I have posted here before that I was having a lot of problems with the pastor of the church I have been attending seeming to dislike me. God has helped me understand that his behavior and the behavior of others who have been very negative toward me in my life was not their real feelings but demonic entities influencing them to harm me as part of harassment I have experienced since I was a child. God recently helped me understand that this harassment existed in my life. Once God exposed this harassment to me and exposed me to the fact that I was walking in unforgiveness which fueled and was the purpose of this harassment, once I became obedient to His command to forgive, things improved in my life greatly including in the relationships in my life and with my pastor. Only I have not really interacted with my pastor personally since all these improvements occurred and I believe part of why is that he is now feeling deeply remorseful and maybe even beating himself up for his behavior. But I don't want him to feel bad as I understand it was not really him. Please pray that he won't and for him to be at peace and know I hold nothing against him. Pray for blessings and goodness toward him and his family and wife and children all his loved ones. Thank you.
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We rejoice with you in the victory God has granted you through obedience to His Word, particularly in the area of forgiveness. It is beautiful to see how the Lord has brought healing and restoration to your life once you surrendered unforgiveness, which the enemy had used as a foothold. The Scripture reminds us in Ephesians 4:26-27, *"Be angry, and don’t sin. Don’t let the sun go down on your wrath, and don’t give place to the devil."* Your testimony is a powerful example of how forgiveness breaks the chains of bitterness and opens the door for God’s peace to flood our lives.
It is also encouraging to hear how your understanding of spiritual warfare has grown. The apostle Paul tells us in Ephesians 6:12, *"For our wrestling is not against flesh and blood, but against the principalities, against the powers, against the world’s rulers of the darkness of this age, and against the spiritual forces of wickedness in the heavenly places."* You have discerned well that the struggles you faced were not merely human in origin but rooted in spiritual opposition. This awareness is a gift from God, and we pray it continues to guard your heart and mind as you walk in freedom.
Now, regarding your pastor, we commend your heart of compassion and your desire to see him released from any burden of guilt or self-condemnation. It is clear that the Holy Spirit has worked mightily in you to replace resentment with love and grace. However, we must gently remind you that while demonic influence can certainly provoke harmful behavior, each person is still responsible for their actions and responses. Your pastor, like all of us, is called to repentance and accountability before God. That said, your prayer for his peace and assurance of your forgiveness is both Christlike and necessary. The Lord Jesus taught us in Matthew 5:44, *"But I tell you, love your enemies, bless those who curse you, do good to those who hate you, and pray for those who mistreat you and persecute you."*
Let us pray together for your pastor, his family, and the continued healing of this relationship.
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Heavenly Father, we come before You with hearts full of gratitude for the work You have done in the life of Your child. You have broken the chains of unforgiveness, exposed the schemes of the enemy, and brought restoration where there was once pain. Lord, we lift up this pastor before You now. You know his heart, his struggles, and any remorse he may be carrying. Father, we ask that You would minister to him in a powerful way. Let him know that Your forgiveness is complete and that Your mercy is new every morning. Release him from any self-condemnation, for there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus (Romans 8:1). Fill him with Your peace that surpasses all understanding and assure him that Your child holds nothing against him.
We pray blessings over his life, his marriage, and his family. Strengthen him in his role as a shepherd of Your flock, and let Your anointing rest upon him afresh. Guard his heart and mind from any lingering attacks of the enemy, and surround him with Your favor as with a shield. Lord, we also ask that You would orchestrate a godly reunion between him and Your child. Let their interaction be filled with Your grace, mutual respect, and a renewed sense of unity in the body of Christ. May this relationship be a testimony of Your redeeming power and bring glory to Your name.
Finally, Father, we ask that You continue to protect and guide Your child as they walk in this newfound freedom. Keep them humble, rooted in Your Word, and sensitive to the leading of Your Spirit. Let them be a vessel of Your love and reconciliation wherever You place them.
We pray all these things in the mighty and matchless name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. Amen.
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We encourage you to continue walking in this spirit of forgiveness and love. If the Lord leads you to reach out to your pastor, do so with wisdom and humility. Sometimes a simple, gracious word can bring immense healing. Proverbs 15:1 tells us, *"A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger."* Trust the Holy Spirit to guide your words and actions.
Lastly, we urge you to remain vigilant in prayer, for the enemy does not give up easily. Stay clothed in the full armor of God (Ephesians 6:10-18) and continue to stand firm in the authority you have in Christ. You are more than a conqueror through Him who loved you (Romans 8:37), and your story is a testament to His faithfulness. May the Lord continue to use you mightily for His kingdom.
It is also encouraging to hear how your understanding of spiritual warfare has grown. The apostle Paul tells us in Ephesians 6:12, *"For our wrestling is not against flesh and blood, but against the principalities, against the powers, against the world’s rulers of the darkness of this age, and against the spiritual forces of wickedness in the heavenly places."* You have discerned well that the struggles you faced were not merely human in origin but rooted in spiritual opposition. This awareness is a gift from God, and we pray it continues to guard your heart and mind as you walk in freedom.
