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We understand the weight of feeling overwhelmed by the demands of others and the exhaustion that comes from being pulled in too many directions. The Lord never intended for us to live in constant chaos or to neglect the rest and renewal He provides. In Mark 6:31, Jesus Himself said to His disciples, *"Come apart into a deserted place, and rest awhile,"* for there were many coming and going, and they had no leisure so much as to eat. If our Savior recognized the need for rest, how much more should we prioritize it in our own lives?
Yet we must also examine whether our busyness stems from a heart that struggles to say "no" out of fear, pride, or a misplaced sense of obligation. Proverbs 19:2 warns, *"It isn’t good to have zeal without knowledge; nor being hasty with one’s feet and missing the way."* Are we so eager to please others—or even to feel needed—that we neglect the Lord’s calling for our own lives? Or have we failed to set godly boundaries, allowing others to dictate our time instead of stewarding it wisely for the Lord’s purposes?
Rest is not laziness; it is obedience. Even God rested on the seventh day, setting a pattern for us (Genesis 2:2-3). But rest must be intentional. If we do not carve out time to be still before the Lord, the world will gladly fill every moment with its noise. Psalm 46:10 commands us, *"Be still, and know that I am God."* This is not a suggestion—it is a divine invitation to cease striving and trust in His sovereignty.
Let us also consider whether our desire for solitude is rooted in a need for renewal *in Christ* or if it veers toward isolation, which can breed self-focus rather than God-focus. Ecclesiastes 4:9-10 reminds us, *"Two are better than one... For if they fall, the one will lift up his fellow."* While we all need seasons of quiet, we must not use solitude as an escape from the community and accountability God has placed in our lives.
We pray now for you, that the Lord would grant you wisdom to discern what is truly yours to carry and what must be released. May He teach you to say "no" with grace when necessary and to embrace rest without guilt, knowing that even Jesus withdrew to lonely places to pray (Luke 5:16). Ask Him to order your steps and guard your time, that you may walk in His peace rather than the chaos of this world.
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**Heavenly Father,**
We lift up our brother/sister before You, knowing that You see the weight of their burden and the longing of their heart for rest. Lord, You are the God of order, not confusion (1 Corinthians 14:33), and we ask that You bring clarity to their schedule and their priorities. Teach them to seek first Your kingdom (Matthew 6:33), trusting that all else will fall into place as You direct their paths.
Forgive them, Father, for any times they have taken on yokes You did not intend for them to bear—whether out of pride, fear of man, or a misguided sense of duty. Grant them the courage to set boundaries that honor You, and the humility to ask for help when needed. Remind them that Your yoke is easy and Your burden is light (Matthew 11:30), and that true rest is found in You alone.
We rebuke the spirit of busyness that seeks to distract and drain Your children. Break its power in their life, Lord, and replace it with Your peace that surpasses understanding (Philippians 4:7). Show them how to steward their time as a sacred gift from You, that they may serve You and others from a place of overflow rather than emptiness.
In this season, draw them deeper into Your presence. Let their times of solitude be holy, filled with Your Word and Your still, small voice. Renew their strength like the eagles’ (Isaiah 40:31), and restore their joy in serving You—not out of obligation, but out of love.
We ask all this in the mighty name of **Jesus Christ**, our Savior and Rest. Amen.
Yet we must also examine whether our busyness stems from a heart that struggles to say "no" out of fear, pride, or a misplaced sense of obligation. Proverbs 19:2 warns, *"It isn’t good to have zeal without knowledge; nor being hasty with one’s feet and missing the way."* Are we so eager to please others—or even to feel needed—that we neglect the Lord’s calling for our own lives? Or have we failed to set godly boundaries, allowing others to dictate our time instead of stewarding it wisely for the Lord’s purposes?
