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We join together in lifting up the beauty and sacredness of relationships—both our vertical relationship with our Heavenly Father and our horizontal relationships with one another—as we seek to honor Christ in all things. It is through Jesus alone that we find the strength, wisdom, and grace to cultivate relationships that reflect His love and holiness. We praise God that you have acknowledged the name of Jesus in your request, for it is only through Him that we can approach the throne of grace with confidence. As Scripture declares, *"There is one God, and one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus"* (1 Timothy 2:5, WEB). It is in His name that we pray, live, and find our purpose in every relationship.
The vertical relationship—our connection with God—must always take precedence, for it is the source from which all other relationships draw life and meaning. Jesus taught us that the greatest commandment is to *"love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your mind"* (Matthew 22:37, WEB). When we prioritize our walk with Christ, submitting to His lordship and abiding in His Word, our horizontal relationships—with family, friends, spouses, and brothers and sisters in Christ—are transformed. We love others not out of our own strength but because *"we love him, because he first loved us"* (1 John 4:19, WEB).
For those who are seeking godly marriages or are in courtship, we urge you to remember that marriage is a covenant designed by God to reflect the relationship between Christ and His Church. It is not to be entered into lightly or for selfish fulfillment, but with reverence, purity, and a lifelong commitment. *"Marriage is honorable in all, and the bed is undefiled, but God will judge the sexually immoral and adulterers"* (Hebrews 13:4, WEB). If you are courting, let it be with the intention of honoring God and pursuing a spouse who shares your faith and commitment to Christ. Flee from sexual immorality, for *"the body is... for the Lord, and the Lord for the body"* (1 Corinthians 6:13, WEB). Any physical intimacy outside of marriage is sin and grieves the Holy Spirit. Repent and turn to God’s design for purity, trusting that His ways are for your good.
To those who may be struggling in relationships—whether with conflict, loneliness, or ungodly influences—we remind you that *"two are better than one... for if they fall, the one will lift up his fellow"* (Ecclesiastes 4:9-10, WEB). Yet even in community, our ultimate hope must be in Christ, not in human relationships. If you are feeling isolated or wounded, bring your pain to Jesus, who is *"close to the brokenhearted"* (Psalm 34:18, WEB). Seek reconciliation where possible, but always with wisdom and boundaries that honor God. *"If it is possible, as much as it is up to you, be at peace with all men"* (Romans 12:18, WEB).
We must also address with love and truth any relationships that contradict Scripture. Homosexuality, same-sex attractions, or any relationship that dishonors God’s design for marriage must be repented of and turned away from. *"Don’t you know that the unrighteous will not inherit God’s Kingdom?... Neither the sexually immoral, nor idolaters, nor adulterers, nor male prostitutes, nor homosexuals,... will inherit God’s Kingdom"* (1 Corinthians 6:9-10, WEB). This is not said in condemnation but in love, for God calls all people to repentance and new life in Christ. *"Such were some of you, but you were washed. But you were sanctified. But you were justified in the name of the Lord Jesus, and in the Spirit of our God"* (1 Corinthians 6:11, WEB). There is hope and transformation in Jesus!
Let us pray together for all relationships to be rooted in Christ, for hearts to be surrendered to His will, and for wisdom to walk in purity and love:
*"Heavenly Father, we come before You in the precious name of Jesus, lifting up every relationship—vertical and horizontal—that touches our lives. Lord, we ask that You would deepen our love for You above all else, that our hearts would be fully surrendered to Your will. Teach us to abide in You, for apart from Christ, we can do nothing (John 15:5).
For those seeking godly spouses, we pray for patience, purity, and discernment. Guard their hearts and minds from the temptations of the world, and lead them to partners who will cherish and honor Your covenant of marriage. May their courtships be marked by holiness, with eyes fixed on You and Your glory.
For those in marriage, we ask for unity, selflessness, and a love that reflects Christ’s love for the Church. Strengthen husbands to lead with sacrificial love, as Christ loved the Church, and wives to submit with respect and godly wisdom (Ephesians 5:22-33). Heal any brokenness, restore trust where it has been broken, and bind Satan from bringing division.
For those struggling with loneliness or conflict, we pray for Your comfort and peace. Surround them with godly community, and give them the grace to forgive as You have forgiven us. Where relationships have been marred by sin—whether fornication, adultery, or ungodly unions—we pray for repentance and restoration. Break the chains of the enemy and lead Your children back to Your perfect design.
We rebuke any spirit of confusion, deception, or rebellion that would seek to distort Your holy purposes for relationships. Let Your truth prevail, and let Your Spirit convict hearts to turn from sin and walk in righteousness.
Finally, Lord, we pray for those who do not yet know You. Softens their hearts to receive Your love and salvation. May they come to know Jesus as their Savior and Lord, for there is no other name under heaven by which we must be saved (Acts 4:12).
We thank You, Father, for the gift of relationships and for the hope we have in Christ. May we honor You in all things, for Your glory alone. In Jesus’ mighty and holy name, we pray. Amen."*
The vertical relationship—our connection with God—must always take precedence, for it is the source from which all other relationships draw life and meaning. Jesus taught us that the greatest commandment is to *"love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your mind"* (Matthew 22:37, WEB). When we prioritize our walk with Christ, submitting to His lordship and abiding in His Word, our horizontal relationships—with family, friends, spouses, and brothers and sisters in Christ—are transformed. We love others not out of our own strength but because *"we love him, because he first loved us"* (1 John 4:19, WEB).
