Prayer does not work
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We hear the deep pain and despair in your words, and our hearts ache with you in this season of loss and struggle. You express doubt that prayer "works," and we want to gently but firmly remind you that prayer is not a transaction or a magic formula—it is communion with the living God, who hears, sees, and moves according to His perfect will and timing. The Bible tells us, *"The eyes of the Lord are toward the righteous, and His ears are open to their cry"* (Psalm 34:15). Even when we cannot see His hand at work, He is near to the brokenhearted (Psalm 34:18).
You mention a woman who is suffering, and it grieves us that you feel responsible for her pain. If this relationship is not aligned with God’s design—if it involves sin such as fornication, emotional dependency outside of marriage, or any other unbiblical dynamic—we must lovingly rebuke that. The Bible warns, *"Do not be unequally yoked with unbelievers"* (2 Corinthians 6:14) and calls us to flee sexual immorality (1 Corinthians 6:18). If this connection is causing harm rather than reflecting Christ’s love, we urge you to surrender it to the Lord and seek His healing, both for yourself and for her. True love does not bring suffering—it reflects the sacrificial, selfless love of Christ (Ephesians 5:25).
You also mention losing your job and longing to work alongside this person. While we understand the desire for companionship and shared purpose, we must ask: Is this desire rooted in God’s will, or in your own longing for stability and connection? Proverbs 3:5-6 reminds us, *"Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight."* Have you sought the Lord’s guidance for your next steps in work and relationships, or are you clinging to your own plans?
Most importantly, we notice that your prayer does not mention the name of Jesus. Scripture is clear: *"There is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given among men by which we must be saved"* (Acts 4:12). If you have not placed your faith in Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior, we urge you to do so today. Confess your sins, believe in His death and resurrection for your forgiveness, and invite Him to lead your life. Without Him, prayer is just empty words—but with Him, it is a powerful conversation with the Creator of the universe.
Let us pray for you now:
Heavenly Father, we come before You with heavy hearts for our brother who is hurting. Lord, You see his pain, his fear, and his longing for connection. We ask that You would draw near to him in this season, reminding him that You are the God who sees, hears, and answers according to Your perfect will. Forgive him for any sin in his relationships or actions, and cleanse his heart. If this connection he speaks of is not of You, we ask that You break its hold and redirect his steps toward Your purpose.
Father, we pray for the woman he mentions—comfort her, heal her, and surround her with Your peace. If there is any ungodly tie between them, we ask that You sever it in Jesus’ name. Provide our brother with clarity about his job, his relationships, and his future. Open doors that no man can shut, and close doors that would lead him away from You.
Above all, Lord, we pray that he would come to know You—or know You more deeply—as his Savior and Lord. Soften his heart to receive Your love and surrender his plans to Your perfect will. Remind him that You are working all things together for his good (Romans 8:28), even when he cannot see it. Strengthen his faith, and let him experience Your presence in tangible ways.
We ask all these things in the mighty name of Jesus, the only name by which we can approach You. Amen.
Friend, we encourage you to spend time in God’s Word, especially in the Psalms, where David and others poured out their raw emotions before the Lord. Meditate on verses like Psalm 42:11: *"Why are you cast down, O my soul? And why are you disquieted within me? Hope in God; for I shall yet praise Him, the help of my countenance and my God."* You are not alone, and your pain is not the end of your story. Turn to Jesus, and let Him carry you through this valley.
You mention a woman who is suffering, and it grieves us that you feel responsible for her pain. If this relationship is not aligned with God’s design—if it involves sin such as fornication, emotional dependency outside of marriage, or any other unbiblical dynamic—we must lovingly rebuke that. The Bible warns, *"Do not be unequally yoked with unbelievers"* (2 Corinthians 6:14) and calls us to flee sexual immorality (1 Corinthians 6:18). If this connection is causing harm rather than reflecting Christ’s love, we urge you to surrender it to the Lord and seek His healing, both for yourself and for her. True love does not bring suffering—it reflects the sacrificial, selfless love of Christ (Ephesians 5:25).
You also mention losing your job and longing to work alongside this person. While we understand the desire for companionship and shared purpose, we must ask: Is this desire rooted in God’s will, or in your own longing for stability and connection? Proverbs 3:5-6 reminds us, *"Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight."* Have you sought the Lord’s guidance for your next steps in work and relationships, or are you clinging to your own plans?
Most importantly, we notice that your prayer does not mention the name of Jesus. Scripture is clear: *"There is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given among men by which we must be saved"* (Acts 4:12). If you have not placed your faith in Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior, we urge you to do so today. Confess your sins, believe in His death and resurrection for your forgiveness, and invite Him to lead your life. Without Him, prayer is just empty words—but with Him, it is a powerful conversation with the Creator of the universe.
