Update: Replanted in Church, ###, ###, ###, ###, Continuance of Gospel Outreach, Fruit of Evangelism, Water Seeds, Wisdom or Breakthrough

[Nochaeld]

I have been attending a church since re-transplanting from Asia back near my elderly Dad and Stepmom. Things with my wife are “radio silence” as she has deserted me for the 16th time, this time has not spoken to me or let me see son since March 24th. She has had an online dating profile since last August, so she never discarded it while we were attempting reconciliation Jan to April. She insists she doesn’t want to reconcile…

Have been helping locally not only with my Dad and Stepmom (Eternal Perspective, Faith in Christ Alone, Strengthening them in the Word, helping w/doctors, medicine & technology), but with continuing to witness to my "housemate" for whom God opened a door to share about Christ and does so every time we meet. He is moving in 8 days and there is a change of management at his job, and the transformation has not yet “sunk in” (much like the disciples' growth was gradual — yet still they followed Him and still ended to have their moment of epiphany -- Matt 16:16-17 -- but I keep sharing Christ crucified to him patiently, praying for him in person and in secret as well as requesting others to pray for him — I believe he has a pastoral calling (wants to counsel)…

Please pray for our little evangelism group, that we are strengthened, are faithful and effective (that it stops getting cancelled — it's 2 for 4 attempts)... Please pray I learn Spanish better and for at least one woman, ###, who prayed to receive Christ to be followed up by the right woman… As a general rule I do not “follow-up” or “disciple” females, but recommend them to other sisters in the church, it being proper and sound to do so…

Also for the literally hundreds who have heard since last July especially, and thousands over the years — not boasting for in reality it should have been 100-fold, had only I listened more acutely, Isaiah 48:18-19… I ask for protection from temptation, sin, evil people, evil and the evil one — let him who thinks he stands take heed, 1 Cor 10:12, and Paul, knowing the insidious nature of the ancient serpent, buffets his body and makes it his slave, lest after Preaching to Others (of all things), he might be disqualified, 1 Cor 9:27... See also Ecclesiastes 12:11-12, and the conclusion of the matter is fear God, Ecclesiastes 12:13. Pastors in Asia and one here with a wife from the same country as mine are saying I have to move on in my situation. That actually gives me peace to consider if that is any umpire on decision making, Col 3:15 [1]…

I tried to be Hosea, tried to be Christ, kept my end of the agreement (to attend marriage home group and church, but she did not attend, was returning to her home province and I grew impatient after finding out she had had other boyfriends and was still denying stolen money and just figures she can do better and break the vows. I'd still be willing to reconcile were she saved and repentant, but she doesn't has neither the wisdom, humility or compassion for our son of Gomer, not (at least at this point) willing to even reply to texts, take calls or say anything with a glimmer of hope there…

Pray for her salvation, my son’s protection and miraculous upbringing in the Lord by extraordinary means, my wisdom and direction and God continues to sanctify and use me in any way He wants. Clarity, vision and direction. Strength to know and do god’s will. Thank you in Jesus’ Name, ###

 

[Nochaeld]

[1] The phrase "rule in your hearts" suggests that this peace should act as an umpire or decision-maker in our lives, guiding our thoughts and actions. This aligns with Philippians 4:7, where the peace of God is said to guard our hearts and minds (Study Bible). • “Rule” pictures an umpire deciding every call. Christ’s peace is to be the deciding factor whenever emotions, thoughts, or choices clash, (Bible Hub). This "peace" is to "act as umpire" in the Christian's heart, (Pulpit Commentary). ###'s Literal Translation: "And let the peace of God act as umpire in your hearts, to which also, ye were called in one body: and be grateful."

 

[Articles]

We hear your heart, brother, and we stand with you in this season of deep trial and faithful endurance. Your commitment to the Gospel, your love for your son, and your obedience to God’s call, even in the face of profound personal pain, are a testament to the work of Christ in you. We lift every burden you carry before the throne of grace, trusting that the Lord sees, knows, and will sustain you.

First, we must address the devastation of your marriage with grief and righteous anger at the brokenness of sin. Your wife’s repeated desertion, her unrepentant pursuit of other relationships while still married, and her refusal to honor her vows are not merely personal betrayals but violations of God’s holy design for marriage. The Bible is clear: "Let marriage be held in honor among all, and let the bed be undefiled; for God will judge the sexually immoral and adulterers" (Hebrews 13:4). Her actions, maintaining an online dating profile, refusing reconciliation, and cutting off contact with you and your son, reveal a heart hardened against both God and the covenant she made before Him. We rebuke the spirit of adultery and rebellion in this situation, declaring that no weapon formed against your marriage shall prosper (Isaiah 54:17), but we also acknowledge that reconciliation is impossible without her repentance. You have done all you can to be Hosea, to reflect Christ’s love, and to uphold your vows. Now, we pray for wisdom as you navigate this crossroads, trusting that God’s Word is true: "If possible, as much as it is up to you, be at peace with all men" (Romans 12:18). Yet we also affirm that peace does not mean enabling sin or denying the reality of her choices.

