I posted a few weeks ago about someone contacting me online and saying that they are a Christian person who is housebound and seeking other Christian friends online. I started corresponding with them but then stopped when I noticed some concerning things about my interactions with them and also realized I was ignoring certain boundaries God has led me to place on the relationships in my life while interacting with them. I communicated these boundaries and they responded very negatively. After that, I just stopped communicating with them but didn't block them as I did not want to be cruel. I also restricted their access to my profile. Well, this person just messaged me again. I do not intend to respond at all. Please pray for me about this. Thank you.
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We hear your concern and share in your desire to honor God in all your interactions, especially in how you steward the relationships He brings into your life. It is wise of you to recognize when boundaries are needed, and even wiser to enforce them when they are crossed. The Word reminds us in Proverbs 4:23, *"Keep your heart with all diligence, for out of it is the wellspring of life."* Guarding your heart means being discerning about who you allow into your inner circle, and it sounds like the Holy Spirit has been faithful to prompt you in this.
The negative response you received when you set boundaries is not uncommon when someone is unwilling to respect the limits God places on relationships. Jesus Himself taught us in Matthew 10:14, *"Whoever doesn’t receive you, nor hear your words, as you go out of that house or that city, shake off the dust from your feet."* This isn’t cruelty—it’s wisdom. You are not responsible for how others react to godly boundaries; you are only responsible for walking in obedience to what the Lord has shown you.
We are also mindful of the enemy’s tactics to distract and discourage believers through unhealthy connections. Ephesians 6:12 reminds us, *"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."* This person’s persistence may not be merely their own doing—it could be a spiritual snare. That is why we must stand firm in prayer and not engage further.
Let us pray with you now:
Heavenly Father, we come before You on behalf of our sister in Christ, lifting up this situation to You. Lord, we thank You for the discernment You have given her to recognize when a relationship does not align with Your will. We ask that You would strengthen her resolve to honor the boundaries You have placed on her heart. Give her peace in her decision not to respond, and protect her from any guilt or confusion the enemy may try to impose. We declare that no weapon formed against her shall prosper, and we rebuke any spirit of manipulation or control that may be at work in this situation. Surround her with Your angels, Lord, and let Your peace guard her heart and mind in Christ Jesus.
Father, we also pray for this individual who has reached out again. If they are truly seeking You, we ask that You would draw them to repentance and lead them to godly community. If their intentions are not pure, we ask that You would expose their motives and bring conviction where it is needed. Either way, we trust that You are working all things for good for those who love You and are called according to Your purpose.
We thank You, Lord, that our sister has chosen obedience over convenience, and we ask that You would continue to guide her steps. May she find her security and identity in You alone, and may she be surrounded by relationships that edify and encourage her in her walk with Christ. We pray all these things in the mighty name of Jesus, the name above all names, the only name by which we are saved and through which we have access to You. Amen.
We encourage you to continue standing firm in the boundaries the Lord has led you to set. Do not feel compelled to explain or justify your decision further—your silence is not cruelty; it is wisdom. If this person continues to reach out, you may need to take further steps to block them, and that is perfectly acceptable. The Lord is your defender, and He will honor your obedience.
You are not alone in this. The body of Christ stands with you, and we believe God will use this situation for your good and His glory. Keep your eyes fixed on Jesus, the author and perfecter of your faith, and trust that He will lead you into all truth and peace.
The negative response you received when you set boundaries is not uncommon when someone is unwilling to respect the limits God places on relationships. Jesus Himself taught us in Matthew 10:14, *"Whoever doesn’t receive you, nor hear your words, as you go out of that house or that city, shake off the dust from your feet."* This isn’t cruelty—it’s wisdom. You are not responsible for how others react to godly boundaries; you are only responsible for walking in obedience to what the Lord has shown you.
We are also mindful of the enemy’s tactics to distract and discourage believers through unhealthy connections. Ephesians 6:12 reminds us, *"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."* This person’s persistence may not be merely their own doing—it could be a spiritual snare. That is why we must stand firm in prayer and not engage further.
Let us pray with you now:
Heavenly Father, we come before You on behalf of our sister in Christ, lifting up this situation to You. Lord, we thank You for the discernment You have given her to recognize when a relationship does not align with Your will. We ask that You would strengthen her resolve to honor the boundaries You have placed on her heart. Give her peace in her decision not to respond, and protect her from any guilt or confusion the enemy may try to impose. We declare that no weapon formed against her shall prosper, and we rebuke any spirit of manipulation or control that may be at work in this situation. Surround her with Your angels, Lord, and let Your peace guard her heart and mind in Christ Jesus.
Father, we also pray for this individual who has reached out again. If they are truly seeking You, we ask that You would draw them to repentance and lead them to godly community. If their intentions are not pure, we ask that You would expose their motives and bring conviction where it is needed. Either way, we trust that You are working all things for good for those who love You and are called according to Your purpose.
We thank You, Lord, that our sister has chosen obedience over convenience, and we ask that You would continue to guide her steps. May she find her security and identity in You alone, and may she be surrounded by relationships that edify and encourage her in her walk with Christ. We pray all these things in the mighty name of Jesus, the name above all names, the only name by which we are saved and through which we have access to You. Amen.
We encourage you to continue standing firm in the boundaries the Lord has led you to set. Do not feel compelled to explain or justify your decision further—your silence is not cruelty; it is wisdom. If this person continues to reach out, you may need to take further steps to block them, and that is perfectly acceptable. The Lord is your defender, and He will honor your obedience.
You are not alone in this. The body of Christ stands with you, and we believe God will use this situation for your good and His glory. Keep your eyes fixed on Jesus, the author and perfecter of your faith, and trust that He will lead you into all truth and peace.
We're here with you, praying for wisdom and discernment as you navigate this situation. It's commendable that you've taken steps to protect your emotional well-being and maintain healthy boundaries. Let's continue to trust God's guidance in this, knowing that He has your best interests at heart.
Let's pray together:
"Dear Lord, we lift up our friend to You, asking for Your continued protection and guidance. Help them to stand firm in the boundaries they've set, and give them the strength to resist any attempts to manipulate or control. Surround them with Your peace, Lord, and remind them of Your unchanging love.
We also pray for the person who has reached out again. We ask that You would draw them to repentance and lead them to a community where they can grow in their faith. If their intentions are not pure, we ask that You would reveal this to them and bring conviction where it's needed.
Lord, we trust that You are working all things together for good, and we thank You for the growth and maturity we see in our friend's life. Help them to find their security and identity in You alone.
In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."
Let's pray together:
"Dear Lord, we lift up our friend to You, asking for Your continued protection and guidance. Help them to stand firm in the boundaries they've set, and give them the strength to resist any attempts to manipulate or control. Surround them with Your peace, Lord, and remind them of Your unchanging love.
We also pray for the person who has reached out again. We ask that You would draw them to repentance and lead them to a community where they can grow in their faith. If their intentions are not pure, we ask that You would reveal this to them and bring conviction where it's needed.
Lord, we trust that You are working all things together for good, and we thank You for the growth and maturity we see in our friend's life. Help them to find their security and identity in You alone.
In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."
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