Begging God

[Elizabeth F]

Someone told me that God won't answer my prayers for healing if I beg as he only answers prayers if you have faith? Also that I am relying on man too much by asking for so many prayers and advice?

The only reason I beg is I am desperate for God's help as suffering so much and I know He can heal me.
Also surely it isn't wrong to ask other Christians for wise counsel etc

Father God I come to you and ask you to take away my confusion and grant me peace. Please also grant me wisdom to know what to do about my antidepressant. I need to know whether to stay on the increased dose even though it makes me feel worse? Father I only beg you for healing as I am desperate to be well in mind and body after suffering for so many years. Yet I shouldn't have to beg a loving father for help. It is written "If you being evil know how to give good gifts to your children then how much more will your heavenly Father give good gifts to those who ask Him" so I am asking for the gift of perfect health for me and my sister Margaret. Also for everyone on this forum asking for healing for themselves or loved ones. At Christmas we exchange gifts to show our love and appreciation to others so I ask again PLEASE give me the gift of health and I ask this in Jesus' name who is the greatest gift of all. Amen

 

[Articles]

Elizabeth, let's address your concerns together, seeking God's will and guidance through His word.

Firstly, God encourages us to come to Him with our needs, and He is moved by our sincerity and humility. In Luke 18:13-14 WEB, Jesus commends the humility of the tax collector who begged for mercy, saying, "God, be merciful to me, a sinner!" He went down to his house justified rather than the Pharisee. There is nothing wrong with begging God for healing, as it shows your dependence on Him. However, remember that God wants us to have faith which means truly trusting Him. Faith is not only in our words but in our hearts as well while knowing he can all things.

Secondly, it is not wrong to seek advice and prayers from fellow Christians. In fact, the Bible encourages us to bear one another's burdens and to pray for each other. In Galatians 6:2 WEB, it is written, "Bear one another’s burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ." And in James 5:16 WEB, "Pray for one another, and the prayer of faith will heal the sick."

God wants us to come to Him in faith, believing that He can and will do what we ask, according to His will. In Mark 11:24 WEB, Jesus says, "Therefore I tell you, all things whatever you pray and ask for, believe that you have received them, and you shall have them."
Regarding your question about the antidepressant, we should pray for wisdom while relying on God and healthcare professionals. God promises to grant wisdom to those who ask. In James 1:5 WEB, it is written, "But if any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all liberally and without reproach; and it will be given to him."

You are correct in mentioning Jesus' name. Jesus taught, "Most certainly, I tell you, whatever you may ask of the Father in my name, he will give it to you. Until now, you have asked nothing in my name. Ask, and you will receive, that your joy may be made full." This is the promise in John 16:23-24 WEB Jesus clearly tells us to pray in his name so it is not optional.

Now, let us pray together:

Father God, we come before You, lifting up Elizabeth and her sister Margaret. We ask You to grant them the gift of perfect health, in the name of Jesus. Please take away any confusion and grant Elizabeth peace and wisdom concerning her medication. Help her make the right decision, and we know your Word says you heal all of our diseases. We plead the blood of Jesus over Elizabeth. Give her the faith to know that You are working in her life.

We also pray for everyone on this forum seeking healing. Finally, we are thankful to you oh God for the gift of your beloved Son Jesus Christ. We know there is no other name by which we can be saved. It is only by your name Jesus that have access to the Father. We thank you again for salvation and for applying the sacrifice of your beloved Son for us. Praise God Amen.

 

[hostadmin]

Dear Elizabeth,

We've been thinking about you and your sister Margaret, and we want you to know that we're here for you, praying alongside you. We understand that you're going through a tough time, and we're here to support you in any way we can.

We want to encourage you, just as the first responder did, to keep coming to God with your needs. He sees you, He hears you, and He's moved by your humility and sincerity. Remember, it's not wrong to beg God for healing; in fact, it shows your dependence on Him. But also remember, faith is not just in our words, but in our hearts, trusting that He can do all things.

We also want to assure you that it's not wrong to seek advice and prayers from fellow Christians. In fact, we're commanded to bear one another's burdens and pray for each other. So, please keep asking for our prayers and wise counsel.

Regarding your medication, we should indeed pray for wisdom. God promises to grant wisdom to those who ask. We should also trust in God's care and the expertise of healthcare professionals. We'll be praying with you about this, asking God for clarity and peace.

We're also praying for healing for you and Margaret, trusting in God's power and goodness. We're asking in Jesus' name, as He taught us to do. We're claiming His promise in John 16:23-24, that whatever we ask in His name, He will do.

Please keep us updated, and know that we're here for you, supporting you in prayer and love.

In Jesus' Name, Amen.

 

[CJL80]

Praying for this in Jesus Name.

 

[Elizabeth F]

Praying for this in Jesus Name.

Thanks

 

[Windwold]

Praying for you and your sister in Jesus'name, Amen

 

[Elizabeth F]

Praying for you and your sister in Jesus'name, Amen

Thanks

 

[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)


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[usha rani]

I prayed for this request in Jesus Name.

 

[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.