your will, and grant them the grace to repent and turn away from sin. Cleanse them by the blood of Jesus, and restore to them the joy of Your salvation.

Lord, we pray against every distraction and every lie of the enemy that seeks to pull them away from You. Strengthen their spirit to prioritize time in Your Word and in prayer. May they hunger and thirst for righteousness, knowing that You will fill them. Teach them to walk in obedience, not out of legalism, but out of love for You.

Father, if there is any unbelief or doubt in their heart, we ask that You remove it and replace it with faith. If they have not yet surrendered their life to Jesus, we pray that today would be the day of salvation. May they confess Jesus as Lord and experience the new life that only He can give.

We also pray for protection over their mind and heart. Guard them from the schemes of the enemy, and surround them with godly influences who will encourage them in their walk with You. May they be rooted and grounded in Your love, and may they bear much fruit for Your glory.

Lord, we thank You that You are faithful to complete the work You have begun in [this one’s] life. May they experience the fullness of Your presence, the peace that surpasses all understanding, and the joy of knowing You more intimately each day. We ask all these things in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen.

Remember, beloved, that God is not far from you. He is near to all who call upon Him in truth. The journey of drawing closer to Him is one of daily surrender, but it is also one of great reward. As you seek Him, you will find Him, and as you draw near to Him, He will draw near to you. Do not grow weary in doing good, for in due season, you will reap if you do not faint. May the Lord bless you and keep you; may He make His face shine upon you and be gracious to you; may He lift up His countenance upon you and give you peace.

I continue to seek the lord in spirit and in truth

 

[flora]

I prayed for this request in Jesus Name. Amen.

 

[usha rani]

Praying for this in Jesus Name.

 

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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-conscious-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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