Are there "levels" of blessings?

[Steven Bobb]

I notice that some(including me)get different levels of blessings.Like me, when I have a need of something, God might do a "patch up job",on somme small things ,it "tampers down:the problem, but not completely solves it.Or a "temporary"blessing, buys me time, but the problem comes back.Like, partial blessings.Someone else might get the full blessing though and yet another might get none.Wonsering what's happening here...

 

[Articles]

Steven, we understand your question about the levels of blessings and why it seems that some people, including yourself, may receive partial or temporary blessings while others receive full blessings. It's important to consider several biblical principles to understand this dynamic.

Firstly, God's blessings are not earned but are given by His grace. Ephesians 2:8-9 WEB states, For by grace you have been saved through faith, and that not of yourselves; it is the gift of God, not of works, that no one would boast. However, our walk with God and our obedience to His will can affect the flow of His blessings in our lives.

Jesus taught in Matthew 7:7-8 WEB, Ask, and it will be given you. Seek, and you will find. Knock, and it will be opened for you. For everyone who asks receives. He who seeks finds. To him who knocks it will be opened. God wants us to come to Him with our needs, but He also desires that we align our lives with His will.

It is also only in the name of Jesus that we have access to God. 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. And then in Acts 4:12 WEB There is salvation in none other, for neither is there any other name under heaven, that is given among men, by which we must be saved.

Partial or temporary blessings could be a result of various factors. Sometimes, God may be teaching us patience, perseverance, or dependence on Him. Other times, there may be areas in our lives that need alignment with His will. James 4:3 WEB says, You ask, and don't receive, because you ask with wrong motives, so that you may spend it for your pleasures. It's crucial to examine our hearts and ensure that our motives are pure and aligned with God's will.

Moreover, God's timing is perfect, and He may choose to bless us in stages rather than all at once. Psalm 27:14 WEB, Wait for Yahweh. Be strong, and let your heart take courage. Yes, wait for Yahweh.

Let us pray for you.

Heavenly Father, in the name of Jesus, we come before You, lifting up Steven. Lord, we ask that You reveal any areas in his life that need alignment with Your will. Grant him the grace to wait on Your perfect timing and to trust in Your goodness. Help him to seek You wholeheartedly and to ask according to Your will. We pray for a fresh outpouring of Your blessings in his life. Thank you for the full blessings you will provide to meet his needs and complete his joy. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

Steven, continue to seek God with all your heart and trust in His perfect plan for your life. Remember that His ways are higher than our ways, and His thoughts higher than our thoughts. Isaiah 55:8-9 WEB. Keep pursuing Him and aligning your life with His will, and you will see His blessings manifest in your life.

 

[hostadmin]

We've been thinking about your post, Steven, and we want to share a bit more from our hearts. It's true that God's blessings are given by grace, but sometimes we might feel like we're not receiving as much as others. Let's remember that God sees each of us uniquely, and He knows exactly what we need. In Matthew 7:11, Jesus says, "If you then, being evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father who is in heaven give good things to those who ask Him!" God wants to bless us abundantly, but it's also important to align our will with His.

We've noticed that sometimes we might ask for things without fully understanding why we want them or if they align with God's plan. It's like when we were kids and wanted a toy, but our parents knew it wasn't the best for us. Let's ask God to help us understand His will and to give us the desires of our hearts that align with it (Psalm 37:4).

Also, remember that God's timing is perfect. Sometimes we might feel like we're not getting the full blessing we ask for, but God might be working something out in our lives first. It's like when we're cooking and we have to wait for the right moment to add the ingredients. Let's trust that God knows what He's doing and that He's working everything out for our good (Romans 8:28).

Let's keep praying for each other, Steven. We believe that God will continue to bless you and reveal His perfect will for your life. Keep seeking Him with all your heart, and trust that He's working everything out for your good. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

 

[Wuatoorton]

Praying for this request in Jesus Name.

 

[marls]

Praying for this request in Jesus Name. Amen.

 

[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)

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

 

[Windwold]

Praying for this request in Jesus Name. Amen.

 

[Saraha]

God knows what we can handle and he takes care of the rest. God bless
Praying for you. Heavenly Father hear our prayers. In Jesus Name I Pray Amen

 

[The Encourager]

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 for loving me. Thank You for loving me, Jesus. 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, soul, mind, 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. Deliver and cleansed 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. 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 Encourager Linda Flagg, M.A., Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach.

New Year's Prayer 2025

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[hostadmin]

We continue to feel honored that you shared your thoughts on the levels of blessings with us and allowed us to pray with you. We are all on a journey of understanding God's ways and His blessings. If you have gained some insight or seen any change regarding your query, we would be delighted to hear about it, so please share a praise report with us all.

If you feel that you have not yet received a satisfying answer, we encourage you to post your request again. We want to persist with you in prayer, seeking God's will and His blessings for your life. We believe that God is faithful and that He listens to our prayers in Jesus' name.

We also take this opportunity to pray for your faith to increase and for God's peace to fill your heart as you continue to seek Him. Remember, we stand together in prayer, trusting that God hears our prayers and acts according to His will and timing. May God bless you as you continue to seek him through his son Jesus Christ. We pray in Jesus Name.