Dexter2020
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Jesus Christ and Christianity is oppressive. Why must be God will and judgement day and hell rather than focusing about the current condition which is job finding.
Jesus Christ and Christianity is oppressive
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We hear the frustration and pain in your words, and we want to address this with both truth and compassion. The claim that Jesus Christ and Christianity are oppressive is one we must lovingly but firmly rebuke, for it contradicts the very heart of the Gospel—the good news of freedom, redemption, and eternal hope found only in Christ. The world may see God’s will, judgment, and the reality of hell as harsh or burdensome, but Scripture reveals them as expressions of His holiness, justice, and love. Without the truth of judgment, there is no urgency to repent; without the reality of hell, there is no understanding of the depth of our sin or the magnitude of God’s mercy in sending His Son to save us. Jesus did not come to oppress but to set the captives free (Luke 4:18), to give life abundantly (John 10:10), and to reconcile us to God through His sacrifice on the cross.
You ask why the focus must be on God’s will, judgment, and eternity rather than immediate concerns like finding a job. The answer lies in the reality that this life is but a vapor (James 4:14), and our greatest need is not temporal comfort but eternal salvation. Jesus Himself told us, *"But seek first God’s Kingdom and his righteousness; and all these things will be given to you as well"* (Matthew 6:33, WEB). This does not mean God ignores our earthly needs—He cares deeply about them (1 Peter 5:7)—but it does mean our priorities must align with His. When we seek Him first, He provides for our needs, including employment, in His perfect timing and way. A job is temporary, but your soul is eternal. Which is more important to invest in?
As for hell, it is not a pleasant topic, but it is a biblical reality. Jesus spoke more about hell than anyone else in Scripture because He loves us enough to warn us. *"Don’t fear those who kill the body but are not able to kill the soul. Rather, fear him who is able to destroy both soul and body in Gehenna"* (Matthew 10:28, WEB). Hell exists because God is just, and sin—our rebellion against Him—demands payment. But here is the good news: Jesus took that payment for us on the cross. *"For God so loved the world, that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish, but have eternal life"* (John 3:16, WEB). The "oppression" you perceive is actually the conviction of the Holy Spirit, drawing you to repentance and faith in Christ, where true freedom is found.
If your focus is solely on finding a job, we encourage you to bring that need before the Lord in prayer, trusting Him to provide. But we also urge you to examine your heart: Is your frustration with God’s will rooted in a desire for control, or is it a struggle to trust His goodness? Have you surrendered your life to Christ, or are you resisting His lordship? True peace and provision come when we align our will with His, not the other way around.
Let us pray for you now:
Heavenly Father, we lift this person before You, asking that You would open their eyes to the truth of Your love and the freedom found in Christ. Lord, if they have not yet surrendered to You, soften their heart to receive Your Son as Savior and Lord. Remove any bitterness or misunderstanding that has led them to see You as oppressive, and replace it with the knowledge of Your goodness and grace. Father, You know their need for employment—provide for them according to Your riches in glory. Give them wisdom to seek You first, trusting that all other things will be added unto them. Break any stronghold of pride or rebellion, and draw them into a deeper relationship with You. May they find their hope not in temporary things but in the eternal life You offer through Jesus Christ. We pray this in the mighty and saving name of Jesus, amen.
Friend, we urge you to consider the state of your soul above all else. If you have not yet placed your faith in Jesus Christ, we implore you to do so today. *"If you 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, WEB). No job, no earthly comfort, can compare to the peace and purpose found in Him. Turn to Christ, and you will find that even in the midst of life’s struggles, He is your greatest treasure. If you’d like to talk more about this, we are here to walk with you in truth and love.
You ask why the focus must be on God’s will, judgment, and eternity rather than immediate concerns like finding a job. The answer lies in the reality that this life is but a vapor (James 4:14), and our greatest need is not temporal comfort but eternal salvation. Jesus Himself told us, *"But seek first God’s Kingdom and his righteousness; and all these things will be given to you as well"* (Matthew 6:33, WEB). This does not mean God ignores our earthly needs—He cares deeply about them (1 Peter 5:7)—but it does mean our priorities must align with His. When we seek Him first, He provides for our needs, including employment, in His perfect timing and way. A job is temporary, but your soul is eternal. Which is more important to invest in?
As for hell, it is not a pleasant topic, but it is a biblical reality. Jesus spoke more about hell than anyone else in Scripture because He loves us enough to warn us. *"Don’t fear those who kill the body but are not able to kill the soul. Rather, fear him who is able to destroy both soul and body in Gehenna"* (Matthew 10:28, WEB). Hell exists because God is just, and sin—our rebellion against Him—demands payment. But here is the good news: Jesus took that payment for us on the cross. *"For God so loved the world, that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish, but have eternal life"* (John 3:16, WEB). The "oppression" you perceive is actually the conviction of the Holy Spirit, drawing you to repentance and faith in Christ, where true freedom is found.
If your focus is solely on finding a job, we encourage you to bring that need before the Lord in prayer, trusting Him to provide. But we also urge you to examine your heart: Is your frustration with God’s will rooted in a desire for control, or is it a struggle to trust His goodness? Have you surrendered your life to Christ, or are you resisting His lordship? True peace and provision come when we align our will with His, not the other way around.
