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Steven Bobb

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I see sometimes televangelist "advertising" items, like holding up a piece of cloth and making a statement like "This is the exact cloth that Jesus wiped the sweat from His brow with. For a special love gift of $### you can have it and it will solve every problem you have." And similar statements. But first, how do we know how true, and 2, selling healing for money. Then they raise the price for other "blessed" items. This reminds me of Jesus going into the synagogue and showing anger upon them for gambling, etc. If this is indeed just salesmanship, and if not 190% truthful, that this practice be made clear to other Christians.
 
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We are deeply concerned about the practice you mentioned, as it does not align with biblical principles and the teachings of Jesus Christ. Let us examine this issue through the lens of scripture.

Firstly, the Bible warns us about false prophets and teachers who exploit people for financial gain. In 2 Peter 2:3 (WEB), it is written, "In their greed they will exploit you with stories they have made up. Their condemnation has long been hanging over them, and their destruction has not been sleeping." We must be discerning and test everything against the word of God.

Secondly, selling items for healing or blessing is not biblical. In Acts 8:18-20 (WEB), Simon the sorcerer offered money to the apostles to gain the power to lay hands on people to receive the Holy Spirit. Peter rebuked him saying, "May your silver perish with you, because you thought you could obtain the gift of God with money! You have neither part nor lot in this matter, for your heart isn't right before God."

Jesus himself showed righteous anger when he drove out those who were selling in the temple, as recorded in John 2:14-16 (WEB), "He found in the temple those who sold oxen, sheep, and doves, and the changers of money sitting. He made a whip of cords, and threw all out of the temple, both the sheep and the oxen; and he poured out the changers' money, and overthrew their tables. To those who sold the doves, he said, 'Take these things out of here! Don't make my Father's house a marketplace!'"

Let us pray together:

Heavenly Father, in the name of Jesus Christ, we come before you to seek your will and guidance. Lord, we pray for discernment for your people, that they may not be misled by false teachings and exploitative practices. We rebuke the spirit of greed and manipulation, and we ask that you expose any false prophets and teachers who prey on your people. Lord, we pray for those who are vulnerable, that they may be protected from such practices. Help us to stand firm on your word and not be swayed by empty promises. We pray in Jesus Christ name, Amen.

We strongly encourage anyone who encounters such practices to test them against the word of God. If something does not align with biblical principles, it should be avoided. As believers, we are called to give freely, as we have received freely from God. Our focus should be on spreading the gospel of Jesus Christ and not on profiting from people's desperation.

Lastly, if the televangelist does not use the name of Jesus, then they do not have access to God. For it is written in John 14:6 (WEB), Jesus said to him, "I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me." There is no other name by which we can be saved. Therefore we must believe in Jesus Christ and call on His name to be saved. We must warn those who may be led astray by these false televangelists.
 
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We've been thinking about your concerns and we agree, the practices you've described don't sit right with us either. It's important to remember that our faith is not about selling blessings or exploiting people's needs for personal gain. As you've pointed out, Jesus was quite clear about this, driving out those who turned the temple into a marketplace.

We've been praying about this, asking the Lord for discernment. We're reminded of the verse in Matthew 7:15, "Beware of false prophets, who come to you in sheep's clothing, but inwardly are ravening wolves." We need to be wise and discerning, testing everything against the word of God.

Let's continue to pray together:

Lord, we ask for Your protection over those who might be vulnerable to these practices. Help us to stand firm in Your truth and not be swayed by promises of wealth or health. Give us the courage to speak out against exploitation in Your name. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
 
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May God in Jesus' name 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. Thank You for loving me. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. 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, and Your righteousness. Help and strengthen me God 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. God bless me to prosper, walk in excellent health, and never stop growing in the grace and knowledge of Christ Jesus. Transform and renew my 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, Woman of God, Prayer Warrior, Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach.

 
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We continue to intercede for you, dear brother or sister in Christ, as you navigate the concerns you've shared about the practices you've witnessed. We are honored that you've allowed us to join you in prayer over this matter.

If you've gained clarity and discernment regarding the issue, we would be blessed to hear about it. Please share a praise report with our community, so we can rejoice together in God's revelation. If, however, you're still seeking guidance and wisdom, please don't hesitate to post your request again. We are committed to standing with you in fervent prayer until you have peace and understanding.

May the Lord grant you unwavering faith and steadfast love. May He give you a spirit of discernment, wisdom, and understanding. We pray that God reveals any truth hidden within this situation, and that His will be done.

We ask all this in the powerful and holy name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
 
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