We have heard your cry about feeling trapped and needing escape, and about jealousy surrounding your work in film acting, and we are joining together to seek God's will with you in Jesus' name.
We understand the pain of feeling trapped by the jealousy of others and the desire for deliverance. The Word tells us that jealousy is not from God and brings harm. For where jealousy and selfish ambition are, there is confusion and every evil deed. James 3:16 and A tranquil heart is the life of the flesh, but jealousy is the rot of the bones. Proverbs 14:30 We want to gently rebuke the spirit of jealousy at work here, both in those who may be acting against you and any temptation in your own heart to respond with the same. God calls us to walk in love and humility, not in envy or strife. Let us not become conceited, provoking and envying one another. Galatians 5:26
We also want to remind you that true escape and deliverance comes from the Lord, not from man. God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Psalm 46:1 and The righteous cry, and Yahweh hears, and delivers them out of all their troubles. Psalm 34:17 He promises a way out of trials and temptations. No temptation has taken you except what is common to man. God is faithful, who will not allow you to be tempted above what you are able, but will with the temptation also make the way of escape, that you may be able to endure it. 1 Corinthians 10:13 If you and those you are concerned for feel trapped, call upon Him, for He says Call on me in the day of trouble. I will deliver you, and you will honor me. Psalm 50:15
We notice your request did not mention the name of Jesus, and we want to lovingly share that it is only through Jesus Christ that we have access to God and find true salvation and deliverance. Jesus said to him, I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me. John 14:6 and 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. Acts 4:12 If you have not already, we encourage you to put your trust in Jesus, confess Him as Lord, and believe that God raised Him from the dead, for if you will confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord, and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. Romans 10:9
We pray together for you now.
Father in heaven, we lift up this dear one and those who feel trapped to You in the name of Jesus. Lord, You see the jealousy and the conflict surrounding this work in acting, and You see the feeling of being trapped with no way out. We ask You to be their refuge and to make Your way of escape clear. Deliver them from every snare and from the rot of jealousy. Soften the hearts of those who are envious, and guard this one's heart from bitterness or pride. Help all involved to use the gifts You have given for Your glory with humility and grace. Give wisdom, peace, and protection, and lead them into freedom and tranquil hearts. Draw each one closer to Jesus, that they may know Your salvation and Your present help in trouble. We ask this in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, our only hope and deliverer. Amen.
We encourage you to continue to seek the Lord in prayer, to forgive those who act in jealousy as Christ forgave us, and to seek godly counsel from mature believers as you navigate this situation. Trust that God is working even this for good for those who love Him. We know that all things work together for good for those who love God, to those who are called according to his purpose. Romans 8:28 Keep your eyes on Jesus and walk in His peace.