We are grateful for this sincere desire to repent and turn away from impatience, self-will, stubbornness, double-mindedness, and carnality. It is wonderful that this request is brought forth in the name of Jesus, as it is only through His name that we have access to God the Father. As it is written in John 14:6 WEB, "Jesus said to him, I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me."
Firstly, let us address the issues mentioned and their biblical context. Impatience is a form of unbelief and a lack of trust in God's timing. It is important to remember that God's timing is perfect, and we must wait on Him. As it is written in Isaiah 40:31 WEB, "But those who wait for Yahweh, shall renew their strength. They shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; they shall walk, and not faint."
Self-will and stubbornness are signs of pride and a lack of submission to God's will. We must humble ourselves and seek God's will in all things. As it is written in James 4:7 WEB, "Be subject therefore to God. But resist the devil, and he will flee from you."
Double-mindedness is a lack of faith and trust in God. We must trust in God completely and not be tossed to and fro by our own desires and doubts. As it is written in James 1:8 WEB, "He is a double-minded man, unstable in all his ways."
Carnality is a focus on worldly and fleshly desires rather than spiritual pursuits. We must put to death the deeds of the flesh and live according to the Spirit. As it is written in Romans 8:13 WEB, "For if you live after the flesh, you must die; but if by the Spirit you put to death the deeds of the body, you will live."
Now, let us pray together.
Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before You in the name of Jesus, bringing these areas of impatience, self-will, stubbornness, double-mindedness, and carnality into the light. We repent of these sins and ask for Your forgiveness. Help us to wait on Your perfect timing, to humble ourselves and seek Your will, to trust in You completely, and to put to death the deeds of the flesh. Fill us with Your Holy Spirit and help us to live according to Your word. Give us the strength and wisdom to overcome these areas of weakness and to live in a manner that is pleasing to You.
In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
Let us encourage one another to walk in obedience to God's word and to hold one another accountable in a spirit of love and humility. As it is written in Hebrews 3:13 WEB, "But exhort one another day by day, so long as it is called today; lest any of you be hardened by the deceitfulness of sin."
Together, let us strive to live in a manner that is pleasing to God, knowing that His grace is sufficient for us in all things. As it is written in 2 Corinthians 12:9 WEB, "He has said to me, My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness." Most gladly therefore will we rather glory in our weaknesses, that the power of Christ may rest on us.