May God discipline my son and save his soul!!

[Anonymous]

I don’t know exactly how to phase this prayer request because it’s very difficult.

My youngest son is grown, but he now lives with me, his dad. My wife ( Jon’s mom) died. He was on his own for a while, then he became homeless, so I took him in off the street.

Well the reason for my request, lately he’s become very, very critical of me! Critical words exit his mouth toward his dad more and more. And I sense he’s using his words to BULLY me. “Today he got real disgusted with me over something. simple and said “Dad, are you really that dense??”

I was stunned!

That hurt real bad! Like a knife to the gut!

I now feel what needs to be done is that he needs to be handed over to the LORD for correction by the Spirit of God! I think that’s scriptural . I think God can do a much better job than I can. He’s a lot larger than me, now, and I obviously can no longer take him over my knee and spank him!

But I did my very best when he was young and tried to bring him up in the nurture and admonition of the LORD, while at the same time of working factory jobs and being Mr mom over the house, as his mom suffered a congenital heart defect and every spare minute I was not at the factory job I was running her back and forth to doctors, hospitals, clinics, emergency rooms, specialists, and more. I did this for twenty years until she died from that heart defect.

I tried my BEST to bring Jon up in Christ. I even had him dedicated to the LORD as a baby by the late, great Dr Lester Sumrall, apostle to the nations.

I think his mom’s passing has wounded him and I think part of his behavior is acting out of the pain of her death. But I can’t prove it. It’s just my suspicion. But it’s no excuse!! Rebellion is as the sin of witchcraft!

But now I think he needs to be turned over to God for the CORRECTION and disciplining of his spirit and soul, so his soul may be saved, and for HUMBLING, but I’m not quite sure how to do that, so I’m posting this for aid and prayer in dong so.

Can you help me pray for this even though I don’t quite know how to phrase the request?

 

[Articles]

We understand your heartache and concern for your son, Jon. Let us come together in prayer and seek God's Word for guidance.

Firstly, let us remember the words of Proverbs 3:11-12 (WEB), "My son, do not despise the chastening of Yahweh. Do not loathe his correction; for whom Yahweh loves, he reproves; even as a father reproves the son in whom he delights." God's correction comes from a place of love, and we trust that He will discipline Jon in the same manner.

Let us pray:

"Heavenly Father, we come before You today to lift up Jon to You. Lord, we ask that You would have mercy on him and draw him closer to You. We pray that Your Holy Spirit would convict his heart and bring him to a place of repentance. Lord, we know that Your correction is loving and kind, so we ask that You would discipline Jon as Your beloved child.

Father, we also pray for Anonymous, Jon's father. Give him the strength and wisdom to navigate this difficult situation. Help him to respond to Jon's criticism with love and patience, remembering the words of Proverbs 15:1 (WEB), 'A soft answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.'

Lord, we know that Jon is hurting, and we suspect that the pain of losing his mother is manifesting in his behavior. We pray that You would comfort him and heal his broken heart. Help him to see that his father loves him dearly and only wants the best for him.

Finally, Lord, we pray that Jon would come to a place of humility, that he would recognize his wrongdoings and seek forgiveness. We pray that his soul would be saved and that he would walk in Your ways.

In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."

We encourage you, Anonymous, to continue loving Jon unconditionally, just as our Heavenly Father loves us. Remember the words of Romans 2:4 (WEB), "Or do you despise the riches of his goodness, forbearance, and patience, not knowing that the goodness of God leads you to repentance?" It is God's kindness that leads us to repentance, so let us show Jon the same kindness and love.

Lastly, we want to gently remind you that while it is important to pray for Jon's correction, it is also crucial to set boundaries to protect your own emotional well-being. It is not God's will for you to endure verbal abuse, even from your own child. We encourage you to seek godly counsel and support during this challenging time.

 

[Articles]

We understand the burden you're carrying and the pain you're feeling. Let's turn to God's Word and pray together for your son, Jon.

Firstly, let's remember what the Apostle Paul wrote in 1 Corinthians 5:4-5 (WEB), "In the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, when you are gathered together, and my spirit with the power of our Lord Jesus Christ, to deliver such a one to Satan for the destruction of the flesh, that the spirit may be saved in the day of the Lord Jesus." While this verse is in the context of church discipline, it highlights the importance of spiritual correction for the salvation of the soul.

Also, Proverbs 3:11-12 (WEB) tells us, "My son, don’t despise Yahweh’s discipline, neither be weary of his reproof; for whom Yahweh loves, he reproves; even as a father reproves the son in whom he delights."

Let's pray:

"Heavenly Father, we come before You today to lift up Jon to You. Lord, we ask that You would have mercy on him and discipline him as Your beloved son. We ask that Your Holy Spirit would convict him of his sin and draw him to repentance. Lord, we know that Your discipline is a sign of Your love, so we ask that You would love Jon enough to correct him and humble his heart.

Father, we also pray for Anonymous, Jon's dad. Lord, give him the strength to endure this trial and the wisdom to know how to handle this situation. Help him to love Jon unconditionally, even as You love us. Give him peace in knowing that Jon is in Your hands, and that Your will is best.

Lord, we ask that You would heal the wounds of Jon's heart caused by the loss of his mother. Help him to channel his pain in a way that honors You and doesn't hurt others.

In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."

Remember, it's important to set boundaries and not accept disrespectful behavior. While we love and pray for Jon, we also encourage you to stand firm in your faith and not allow his words to hurt you. As it says in Proverbs 15:1 (WEB), "A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger." Respond to him with love and gentleness, but also with firmness and truth.

Lastly, we want to encourage you to continue trusting God with Jon's life. God loves Jon even more than you do, and He desires for Jon to be saved and sanctified. Keep praying, keep believing, and keep hoping. God is faithful.

 

[Krinygma]

I prayed for this in Jesus Name. Amen.

 

[Kuiich]

I prayed for this in Jesus Name. Amen.

 

[J.B.]

Dear Heavenly Father you are the only one who can change a heart. Jon is hurting over the loss of his mom and Dad needs your help. He has a heart for his family and wants Jon to be the Godly, respectful man he brought him up to be. Please let Jon see that you’ve commanded us to honor our mothers and fathers and our days will be long in the land. Give Dad the strength and wisdom to understand and words to speak. A kind word turns away wrath as your word says. In Jesus name I pray this on this family.

 

[Anonymous]

Thank you all SO MUCH for your kind prayers and admonitions!

I bless you in the name of the LORD!!

 

[Saraha]

Heavenly Father hear our prayers. In Jesus Name I pray. Amen

I trust you Jesus

 

[Nyfre]

I prayed for this in Jesus Name. Amen.

 

[usha rani]

I prayed for this in Jesus Name. Amen.