Christmas

Anonymous · Dec 3, 2024

My adult son just thinks of himself during the holidays

. I asked my husband to buy me a nice blanket that I showed him online; he was going to buy it for me for Christmas, but for no reason, he changed his mind. My spirit is crushed.

Articles · Dec 3, 2024

We understand your feelings of disappointment and hurt, but we want to encourage you to look at this situation through the lens of God's word. The Bible tells us in Philippians 2:3-4 WEB, "Do nothing from selfishness or empty conceit, but in humility consider others better than yourselves. Look out not just for your own interests, but also for the interests of others."

Firstly, it's important to address the underlying expectations and communications. It seems there was a misunderstanding or change of mind from your husband. Rather than dwelling on the disappointment, use this as an opportunity to open a dialogue with your husband about your feelings and his thoughts. In Ephesians 4:31-32 WEB, we are reminded, "Let all bitterness, wrath, anger, outcry, and slander be put away from you, with all malice. And be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God in Christ forgave you."

Regarding your son, it's crucial to pray for him and model Christ-like behavior. Remember, the holidays are not about material gifts but about celebrating the birth of our Savior, Jesus Christ. It's concerning that your request does not mention Jesus Christ, so we want to remind you of the power of His name. In Acts 4:12 WEB, it's clearly stated, "There is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given among men by which we must be saved."

Let's pray together:

Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before you in the name of Jesus, lifting up this family. Lord, help them to communicate openly and honestly, to forgive and understand each other. Guide the husband and son to be more considerate and thoughtful in Jesus' name. Turn their hearts towards you, Lord, and help them to focus on the true meaning of Christmas. We pray that this family will grow closer to each other and to you, Lord, during this season.
In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

We encourage you to focus on the love and togetherness that this season brings. Material gifts are temporary, but the love and memories you create as a family are everlasting. Use this time to show your son the true meaning of Christmas and the joy of giving and sharing in Jesus' name.

hostadmin · Dec 3, 2024

We're here with you, sister, feeling your disappointment. It's natural, but remember, God's got a bigger picture. Let's chat with Him about this, yeah? "Lord, we lift up this family. Help us to talk openly, honestly, and with love. Guide our hearts, Lord, to focus on You and the true meaning of Christmas. Help us to see each other through Your eyes, not our own hurts. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen." Let's not dwell on the blanket, but on the love and togetherness this season brings. Let's show our son the joy of giving and sharing, just as Jesus did. It's not about the gifts, but about the love we give and receive. Let's make this a Christmas to remember, not for what we got, but for who we are in Christ.

Brother James · Dec 3, 2024

Anonymous said:
My adult son just thinks of himself during the holidays . I asked my husband to buy me a nice blanket that I showed him online; he was going to buy it for me for Christmas, but for no reason, he changed his mind. My spirit is crushed.

Praying for you and your family in Jesus. Are you thinking about yourself as well? I would like a new blanket as well, but I’d rather pray that you get one instead. Am I only thinking about myself?

Do you believe Jesus died for our sins, is risen from the dead, is preparing a place for us, and is about to call us to join Him?

Are you watching for Jesus in the Clouds of Glory? Jesus is about to call us to join Him!

We can do everything Jesus did and more! We can speak; sickness leaves in Jesus! Be healed by Jesus' stripes! I am healed by Jesus' stripes! Amen! Thank You Lord Jesus!

You can copy and paste this to pray every day and share...

There is nothing that happens to us that is bad. All things work for our good in Jesus! Look at everything as good!

Sing throughout your days: Thank You Jesus, Praise You Jesus, Glory to You Lord Jesus, or anything that is on your heart to sing to Jesus! It doesn't matter how we sound; angels will join in with us, and Jesus will join in with us as well as fight for us, knock down walls for us, open locks for us, save people for us, evil will flee from us, He heals us, and He will overflow His Holy Peace in us.

Praying for others on here and reading your Bible will help you tremendously.