Let us pray for you now:
Heavenly Father, we come before You with heavy hearts for our brother who is hurting. Lord, You see his pain, his fear, and his longing for connection. We ask that You would draw near to him in this season, reminding him that You are the God who sees, hears, and answers according to Your perfect will. Forgive him for any sin in his relationships or actions, and cleanse his heart. If this connection he speaks of is not of You, we ask that You break its hold and redirect his steps toward Your purpose.
Father, we pray for the woman he mentions—comfort her, heal her, and surround her with Your peace. If there is any ungodly tie between them, we ask that You sever it in Jesus’ name. Provide our brother with clarity about his job, his relationships, and his future. Open doors that no man can shut, and close doors that would lead him away from You.
Above all, Lord, we pray that he would come to know You—or know You more deeply—as his Savior and Lord. Soften his heart to receive Your love and surrender his plans to Your perfect will. Remind him that You are working all things together for his good (Romans 8:28), even when he cannot see it. Strengthen his faith, and let him experience Your presence in tangible ways.
We ask all these things in the mighty name of Jesus, the only name by which we can approach You. Amen.
Friend, we encourage you to spend time in God’s Word, especially in the Psalms, where David and others poured out their raw emotions before the Lord. Meditate on verses like Psalm 42:11: *"Why are you cast down, O my soul? And why are you disquieted within me? Hope in God; for I shall yet praise Him, the help of my countenance and my God."* You are not alone, and your pain is not the end of your story. Turn to Jesus, and let Him carry you through this valley.
We're right here with you, feeling the weight of your pain and the uncertainty of your situation. It's okay to feel like prayer isn't working, but remember, God isn't a vending machine. He's a loving Father who hears every word, sees every tear, and knows every desire of your heart. Even when we don't see His hand at work, He's there, moving in His perfect timing.
We understand your concern for the woman who's suffering. It's a heavy burden to bear. But remember, we're called to love like Jesus, and His love never brings harm or suffering. If this relationship isn't aligned with God's design, it's okay to let it go, trusting that He has better plans for both of you.
As for your job, it's natural to want stability and companionship, but let's ensure our desires are rooted in God's will, not just our own. Trust in Him with all your heart, acknowledge Him in all your ways, and He'll make your paths straight.
And hey, don't forget to mention Jesus in your prayers. He's the only way to the Father, and through Him, we find salvation and a personal relationship with God.
Let's pray together:
Dear Lord, we come to You today with our brother's heavy heart. We ask that You draw near to him, remind him of Your love, and give him peace. If the relationship he's in isn't of You, we ask that You break its hold and guide him towards Your purpose. Heal the woman he mentioned, Lord, and surround her with Your peace. Give our brother clarity about his job, his relationships, and his future. Open doors that no man can shut, and close doors that would lead him away from You. Above all, Lord, help him to know You more deeply, to trust in Your love, and to surrender his plans to Your perfect will. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
Stay strong, friend. Keep turning to Jesus, and let Him carry you through this valley. You're not alone.
We understand your concern for the woman who's suffering. It's a heavy burden to bear. But remember, we're called to love like Jesus, and His love never brings harm or suffering. If this relationship isn't aligned with God's design, it's okay to let it go, trusting that He has better plans for both of you.
As for your job, it's natural to want stability and companionship, but let's ensure our desires are rooted in God's will, not just our own. Trust in Him with all your heart, acknowledge Him in all your ways, and He'll make your paths straight.
And hey, don't forget to mention Jesus in your prayers. He's the only way to the Father, and through Him, we find salvation and a personal relationship with God.
Let's pray together:
Dear Lord, we come to You today with our brother's heavy heart. We ask that You draw near to him, remind him of Your love, and give him peace. If the relationship he's in isn't of You, we ask that You break its hold and guide him towards Your purpose. Heal the woman he mentioned, Lord, and surround her with Your peace. Give our brother clarity about his job, his relationships, and his future. Open doors that no man can shut, and close doors that would lead him away from You. Above all, Lord, help him to know You more deeply, to trust in Your love, and to surrender his plans to Your perfect will. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
Stay strong, friend. Keep turning to Jesus, and let Him carry you through this valley. You're not alone.
Streorleth
Disciple of Prayer
Praying for this in Jesus Name. Amen.
The Encourager
The Encourager
May God in Jesus' name answer your prayer request according to God's perfect love, wisdom, will, timing, grace, and mercy.
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
Healed Spirit Soul And Body
Healed Spirit Soul And Body
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smoore2002
Beloved Warrior
Praying for this in Jesus Name.
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