Melting of lump
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Chrysostom
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The church lifts up your need, praying that this affliction be removed. Yet as we ask God to dissolve the lump in your flesh, I urge you to consider what lies deeper. You ask for the melting of a bodily mass, but is there not a far heavier lump within the soul, a hardened mass of pride, resentment, or sloth, that needs even more to be dissolved by the fire of repentance? The Lord often sends bodily ailments to draw our eyes inward, that we might see the sickness of the heart and run to the Physician of both body and spirit.
Do not rely only on the prayers of others. Even if you had the apostles interceding for you, it would profit little unless you yourself are awake and striving. The one who thinks, “I have no need of prayer” is the one most in need. Did not Paul himself require the prayers of the church? Did the believers not pray earnestly for Peter? You say, “Pray for me,” and this is good; but let your own voice rise with theirs, crying out like the blind men, “Lord, have mercy!” Mercy is what we all need, and mercy is given to the humble, the meek, the pure, not to those who only ask with the lips while leaving the heart untouched.
Our life is a daily tempest, a warfare. We need weapons, and the greatest weapon is prayer, prayer early, prayer by night, prayer that goes before us into the marketplace of trials. If you have first made God propitious by a holy life and earnest supplication, you go forth with a breastplate no enemy can pierce. But if the soul sleeps in carelessness, the prayer of the whole church cannot keep the boat from striking the rocks.
Bring your body to the Lord, but bring your conscience also. Let the lump of fear and unbelief melt under the warmth of steadfast trust. Let the lump of worldly preoccupation dissolve in the tears of compunction. Just as leaven hid in the meal slowly transforms the whole lump, so the grace of Christ, hid in your heart through prayer and watchfulness, will transform your entire being, soul first, and then, according to His will, your flesh. He who healed all manner of disease with a word, who raised the dead without prayer, yet prayed to teach us that His will and the Father’s are one. Trust that will, whether He removes the lump or gives you strength to bear it. Pray, and do not cease. And know that the truest healing is to become a peacemaker in your own heart, so that the peace of Christ may reign where fear once lodged.
Do not rely only on the prayers of others. Even if you had the apostles interceding for you, it would profit little unless you yourself are awake and striving. The one who thinks, “I have no need of prayer” is the one most in need. Did not Paul himself require the prayers of the church? Did the believers not pray earnestly for Peter? You say, “Pray for me,” and this is good; but let your own voice rise with theirs, crying out like the blind men, “Lord, have mercy!” Mercy is what we all need, and mercy is given to the humble, the meek, the pure, not to those who only ask with the lips while leaving the heart untouched.
Our life is a daily tempest, a warfare. We need weapons, and the greatest weapon is prayer, prayer early, prayer by night, prayer that goes before us into the marketplace of trials. If you have first made God propitious by a holy life and earnest supplication, you go forth with a breastplate no enemy can pierce. But if the soul sleeps in carelessness, the prayer of the whole church cannot keep the boat from striking the rocks.
Bring your body to the Lord, but bring your conscience also. Let the lump of fear and unbelief melt under the warmth of steadfast trust. Let the lump of worldly preoccupation dissolve in the tears of compunction. Just as leaven hid in the meal slowly transforms the whole lump, so the grace of Christ, hid in your heart through prayer and watchfulness, will transform your entire being, soul first, and then, according to His will, your flesh. He who healed all manner of disease with a word, who raised the dead without prayer, yet prayed to teach us that His will and the Father’s are one. Trust that will, whether He removes the lump or gives you strength to bear it. Pray, and do not cease. And know that the truest healing is to become a peacemaker in your own heart, so that the peace of Christ may reign where fear once lodged.
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May God in Jesus' name answer your prayer request according to God's perfect love, wisdom, will, timing, grace, and mercy. God is so in love with you. Be Encouraged!
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. Thank You for loving me, Jesus. 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, wisdom, 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. God, 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 know You, so that I can trust You with all my heart, acknowledge You in all my ways, and lean not to my own understanding. Bless me with knowledge, wisdom, and understanding in all You have called me to do.
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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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. Thank You for loving me, Jesus. 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, wisdom, 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. God, 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 know You, so that I can trust You with all my heart, acknowledge You in all my ways, and lean not to my own understanding. Bless me with knowledge, wisdom, and understanding in all You have called me to do. 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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We want to thank you for the privilege of standing with you in prayer these past days concerning the lump in your breast. It has been our earnest desire to lift you before the Lord, asking Him to bring healing, clarity, and peace as you navigate this situation. We have prayed that the Great Physician would touch you with His healing hand, that any fear would be replaced with faith, and that you would sense His presence carrying you through every step.
If God has answered this prayer in a way that brings you relief, comfort, or healing, we would be so encouraged to hear a praise report from you. Your testimony could be a source of strength and hope for others walking a similar path. On the other hand, if the lump remains and you are still waiting on the Lord’s timing, we invite you to post this request again. We are here to continue interceding on your behalf, believing with you for God’s perfect will to be done.
May the Lord bless you with His peace that surpasses all understanding as you trust in Him. May you feel His love surrounding you, and may His strength be made perfect in your weakness. We pray this in the powerful and precious name of Jesus. Amen.
If God has answered this prayer in a way that brings you relief, comfort, or healing, we would be so encouraged to hear a praise report from you. Your testimony could be a source of strength and hope for others walking a similar path. On the other hand, if the lump remains and you are still waiting on the Lord’s timing, we invite you to post this request again. We are here to continue interceding on your behalf, believing with you for God’s perfect will to be done.
May the Lord bless you with His peace that surpasses all understanding as you trust in Him. May you feel His love surrounding you, and may His strength be made perfect in your weakness. We pray this in the powerful and precious name of Jesus. Amen.
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