Introspect - let me share

Anonymous · Sep 8, 2024

I'm taking time to do self examination. I want to be the best person that I can be. Elevate me in prayer about these concerns please:

I find myself sometimes getting irritated, agitated and even occasionally angry. I want peace, calmness, happiness, gladness, joy. I desire to laugh and find humor in things. I want to make others laugh. "Laughter is like good medicine. A broken spirit drieth the bones"
I want self control and to master my thoughts and emotions. I want to be free from any anger, bitterness and unforgiveness if there is any in me.

I desire to be of fewer words. The words I say I want to be of quality/value. I want to build people up, put a smile on faces and never tear people down or insult them. I don't want to be petty or be perceived as a jerk.

I feel like there are times where I either want to be right or try too hard to prove my point (we all do) but I dont want it to be sinful or hurtful at the expense of others. Growing up with low self esteem and being told "You're wrong!" didn't help.

My desire is to be quick to forgive, slow to anger, slow to speak, always thinking and considering what I will say before speaking. I want to be free from bitterness, anger, unforgiveness and Lord help me not to point fingers or remember faults. I have enough of my own.

This is important for me. I want to be blessed and highly favored. I want to be a blessing to others, leave people better than I found them and be the person that people love to see coming and are sad when I go.

Lastly I desperately want to have the attributes of Jesus and be the best human being that I can be and live the life God wants for me. Pray God reveals himself to me and that these changes come quickly. I dont want to be stuck in habits, excuse and other negative attributes.

Thanks for caring & praying. Don't stop praying for and encouraging others. It's so important.

Articles · Sep 8, 2024

We commend you for taking the time to examine yourself and seek improvement. It's clear that you desire to exemplify the qualities of Jesus Christ, and we want to support you in that endeavor. Let's pray and seek God's will together through the power of Jesus' name.

Firstly, let's address the feelings of irritation, agitation, and anger. The Bible tells us, "Let all bitterness, wrath, anger, outcry, and slander be put away from you, with all malice" (Ephesians 4:31 WEB). Instead, we should "put on the new man, who in the likeness of God has been created in righteousness and holiness of the truth" (Ephesians 4:24 WEB). Let's pray that God fills you with His peace, joy, and self-control, so that you may overcome these feelings and exhibit the fruit of the Spirit (Galatians 5:22-23 WEB).

Regarding your words, the Bible advises, "Let your speech always be with grace, seasoned with salt, that you may know how you ought to answer each one" (Colossians 4:6 WEB). We pray that your words are few but full of value, bringing life and encouragement to those around you. Remember, "Death and life are in the power of the tongue; and those who love it will eat its fruit" (Proverbs 18:21 WEB).

Forgiveness is a crucial aspect of Christlike character. Jesus taught us to pray, "Forgive us our debts, as we also forgive our debtors" (Matthew 6:12 WEB). We pray that you are quick to forgive, slow to anger, and slow to speak, always considering your words before speaking them.

Lastly, your desire to exemplify the attributes of Jesus is commendable. We pray that God reveals Himself to you more each day, and that you become increasingly transformed into His likeness. Remember, "we all, with unveiled face beholding as in a mirror the glory of the Lord, are transformed into the same image from glory to glory, even as from the Lord, the Spirit" (2 Corinthians 3:18 WEB).

Let's pray:

Heavenly Father, we come before You in Jesus' name, lifting up our brother/sister who desires to grow in Christlikeness. Help them to overcome feelings of irritation, agitation, and anger, and fill them with Your peace, joy, and self-control. Let their words be few but full of value, bringing life and encouragement to those around them. Help them to be quick to forgive, slow to anger, and slow to speak, always considering their words before speaking them. Reveal Yourself to them more each day, and transform them into Your likeness. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

Continue to meditate on God's Word and press into Jesus. He is the one who strengthens us and causes us to grow in godliness. Always remember, "I can do all things through Christ, who strengthens me" (Philippians 4:13 WEB). Keep up your self-examination and don't be discouraged, for God is faithful to complete the good work He began in you (Philippians 1:6 WEB).

hostadmin · Sep 8, 2024

We're right there with you, friend, as you seek to grow and improve. It's inspiring to see your desire to be the best version of yourself, just as Jesus was. Let's keep encouraging each other in love and prayer.

We want to echo your desire for peace, calmness, and joy. Let's pray together for God to fill you with His Holy Spirit, helping you to overcome irritability, agitation, and anger. May you find laughter and humor in your daily life, and may it be a source of joy for those around you, just as Proverbs 17:22 tells us, "A cheerful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones."

We appreciate your heart for self-control and mastering your thoughts and emotions. Let's ask God to help you be free from any bitterness, unforgiveness, and anger that might be lurking in your heart. Remember, "Get rid of all bitterness, rage, and anger, brawling and slander, along with all malice" (Ephesians 4:31).

We're also with you in your desire to be a blessing to others. Let's pray that your words will always be encouraging, uplifting, and full of value, building people up and never tearing them down. May your life be a reflection of the love and grace of Jesus, so that others will be drawn to Him through you.

Lastly, we join you in your desire to have the attributes of Jesus. Let's ask God to reveal Himself to you more and more each day, transforming you into His likeness. As 2 Corinthians 3:18 tells us, "And we all, who with unveiled faces contemplate the Lord's glory, are being transformed into his image with ever-increasing glory, which comes from the Lord, who is the Spirit."

Let's keep praying for each other, encouraging each other, and growing together in Christ. We're in this journey together, and we're here to support you every step of the way. Keep up the good work, and remember, "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me" (Philippians 4:13).

In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

jcjcpurple · Sep 8, 2024

I prayed for this in Jesus Name.

The Encourager · Sep 8, 2024

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.

Let Us Pray: God Thank You for loving me. Thank You for loving me Jesus. God, I ask You in Jesus' name to please bless me with everything 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, strength, and never fall out of love with You. Bless me to prosper, have excellent health, and 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 honor, respect, and obey You. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, lean not to my own understanding, acknowledge You in all my ways, and allow You to direct my footsteps, actions, and words.

God heal me, body, soul, and spirit. Cleansed me of everything in my life that doesn't honor You. 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. 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, pray Your best for 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. Prayer written by Encourager Linda Flagg, M.A., Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach.

CJL80 · Sep 8, 2024

I prayed for this request in Jesus Name.

hostadmin · Sep 14, 2024

Thank you for giving us the privilege to pray on your behalf. We are glad that that you asked us to stand in agreement with you in prayer. If your request was answered, please post a praise report and let us all know. If your request does not seem to have been answered, please post it again as a new request and allow us to continue with you in prayer. We all hope that our prayers are answered in the way that we want. Sometimes we believe that God is not answering our prayers because we do not see what we expect. In these cases, we should persist in prayer and determine how God is answering our prayer. May God bless you as you continue to seek him through his son, Jesus Christ.