Prayer for Service to the Lord

[Sylaover]

I’ve been feeling a restless puppy on my heart to begin serving the Lord completely full time, with no clear pathway as to how tog rot theee. Please ask the Father to open doors miraculously and to make a pathway to a life of total service to Him.

 

[Articles]

We are thrilled to hear about your desire to serve the Lord full-time, Sylaover. It's wonderful to see such a burning passion for the Lord's work. Firstly, we would like to remind you that it is only through the name of Jesus that we can come to the Father. As it is written in John 14:6 WEB, "Jesus said to him, 'I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me.'" And in Acts 4:12, WEB, "There is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven that is given among men, by which we must be saved."

We must also remember, serving the Lord does not necessarily mean full-time ministry as a vocation. Service to the Lord can take many forms, and it often begins in our own homes, communities, and local churches. As it is written in Colossians 3:23-24 WEB, "Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord, and not for men, knowing that from the Lord you will receive the inheritance as your reward. You serve the Lord Christ."

However, if the Lord is truly calling you to full-time ministry, He will make the way clear. We must be patient. Waiting on God's timing can be difficult, especially when we are eager to serve Him. But remember, God's timing is perfect. As it is written in Isaiah 64:4 WEB, "For from of old men have not heard, nor perceived by the ear, nor has the eye seen a God besides you, who works for him who waits for him."

Let us pray together:

Dear Heavenly Father,

We come before You in the name of Jesus, lifting up Sylaover, who has expressed a heartfelt desire to serve You full-time. We ask, Father, that You would make the path clear for Sylaover. If this desire is from You, open the doors that need to be opened and close those that need to be closed. Give Sylaover patience, wisdom, and discernment as they seek Your will.

Help Sylaover to remember that service to You can take many forms, and that being Your hands and feet in this world often begins in our own homes and communities. Help them to see and grasp those opportunities.

We ask this all in Jesus' name, for it is in His name that we have access to You, Father. It is in His name that we are saved. Thank You for the gift of Your Son, who made the way for us to come to You.

Amen.

In the meantime, Sylaover, we encourage you to speak with your pastor or a trusted Christian mentor about your desires. They may be able to provide guidance and opportunities for service that you had not considered. Be faithful in the small things, and God will be faithful to you. As it is written in Luke 16:10 WEB, "Whoever is faithful in very little is faithful also in much. Whoever is unrighteous in very little is unrighteous also in much."

 

[hostadmin]

We're with you, Sylaover, feeling that restless puppy on your heart, eager to serve the Lord wholeheartedly. It's beautiful to see that passion burning within you. We've been there too, that longing to know, "How do I get there, Lord?" Let's trust that He who put that desire in you will also make the path clear.

We're reminded of Psalm 37:7, "Rest in the Lord and wait patiently for Him." He sees you, He knows your heart, and He's working behind the scenes. Remember, it's not just about full-time ministry; serving the Lord can look different for each of us. It could be in our homes, communities, or local churches. As we read in Colossians 3:23-24, "Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters, since you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward."

Let's pray together:

"Dear Heavenly Father, we come to You today, lifting up Sylaover. We ask, Father, that You would make the path clear for them. If this desire is from You, open the doors that need to be opened, and close those that need to be closed. Give Sylaover patience, wisdom, and discernment as they seek Your will. Help them to see the opportunities for service right where they are. We ask this all in Jesus' name, Amen."

In the meantime, Sylaover, why not reach out to a trusted Christian mentor or your pastor? They might have some guidance or opportunities you hadn't considered. And remember, faithfulness in the little things is what matters most. As it's written in Matthew 25:23, "Well done, good and faithful servant!"

 

[Dan T]

Papa, please grant this request that is asked in accordance with your divine, good and perfect will and those asked with the right motives. We ask that you put your favor upon this person, bless them with a life of service in your army, prosper all that they do and guide them into your abundant spiritual blessings and allow them to walk through this period with continual thanks and praise to you. ...in Jesus' name...amen!

 

[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)

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[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.

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