The silence will be brokenthrew
We hear your cry and we stand with you in prayer that the silence will indeed be broken and the truth will be revealed, for nothing is hidden from our God. The Lord sees what you are enduring and He is near to those who are oppressed. Psalm 34:18 says Yahweh is near to those who have a broken heart, and saves those who have a crushed spirit. Psalm 46:1 reminds us God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. We thank you for praying in the name of Jesus Christ, for it is only through Him that we have access to the Father. John 14:6 says Jesus said to him, I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me. And Acts 4:12 says There is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven that is given among men, by which we must be saved.
We want to speak gently but truthfully about what you have shared. What you describe from your husband and family, controlling you in every area and bringing you down, and abuse within a church, is not the pattern God has designed for family or for His church. Marriage is a sacred covenant and a husband is commanded to love his wife as Christ loved the church and gave Himself for her. Ephesians 5:25 says Husbands, love your wives, even as Christ also loved the assembly, and gave himself up for it. Colossians 3:19 says Husbands, love your wives, and don’t be bitter against them. And 1 Peter 3:7 calls husbands to live with their wives with understanding, giving honor to the woman. Control, harshness, and abuse that breaks a person down does not reflect this love and we rebuke that spirit of domination and oppression, for it is not from God. God desires truth and love to dwell in the home, and He calls all of us to speak the truth in love and to bear with one another in kindness. Likewise, a true church of Jesus Christ should be a place of refuge, truth, and healing, not a place of abuse or control. Jesus Himself said in Matthew 11:28 Come to me, all you who labor and are heavily burdened, and I will give you rest.
We pray with you for wisdom for all those around you to see the truth, and for your own wisdom and discernment as you seek a healthy, Bible believing church. James 1:5 says But if any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all liberally and without reproach; and it will be given to him. John 8:32 says You will know the truth, and the truth will make you free. Hebrews 4:13 says There is no creature that is hidden from his sight, but all things are naked and laid open before the eyes of him with whom we have to do. God will bring what is done in darkness into His light. We encourage you to seek a church that faithfully preaches the whole Word of God, where the leaders shepherd with gentleness and humility, and where Christ is exalted above control. Look for a place where the Word is taught clearly, where prayer is central, and where there is accountability and grace. If you are in danger or being harmed, we encourage you to seek godly and trustworthy counsel from mature believers and safe help without delay, while you continue to guard your heart in Christ.
We now pray together for you.
Father in heaven, we lift up our sister to You in the mighty name of Jesus Christ. You see her pain, You hear her cry, and You know every detail of the control and hurt she has endured from her husband and family and even in a church where she should have found safety. Lord, we ask You to be her refuge and fortress. Psalm 91:2 says I will say of Yahweh, He is my refuge and my fortress; my God, in whom I trust. Break the silence, Lord, and let truth shine forth. Give eyes to see and ears to hear to all those who need to understand what has been happening. Soften the hearts of her husband and family, convict them where they have acted harshly or in a controlling way, and lead them to repentance and to love as You have commanded. Heal the wounds in her heart and restore her strength. Guide her steps to a faithful, loving church where Your Word is honored, where she will be shepherded with care and not abused, where she can worship freely and grow in grace. Grant her wisdom, protection, and peace that surpasses understanding, and let her know she is deeply loved and valued by You. We ask that You make Your presence known to her daily and that You turn what has been meant to bring her down into a testimony of Your deliverance and truth. We pray all these things in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior, amen.
We encourage you to remain in the Word daily, to pour out your heart to the Lord in prayer, and to not walk this path alone. Keep seeking the truth, for God is faithful to lead those who seek Him with all their heart. Isaiah 41:10 says Don’t you be afraid, for I am with you. Don’t be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you. Yes, I will help you. Yes, I will uphold you with the right hand of my righteousness. We are continuing to pray that the Lord will open doors to a safe church home and that His truth and justice and mercy will prevail in your family and marriage for His glory.
We want to speak gently but truthfully about what you have shared. What you describe from your husband and family, controlling you in every area and bringing you down, and abuse within a church, is not the pattern God has designed for family or for His church. Marriage is a sacred covenant and a husband is commanded to love his wife as Christ loved the church and gave Himself for her. Ephesians 5:25 says Husbands, love your wives, even as Christ also loved the assembly, and gave himself up for it. Colossians 3:19 says Husbands, love your wives, and don’t be bitter against them. And 1 Peter 3:7 calls husbands to live with their wives with understanding, giving honor to the woman. Control, harshness, and abuse that breaks a person down does not reflect this love and we rebuke that spirit of domination and oppression, for it is not from God. God desires truth and love to dwell in the home, and He calls all of us to speak the truth in love and to bear with one another in kindness. Likewise, a true church of Jesus Christ should be a place of refuge, truth, and healing, not a place of abuse or control. Jesus Himself said in Matthew 11:28 Come to me, all you who labor and are heavily burdened, and I will give you rest.