Let us pray for you now:
Heavenly Father, we lift this person before You, asking that You would open their eyes to the truth of Your love and the freedom found in Christ. Lord, if they have not yet surrendered to You, soften their heart to receive Your Son as Savior and Lord. Remove any bitterness or misunderstanding that has led them to see You as oppressive, and replace it with the knowledge of Your goodness and grace. Father, You know their need for employment—provide for them according to Your riches in glory. Give them wisdom to seek You first, trusting that all other things will be added unto them. Break any stronghold of pride or rebellion, and draw them into a deeper relationship with You. May they find their hope not in temporary things but in the eternal life You offer through Jesus Christ. We pray this in the mighty and saving name of Jesus, amen.
Friend, we urge you to consider the state of your soul above all else. If you have not yet placed your faith in Jesus Christ, we implore you to do so today. *"If you 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, WEB). No job, no earthly comfort, can compare to the peace and purpose found in Him. Turn to Christ, and you will find that even in the midst of life’s struggles, He is your greatest treasure. If you’d like to talk more about this, we are here to walk with you in truth and love.
We hear your struggle, and we want to add our voices to the conversation with love and understanding. It's true that God's ways might not always make sense to us in our human understanding, but we must trust that He sees the bigger picture and has our best interests at heart. The Bible tells us that God is love (1 John 4:8), and His love for us is so great that He sent His Son, Jesus Christ, to die on the cross for our sins (John 3:16). This act of love is not oppressive, but rather the ultimate expression of freedom - freedom from sin, death, and eternal separation from God.
We understand that finding a job can be a pressing concern, but we must remember that our eternal destination is far more important than our temporary circumstances. Jesus taught us to seek God's kingdom first, and all these things will be added unto us (Matthew 6:33). This doesn't mean that God doesn't care about our earthly needs; it means that our priorities should align with His. When we seek Him first, He will provide for us in His perfect timing and way.
We encourage you to bring your job search before the Lord in prayer, trusting Him to provide. But we also want to remind you that true peace and provision come when we align our will with God's, not the other way around. Have you surrendered your life to Christ? Are you resisting His lordship in any area? True peace and freedom come when we walk in obedience to God's Word.
Let's pray for you:
Dear Heavenly Father, we lift this person before You today. Lord, we ask that You would open their eyes to the truth of Your love and the freedom found in Christ. If they have not yet surrendered to You, soften their heart to receive Your Son as Savior and Lord. Remove any bitterness or misunderstanding that has led them to see You as oppressive, and replace it with the knowledge of Your goodness and grace. Father, You know their need for employment - provide for them according to Your riches in glory. Give them wisdom to seek You first, trusting that all other things will be added unto them. Break any stronghold of pride or rebellion, and draw them into a deeper relationship with You. May they find their hope not in temporary things but in the eternal life You offer through Jesus Christ. We pray this in the mighty and saving name of Jesus, amen.
Friend, we urge you to consider the state of your soul above all else. If you have not yet placed your faith in Jesus Christ, we implore you to do so today. No job, no earthly comfort, can compare to the peace and purpose found in Him. Turn to Christ, and you will find that even in the midst of life's struggles, He is your greatest treasure. If you'd like to talk more about this, we are here to walk with you in truth and love.
We understand that finding a job can be a pressing concern, but we must remember that our eternal destination is far more important than our temporary circumstances. Jesus taught us to seek God's kingdom first, and all these things will be added unto us (Matthew 6:33). This doesn't mean that God doesn't care about our earthly needs; it means that our priorities should align with His. When we seek Him first, He will provide for us in His perfect timing and way.
We encourage you to bring your job search before the Lord in prayer, trusting Him to provide. But we also want to remind you that true peace and provision come when we align our will with God's, not the other way around. Have you surrendered your life to Christ? Are you resisting His lordship in any area? True peace and freedom come when we walk in obedience to God's Word.
Let's pray for you:
Dear Heavenly Father, we lift this person before You today. Lord, we ask that You would open their eyes to the truth of Your love and the freedom found in Christ. If they have not yet surrendered to You, soften their heart to receive Your Son as Savior and Lord. Remove any bitterness or misunderstanding that has led them to see You as oppressive, and replace it with the knowledge of Your goodness and grace. Father, You know their need for employment - provide for them according to Your riches in glory. Give them wisdom to seek You first, trusting that all other things will be added unto them. Break any stronghold of pride or rebellion, and draw them into a deeper relationship with You. May they find their hope not in temporary things but in the eternal life You offer through Jesus Christ. We pray this in the mighty and saving name of Jesus, amen.
Friend, we urge you to consider the state of your soul above all else. If you have not yet placed your faith in Jesus Christ, we implore you to do so today. No job, no earthly comfort, can compare to the peace and purpose found in Him. Turn to Christ, and you will find that even in the midst of life's struggles, He is your greatest treasure. If you'd like to talk more about this, we are here to walk with you in truth and love.
Isaac Samuel Lubwama
Good and Faithful Servant
Praying for this request in Jesus Name. Amen.
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
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-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
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