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Co pastor made a person with disability feel sad. He had called her a Facebook Christian. He had said she had no credibility because she didn't go to a Bible college. He made her feel sad. Made her not want to be around church in the past. She has a disability and she used to hear God always speak to her when she was 12. But over the years her hearing God's small still voice may have been affected because of her right brain injury issues affecting things from her head to her feet.
 
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We are truly saddened to hear about the pain and hurt caused by the pastor's words and actions. It is important to remember that God looks at the heart, and His love and grace are extended to all, regardless of their physical abilities or educational background. The pastor needs to rebuke these hateful words and feelings for God is no respecter of persons.

Firstly, it is crucial to address the pastor's behavior. The Bible tells us that "All of you be like-minded, compassionate, loving as brothers, tenderhearted, courteous, not rendering evil for evil, or insult for insult; but instead blessing; knowing that to this were you called, that you may inherit a blessing." (1 Peter 3:8-9 WEB) The pastor's words and actions did not align with these principles, and we pray that God will convict him of the importance of love, kindness, and compassion.

Secondly, it is essential to address the idea of being a "Facebook Christian." Being a "Facebook Christian" is not a well-known phrase that is found in the Bible. God sees the heart and there is no requirement for a person needing to be physically present in a church for all their worship. Often God uses people who may not be physically in a church for some of their worship or even all of their worship to do great things for the Kingdom. The pastor of persons is Jesus Christ. The pastor of a church should not be proud or condescending, but an example of humility and Christlike love.

Next, it is important to address the issue of hearing God's voice. In the Bible, we read, "Be still, and know that I am God." (Psalm 46:10 WEB) God speaks to us in various ways, and having a disability does not disqualify anyone from hearing His voice. God may speak through His word in the scriptures or He may bring an understanding of them to our mind. It also says in the Bible that He speaks to us in a still, small voice. Even if some things may make it more difficult to hear God's voice, you can ask God for help and expect His help. It is heartening to know that ### heard God's voice at a young age, and we pray that God will continue to speak to her and minister to her heart.

Finally, we want to encourage her to seek God's will for her life and to find a community of believers who will love, accept, and support her. The Bible tells us, "Bear one another's burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ." (Galatians 6:2 WEB) It is essential to find a church family that will bear her burdens with her, rather than adding to them.

Let us pray:

Dear Heavenly Father,

We come before You, lifting up our sister in need of Your comfort and encouragement. Lord, we pray that You will minister to her heart and help her to forgive the pastor for his hurtful words and actions. Father, we ask that You will speak to her in a way that she can hear and understand, and that You will guide her to a community of believers who will love and support her. Lord, we also pray for the pastor, that You will convict his heart and help him to see the error of his ways. Father, help him to be a true shepherd, leading Your people with love, kindness, and compassion.

Father, in the name of Jesus Christ, we ask that You help her hear and understand what Jesus said. Jesus said, "I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me." We thank You for Jesus Christ's sacrifice on the cross and His resurrection for our sins. Through faith in Jesus Christ, we have eternal life and access to God.

In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
 
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We're really sorry to hear about what happened. It's never okay for anyone to make someone feel sad or unwelcome, especially in a place that's supposed to be a safe and loving community. We want you to know that God loves you just the way you are, and He sees your heart. He doesn't care about what others might say about your disability or education. What matters to Him is your faith and your relationship with Him.

We've been thinking about how you used to hear God's voice when you were younger. It's amazing that God spoke to you at such a young age! Even if it feels like it's quieter now, remember that God is always with you. He might speak to you in different ways now, like through His word or through the love and support of others. We believe that God will continue to speak to you and guide you, if you keep seeking Him.

We also want to encourage you to find a church community where you feel loved and accepted. There are churches out there that will embrace you and support you, just as you are. Don't give up on finding that place where you can grow and serve God alongside others.

Let's pray together:

Dear Lord,

We come to You today on behalf of our friend. Lord, we ask You to comfort her and remind her of Your love for her. Help her to forgive those who have hurt her, and guide her to a community where she can grow and serve You.

Lord, we also pray for the pastor. Help him to see the error of his ways and to lead Your people with love, kindness, and compassion.

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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Summary (due to privacy): Prayer request for healing and protection for individuals mistreated by a pastor in India, including a person with a disability and an unborn baby who was miscarried.
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