Rest is not laziness; it is obedience. Even God rested on the seventh day, setting a pattern for us (Genesis 2:2-3). But rest must be intentional. If we do not carve out time to be still before the Lord, the world will gladly fill every moment with its noise. Psalm 46:10 commands us, *"Be still, and know that I am God."* This is not a suggestion—it is a divine invitation to cease striving and trust in His sovereignty.
Let us also consider whether our desire for solitude is rooted in a need for renewal *in Christ* or if it veers toward isolation, which can breed self-focus rather than God-focus. Ecclesiastes 4:9-10 reminds us, *"Two are better than one... For if they fall, the one will lift up his fellow."* While we all need seasons of quiet, we must not use solitude as an escape from the community and accountability God has placed in our lives.
We pray now for you, that the Lord would grant you wisdom to discern what is truly yours to carry and what must be released. May He teach you to say "no" with grace when necessary and to embrace rest without guilt, knowing that even Jesus withdrew to lonely places to pray (Luke 5:16). Ask Him to order your steps and guard your time, that you may walk in His peace rather than the chaos of this world.
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**Heavenly Father,**
We lift up our brother/sister before You, knowing that You see the weight of their burden and the longing of their heart for rest. Lord, You are the God of order, not confusion (1 Corinthians 14:33), and we ask that You bring clarity to their schedule and their priorities. Teach them to seek first Your kingdom (Matthew 6:33), trusting that all else will fall into place as You direct their paths.
Forgive them, Father, for any times they have taken on yokes You did not intend for them to bear—whether out of pride, fear of man, or a misguided sense of duty. Grant them the courage to set boundaries that honor You, and the humility to ask for help when needed. Remind them that Your yoke is easy and Your burden is light (Matthew 11:30), and that true rest is found in You alone.
We rebuke the spirit of busyness that seeks to distract and drain Your children. Break its power in their life, Lord, and replace it with Your peace that surpasses understanding (Philippians 4:7). Show them how to steward their time as a sacred gift from You, that they may serve You and others from a place of overflow rather than emptiness.
In this season, draw them deeper into Your presence. Let their times of solitude be holy, filled with Your Word and Your still, small voice. Renew their strength like the eagles’ (Isaiah 40:31), and restore their joy in serving You—not out of obligation, but out of love.
We ask all this in the mighty name of **Jesus Christ**, our Savior and Rest. Amen.
We hear you, friend. It's easy to feel overwhelmed when we've got too much on our plate, isn't it? We've all been there, trying to juggle a million things at once, only to find ourselves exhausted and frazzled.
You know, Jesus understood this feeling all too well. Even He needed time to Himself, to rest and recharge. Remember when He told His disciples, "Come away by yourselves to a lonely place and rest a while"? He knew the importance of taking a break, even in the midst of ministry.
But let's also take a look at our hearts, shall we? Sometimes, our busyness might be a sign that we're struggling to say "no". It could be fear of letting others down, or pride that makes us think we can handle it all. Or maybe we've just lost sight of what's truly important.
Rest isn't about being lazy, though. It's about obeying God's command to rest, just as He did after creating the world. It's about making time to be still before Him, to listen to His voice in the quiet. Because, as Psalm 46:10 tells us, "Be still, and know that I am God."
But let's also make sure our desire for solitude is rooted in a need for renewal in Christ, not isolation. We need those quiet times, but we also need community and accountability.
So, let's pray. Lord, we lift up our friend before You. Help them to discern what's truly theirs to carry and what needs to be let go. Give them the wisdom to say "no" when they need to, and the grace to embrace rest without guilt.
Help them to seek first Your kingdom, trusting that everything else will fall into place. Forgive them for any times they've taken on yokes You didn't intend for them to bear. Remind them that Your yoke is easy and Your burden is light.
Rebuke the spirit of busyness that seeks to distract and drain them, Lord. Replace it with Your peace that surpasses understanding. Draw them deeper into Your presence in this season. Renew their strength like the eagles, and restore their joy in serving You.
We ask all this in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Rest. Amen.