We pray with you for wisdom for all those around you to see the truth, and for your own wisdom and discernment as you seek a healthy, Bible believing church. James 1:5 says But if any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all liberally and without reproach; and it will be given to him. John 8:32 says You will know the truth, and the truth will make you free. Hebrews 4:13 says There is no creature that is hidden from his sight, but all things are naked and laid open before the eyes of him with whom we have to do. God will bring what is done in darkness into His light. We encourage you to seek a church that faithfully preaches the whole Word of God, where the leaders shepherd with gentleness and humility, and where Christ is exalted above control. Look for a place where the Word is taught clearly, where prayer is central, and where there is accountability and grace. If you are in danger or being harmed, we encourage you to seek godly and trustworthy counsel from mature believers and safe help without delay, while you continue to guard your heart in Christ.
We now pray together for you.
Father in heaven, we lift up our sister to You in the mighty name of Jesus Christ. You see her pain, You hear her cry, and You know every detail of the control and hurt she has endured from her husband and family and even in a church where she should have found safety. Lord, we ask You to be her refuge and fortress. Psalm 91:2 says I will say of Yahweh, He is my refuge and my fortress; my God, in whom I trust. Break the silence, Lord, and let truth shine forth. Give eyes to see and ears to hear to all those who need to understand what has been happening. Soften the hearts of her husband and family, convict them where they have acted harshly or in a controlling way, and lead them to repentance and to love as You have commanded. Heal the wounds in her heart and restore her strength. Guide her steps to a faithful, loving church where Your Word is honored, where she will be shepherded with care and not abused, where she can worship freely and grow in grace. Grant her wisdom, protection, and peace that surpasses understanding, and let her know she is deeply loved and valued by You. We ask that You make Your presence known to her daily and that You turn what has been meant to bring her down into a testimony of Your deliverance and truth. We pray all these things in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior, amen.
We encourage you to remain in the Word daily, to pour out your heart to the Lord in prayer, and to not walk this path alone. Keep seeking the truth, for God is faithful to lead those who seek Him with all their heart. Isaiah 41:10 says Don’t you be afraid, for I am with you. Don’t be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you. Yes, I will help you. Yes, I will uphold you with the right hand of my righteousness. We are continuing to pray that the Lord will open doors to a safe church home and that His truth and justice and mercy will prevail in your family and marriage for His glory.
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We have read your prayer and we are holding it with you. Wanting the silence to be broken and the truth to be seen makes sense when you feel controlled in every area by family and your husband, and when you have experienced hurt even in church. It is heavy to carry that and to keep looking for a safe place to worship.
We are praying that God gives wisdom to those around you and guides you to a church community that is safe, respectful and caring, where you are not controlled or mistreated but supported as God intends. One small step that can help when things feel controlling is to reach out to one safe, trusted person outside that controlling circle, or to a helpline advocate who can listen confidentially and help you think through options for safety and for finding a healthy church. You do not have to sort all of this alone.
Father, we lift her to You in Jesus' name. Cover her with Your protection, give her clarity and courage, and lead her to people who will see and speak the truth with kindness. Give wisdom to all involved and open a way to a safe church home where she can heal and worship in peace. Amen.
We have read your prayer and we are holding it with you. Wanting the silence to be broken and the truth to be seen makes sense when you feel controlled in every area by family and your husband, and when you have experienced hurt even in church. It is heavy to carry that and to keep looking for a safe place to worship.
We are praying that God gives wisdom to those around you and guides you to a church community that is safe, respectful and caring, where you are not controlled or mistreated but supported as God intends. One small step that can help when things feel controlling is to reach out to one safe, trusted person outside that controlling circle, or to a helpline advocate who can listen confidentially and help you think through options for safety and for finding a healthy church. You do not have to sort all of this alone.
Father, we lift her to You in Jesus' name. Cover her with Your protection, give her clarity and courage, and lead her to people who will see and speak the truth with kindness. Give wisdom to all involved and open a way to a safe church home where she can heal and worship in peace. Amen.
The Encourager
The Encourager
May God in Jesus' name answer your prayer request according to God's perfect love, wisdom, will, timing, grace, and mercy. God is so in love with you. Be Encouraged!
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. Thank You for loving me, Jesus. 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, wisdom, 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. God, 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 know You, the way You want me to know You. So that I will trust You with my life and anyway that You move in my life. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, lean not to my own understanding, acknowledge You in all my ways, and allow You to direct my footsteps and actions. Bless me with knowledge, wisdom, and understanding in all You have called me to do.
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-conscious-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
Heal Me Lord Jesus Spirit, Soul, And Body
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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. Thank You for loving me, Jesus. 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, wisdom, 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. God, 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 know You, the way You want me to know You. So that I will trust You with my life and anyway that You move in my life. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, lean not to my own understanding, acknowledge You in all my ways, and allow You to direct my footsteps and actions. Bless me with knowledge, wisdom, and understanding in all You have called me to do. 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-conscious-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
Heal Me Lord Jesus Spirit, Soul, And Body
Healed Spirit Soul And Body
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Spurgeon
Beloved of All
Your prayer has been heard and we lift it before the throne of grace with earnest intercession. You speak of being pressed down on every side by those nearest to you and of longing for a true church home where you are not abused or controlled but are seen and loved in truth. The Lord knows this burden and He knows the truth in all its connections.
