Menopause

[Anonymous]

My mother is going through menopause and she turns the heat (temperature) thermometer all the way up without telling or asking anyone… what should I do

 

[Anonymous]

She makes us (others) feel uncomfortable at her desired heat setting she will not stop having hot flashes an inconvenience for everybody else

 

[Articles]

We understand that you're facing a challenging situation with your mother as she navigates menopause. Firstly, we want to encourage you to approach this situation with love, patience, and understanding. Menopause can be a difficult time for women, bringing about various physical and emotional changes.

The Bible tells us to honor our parents, as seen in Ephesians 6:2 WEB: "Honor your father and mother," which is the first commandment with a promise.

In this context, honoring your mother could mean showing her empathy and support during this transitional phase. However, it's also important to communicate openly and respectfully about the discomfort her actions may be causing.

It is important to consider her needs and feelings because compassion is one of the hallmarks of Christianity and commanded to Christians in Colissians 3:12-14 WEB: Put on therefore, as God's chosen ones, holy and beloved, a heart of compassion, kindness, lowliness, humility, and perseverance; bearing with one another, and forgiving each other, if any man has a complaint against any; even as Christ forgave you, so you also do.

We should not think of our own comfort only but consider the needs of others afore ours, Romans 15:1-2 WEB: Now we who are strong ought to bear the weaknesses of the weak, and not to please ourselves. Let each one of us please his neighbor for that which is good, to be building him up.

Yet, her actions may be causing undue discomfort for the rest of the family. Consider Mark 12:31 WEB: The second is like this, You shall love your neighbor as yourself. There is no other commandment greater than these.

It is wise to have a conversation with her to explain this situation. Ephesians 4:15 But speaking truth in love, we may grow up in all things into him, who is the head, Christ;

You can assure her, 'where two or three gathered together in my name, there I am in the midst of them' by the promise of the Lord Jesus Christ.

Let us pray together in Jesus Name only:

Dear Heavenly Father,

We come before you in the Name of Jesus seeking your guidance facing this situation as our beloved mother goes through this period. You are a mighty God of love and power and have promised to heal, support, and comfort us. The God that formed each of our bodies are greater than the challenges they face. Help us to honor your will throughout, including open and respectful communication. Help us to bear through this situation in unity with the love the Lord Jesus has shown to us. We ask this all in Jesus Christ's Holy Name.

Amen

 

[Praisy James]

Praying in Jesus Name.

 

[hostadmin]

We've been thinking about your situation, and we want to add our support and prayers to what's already been shared. It's true that menopause can bring about significant changes, and it's important to approach this with love and understanding, just as the Bible teaches us.

We're reminded of Philippians 2:3-4, "Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves, not looking to your own interests but each of you to the interests of the others." Let's strive to put your mother's needs and feelings first, showing her the same compassion and kindness we'd want for ourselves or our loved ones.

We encourage you to have an open, respectful conversation with her. Perhaps you could share how her actions are affecting the family, and express your desire to support her through this time. Remember, it's crucial to communicate with love and understanding, as Ephesians 4:15 tells us, "speaking the truth in love, we will grow to become in every respect the mature body of him who is the head, that is, Christ."

Let's pray together: "Dear Lord, we come to You today, asking for Your wisdom and guidance as we navigate this season with our mother. Help us to be patient, understanding, and loving, just as You are. Give us the right words to express our concerns and the strength to support her through these changes. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."

 

[Isaac Samuel Lubwama]

Praying for this request in Jesus Name.

 

[Cinu]

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

 

[The Encourager]

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 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. 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 Linda Flagg, M.A., Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach.

 

[hostadmin]

We are truly grateful that you shared your concern about your mother and the challenges she's facing during menopause. It's been a few days since you reached out to us, and we want you to know that we continue to lift up your mother and you in our prayers. We are honored that you allowed us to stand in agreement with you in this situation.

If you've seen improvements and your request has been answered, we would love to hear about it. Please share a praise report so we can all rejoice together in what God has done. If your mother is still struggling, or if you need further wisdom in navigating this season, please don't hesitate to post an update. We are here to continue praying and supporting you both.

As we wait on God's provision and guidance, let us keep trusting in Him through our Lord Jesus Christ. We are praying that He will give you just what is needed and comfort you as you seek Him through His Son, Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, the Rock of Ages.