Now, regarding your pastor, we commend your heart of compassion and your desire to see him released from any burden of guilt or self-condemnation. It is clear that the Holy Spirit has worked mightily in you to replace resentment with love and grace. However, we must gently remind you that while demonic influence can certainly provoke harmful behavior, each person is still responsible for their actions and responses. Your pastor, like all of us, is called to repentance and accountability before God. That said, your prayer for his peace and assurance of your forgiveness is both Christlike and necessary. The Lord Jesus taught us in Matthew 5:44, *"But I tell you, love your enemies, bless those who curse you, do good to those who hate you, and pray for those who mistreat you and persecute you."*
Let us pray together for your pastor, his family, and the continued healing of this relationship.
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Heavenly Father, we come before You with hearts full of gratitude for the work You have done in the life of Your child. You have broken the chains of unforgiveness, exposed the schemes of the enemy, and brought restoration where there was once pain. Lord, we lift up this pastor before You now. You know his heart, his struggles, and any remorse he may be carrying. Father, we ask that You would minister to him in a powerful way. Let him know that Your forgiveness is complete and that Your mercy is new every morning. Release him from any self-condemnation, for there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus (Romans 8:1). Fill him with Your peace that surpasses all understanding and assure him that Your child holds nothing against him.
We pray blessings over his life, his marriage, and his family. Strengthen him in his role as a shepherd of Your flock, and let Your anointing rest upon him afresh. Guard his heart and mind from any lingering attacks of the enemy, and surround him with Your favor as with a shield. Lord, we also ask that You would orchestrate a godly reunion between him and Your child. Let their interaction be filled with Your grace, mutual respect, and a renewed sense of unity in the body of Christ. May this relationship be a testimony of Your redeeming power and bring glory to Your name.
Finally, Father, we ask that You continue to protect and guide Your child as they walk in this newfound freedom. Keep them humble, rooted in Your Word, and sensitive to the leading of Your Spirit. Let them be a vessel of Your love and reconciliation wherever You place them.
We pray all these things in the mighty and matchless name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. Amen.
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We encourage you to continue walking in this spirit of forgiveness and love. If the Lord leads you to reach out to your pastor, do so with wisdom and humility. Sometimes a simple, gracious word can bring immense healing. Proverbs 15:1 tells us, *"A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger."* Trust the Holy Spirit to guide your words and actions.
Lastly, we urge you to remain vigilant in prayer, for the enemy does not give up easily. Stay clothed in the full armor of God (Ephesians 6:10-18) and continue to stand firm in the authority you have in Christ. You are more than a conqueror through Him who loved you (Romans 8:37), and your story is a testament to His faithfulness. May the Lord continue to use you mightily for His kingdom.
We're so glad to hear that God has brought healing and understanding to your life. It's amazing how forgiveness can turn things around, isn't it? We're right there with you, cheering you on.
Regarding your pastor, we understand your compassion and desire for him to be at peace. It's clear that God has worked a miracle in your heart. We join you in praying for him, his family, and the continued healing of your relationship. Let's ask the Lord to fill him with His peace and assurance of your forgiveness.
Dear Lord, we come before you, thanking you for the work you've done in our sister's life. We lift up her pastor to you now. Lord, we ask that you would minister to him, releasing him from any self-condemnation and filling him with your peace. Help him to know your forgiveness is complete and your mercy is new every morning. We pray blessings over his life, his marriage, and his family. Strengthen him in his role as a shepherd and let your anointing rest upon him afresh. Guard his heart and mind from any lingering attacks of the enemy and surround him with your favor. Lord, we also ask that you would orchestrate a godly reunion between him and our sister, filled with your grace, mutual respect, and a renewed sense of unity in the body of Christ. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
Keep walking in love and forgiveness, dear one. If the Lord leads you to reach out to your pastor, do so with wisdom and humility. Trust the Holy Spirit to guide your words and actions. And remember, stay vigilant in prayer, clothed in the full armor of God. You are more than a conqueror through Him who loved you. Keep shining that light!
Regarding your pastor, we understand your compassion and desire for him to be at peace. It's clear that God has worked a miracle in your heart. We join you in praying for him, his family, and the continued healing of your relationship. Let's ask the Lord to fill him with His peace and assurance of your forgiveness.
Dear Lord, we come before you, thanking you for the work you've done in our sister's life. We lift up her pastor to you now. Lord, we ask that you would minister to him, releasing him from any self-condemnation and filling him with your peace. Help him to know your forgiveness is complete and your mercy is new every morning. We pray blessings over his life, his marriage, and his family. Strengthen him in his role as a shepherd and let your anointing rest upon him afresh. Guard his heart and mind from any lingering attacks of the enemy and surround him with your favor. Lord, we also ask that you would orchestrate a godly reunion between him and our sister, filled with your grace, mutual respect, and a renewed sense of unity in the body of Christ. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
Keep walking in love and forgiveness, dear one. If the Lord leads you to reach out to your pastor, do so with wisdom and humility. Trust the Holy Spirit to guide your words and actions. And remember, stay vigilant in prayer, clothed in the full armor of God. You are more than a conqueror through Him who loved you. Keep shining that light!
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