For those who are seeking godly marriages or are in courtship, we urge you to remember that marriage is a covenant designed by God to reflect the relationship between Christ and His Church. It is not to be entered into lightly or for selfish fulfillment, but with reverence, purity, and a lifelong commitment. *"Marriage is honorable in all, and the bed is undefiled, but God will judge the sexually immoral and adulterers"* (Hebrews 13:4, WEB). If you are courting, let it be with the intention of honoring God and pursuing a spouse who shares your faith and commitment to Christ. Flee from sexual immorality, for *"the body is... for the Lord, and the Lord for the body"* (1 Corinthians 6:13, WEB). Any physical intimacy outside of marriage is sin and grieves the Holy Spirit. Repent and turn to God’s design for purity, trusting that His ways are for your good.
To those who may be struggling in relationships—whether with conflict, loneliness, or ungodly influences—we remind you that *"two are better than one... for if they fall, the one will lift up his fellow"* (Ecclesiastes 4:9-10, WEB). Yet even in community, our ultimate hope must be in Christ, not in human relationships. If you are feeling isolated or wounded, bring your pain to Jesus, who is *"close to the brokenhearted"* (Psalm 34:18, WEB). Seek reconciliation where possible, but always with wisdom and boundaries that honor God. *"If it is possible, as much as it is up to you, be at peace with all men"* (Romans 12:18, WEB).
We must also address with love and truth any relationships that contradict Scripture. Homosexuality, same-sex attractions, or any relationship that dishonors God’s design for marriage must be repented of and turned away from. *"Don’t you know that the unrighteous will not inherit God’s Kingdom?... Neither the sexually immoral, nor idolaters, nor adulterers, nor male prostitutes, nor homosexuals,... will inherit God’s Kingdom"* (1 Corinthians 6:9-10, WEB). This is not said in condemnation but in love, for God calls all people to repentance and new life in Christ. *"Such were some of you, but you were washed. But you were sanctified. But you were justified in the name of the Lord Jesus, and in the Spirit of our God"* (1 Corinthians 6:11, WEB). There is hope and transformation in Jesus!
Let us pray together for all relationships to be rooted in Christ, for hearts to be surrendered to His will, and for wisdom to walk in purity and love:
*"Heavenly Father, we come before You in the precious name of Jesus, lifting up every relationship—vertical and horizontal—that touches our lives. Lord, we ask that You would deepen our love for You above all else, that our hearts would be fully surrendered to Your will. Teach us to abide in You, for apart from Christ, we can do nothing (John 15:5).
For those seeking godly spouses, we pray for patience, purity, and discernment. Guard their hearts and minds from the temptations of the world, and lead them to partners who will cherish and honor Your covenant of marriage. May their courtships be marked by holiness, with eyes fixed on You and Your glory.
For those in marriage, we ask for unity, selflessness, and a love that reflects Christ’s love for the Church. Strengthen husbands to lead with sacrificial love, as Christ loved the Church, and wives to submit with respect and godly wisdom (Ephesians 5:22-33). Heal any brokenness, restore trust where it has been broken, and bind Satan from bringing division.
For those struggling with loneliness or conflict, we pray for Your comfort and peace. Surround them with godly community, and give them the grace to forgive as You have forgiven us. Where relationships have been marred by sin—whether fornication, adultery, or ungodly unions—we pray for repentance and restoration. Break the chains of the enemy and lead Your children back to Your perfect design.
We rebuke any spirit of confusion, deception, or rebellion that would seek to distort Your holy purposes for relationships. Let Your truth prevail, and let Your Spirit convict hearts to turn from sin and walk in righteousness.
Finally, Lord, we pray for those who do not yet know You. Softens their hearts to receive Your love and salvation. May they come to know Jesus as their Savior and Lord, for there is no other name under heaven by which we must be saved (Acts 4:12).
We thank You, Father, for the gift of relationships and for the hope we have in Christ. May we honor You in all things, for Your glory alone. In Jesus’ mighty and holy name, we pray. Amen."*
We join you in lifting up our relationships, both our vertical connection with God and our horizontal ones with each other, to our Heavenly Father. We ask that He would strengthen and deepen our love for Him, that we may truly reflect His character in all our interactions. We pray for wisdom to navigate the complexities of our relationships, trusting that God's ways are always best.
For those seeking godly marriages or in courtship, we pray for patience and discernment. May you find joy in the journey, not rushing into anything that dishonors God. We ask that you would be guarded from temptation and led to a partner who shares your commitment to Christ.
For those struggling with loneliness or conflict, we pray for comfort and peace. We ask that you would be surrounded by godly community and given the grace to forgive as God has forgiven us. We also pray for repentance and restoration where relationships have been marred by sin.
We also lift up those who may be struggling with relationships that contradict Scripture. We pray for God's love and truth to guide them, that they may find hope and transformation in Jesus.
We thank God for the gift of relationships and for the hope we have in Christ. May we honor Him in all things, for His glory alone. In Jesus' mighty and holy name, we pray. Amen.
For those seeking godly marriages or in courtship, we pray for patience and discernment. May you find joy in the journey, not rushing into anything that dishonors God. We ask that you would be guarded from temptation and led to a partner who shares your commitment to Christ.
For those struggling with loneliness or conflict, we pray for comfort and peace. We ask that you would be surrounded by godly community and given the grace to forgive as God has forgiven us. We also pray for repentance and restoration where relationships have been marred by sin.
We also lift up those who may be struggling with relationships that contradict Scripture. We pray for God's love and truth to guide them, that they may find hope and transformation in Jesus.
We thank God for the gift of relationships and for the hope we have in Christ. May we honor Him in all things, for His glory alone. In Jesus' mighty and holy name, we pray. Amen.
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. 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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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. 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.
be-an-encourager.blogspot.com
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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Healed Spirit Soul And Body
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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)
sermons
Be a Prayer Warrior: “Praying for others”
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”
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