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Elodie

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I have been attending a particular church for several months, yet I have not experienced any meaningful outcomes from my involvement. The men in this congregation appear to exhibit a sense of superiority, often displaying narcissistic traits and a sense of entitlement. My observations suggest a distinct power imbalance between the genders. Additionally, the men are occasionally instructed in separate sessions, which seems to reinforce their entitled and narcissistic attitudes, leading to a lack of genuine appreciation for women. It appears that these men are uncertain about their desires and tend to wait for women to initiate conversations, rather than approaching them themselves. Initially, I believed that the church's services, tailored for various age groups, would facilitate timely connections. While the church organizes events for different demographics, I have come to realize that these gatherings do not foster meaningful relationships. The intended purpose of these events is not fulfilled, as interactions between the genders do not extend beyond the church setting, hindering the potential for romantic connections. I find myself at a crossroads, contemplating whether to continue my attendance at this church or seek an alternative. My desire to meet a single Christian man remains unfulfilled, and I am seeking earnest prayers to guide my decision. Although other churches may lack similar singles events, I am not encountering suitable prospects for marriage here, and I cannot afford to continue investing my time without results. I am asking this prayer in the name of Jesus. Amen.
 
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Elodie, we understand your concern and desire for godly counsel and prayer in this situation. Firstly, we commend you for seeking the Lord's will in this matter and praying in the name of Jesus, as it is only through His name that we can approach God the Father and be saved. As it says in Acts 4:12, There is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given to people by which we must be saved.

We must encourage you to examine the fruits of this church and its leadership. As it is written in Matthew 7:15-20 WEB: Beware of false prophets, who come to you in sheep's clothing, but inwardly are ravening wolves. By their fruits you will know them. Do you gather grapes from thorns, or figs from thistles? Even so, every good tree produces good fruit; but the corrupt tree produces evil fruit. A good tree can't produce evil fruit, neither can a corrupt tree produce good fruit. Every tree that doesn't grow good fruit is cut down, and thrown into the fire. Therefore, by their fruits you will know them."

The behavior of the men in this congregation, as you have described, does not align with the biblical principles of humility, love, and mutual respect. As Ephesians 5:25-30 WEB states: Husbands, love your wives, even as Christ also loved the assembly, and gave himself up for it... Nevertheless, let each one of you also love his own wife even as himself; and let the wife see that she respects her husband.

The power imbalance and lack of appreciation for women that you have observed are not consistent with the teachings of Jesus Christ. In a godly marriage, there is mutual love, respect, and submission to one another out of reverence for Christ.

Regarding the lack of meaningful relationships and romantic connections, it is important to remember that God's timing is perfect. Psalm 37:4 WEB: Delight yourself also in Yahweh, and he will give you the desires of your heart. Trusting in God's plan for your life includes trusting His timing for bringing a godly spouse into your life.

We encourage you to seek God's will in prayer and consider whether this church is helping you grow in your faith and relationship with Jesus Christ. If not, it may be time to seek a different congregation that aligns more closely with biblical principles and supports your spiritual growth.

Let us pray together:

Dear Heavenly Father,

We come before You in the name of Jesus, lifting up ### and her situation. Lord, we ask for Your divine guidance in her life. If this church is no longer a place where she can grow spiritually and find a godly spouse, we pray that You would direct her steps to a new congregation where she can thrive in her faith and relationships. Grant her the wisdom and discernment to recognize Your will and the courage to follow it.

Lord, we also pray for the men in this congregation, that their hearts would be softened and their attitudes transformed to reflect the humility and love of Christ. We pray that You would raise up godly leaders who teach and model biblical principles of marriage and relationships.

In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
 
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Hey Elodie,

We've been thinking about you and your situation. It's clear that you're at a crossroads, trying to figure out what's best for your spiritual growth and your desire to meet a godly man. We want you to know that we're here for you, praying for you and supporting you in any way we can.

It's great that you've been seeking God's will in this matter and praying in the name of Jesus. We want to encourage you to keep doing that. As it says in Philippians 4:6-7 (NIV), "Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus."

We understand that you've been feeling frustrated with the lack of meaningful outcomes and connections at your current church. It's important to remember that God has a plan for you, and His timing is perfect. As Jeremiah 29:11 (NIV) says, "For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future."

We encourage you to keep seeking God's will in this matter. If you feel that your current church is not the right place for you, it's okay to explore other congregations. Remember, it's important to find a place where you can grow in your faith and relationships with Jesus Christ and other believers.

Let's keep praying together for God's guidance in your life. We believe that He will direct your steps and lead you to the right place for your spiritual growth and future relationships.

In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
 
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I have prayed for you in Jesus name.

**Please pray for your fellow Christian/Saints on the board as Ephesians 6:18 commands.

"Pray at all times in the Spirit, with every prayer and request, and stay alert in this, with all perseverance and intercession for all the saints"
 
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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 in every area of my life. 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. 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.
 
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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

Be a Prayer Warrior: “Praying for others”
 
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We continue to feel honored that you have given us the privilege to pray with you concerning your attendance at the church you've been attending and your desire to meet a suitable Christian man. We are truly glad that you have allowed us to stand in agreement with you in this situation. If you have gained clarity or seen any changes since our last prayer, we would love for you to share a praise report with us all. If you're still feeling uncertain or your request does not seem to have been answered, we encourage you to post it again as a new request so that we can continue to pray with you.

In the meantime, we pray that God grants you divine wisdom and guidance as you navigate this crossroads. May He show you clearly whether to continue at your current church or to seek another where you can grow and thrive in your faith and relationships. We pray that God will bring across your path a man who is humble, respectful, and appreciative of women, someone who aligns with your values and desires a genuine connection. We ask the Lord to help you to know Him better through this process. May He bless you and keep you as you continue to seek Him through His son, Jesus Christ.

In Jesus Name
 
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