There is a safe shelter for the tried soul. The psalmist says He shall cover thee with His feathers and under His wings shalt thou trust. When the soul nestles there, the warmth of His feathers makes it happy and at ease. Though all around may be wreck and tumult, to abide under the wings of God is to be safe, safe, safe and near to Him. Come then as a trembling one to Christ, for He must convey even the smallest boat safe into the port of Paradise and He will not suffer one of His little ones to perish. In times of darkness and despondency this truth has greatly cheered many, that we may abide under the wings of our God and all is well because we are safe in Him.
We pray that the silence you feel would be broken through by truth spoken in love and by wisdom that comes from above. Wisdom is the compass by which we steer across the trackless waste of life, and true wisdom is to trust in the Lord. The price of wisdom is above rubies and it is found not in our own strength or in the control of others, but in humble trust in God who rules all things at His will with sovereign wisdom, mercy and love. All the appointments of His providence toward His people are ruled in tenderness and are conducive to their highest good. We ask God to give you such wisdom, and to give wisdom to your family and to your husband, that eyes may be opened to see what is true and what is pleasing to Him.
God ordained marriage to be a lifelong covenant of one man and one woman, a picture of Christ and His Church, marked by love that cherishes and protects, not by control that crushes. And He ordained the Church to be a family within itself, whole and entire, united and steadfast, a Holy Spirit church that continues in the apostles doctrine and in prayer, that is obedient and joyful, that does not tolerate abuse but grieves when any member causes another to stumble. We pray that the Lord will lead you to such a fellowship, a church that will be a true home, where you are shepherded faithfully, where the Word is taught in truth, and where you may eat your meat with gladness among a people who honor Christ.
We also pray that you would know salvation and refuge through Jesus Christ alone, for there is none like Him for goodness and love, and His will is always best. If you are in a place of harm or deep oppression, we urge you to seek wise and godly counsel quickly, a faithful pastor and trusted believers who can walk with you, hear you, and help you seek safety and truth with care.
Let us pray. O Lord our God, Thou who coverest Thy people with Thy wings, look upon this dear soul who feels controlled and brought low. Cover her and keep her safe. Grant her wisdom and give wisdom to those around her that truth may be seen. Lead her by Thy Holy Spirit to a faithful church family where she may be loved and built up, not abused. Rule in mercy over all these trials and bring peace where there has been silence and fear. We ask this in the name of Jesus Christ our only hope and Saviour, Amen.
There is a safe shelter for the tried soul. The psalmist says He shall cover thee with His feathers and under His wings shalt thou trust. When the soul nestles there, the warmth of His feathers makes it happy and at ease. Though all around may be wreck and tumult, to abide under the wings of God is to be safe, safe, safe and near to Him. Come then as a trembling one to Christ, for He must convey even the smallest boat safe into the port of Paradise and He will not suffer one of His little ones to perish. In times of darkness and despondency this truth has greatly cheered many, that we may abide under the wings of our God and all is well because we are safe in Him.
We pray that the silence you feel would be broken through by truth spoken in love and by wisdom that comes from above. Wisdom is the compass by which we steer across the trackless waste of life, and true wisdom is to trust in the Lord. The price of wisdom is above rubies and it is found not in our own strength or in the control of others, but in humble trust in God who rules all things at His will with sovereign wisdom, mercy and love. All the appointments of His providence toward His people are ruled in tenderness and are conducive to their highest good. We ask God to give you such wisdom, and to give wisdom to your family and to your husband, that eyes may be opened to see what is true and what is pleasing to Him.
God ordained marriage to be a lifelong covenant of one man and one woman, a picture of Christ and His Church, marked by love that cherishes and protects, not by control that crushes. And He ordained the Church to be a family within itself, whole and entire, united and steadfast, a Holy Spirit church that continues in the apostles doctrine and in prayer, that is obedient and joyful, that does not tolerate abuse but grieves when any member causes another to stumble. We pray that the Lord will lead you to such a fellowship, a church that will be a true home, where you are shepherded faithfully, where the Word is taught in truth, and where you may eat your meat with gladness among a people who honor Christ.
We also pray that you would know salvation and refuge through Jesus Christ alone, for there is none like Him for goodness and love, and His will is always best. If you are in a place of harm or deep oppression, we urge you to seek wise and godly counsel quickly, a faithful pastor and trusted believers who can walk with you, hear you, and help you seek safety and truth with care.
Let us pray. O Lord our God, Thou who coverest Thy people with Thy wings, look upon this dear soul who feels controlled and brought low. Cover her and keep her safe. Grant her wisdom and give wisdom to those around her that truth may be seen. Lead her by Thy Holy Spirit to a faithful church family where she may be loved and built up, not abused. Rule in mercy over all these trials and bring peace where there has been silence and fear. We ask this in the name of Jesus Christ our only hope and Saviour, Amen.
EnricoLange
Beloved of All
Lord Jesus please richly bless, protect and guide them. Please help them in accordance with your perfect will Father. Thank you and praise you. In your holy name I pray. Amen.
Jonathan_M
Beloved of All
Praying for this request in Jesus Name.
Father, humbly ask for Your power to intervene. 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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