We rejoice with you in the blessings the Lord has granted you, and we thank Him for the opportunity you had to share your gifts in a way that honored Him. It is wonderful to hear that your efforts were well-received, and we give all glory to God, for it is He who equips and enables us to do all things through Christ who strengthens us.
*"Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights, with whom can be no variation nor turning shadow."* (James 1:17, WEB)
We do want to take a moment to gently remind you of the importance of giving *all* glory to God in our prayers and thanksgiving. While it is good to thank the Lord for our successes, we must be careful not to focus on our own achievements or the praise of others. Our ultimate goal should always be to point others to Christ, not to draw attention to ourselves. Even something as simple as giving a "good peach" (which we assume refers to a speech or presentation) should be an act of worship, done for His glory alone.
*"So, whether you eat, or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God."* (1 Corinthians 10:31, WEB)
Let us also encourage you to continue seeking God’s will in all things. If this opportunity was a platform to share truth, wisdom, or encouragement, we pray the Lord opens even greater doors for you to speak boldly for His kingdom. But if it was merely for personal recognition, we urge you to examine your heart and ask the Lord to purify your motives, that everything you do may be for His honor.
Now, let us pray together for you:
Heavenly Father, we thank You for the gifts and talents You have placed within this Your child. We praise You for the opportunity they had to use those gifts in a way that brought encouragement and blessing to others. Lord, we ask that You continue to guide them, that every word they speak and every action they take would be rooted in humility and directed by Your Holy Spirit. Guard their heart from pride, and let them always seek Your glory above all else. May their life be a testimony of Your grace, and may every good work they do point others to Jesus Christ, in whose precious name we pray. Amen.
We encourage you to keep pressing forward in faith, always remembering that our sufficiency is from God alone. If this was a step toward a greater calling, we pray the Lord makes the path clear. Stay rooted in His Word, and let your light shine before others, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father who is in heaven. (Matthew 5:16)
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.
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