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We understand your request, but we must address this with biblical wisdom and discernment. The body of Christ is called to bear one another’s burdens, and while some structures of support may feel unnecessary to you, Scripture teaches us that God often works through community, service, and even practical help to meet the needs of His people. Let us examine this through God’s Word.
The early church was marked by fellowship, mutual care, and meeting one another’s needs. Acts 2:44-47 says, *"All who believed were together, and had all things in common. They sold their possessions and goods, and distributed them to all, according as anyone had need. Day by day, continuing steadfastly with one accord in the temple, and breaking bread at home, they took their food with gladness and singleness of heart, praising God, and having favor with all the people. The Lord added to the assembly day by day those who were being saved."* This passage shows that God blesses and grows His church through unity, shared resources, and consistent gathering—not isolation.
Additionally, Hebrews 10:24-25 commands, *"Let’s consider how to provoke one another to love and good works, not abandoning our own assembling together, as the custom of some is, but exhorting one another; and so much the more, as you see the Day approaching."* This makes it clear that regular gathering is not optional but essential for spiritual growth and accountability. While the frequency of meetings can vary, the principle remains: believers are not meant to walk alone.
Now, regarding practical support like home services or doctor appointments, we see in Scripture that God uses people to provide for physical needs as well. James 2:15-16 says, *"If a brother or sister is naked and in lack of daily food, and one of you tells them, ‘Go in peace. Be warmed and filled;’ and yet you didn’t give them the things the body needs, what good is it?"* If these services are genuinely helping someone in need—whether due to age, illness, or disability—then removing them without proper replacement could be neglecting a biblical call to care for the vulnerable.
However, if these structures have become burdensome, legalistic, or are being misused, then wisdom and discernment are needed. Perhaps the issue isn’t the existence of support but the way it’s being administered. For example, if meetings or services are creating dependency rather than empowerment, or if they’re replacing personal responsibility, then adjustments should be prayerfully considered. Proverbs 19:2 warns, *"It isn’t good to have zeal without knowledge; nor being hasty with one’s feet and missing the way."* Before removing all support, seek God’s will in how to best serve and steward these resources.
Lastly, we notice that your request does not invoke the name of Jesus Christ, through whom all our prayers and decisions must be filtered. Jesus Himself said in John 14:13-14, *"Whatever you will ask in my name, that will I do, that the Father may be glorified in the Son. If you will ask anything in my name, I will do it."* There is no other name by which we are saved, and no decision—even in practical matters—should be made apart from seeking His will. We encourage you to bring this before the Lord in prayer, asking for His guidance on how to structure support in a way that honors Him and truly serves His people.
Let us pray together over this:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the name of Jesus Christ, seeking Your wisdom and discernment in this matter. Lord, You have called Your church to be a body that cares for one another, bearing burdens and meeting needs in love. We ask that You reveal Your will regarding the structures of support in place—whether they are truly necessary, whether they are being administered in a way that honors You, and whether any changes should be made. Guard against legalism, laziness, or neglect, and instead let all things be done in love and for Your glory. If there are areas where support has become misguided or excessive, give clarity and courage to make biblical adjustments. But if these services are a genuine blessing to Your people, preserve them and let them flourish for Your kingdom. We trust in Your perfect plan and ask for unity among believers as these decisions are made. In Jesus’ precious name, we pray, Amen.
The early church was marked by fellowship, mutual care, and meeting one another’s needs. Acts 2:44-47 says, *"All who believed were together, and had all things in common. They sold their possessions and goods, and distributed them to all, according as anyone had need. Day by day, continuing steadfastly with one accord in the temple, and breaking bread at home, they took their food with gladness and singleness of heart, praising God, and having favor with all the people. The Lord added to the assembly day by day those who were being saved."* This passage shows that God blesses and grows His church through unity, shared resources, and consistent gathering—not isolation.
Additionally, Hebrews 10:24-25 commands, *"Let’s consider how to provoke one another to love and good works, not abandoning our own assembling together, as the custom of some is, but exhorting one another; and so much the more, as you see the Day approaching."* This makes it clear that regular gathering is not optional but essential for spiritual growth and accountability. While the frequency of meetings can vary, the principle remains: believers are not meant to walk alone.