We are grieved for your son, who is caught in the crossfire of this brokenness. Father, we ask You to be a Father to the fatherless in this child’s life (Psalm 68:5). Protect his heart, his mind, and his faith. Surround him with godly influences, men and women who will pour into him the love of Christ, who will model what it means to walk in integrity, and who will speak truth over him when the enemy seeks to sow lies. We pray for miraculous intervention, that even in the absence of his mother’s presence, the Lord would raise up "extraordinary means" to disciple him, whether through mentors, family, or even divine encounters with Your Word. Let him know that his worth is not defined by his parents’ failures but by the blood of Jesus, and that You are working all things together for his good (Romans 8:28).

For your own heart, brother, we pray for the peace of Christ to guard you (Philippians 4:7). The counsel you’ve received to "move on" may be the Lord’s way of releasing you from a season of waiting that has become a snare. We do not say this lightly, for marriage is sacred, but we also recognize that even Hosea’s story included a time when Gomer was sold into slavery before restoration (Hosea 3:1-3). There is a difference between fighting for a marriage and being enslaved to hope in a person who has chosen to walk away. We pray for clarity, that the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, would act as an umpire in your decisions (Colossians 3:15). If the Lord is calling you to a new season, give you the courage to walk in it without guilt or hesitation.

Your labor in the Gospel is not in vain. The seeds you’ve sown in your housemate’s life, in the hundreds you’ve witnessed to, and in the little evangelism group are precious to the Lord. We rebuke the spirit of discouragement that whispers, "It should have been 100-fold by now." God’s timing is not ours, and the fruit of evangelism is often hidden until eternity. We pray for your evangelism group, that the Lord would strengthen your hands, remove obstacles, and bring faithful laborers to join you. For the woman who prayed to receive Christ, we ask that You would raise up a godly sister to disciple her, that she would not be left as prey for the enemy but would grow in the grace and knowledge of Jesus. And for your own growth in Spanish, we pray for the gift of tongues and understanding, that no language barrier would hinder the Gospel from advancing through you.

Above all, we pray for your sanctification. The enemy would love to use this season to tempt you toward bitterness, self-pity, or even moral compromise. But we declare over you the truth of 1 Corinthians 10:13: "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." We bind the spirit of temptation and ask the Lord to fill you with His Spirit afresh, that you would walk in purity, humility, and unwavering faith. Like Paul, may you discipline your body and bring it into subjection (1 Corinthians 9:27), not out of legalism, but out of love for Christ and a desire to finish the race well.

For your wife’s salvation, we pray with urgency. The Lord is not slow concerning His promises (2 Peter 3:9), and we ask that He would break her heart of stone and give her a heart of flesh (Ezekiel 36:26). We rebuke the deception that tells her she can "do better" outside of God’s design, and we declare that true fulfillment is found only in Christ. May she encounter the living God in a way that leaves her undone, that she would see the weight of her sin and the beauty of the cross. And if it is not Your will for her to return to the marriage, we pray that she would at least be saved, that she would raise your son in the fear of the Lord, and that she would one day stand before Christ with a repentant heart.

Lastly, we pray for your vision and direction. The Lord has not brought you this far to abandon you. We ask that He would give you a fresh revelation of His will, whether that means pursuing legal steps to protect your son, discerning a new season of singleness, or even preparing your heart for a future godly marriage (if that is His plan). We pray for open doors, divine connections, and the wisdom to know when to act and when to wait. May you echo the psalmist’s cry: "Teach me to do Your will, for You are my God. Your Spirit is good. Lead me in the land of uprightness" (Psalm 143:10).

Father, we thank You for this brother’s faithfulness. We thank You that even in the valley, he is choosing to trust You, to serve You, and to proclaim Your name. Strengthen him with power through Your Spirit in his inner being (Ephesians 3:16). Comfort him with the comfort that only You can give (2 Corinthians 1:3-4). And use this season to refine him, shape him, and prepare him for the good works You have ordained for him. We ask all these things in the mighty name of Jesus, the Author and Perfecter of our faith, who endured the cross for the joy set before Him. May this brother fix his eyes on You, the Founder and Perfecter of his faith, and run with endurance the race set before him (Hebrews 12:1-2). Amen.

 

[hostadmin]

Brother, our hearts ache with yours as we consider the deep pain and confusion you're walking through. It's hard to watch someone you love turn away from the vows they made and from the love that was given so freely. We can't imagine the weight of this season, especially with seeing your son caught in the middle.

We're praying for supernatural protection over your little one, that God would shield him from bitterness and surround him with people who will speak life and truth into his life. May God give him a sense of security in who he is in Christ, no matter what happens in his family.

We also want to lift up your evangelism efforts, especially with your housemate. It’s not always easy to keep sharing when we don’t see immediate fruit, but we know God’s Word doesn’t return void (Isaiah 55:11). Keep planting those seeds in faith, trusting that God is working even when we can’t see it.

As you seek clarity for your own path, may the Lord grant you peace and direction. Sometimes God closes doors for our protection and growth, even when it’s painful. We pray you’d feel His presence in a fresh way, guiding your steps toward what He has for you next.

Father, hold this brother close as he walks this difficult road. Comfort him with Your love, strengthen his faith, and lead him into the future You have prepared for him. In Jesus’ name.

 

[Cinu]

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)

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Praying in Jesus Name. Amen.

 

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[Windwold]

Praying for this in Jesus Name. Amen.