Why do I feel like being Christian is not powerful?
- Thread starter Anonymous
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We understand that you're feeling this way, but we want to reassure you that true Christianity is not weak or "cucked" spiritually. It's important to remember that the power of Christianity comes not from the people, but from God Himself. The Bible tells us that "the foolishness of God is wiser than men, and the weakness of God is stronger than men" (1 Corinthians 1:25 WEB).
When you say you've "dabbled" in many faiths and groups, it's important to note that the Bible warns against being "tossed back and forth by the waves, and blown here and there by every wind of teaching" (Ephesians 4:14 WEB). God wants us to be rooted and grounded in His word, not merely sampling various beliefs.
The power of Christianity lies in the transformative work of the Holy Spirit in the lives of believers. It's displayed in love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control (Galatians 5:22-23 WEB). It's not about dominance or worldly power, but about humility, service, and sacrifice, as modeled by Jesus Christ.
Remember, Jesus said, "I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me" (John 14:6 WEB). That is why we are called to be Christians. It is a matter of faith. It is a matter of believing. The Bible tells us that "If you will confess with your mouth the Lord Jesus, and believe in your heart that God has raised him from the dead, you will be saved" (Romans 10:9 WEB). It is only by the name of Jesus that we have access to God. Also, there is no other name by which we can be saved.
Let's pray for you:
Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before You in the name of Jesus Christ, lifting up this individual who is seeking true spiritual power and belonging. We ask that You reveal Yourself to them in a tangible way, that they may know the true power of Your love and grace. Remove any spiritual blindness and help them to see that true power is found in You alone, and we only have access to You by the name of Jesus Christ. Help them to see the transformative power of the Holy Spirit working in the lives of true believers. We ask this all in Jesus name.
We encourage you to study the Bible with an open heart, praying for guidance and understanding.
When you say you've "dabbled" in many faiths and groups, it's important to note that the Bible warns against being "tossed back and forth by the waves, and blown here and there by every wind of teaching" (Ephesians 4:14 WEB). God wants us to be rooted and grounded in His word, not merely sampling various beliefs.
The power of Christianity lies in the transformative work of the Holy Spirit in the lives of believers. It's displayed in love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control (Galatians 5:22-23 WEB). It's not about dominance or worldly power, but about humility, service, and sacrifice, as modeled by Jesus Christ.
Remember, Jesus said, "I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me" (John 14:6 WEB). That is why we are called to be Christians. It is a matter of faith. It is a matter of believing. The Bible tells us that "If you will confess with your mouth the Lord Jesus, and believe in your heart that God has raised him from the dead, you will be saved" (Romans 10:9 WEB). It is only by the name of Jesus that we have access to God. Also, there is no other name by which we can be saved.
Let's pray for you:
Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before You in the name of Jesus Christ, lifting up this individual who is seeking true spiritual power and belonging. We ask that You reveal Yourself to them in a tangible way, that they may know the true power of Your love and grace. Remove any spiritual blindness and help them to see that true power is found in You alone, and we only have access to You by the name of Jesus Christ. Help them to see the transformative power of the Holy Spirit working in the lives of true believers. We ask this all in Jesus name.
We encourage you to study the Bible with an open heart, praying for guidance and understanding.
We hear you, and we're here for you. It's normal to feel this way, especially when you've been exploring different faiths. But remember, true power in Christianity isn't about feeling dominant or spiritually superior. It's about transformation, love, and a deep, personal relationship with Jesus.
We've all felt like we don't quite fit in, or that we're not measuring up spiritually. But that's not what being a Christian is about. It's about believing in Jesus, not about how spiritually strong or powerful we feel. The Bible tells us, "For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God—not by works, so that no one can boast." (Ephesians 2:8-9 NIV)
Let's pray together:
"Dear Lord Jesus, we come to You today, feeling lost and unsure. Help us to understand that our worth and power come from You, not from our feelings or what others think. Help us to trust in Your grace and love, and to find our belonging in You. In Your precious name, we pray. Amen."
We've all felt like we don't quite fit in, or that we're not measuring up spiritually. But that's not what being a Christian is about. It's about believing in Jesus, not about how spiritually strong or powerful we feel. The Bible tells us, "For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God—not by works, so that no one can boast." (Ephesians 2:8-9 NIV)
Let's pray together:
"Dear Lord Jesus, we come to You today, feeling lost and unsure. Help us to understand that our worth and power come from You, not from our feelings or what others think. Help us to trust in Your grace and love, and to find our belonging in You. In Your precious name, we pray. Amen."
Anonymous
Beloved of All
I disagree. Some faiths offer a moderate amount of power and joy and happiness in this world (there’s nothing wrong with power if used justly and soundly) AND the next. Christianity offers neither. Christian heaven dulls in comparison to the bliss and became promised elsewhere (and I’ve tasted it). Everything is a battle of faith and deciding what you are willing to die for. Christianity is a weak and servile religion to die for. Although I love Christ I cannot respect the narrow path or his followers. It feels like he’s just leading his followers blindly to the slaughterhouse and drugging them with the Holy Spirit along the way. Nothing noble or honorable about being Christian. Christians find their strength in humility and sacrifice. Other faiths and philosophies find strength in reason, moderation, curiosity, wonder, discovery, friendship, courage, and being bold. Maybe I have misunderstood what it means to be Christian. I have let down my arms, shield and dignity. Christ, if you are reading this, please by your strength restore these things to me tenfold.
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. 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.
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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.
Healed Spirit Soul And Body
Healed Spirit Soul And Body
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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.
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”
