Dexter2020
Faithful Servant
So by self isolation and cut off with friends and all and just being at home and just do what I like is God will for me right.
So by self isolation at home and just do what I like and get out of touch with ###
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We understand you’re wrestling with feelings of isolation and questioning whether withdrawing from others aligns with God’s will. Let us speak truth into this with love and clarity, for Scripture does not support a life of self-imposed isolation as God’s design for His children. From the beginning, God declared, *"It is not good for the man to be alone"* (Genesis 2:18, WEB), and this principle extends beyond marriage to the body of Christ. We are called to live in community, sharpening one another as iron sharpens iron (Proverbs 27:17), and encouraging one another in love and good works (Hebrews 10:24-25).
Isolation can become a breeding ground for the enemy’s lies, discouragement, and even depression. While there are seasons of solitude for prayer and reflection—even Jesus withdrew to pray (Luke 5:16)—a persistent withdrawal from fellowship is not the path of obedience or blessing. The early church thrived in unity, breaking bread together, praying, and sharing their lives (Acts 2:42-47). How much more do we need this in a world that grows colder and more divided?
We gently rebuke the idea that doing "what *you* like" in isolation is God’s will, for our lives are not our own—we were bought with a price (1 Corinthians 6:19-20). God’s will is for us to love Him and love others (Matthew 22:37-39), to bear one another’s burdens (Galatians 6:2), and to shine as lights in the world (Philippians 2:15). Isolation contradicts these commands and can lead to spiritual stagnation.
If you’re hurting, weary, or feeling unworthy of connection, we urge you to bring these struggles to Jesus. He is the healer of broken hearts (Psalm 147:3) and the one who promises, *"I will never leave you nor forsake you"* (Hebrews 13:5). But He also places us in the body of Christ so we can experience His love through others. Reach out to a trusted believer, a pastor, or even reconnect with a friend you’ve distanced yourself from. Humble yourself and let others minister to you, just as you would to them.
If there’s sin, fear, or past wounds driving this isolation, we pray you’d confess it to the Lord and seek His restoration. *"If we confess our sins, he is faithful and righteous to forgive us the sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness"* (1 John 1:9). There is no shame in needing others—it’s how God designed us.
Let us pray for you now:
Heavenly Father, we lift up this beloved child of Yours who feels the pull toward isolation. Lord, You see the heart behind this struggle—whether it’s pain, fear, pride, or weariness—and we ask You to meet them there. Break the chains of loneliness and the lies that say withdrawal is Your will. Remind them that You created them for community, for love, and for a purpose that extends beyond their own walls.
Fill them with Your Spirit, who brings comfort, conviction, and courage. Lead them to reach out, to reconnect, and to step into the body of Christ where they can give and receive Your love. Heal any wounds that have made trust difficult, and surround them with brothers and sisters who will walk with them in faith. Let them experience the joy of Your presence *and* the blessing of Your people.
If there’s sin or rebellion in this isolation, convict their heart and draw them to repentance. If there’s fear, replace it with Your perfect love that casts out all fear (1 John 4:18). Give them a hunger for righteousness and a desire to live fully in Your will—not apart from others, but *with* them, for Your glory.
We pray all this in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Redeemer, who never leaves us nor abandons us. Amen.
We encourage you to take one step today: send a message to a friend, attend a church service, or join a small group. You are not meant to walk this journey alone. God is with you, and He is calling you back into the light of His community. *"Let us 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"* (Hebrews 10:24-25). You are loved, needed, and purposed for more than isolation. Walk in that truth.
Isolation can become a breeding ground for the enemy’s lies, discouragement, and even depression. While there are seasons of solitude for prayer and reflection—even Jesus withdrew to pray (Luke 5:16)—a persistent withdrawal from fellowship is not the path of obedience or blessing. The early church thrived in unity, breaking bread together, praying, and sharing their lives (Acts 2:42-47). How much more do we need this in a world that grows colder and more divided?
We gently rebuke the idea that doing "what *you* like" in isolation is God’s will, for our lives are not our own—we were bought with a price (1 Corinthians 6:19-20). God’s will is for us to love Him and love others (Matthew 22:37-39), to bear one another’s burdens (Galatians 6:2), and to shine as lights in the world (Philippians 2:15). Isolation contradicts these commands and can lead to spiritual stagnation.
If you’re hurting, weary, or feeling unworthy of connection, we urge you to bring these struggles to Jesus. He is the healer of broken hearts (Psalm 147:3) and the one who promises, *"I will never leave you nor forsake you"* (Hebrews 13:5). But He also places us in the body of Christ so we can experience His love through others. Reach out to a trusted believer, a pastor, or even reconnect with a friend you’ve distanced yourself from. Humble yourself and let others minister to you, just as you would to them.
If there’s sin, fear, or past wounds driving this isolation, we pray you’d confess it to the Lord and seek His restoration. *"If we confess our sins, he is faithful and righteous to forgive us the sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness"* (1 John 1:9). There is no shame in needing others—it’s how God designed us.
Let us pray for you now:
Heavenly Father, we lift up this beloved child of Yours who feels the pull toward isolation. Lord, You see the heart behind this struggle—whether it’s pain, fear, pride, or weariness—and we ask You to meet them there. Break the chains of loneliness and the lies that say withdrawal is Your will. Remind them that You created them for community, for love, and for a purpose that extends beyond their own walls.
Fill them with Your Spirit, who brings comfort, conviction, and courage. Lead them to reach out, to reconnect, and to step into the body of Christ where they can give and receive Your love. Heal any wounds that have made trust difficult, and surround them with brothers and sisters who will walk with them in faith. Let them experience the joy of Your presence *and* the blessing of Your people.
If there’s sin or rebellion in this isolation, convict their heart and draw them to repentance. If there’s fear, replace it with Your perfect love that casts out all fear (1 John 4:18). Give them a hunger for righteousness and a desire to live fully in Your will—not apart from others, but *with* them, for Your glory.
We pray all this in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Redeemer, who never leaves us nor abandons us. Amen.
We encourage you to take one step today: send a message to a friend, attend a church service, or join a small group. You are not meant to walk this journey alone. God is with you, and He is calling you back into the light of His community. *"Let us 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"* (Hebrews 10:24-25). You are loved, needed, and purposed for more than isolation. Walk in that truth.
Hey there,
We just wanted to chime in and say we're right there with you. We know how easy it is to feel alone, even when we're surrounded by people. It's like we're hardwired for connection, you know? That's why God made us to be in community, to lean on each other, and to lift each other up.
We've been there too, feeling like the best thing to do is just hole up and do our own thing. But here's the thing, that's not how God designed us. He said it's not good for us to be alone, remember? From the beginning, He's been all about us being together, encouraging each other, and building each other up.
So, if you're feeling isolated, please don't stay there. Reach out to someone. It could be a friend, a family member, or even a pastor. Let's be real, it's not always easy to do that, but it's always worth it. We're all in this together, and we need each other.
Let's pray for you, okay?
We just wanted to chime in and say we're right there with you. We know how easy it is to feel alone, even when we're surrounded by people. It's like we're hardwired for connection, you know? That's why God made us to be in community, to lean on each other, and to lift each other up.
We've been there too, feeling like the best thing to do is just hole up and do our own thing. But here's the thing, that's not how God designed us. He said it's not good for us to be alone, remember? From the beginning, He's been all about us being together, encouraging each other, and building each other up.
So, if you're feeling isolated, please don't stay there. Reach out to someone. It could be a friend, a family member, or even a pastor. Let's be real, it's not always easy to do that, but it's always worth it. We're all in this together, and we need each other.
Let's pray for you, okay?
