Neanorhill
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Pray for rest and relief from anxiety.
Pray for rest
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We understand the deep need for rest and relief from anxiety, as the burdens of this world can often feel overwhelming. The Lord invites us to come to Him with our weariness and heavy hearts, for He alone can provide true rest. In Matthew 11:28-30, Jesus says, *"Come to me, all you who labor and are heavily burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart; and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light."*
Anxiety is a tool the enemy uses to steal our peace, but we must remember that God has not given us a spirit of fear but of power, love, and a sound mind (2 Timothy 1:7). Instead of carrying these burdens alone, we are called to cast all our cares upon the Lord, for He cares for us (1 Peter 5:7). Philippians 4:6-7 reminds us, *"In nothing be anxious, but in everything, by prayer and petition with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your thoughts in Christ Jesus."*
We must also be mindful that rest is not just physical but spiritual. True rest comes from trusting in the Lord and surrendering our worries to Him. Psalm 62:1 says, *"My soul rests in God alone. My salvation is from him."* When we fix our eyes on Jesus rather than our circumstances, we find the peace that transcends understanding.
Let us pray together for you:
Heavenly Father, we lift up this precious soul to You, asking for Your divine rest and relief from the anxiety that weighs them down. Lord, You know the depths of their heart and the struggles they face. We ask that You would quiet their mind and calm their spirit, reminding them that You are their refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble (Psalm 46:1). Fill them with Your peace, which surpasses all understanding, and guard their heart and mind in Christ Jesus.
Father, we rebuke the spirit of anxiety and fear in the name of Jesus. These emotions do not come from You, and we command them to flee, for greater is He who is in us than he who is in the world (1 John 4:4). Replace every anxious thought with Your truth and promises. Help them to trust in You with all their heart and lean not on their own understanding (Proverbs 3:5-6).
Lord, we also ask that You would reveal any areas of their life where they may not be fully surrendering to You. If there is unconfessed sin, conviction, or a lack of trust, bring it to light so they may repent and walk in freedom. Teach them to rest in Your presence, to seek You first in all things, and to find their strength in You alone.
We thank You, Father, for Your faithfulness and love. You are the God of all comfort, and we trust that You will provide the rest and relief they so desperately need. May they experience Your peace in a mighty way, knowing that You are sovereign over every situation. We pray all these things in the powerful and mighty name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. Amen.
We encourage you to spend time in God’s Word daily, meditating on His promises. Psalm 23 is a beautiful reminder of His provision and care: *"The Lord is my shepherd: I shall lack nothing. He makes me lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside still waters. He restores my soul."* Let these truths sink deep into your heart.
Additionally, we urge you to examine whether you are seeking the Lord first in your life. Are you spending time in prayer, worship, and reading Scripture? These disciplines are vital to maintaining spiritual rest and peace. If anxiety persists, consider whether there are areas of your life that need to be surrendered to God or if there are ungodly influences that need to be removed.
Finally, we must ask: Is Jesus Christ the center of your life? There is no true rest or peace apart from Him. If you have not yet surrendered your life to Jesus, we urge you to do so today. Romans 10:9 tells us, *"that 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."* It is only through faith in Christ that we can experience the fullness of God’s peace and rest. If you have any doubts about your salvation, we encourage you to seek the Lord earnestly and place your trust in Him alone. He is faithful and just to save all who call upon His name.
Anxiety is a tool the enemy uses to steal our peace, but we must remember that God has not given us a spirit of fear but of power, love, and a sound mind (2 Timothy 1:7). Instead of carrying these burdens alone, we are called to cast all our cares upon the Lord, for He cares for us (1 Peter 5:7). Philippians 4:6-7 reminds us, *"In nothing be anxious, but in everything, by prayer and petition with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your thoughts in Christ Jesus."*
We must also be mindful that rest is not just physical but spiritual. True rest comes from trusting in the Lord and surrendering our worries to Him. Psalm 62:1 says, *"My soul rests in God alone. My salvation is from him."* When we fix our eyes on Jesus rather than our circumstances, we find the peace that transcends understanding.
Let us pray together for you:
Heavenly Father, we lift up this precious soul to You, asking for Your divine rest and relief from the anxiety that weighs them down. Lord, You know the depths of their heart and the struggles they face. We ask that You would quiet their mind and calm their spirit, reminding them that You are their refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble (Psalm 46:1). Fill them with Your peace, which surpasses all understanding, and guard their heart and mind in Christ Jesus.
Father, we rebuke the spirit of anxiety and fear in the name of Jesus. These emotions do not come from You, and we command them to flee, for greater is He who is in us than he who is in the world (1 John 4:4). Replace every anxious thought with Your truth and promises. Help them to trust in You with all their heart and lean not on their own understanding (Proverbs 3:5-6).
Lord, we also ask that You would reveal any areas of their life where they may not be fully surrendering to You. If there is unconfessed sin, conviction, or a lack of trust, bring it to light so they may repent and walk in freedom. Teach them to rest in Your presence, to seek You first in all things, and to find their strength in You alone.
We thank You, Father, for Your faithfulness and love. You are the God of all comfort, and we trust that You will provide the rest and relief they so desperately need. May they experience Your peace in a mighty way, knowing that You are sovereign over every situation. We pray all these things in the powerful and mighty name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. Amen.
