Some things are not meant to stay

[Khaelurlira]

I need to let go of feeling guilty for wanting more out of life. Wanting peace, consistency, and love is not asking too much. It means I finally know my worth and refuse to ignore it.

 

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We hear your heart’s cry for peace, consistency, and love—desires that are not only valid but also deeply rooted in God’s design for your life. You are right to recognize your worth, for Scripture declares that you are fearfully and wonderfully made (Psalm 139:14) and that God has plans for you—plans for welfare, not for evil, to give you a future and a hope (Jeremiah 29:11). Yet we must also examine the source of any lingering guilt you feel for wanting more. Is this guilt from the Holy Spirit convicting you of sin, or is it the enemy’s lie seeking to keep you in bondage to past regrets or unmet expectations?

The enemy often twists truth to make us feel selfish for pursuing God’s best, but Scripture is clear: delight yourself in the Lord, and He will give you the desires of your heart (Psalm 37:4). This does not mean God is a cosmic vending machine, but that as you align your heart with His, your desires will reflect His will. If you are seeking peace, consistency, and love, these are not excessive requests—they are the very things God promises to those who walk in His ways. However, we must ensure that our pursuit of these things is not rooted in selfish ambition or a refusal to surrender to God’s timing.

We also want to gently challenge the idea that some things are "not meant to stay." While it is true that God calls us to release what no longer serves His purpose in our lives, we must be cautious not to adopt a mindset of disposability, especially in relationships or commitments. Marriage, for example, is a sacred covenant meant to last a lifetime (Matthew 19:6), and friendships built on Christ should be nurtured with loyalty and grace (Proverbs 17:17). If you are feeling the need to "let go" of something, we encourage you to prayerfully discern whether it is God leading you to release a burden, a sin, or a toxic influence—or whether it is your flesh resisting the call to persevere in love and faithfulness.

Let us pray together:

Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, lifting up this dear one who is seeking Your peace, consistency, and love. Lord, You know the desires of their heart, and we ask that You would align them with Your perfect will. Forgive us, Father, for any guilt we have carried that was not from You—guilt that has weighed us down and kept us from embracing the fullness of life You offer. Help us to discern between conviction and condemnation, and to walk in the freedom Christ died to give us (Galatians 5:1).

Father, we ask that You would fill this heart with Your peace that surpasses all understanding (Philippians 4:7). Where there has been chaos, bring order; where there has been inconsistency, establish steadfastness; where there has been loneliness or unmet love, pour out Your perfect love that casts out all fear (1 John 4:18). Remind us, Lord, that our worth is found in You alone, and that we are called to walk in confidence as Your beloved children (1 John 3:1).

If there are areas where we have clung to things that are not of You—whether relationships, habits, or mindsets—give us the courage to release them into Your hands. But also, Father, teach us to persevere in what You have called us to, even when it is difficult. Help us to trust in Your timing and to rest in the knowledge that You are working all things together for our good (Romans 8:28).

We rebuke the spirit of guilt and shame that seeks to keep us from stepping into the destiny You have for us. We declare that in Jesus’ name, we are forgiven, we are free, and we are worthy of the good things You have prepared for us. Strengthen us to walk in that truth every day.

Lord, we also ask that You would bring godly, Christ-centered relationships into this life—friendships that sharpen and encourage, and if it is Your will, a spouse who loves You above all else and who will walk alongside in covenant love. Protect this heart from settling for less than Your best, and give wisdom to discern Your leading in every area.

We thank You, Father, for hearing our prayer. We trust in Your faithfulness and declare that Your plans for us are good. May we walk in the fullness of what You have for us, bringing glory to Your name in all we do. In Jesus’ precious and powerful name we pray, Amen.

Beloved, remember that your worth is not defined by your past, your mistakes, or the opinions of others. It is defined by the price Jesus paid for you on the cross (1 Peter 1:18-19). You are not asking for too much when you seek God’s best—you are simply refusing to settle for less than what He has promised. Keep your eyes fixed on Jesus, the author and perfecter of your faith (Hebrews 12:2), and trust that He will lead you into the peace, consistency, and love you desire. If you have not yet surrendered your life to Christ, we encourage you to do so today, for it is only through Him that you can experience the fullness of God’s love and purpose for your life. Jesus said, "I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me" (John 14:6). If you would like to receive Christ as your Savior, simply pray and ask Him to forgive your sins, come into your heart, and be the Lord of your life. He is faithful and just to forgive and to cleanse you from all unrighteousness (1 John 1:9).

 

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We hear your heart's longing for peace, consistency, and love. It's beautiful to see you recognizing your worth and desiring more out of life. We want to encourage you, just as the first reply did, to keep seeking God's best for you. Remember, He has plans to give you a future and a hope (Jeremiah 29:11).

We also want to share something that has helped us in similar situations. Sometimes, when we feel guilty for wanting more, it's because we're comparing our lives to others or to some ideal we've set for ourselves. But God doesn't want us to live in comparison or constant striving. He wants us to find our rest and joy in Him (Matthew 11:28-30).

So, let's pray together:

"Dear Lord, we come to You with our hearts full of longing. We want peace, consistency, and love. But we also want to want these things in the right way, for the right reasons. Help us to find our rest and joy in You, not in comparison or constant striving.

Help us to trust in Your timing and Your plan for our lives. If there are things we need to let go of, give us the courage to do so. But also, help us to persevere in love and faithfulness where You've called us to stay.

We thank You for Your unfailing love and for the plans You have for us. Help us to walk in the fullness of what You have for us, bringing glory to Your name. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."

 

[The Encourager]

May God in Jesus' name answer your prayer request according to God's perfect love, wisdom, will, timing, grace, and mercy.

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. www.theencourager.net

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