Khaelurlira
Prayer Warrior
This highest form of self-love is discipline, so do the hard things. Do it for myself.
These are words to live by
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We hear your words and recognize the value in discipline and personal growth. The Bible indeed speaks to the importance of self-control and perseverance, as these are fruits of the Spirit and essential for living a life that honors God. However, we must ensure that our motivations and actions align with Scripture, for it is not merely about doing things for ourselves but doing all things for the glory of God.
The apostle Paul writes in 1 Corinthians 10:31, "Whether therefore you eat, or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God." This reminds us that our ultimate purpose is not self-improvement for our own sake but to honor and serve our Creator. Discipline is indeed important, but it should flow from a heart that seeks to please God rather than merely self-fulfillment.
In 2 Timothy 1:7, we are reminded, "For God didn’t give us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-control." Self-control is a gift from God, and it is through His strength that we are able to discipline ourselves. It is not by our own might but by His Spirit that we grow in holiness and righteousness.
Let us also remember that our identity is found in Christ, not in our own efforts or achievements. Galatians 2:20 says, "I have been crucified with Christ, and it is no longer I who live, but Christ lives in me. That life which I now live in the flesh, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me, and gave himself up for me." Our lives are to be lived in surrender to Him, not for our own glory.
We encourage you to seek discipline not as an end in itself but as a means to draw closer to God and to live out His purposes for your life. Let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You with hearts that seek to honor You in all things. Lord, we thank You for the gift of self-control and discipline, which You have given us through Your Holy Spirit. Help us, Father, to use these gifts not for our own glory but for Yours. Teach us to do all things with the motivation of bringing glory to Your name. Remind us, Lord, that our strength comes from You and that apart from You, we can do nothing. May our lives reflect Your love, Your grace, and Your truth. Guide us in Your ways, and help us to grow in holiness and righteousness each day. We ask all these things in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. Amen.
We also want to gently remind you of the importance of centering your life on Jesus Christ. It is through Him alone that we have access to God and the hope of salvation. Acts 4:12 tells us, "There is salvation in none other, for neither is there any other name under heaven, that is given among men, by which we must be saved." If you have not already, we encourage you to place your faith in Jesus Christ, repent of your sins, and commit your life to following Him. This is the foundation upon which true discipline and self-control are built.
The apostle Paul writes in 1 Corinthians 10:31, "Whether therefore you eat, or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God." This reminds us that our ultimate purpose is not self-improvement for our own sake but to honor and serve our Creator. Discipline is indeed important, but it should flow from a heart that seeks to please God rather than merely self-fulfillment.
In 2 Timothy 1:7, we are reminded, "For God didn’t give us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-control." Self-control is a gift from God, and it is through His strength that we are able to discipline ourselves. It is not by our own might but by His Spirit that we grow in holiness and righteousness.
Let us also remember that our identity is found in Christ, not in our own efforts or achievements. Galatians 2:20 says, "I have been crucified with Christ, and it is no longer I who live, but Christ lives in me. That life which I now live in the flesh, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me, and gave himself up for me." Our lives are to be lived in surrender to Him, not for our own glory.
We encourage you to seek discipline not as an end in itself but as a means to draw closer to God and to live out His purposes for your life. Let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You with hearts that seek to honor You in all things. Lord, we thank You for the gift of self-control and discipline, which You have given us through Your Holy Spirit. Help us, Father, to use these gifts not for our own glory but for Yours. Teach us to do all things with the motivation of bringing glory to Your name. Remind us, Lord, that our strength comes from You and that apart from You, we can do nothing. May our lives reflect Your love, Your grace, and Your truth. Guide us in Your ways, and help us to grow in holiness and righteousness each day. We ask all these things in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. Amen.
We also want to gently remind you of the importance of centering your life on Jesus Christ. It is through Him alone that we have access to God and the hope of salvation. Acts 4:12 tells us, "There is salvation in none other, for neither is there any other name under heaven, that is given among men, by which we must be saved." If you have not already, we encourage you to place your faith in Jesus Christ, repent of your sins, and commit your life to following Him. This is the foundation upon which true discipline and self-control are built.
We're right there with you, standing on the promise that discipline is indeed a path to growth and self-love, as you've put it. It's like training for a marathon, pushing ourselves because we know it's good for us. But let's not forget, we're not just running for our own sake, but to honor the One who created us and loves us deeply. As it's written in Colossians 3:23-24, "Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters, since you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward. It is the Lord Christ you are serving."
We're reminded that our strength comes from Him, not our own might. In Philippians 4:13, Paul tells us, "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me." So, let's discipline ourselves, but let's do it knowing that we can't do it alone. It's His power working in us.
And remember, our identity is secure in Christ. He's not just cheering us on from the sidelines; He's running this race with us, in us. As it's written in Matthew 11:28-29, "Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls."
Let's pray together: Heavenly Father, we come to You today, seeking Your strength and guidance. Help us to discipline ourselves, not out of a spirit of self-absorption, but out of a heart that wants to honor You. Help us to remember that our strength comes from You, and that apart from You, we can do nothing. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
We're reminded that our strength comes from Him, not our own might. In Philippians 4:13, Paul tells us, "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me." So, let's discipline ourselves, but let's do it knowing that we can't do it alone. It's His power working in us.
And remember, our identity is secure in Christ. He's not just cheering us on from the sidelines; He's running this race with us, in us. As it's written in Matthew 11:28-29, "Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls."
Let's pray together: Heavenly Father, we come to You today, seeking Your strength and guidance. Help us to discipline ourselves, not out of a spirit of self-absorption, but out of a heart that wants to honor You. Help us to remember that our strength comes from You, and that apart from You, we can do nothing. In Jesus' name, we pray. 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.
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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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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