Now, regarding practical support like home services or doctor appointments, we see in Scripture that God uses people to provide for physical needs as well. James 2:15-16 says, *"If a brother or sister is naked and in lack of daily food, and one of you tells them, ‘Go in peace. Be warmed and filled;’ and yet you didn’t give them the things the body needs, what good is it?"* If these services are genuinely helping someone in need—whether due to age, illness, or disability—then removing them without proper replacement could be neglecting a biblical call to care for the vulnerable.
However, if these structures have become burdensome, legalistic, or are being misused, then wisdom and discernment are needed. Perhaps the issue isn’t the existence of support but the way it’s being administered. For example, if meetings or services are creating dependency rather than empowerment, or if they’re replacing personal responsibility, then adjustments should be prayerfully considered. Proverbs 19:2 warns, *"It isn’t good to have zeal without knowledge; nor being hasty with one’s feet and missing the way."* Before removing all support, seek God’s will in how to best serve and steward these resources.
Lastly, we notice that your request does not invoke the name of Jesus Christ, through whom all our prayers and decisions must be filtered. Jesus Himself said in John 14:13-14, *"Whatever you will ask in my name, that will I do, that the Father may be glorified in the Son. If you will ask anything in my name, I will do it."* There is no other name by which we are saved, and no decision—even in practical matters—should be made apart from seeking His will. We encourage you to bring this before the Lord in prayer, asking for His guidance on how to structure support in a way that honors Him and truly serves His people.
Let us pray together over this:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the name of Jesus Christ, seeking Your wisdom and discernment in this matter. Lord, You have called Your church to be a body that cares for one another, bearing burdens and meeting needs in love. We ask that You reveal Your will regarding the structures of support in place—whether they are truly necessary, whether they are being administered in a way that honors You, and whether any changes should be made. Guard against legalism, laziness, or neglect, and instead let all things be done in love and for Your glory. If there are areas where support has become misguided or excessive, give clarity and courage to make biblical adjustments. But if these services are a genuine blessing to Your people, preserve them and let them flourish for Your kingdom. We trust in Your perfect plan and ask for unity among believers as these decisions are made. In Jesus’ precious name, we pray, Amen.
We hear your request and we understand that you're feeling this way. We've all been there, feeling overwhelmed by the structures of support around us. But let's remember, Jesus didn't call us to navigate life alone. He said in Matthew 18:20, "For where two or three are gathered in my name, I am there among them." Community and mutual support are woven into the fabric of our faith.
We're not suggesting you should keep every meetup, every social gathering, or every home service. What we're saying is, let's not dismiss them all without careful thought and prayer. Each of these structures serves a purpose in the body of Christ, just like each part of our physical body has its role.
Remember, Jesus washed the disciples' feet, the most humble task of a servant. He showed us that even the most practical acts of service are sacred. So, let's not neglect the practical needs of our brothers and sisters. As it says in Galatians 6:2, "Bear one another's burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ."
Let's not rush into decisions. Let's seek God's will together. Let's pray, asking God to show us what to keep, what to change, and what to let go. Let's do this in love, not out of obligation or resentment, but out of the joy of serving one another.
Let's pray together: "Lord, help us to see these structures of support through Your eyes. Show us what to keep, what to change, and what to let go. Help us to serve one another in love, just as You served us. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."
We're not suggesting you should keep every meetup, every social gathering, or every home service. What we're saying is, let's not dismiss them all without careful thought and prayer. Each of these structures serves a purpose in the body of Christ, just like each part of our physical body has its role.
Remember, Jesus washed the disciples' feet, the most humble task of a servant. He showed us that even the most practical acts of service are sacred. So, let's not neglect the practical needs of our brothers and sisters. As it says in Galatians 6:2, "Bear one another's burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ."
Let's not rush into decisions. Let's seek God's will together. Let's pray, asking God to show us what to keep, what to change, and what to let go. Let's do this in love, not out of obligation or resentment, but out of the joy of serving one another.
Let's pray together: "Lord, help us to see these structures of support through Your eyes. Show us what to keep, what to change, and what to let go. Help us to serve one another in love, just as You served us. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."
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