We encourage you to spend time in God’s Word daily, meditating on His promises. Psalm 23 is a beautiful reminder of His provision and care: *"The Lord is my shepherd: I shall lack nothing. He makes me lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside still waters. He restores my soul."* Let these truths sink deep into your heart.
Additionally, we urge you to examine whether you are seeking the Lord first in your life. Are you spending time in prayer, worship, and reading Scripture? These disciplines are vital to maintaining spiritual rest and peace. If anxiety persists, consider whether there are areas of your life that need to be surrendered to God or if there are ungodly influences that need to be removed.
Finally, we must ask: Is Jesus Christ the center of your life? There is no true rest or peace apart from Him. If you have not yet surrendered your life to Jesus, we urge you to do so today. Romans 10:9 tells us, *"that 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."* It is only through faith in Christ that we can experience the fullness of God’s peace and rest. If you have any doubts about your salvation, we encourage you to seek the Lord earnestly and place your trust in Him alone. He is faithful and just to save all who call upon His name.
We're right there with you, friend, feeling the weight of anxiety and longing for rest. It's like we're all in this together, isn't it? Sometimes life can feel like a heavy backpack, and it's easy to forget that we don't have to carry it alone. Jesus invites us to come to Him, to lay down our burdens and find rest. He promises that His yoke is easy and His burden is light. Can you imagine that? A burden so light that it's almost like it's not there at all.
We've been where you are, feeling anxious and overwhelmed. But we've also found that when we cast our cares upon the Lord, He truly does care for us. It's like a warm embrace, a gentle reminder that we're not alone. We've found peace in the midst of the storm, not because our circumstances changed, but because our focus shifted. We started looking at Jesus instead of our worries, and that made all the difference.
Let's pray together, shall we? "Dear Lord, we come to You today, carrying our anxieties and longing for rest. We ask that You would quiet our minds and calm our spirits. Remind us, Lord, that You are our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. Fill us with Your peace, the kind that surpasses all understanding. Help us to trust in You with all our hearts and lean not on our own understanding. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."
And remember, friend, God is always there, always ready to listen and help. He's not a distant figure, but a loving Father who cares deeply for you. So let's keep seeking Him, keep trusting Him, and keep resting in His love. You're not alone in this. We're in this together.
We've been where you are, feeling anxious and overwhelmed. But we've also found that when we cast our cares upon the Lord, He truly does care for us. It's like a warm embrace, a gentle reminder that we're not alone. We've found peace in the midst of the storm, not because our circumstances changed, but because our focus shifted. We started looking at Jesus instead of our worries, and that made all the difference.
Let's pray together, shall we? "Dear Lord, we come to You today, carrying our anxieties and longing for rest. We ask that You would quiet our minds and calm our spirits. Remind us, Lord, that You are our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. Fill us with Your peace, the kind that surpasses all understanding. Help us to trust in You with all our hearts and lean not on our own understanding. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."
And remember, friend, God is always there, always ready to listen and help. He's not a distant figure, but a loving Father who cares deeply for you. So let's keep seeking Him, keep trusting Him, and keep resting in His love. You're not alone in this. We're in this together.
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)
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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.
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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.
Healed Spirit Soul And Body
Healed Spirit Soul And Body
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Father, please meet deepest spiritual, physical, emotional, needs according to Your Will and timing in Jesus Name Amen
"May the Lord bless you and protect you. May the Lord smile on you and be gracious to you. May the Lord show you his favor and give you his peace." Numbers 6:24-26
"May the Lord bless you and protect you. May the Lord smile on you and be gracious to you. May the Lord show you his favor and give you his peace." Numbers 6:24-26
We want to thank you for allowing us the sacred opportunity to lift your heart before the Lord in prayer these past few days. The weight of anxiety can feel so heavy, and the longing for rest is something our Heavenly Father deeply understands—He invites all who are weary to come to Him for true soul-rest (Matthew 11:28). It has been our privilege to stand with you in agreement, asking the Lord to quiet your mind, calm your spirit, and surround you with His peace that surpasses all understanding.
If God has granted you moments of relief, renewed strength, or a deeper sense of His presence, we would love to rejoice with you! Sharing a praise report not only glorifies Him but also encourages others who may be walking a similar path. And if the burden of anxiety still feels overwhelming or rest remains elusive, please don’t hesitate to share your request again. We are here to continue praying with you, trusting that the Lord is faithful and His timing is perfect—even when the answer tarries.
May you feel His gentle hand upon you today, guiding you into His rest as you fix your eyes on Jesus, the Author and Perfecter of our faith. We are praying that His peace, which guards hearts and minds in Christ Jesus, will be your portion in abundance. Keep seeking Him, beloved—He is near to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit (Psalm 34:18). In Jesus’ name.
If God has granted you moments of relief, renewed strength, or a deeper sense of His presence, we would love to rejoice with you! Sharing a praise report not only glorifies Him but also encourages others who may be walking a similar path. And if the burden of anxiety still feels overwhelming or rest remains elusive, please don’t hesitate to share your request again. We are here to continue praying with you, trusting that the Lord is faithful and His timing is perfect—even when the answer tarries.
May you feel His gentle hand upon you today, guiding you into His rest as you fix your eyes on Jesus, the Author and Perfecter of our faith. We are praying that His peace, which guards hearts and minds in Christ Jesus, will be your portion in abundance. Keep seeking Him, beloved—He is near to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit (Psalm 34:18). In Jesus’ name.
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