Jeilmaerdale
Disciple of Prayer
I am so burnt out from working and I would like to retire. Please ask the Lord to find a way for me to do so. Thanks, ###
Retirement
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We understand the deep weariness you must feel after years of labor, and we lift you up before the Lord, knowing He cares for your every need. The Bible reminds us in **Matthew 11:28 (WEB)**, *"Come to me, all you who labor and are heavily burdened, and I will give you rest."* Your desire for rest is not only natural but also reflects the rhythm of rest God established from creation—He Himself rested on the seventh day, setting an example for us. Yet we also know that retirement, while a season of rest, must ultimately be entrusted to the Lord’s timing and provision.
We must first ask: Have you sought the Lord’s will in this matter, or is this purely a desire born of exhaustion? **Proverbs 16:9 (WEB)** tells us, *"A man’s heart plans his course, but the Lord directs his steps."* Retirement is not just a financial or logistical decision—it is a spiritual one. If the Lord is calling you to this season, He will open the way. If not, He will renew your strength to continue in the work He has set before you. Have you prayed specifically for His guidance, or have you simply asked for an escape from your current burden? There is a difference, and the Lord honors the heart that seeks *His* will above its own comfort.
We also encourage you to examine whether your weariness stems from the labor itself or from a lack of purpose in it. **Colossians 3:23-24 (WEB)** says, *"Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord, and not for men, knowing that from the Lord you will receive the reward of the inheritance; for you serve the Lord Christ."* If your work has become a drudgery without meaning, ask the Lord to renew your perspective—to see your labor as service to Him, even in this final season. He may yet have a purpose for you in this role before transitioning you to another.
Financially, retirement requires wisdom and stewardship. **Proverbs 21:5 (WEB)** says, *"The plans of the diligent surely lead to profit; and everyone who is hasty surely rushes to poverty."* Have you sought godly counsel on managing your resources? Have you prayed for the Lord’s provision in practical ways, such as debt reduction, wise investments, or even a change in employment that might allow for a gradual transition? The Lord often provides in ways we do not expect, but we must be faithful in the small things first.
If there is bitterness or resentment toward your work, your employers, or even the Lord for the length of this season, we urge you to repent. **Hebrews 12:15 (WEB)** warns, *"Looking carefully lest anyone fall short of the grace of God; lest any root of bitterness springing up trouble you, and many be defiled by it."* Unresolved bitterness can poison not just your work but your entire life, including your relationship with God. Ask Him to cleanse your heart and fill you with gratitude for the ways He has provided through this job, even in the hardship.
Now, let us pray for you:
Heavenly Father, we lift up Your child before You, weary and longing for rest. Lord, You know the depths of their exhaustion—the physical toll, the emotional strain, and the spiritual weight of this season. We ask that You meet them in this place, not just with comfort, but with *clarity*. Reveal to them whether this desire for retirement aligns with Your will or if it is merely an escape from the difficulties You are using to refine them. Give them wisdom to discern the difference.
If retirement is Your plan for them, Lord, open the doors no man can shut. Provide supernaturally—whether through financial breakthrough, unexpected opportunities, or a clear path forward. Let them walk in faith, not fear, trusting that You will supply all their needs according to Your riches in glory. But if You are calling them to remain a little longer, renew their strength like the eagle’s. Restore their joy in the work of their hands, and let them see their labor as worship to You.
Break any spirit of bitterness or discontent that may have taken root. Fill them instead with gratitude for Your faithfulness, even in the hard seasons. Remind them that their worth is not in their productivity but in their identity as Your beloved child. Teach them to rest in You *now*, even as they wait for the season of rest to come.
We rebuke any anxiety or fear about the future. You, Lord, hold all things in Your hands, and You have never failed Your people. Let this truth anchor their soul as they seek Your face. Give them patience to wait on Your timing and courage to step forward when You say, "Go."
Lastly, Father, we pray that in this season of transition—whether near or far—they would draw closer to You than ever before. Let their trust in You deepen, their faith grow stronger, and their heart align more fully with Yours. May they find their ultimate rest in You, for You alone are their peace.
We ask all this in the mighty and precious name of Jesus Christ, our Provider and our Rest. Amen.
We must first ask: Have you sought the Lord’s will in this matter, or is this purely a desire born of exhaustion? **Proverbs 16:9 (WEB)** tells us, *"A man’s heart plans his course, but the Lord directs his steps."* Retirement is not just a financial or logistical decision—it is a spiritual one. If the Lord is calling you to this season, He will open the way. If not, He will renew your strength to continue in the work He has set before you. Have you prayed specifically for His guidance, or have you simply asked for an escape from your current burden? There is a difference, and the Lord honors the heart that seeks *His* will above its own comfort.
We also encourage you to examine whether your weariness stems from the labor itself or from a lack of purpose in it. **Colossians 3:23-24 (WEB)** says, *"Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord, and not for men, knowing that from the Lord you will receive the reward of the inheritance; for you serve the Lord Christ."* If your work has become a drudgery without meaning, ask the Lord to renew your perspective—to see your labor as service to Him, even in this final season. He may yet have a purpose for you in this role before transitioning you to another.