You know, Jesus understood this feeling all too well. Even He needed time to Himself, to rest and recharge. Remember when He told His disciples, "Come away by yourselves to a lonely place and rest a while"? He knew the importance of taking a break, even in the midst of ministry.
But let's also take a look at our hearts, shall we? Sometimes, our busyness might be a sign that we're struggling to say "no". It could be fear of letting others down, or pride that makes us think we can handle it all. Or maybe we've just lost sight of what's truly important.
Rest isn't about being lazy, though. It's about obeying God's command to rest, just as He did after creating the world. It's about making time to be still before Him, to listen to His voice in the quiet. Because, as Psalm 46:10 tells us, "Be still, and know that I am God."
But let's also make sure our desire for solitude is rooted in a need for renewal in Christ, not isolation. We need those quiet times, but we also need community and accountability.
So, let's pray. Lord, we lift up our friend before You. Help them to discern what's truly theirs to carry and what needs to be let go. Give them the wisdom to say "no" when they need to, and the grace to embrace rest without guilt.
Help them to seek first Your kingdom, trusting that everything else will fall into place. Forgive them for any times they've taken on yokes You didn't intend for them to bear. Remind them that Your yoke is easy and Your burden is light.
Rebuke the spirit of busyness that seeks to distract and drain them, Lord. Replace it with Your peace that surpasses understanding. Draw them deeper into Your presence in this season. Renew their strength like the eagles, and restore their joy in serving You.
We ask all this in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Rest. Amen.
I prayed for this in Jesus Name. Amen.
The Encourager
The Encourager
I prayed that God in Jesus' name will answer your prayer request according to God's perfect love, wisdom, will, timing, grace, and mercy. God Loves You. Thank You Jesus!!!
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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Cinu
Beloved of All
Lord, we pray for this prayer and family for blessings healing and salvation. Heal and bless. May their lives be a praise and glory unto thee.
Come to the Lord's holy presence. Seek him with all your heart. Cling to his Word and meditate on it moment by moment by positive thoughts and joy in the heart (James 1:2-4), knowing that the Lord is good and to him be all the praise. Seek first God's kingdom and his righteousness (Matthew 6:33). Even though life may feel hard, the Lord's hand will be on you, and he will answer in his time. I am praying for you. Amen.
Some resources that might help.
Needs: - But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19(KJV)
Salvation: - So they said "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and you will be saved you and your household." Acts 16:31(NKJV)
Healing: - But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, And by His stripes we are healed. Isaiah 53:5(NKJV)
Fulfillment by the Holy Spirit: - Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts. Zechariah 4:6(KJV)
Persecutions: - But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you, Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you. Luke 6:27-28(KJV)
Help in Prayer
Dwelling and Thriving in God’s grace where everything happens for good (Romans 8:28)
Pray that the Lord may open the eyes of the nations affected by coronavirus (Specifically forces against God’s people)
sermons
Be a Prayer Warrior: “Praying for others”
Come to the Lord's holy presence. Seek him with all your heart. Cling to his Word and meditate on it moment by moment by positive thoughts and joy in the heart (James 1:2-4), knowing that the Lord is good and to him be all the praise. Seek first God's kingdom and his righteousness (Matthew 6:33). Even though life may feel hard, the Lord's hand will be on you, and he will answer in his time. I am praying for you. Amen.
Some resources that might help.
Needs: - But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19(KJV)
Salvation: - So they said "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and you will be saved you and your household." Acts 16:31(NKJV)
Healing: - But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, And by His stripes we are healed. Isaiah 53:5(NKJV)
Fulfillment by the Holy Spirit: - Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts. Zechariah 4:6(KJV)
Persecutions: - But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you, Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you. Luke 6:27-28(KJV)
Help in Prayer
Dwelling and Thriving in God’s grace where everything happens for good (Romans 8:28)
Pray that the Lord may open the eyes of the nations affected by coronavirus (Specifically forces against God’s people)
sermons
Be a Prayer Warrior: “Praying for others”
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