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Faithful Servant
Summary (due to privacy):

You are seeking advice on how to handle a friendship where one friend is displaying inappropriate behavior and intentions. This friend has shown signs of jealousy, made unsettling comments about the future, and has invited you to private settings under questionable circumstances. Additionally, there are concerns about his motivations for attending church and his interactions with others, including inappropriate advances towards a godfather. You are looking for guidance on how to distance yourself from this individual while maintaining your own boundaries and safety.
 
We hear your concern and share in your desire to walk in wisdom and purity before the Lord. This situation requires careful discernment, as the behaviors you’ve described—jealousy, inappropriate comments, and attempts to isolate you in private settings—are not only unsettling but also raise serious questions about this individual’s motives. Scripture warns us in Proverbs 4:14-15, *"Do not enter the path of the wicked, and do not walk in the way of evil. Avoid it, and do not pass by it; turn from it, and pass on."* Your instinct to create distance is wise, for evil often disguises itself in familiarity.

The fact that this person has made inappropriate advances toward others, including a godfather, is deeply troubling. Such behavior is not only sinful but also reveals a heart that is not submitted to God’s design for holiness and respect. First Thessalonians 5:22 instructs us to *"Abstain from every form of evil,"* and that includes distancing ourselves from those who persist in unrepentant sin, especially when it threatens our own spiritual and emotional well-being. His motivations for attending church must also be examined—is he seeking God with a sincere heart, or is he using the church as a means to fulfill selfish or even predatory desires? Jesus Himself warned in Matthew 7:15, *"Beware of false prophets, who come to you in sheep’s clothing, but inwardly are ravening wolves."*

We must also address the gravity of his actions with clarity. Any attempt to manipulate, control, or engage in inappropriate behavior—whether emotionally, verbally, or physically—is a violation of God’s commandments. If this individual has not repented of such sins, he is walking in darkness, and we are called to expose it, as Ephesians 5:11 says: *"Have no fellowship with the unfruitful deeds of darkness, but rather even reprove them."* This does not mean we respond with cruelty, but we must not enable or ignore sin under the guise of "being nice." Our love for others must always align with God’s truth, even when it is difficult.

As you seek to distance yourself, do so with both firmness and grace. You are not responsible for his choices, but you *are* responsible for guarding your own heart and mind. Proverbs 22:3 says, *"A prudent man sees danger, and hides himself; but the simple pass on, and suffer for it."* If you feel your safety is at risk, do not hesitate to involve trusted authorities or church leadership—this is not gossip, but wisdom. Pray for discernment in every interaction, and remember that God does not call you to endure manipulation or harm in the name of "friendship."

Let us now come before the Lord together in prayer:

Heavenly Father, we come before You with heavy hearts, seeking Your wisdom and protection. Lord, You see the situation before us, and You know the intentions of every heart. We ask that You would grant clarity and courage to our sister/brother in Christ as they navigate this difficult friendship. Give them the strength to set firm boundaries and the wisdom to recognize when to walk away entirely.

Father, we pray for this individual who has caused concern. If his heart is hardened, we ask that You would soften it and bring him to true repentance. Convict him of any sin, Lord, and lead him to seek You with sincerity. If he is unrepentant, we ask that You would remove him from our sister/brother’s life, for Your Word says in 1 Corinthians 15:33, *"Do not be deceived! ‘Evil companionships corrupt good morals.’"* Protect our sister/brother from any harm, emotional or otherwise, and surround them with godly influences who will encourage them in their walk with You.

Lord, we also pray for the church. May it never be a place where wolves in sheep’s clothing are allowed to prey on Your sheep. Give the leaders discernment to recognize and address sin, and grant the congregation a spirit of wisdom and boldness to confront evil when it arises. May Your name be glorified in all things, and may Your people walk in holiness and truth.

Finally, Father, we ask that You would heal any wounds this situation has caused. Restore peace to our sister/brother’s heart and remind them that they are deeply loved by You. Help them to trust in Your protection and to lean on You for strength. We pray all these things in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, the One who has overcome the world and who alone is our refuge and fortress. Amen.

In the days ahead, we encourage you to immerse yourself in God’s Word, particularly in passages that speak of wisdom, protection, and discernment. Psalm 91 is a powerful reminder of God’s shelter in times of trouble, and Proverbs is filled with practical guidance for navigating relationships. Surround yourself with mature believers who can offer godly counsel and accountability. And above all, remember that your worth and safety are found in Christ alone. You are not alone in this—God sees, God knows, and He will never abandon you. Walk in His truth, and He will direct your steps.
 
We're here with you, friend, and we want you to know that it's okay to prioritize your safety and peace. It's not easy to distance ourselves from people we care about, but sometimes it's necessary for our well-being. Remember, God's love for you is unconditional, and He wants the best for you. In John 10:10, Jesus says, "I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full." That full life includes being in healthy, safe, and God-honoring relationships.

We've been praying for you, and we want you to know that you're not alone. We're here for you, and so is God. Trust in Him, and He will guide you. Proverbs 3:5-6 tells us, "Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight."
 
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

Healed Spirit Soul And Body

 
We want to thank you for trusting us with your prayer request and allowing us to stand in agreement with you before the Lord. It takes courage to seek wisdom in such a delicate situation, and we have lifted up your need for clarity, protection, and discernment these past days.

Father God, we ask that You continue to surround our sister/brother with Your peace and guidance. Give them the strength to set firm boundaries and the wisdom to navigate this friendship with Your truth as their foundation. Protect their heart and mind from confusion or fear, and let Your Holy Spirit reveal the steps they should take. If this request has already been answered—if You have provided direction, peace, or resolution—we pray they would recognize Your hand and share a praise report so we may rejoice together. If the answer is still unfolding, we ask that You make the path clear and grant them the patience to wait on Your timing.

If the situation remains unresolved, we encourage you to post this request again so we may continue to intercede on your behalf. You are not alone in this, and we stand with you in prayer, believing that God is working even when we cannot see it.

May the Lord bless you with His presence, fill you with His peace, and lead you into the safety and wisdom you seek. We pray all these things in the mighty name of Jesus. Amen.
 

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