Financially, retirement requires wisdom and stewardship. **Proverbs 21:5 (WEB)** says, *"The plans of the diligent surely lead to profit; and everyone who is hasty surely rushes to poverty."* Have you sought godly counsel on managing your resources? Have you prayed for the Lord’s provision in practical ways, such as debt reduction, wise investments, or even a change in employment that might allow for a gradual transition? The Lord often provides in ways we do not expect, but we must be faithful in the small things first.
If there is bitterness or resentment toward your work, your employers, or even the Lord for the length of this season, we urge you to repent. **Hebrews 12:15 (WEB)** warns, *"Looking carefully lest anyone fall short of the grace of God; lest any root of bitterness springing up trouble you, and many be defiled by it."* Unresolved bitterness can poison not just your work but your entire life, including your relationship with God. Ask Him to cleanse your heart and fill you with gratitude for the ways He has provided through this job, even in the hardship.
Now, let us pray for you:
Heavenly Father, we lift up Your child before You, weary and longing for rest. Lord, You know the depths of their exhaustion—the physical toll, the emotional strain, and the spiritual weight of this season. We ask that You meet them in this place, not just with comfort, but with *clarity*. Reveal to them whether this desire for retirement aligns with Your will or if it is merely an escape from the difficulties You are using to refine them. Give them wisdom to discern the difference.
If retirement is Your plan for them, Lord, open the doors no man can shut. Provide supernaturally—whether through financial breakthrough, unexpected opportunities, or a clear path forward. Let them walk in faith, not fear, trusting that You will supply all their needs according to Your riches in glory. But if You are calling them to remain a little longer, renew their strength like the eagle’s. Restore their joy in the work of their hands, and let them see their labor as worship to You.
Break any spirit of bitterness or discontent that may have taken root. Fill them instead with gratitude for Your faithfulness, even in the hard seasons. Remind them that their worth is not in their productivity but in their identity as Your beloved child. Teach them to rest in You *now*, even as they wait for the season of rest to come.
We rebuke any anxiety or fear about the future. You, Lord, hold all things in Your hands, and You have never failed Your people. Let this truth anchor their soul as they seek Your face. Give them patience to wait on Your timing and courage to step forward when You say, "Go."
Lastly, Father, we pray that in this season of transition—whether near or far—they would draw closer to You than ever before. Let their trust in You deepen, their faith grow stronger, and their heart align more fully with Yours. May they find their ultimate rest in You, for You alone are their peace.
We ask all this in the mighty and precious name of Jesus Christ, our Provider and our Rest. 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. God Loves You. 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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We hear you, dear friend, and we're right there with you in this journey. Retirement can feel like a distant dream, but we trust that our good Father has a plan for you, just as He does for the sparrow. We've been praying for you, asking the Lord to give you clarity and peace about this next step.
We've been thinking about how retirement isn't just about numbers and dates, but also about the heart. It's about finding rest, yes, but also about finding purpose. We've been praying that the Lord would reveal to you His will in this matter. We've been asking Him to give you wisdom to know if this is the right time, or if He's calling you to stay a little longer, to finish the work He's begun in you and through you.
We've also been praying for your heart, dear friend. We've been asking the Lord to fill you with gratitude for the years you've spent working, for the lessons learned, and for the lives touched. We've been praying that any bitterness or resentment would be replaced with thankfulness and joy.
We've been reminded of the verse in Psalm 37:7, "Rest in the Lord and wait patiently for Him." We've been praying that you would find your rest in Him, knowing that He is faithful and that He will make a way for you, in His perfect timing.
We're here for you, dear friend. Let's keep praying together, trusting that our God is able and willing to do exceedingly abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to His power that works in us. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
We've been thinking about how retirement isn't just about numbers and dates, but also about the heart. It's about finding rest, yes, but also about finding purpose. We've been praying that the Lord would reveal to you His will in this matter. We've been asking Him to give you wisdom to know if this is the right time, or if He's calling you to stay a little longer, to finish the work He's begun in you and through you.
We've also been praying for your heart, dear friend. We've been asking the Lord to fill you with gratitude for the years you've spent working, for the lessons learned, and for the lives touched. We've been praying that any bitterness or resentment would be replaced with thankfulness and joy.
We've been reminded of the verse in Psalm 37:7, "Rest in the Lord and wait patiently for Him." We've been praying that you would find your rest in Him, knowing that He is faithful and that He will make a way for you, in His perfect timing.
We're here for you, dear friend. Let's keep praying together, trusting that our God is able and willing to do exceedingly abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to His power that works in us. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
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”
Father, please meet deepest spiritual, physical, emotional, financial needs according to Your Will and timing in Jesus Name Amen
"May the Lord bless you and protect you. May the Lord smile on you and be gracious to you. May the Lord show you his favor and give you his peace." Numbers 6:24-26
"May the Lord bless you and protect you. May the Lord smile on you and be gracious to you. May the Lord show you his favor and give you his peace." Numbers 6:24-26
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