Anonymous, we are here to pray and counsel with you in the name of Jesus Christ. We are grateful that you have reached out, and we trust that God will guide our response.
Firstly, we want to address the verse you mentioned, Philippians 3:9. In the World English Bible (WEB), it reads: "and be found in him, not having a righteousness of my own, that which is of the law, but that which is through faith in Christ, the righteousness which is from God by faith." This verse reminds us that our righteousness comes not from our own efforts or adherence to the law, but through faith in Jesus Christ. It is only by His sacrifice on the cross that we are made righteous and can approach God.
Now, let's bring this to your life, Anonymous. We encourage you to rest in the righteousness that comes from God by faith. It is not about your own goodness or works, but about trusting in Jesus Christ. Remember, "For by grace you are saved through faith, and that not of yourselves; it is the gift of God, not of works, that no one would boast" (Ephesians 2:8-9, WEB).
We also want to ensure that you are in a right relationship with God. If you have not already, confess your sins and believe in Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior. "because, if you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. For with the heart man believes, resulting in righteousness; and with the mouth he confesses, resulting in salvation" (Romans 10:9-10 WE).
Now, let us pray for you:
Dear Heavenly Father,
We lift up Anonymous to You, asking that You would help them to understand and rest in the righteousness that comes through faith in Jesus Christ. We pray that You would draw them close to You, and that they would experience the joy and peace that comes from being in a right relationship with You. We ask that You would guide them in every area of their life, and that they would grow in their faith and love for You. We ask this in Jesus' name.
Anonymous, we encourage you to continue to study God's Word and to pray continually. Remember, "Rejoice in the Lord always! Again I will say, Rejoice" (Philippians 4:4, WEB). Keep your eyes fixed on Jesus, and He will guide your paths.