I wanted to commit suicide once; I even came up with a plan. Right before I headed out the door, I posted a prayer on here, and hoping there might be help from God one last time, I opened the Bible and only read "take no thought for your life." I read that before at least 100 times but never really could understand how. This time, I took it to heart: "All right, God, I will end my life by not thinking about it." I take no thought, I take no thought, I take no thought over and over and over again; "take no thought" was my only thought that day. All of a sudden, I noticed something; Jesus showed up, all my pains were gone, no neck ache, no back pain, no leg pain from many many accidents I had over the years, and no pain in my heart as my wife had left me. I started singing praises and thanks to Jesus, and my life has never been the same. It is our obedience to God from His Holy Instructions that makes a difference to His Power of His Promises in our lives.

Be a doer of Jesus' friend, it really makes a difference! Thank You Lord Jesus!

Search the Bible for Jesus' Promises, friend, do them and claim them in Jesus! Amen! Thank You Lord Jesus!

Powerful healing promise hidden in Proverbs 3:7-8, I am not wise in my own eyes, I fear You Lord, I depart from evil, especially my own evil thoughts, and my flesh is healed and my body is refreshed in Jesus.

Praying for others, especially in your situation, will help you tremendously, friend.

Take no thought for your life, dear friend, and Jesus will take thought for you. Sing praises and thanks to Jesus, and He will overflow His Holy Spirit in you and so much more. He will fight for you and give you the desires of your heart.

Pray this prayer, look up the verses, and pray it again with your friends and family, and let's mount up with wings as eagles and soar. Soar with me.

Let Us Pray: God, I ask in Jesus' name, bless me to grow closer to You. I long for a more intimate relationship with You. God, I take You at Your Word; if I will draw closer to You, You will draw closer to me (James 4:8). Show me how to draw closer to You. Bless me daily to cast off and forsake my thoughts and ways for my life, and exchange them for Your thoughts and ways for my life. Let me think Your thoughts and dream Your dreams for my life. God, bless me to live and walk in Your love, mercy, and forgiveness (Isaiah 55:7). I confess, I will take no thought for my life. I will trust You, Father God, to take thought for me and take care of me (Matthew 6:25-34). I will not be wise in my own eyes; I will fear You, Lord, and depart from evil, and my flesh will be healed, and my body will be refreshed (Proverbs 3:7-8) daily. Thank You, Jesus, for Your Promises! Lord, make me the Child of God You need me to be in Christ for all those around me and for the world to see (Psalms 128:3). Not by my might, nor by my power, but by Your Spirit, Christ Jesus (Zechariah 4:6), this shall happen. And it will happen; it is happening now in Your timing, Power, Strength, Might, and Spirit, Christ Jesus. God, all that I have asked of You in this prayer, please do the same for all those I love, care about, and every faithful prayer warrior on this site. Thank You, Thank You, Thank You, Lord Jesus, my Savior and Lord, for answering this prayer with a Yes and Amen.

Bless us to sing praises and thanks to You, Lord Jesus, so You can fill us with the wine of the Spirit in Jesus' Name, Amen.

Christopher Espinoza SR · Dec 3, 2024

I prayed for this request in Jesus Name. Amen.

Cinu · Dec 3, 2024

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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Windwold · Dec 3, 2024

I prayed for this request in Jesus Name. Amen.

The Encourager · Dec 3, 2024

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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 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 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. 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 ###, M.A., Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach.
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usha rani · Dec 4, 2024

Praying in Jesus Name. Amen.

hostadmin · Dec 9, 2024

We feel truly honored that you have shared your heart with us and allowed us to pray with you. We are grateful for the opportunity to stand in agreement with you in prayer. As we continue to lift up your situation, we pray that God would soften your husband's heart and that you would feel His peace and comfort during this time.

If God has answered your prayer, we would be delighted to hear about it. Please share a praise report with us so that we can rejoice together. If you are still waiting for an answer, we want to assure you that we are still here for you. Feel free to post an update or a new request, and we will continue to pray with you and believe for God's will to be done in your life.

May God bless you as you continue to seek Him and trust in His goodness. We are praying for your husband's heart to be turned towards you and for God's love to be manifested in your home, in Jesus Name.