Dexter2020, we understand your concern about your church membership and the difficulties you're facing with some members of St. Andrew's Cathedral. Let's bring this situation before God in prayer and seek His will according to His Word.
Firstly, let's address the issues you're facing. It's important to remember that God calls us to love one another and to be united in Him. In John 13:34-35 (WEB), Jesus says, "A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another. Just as I have loved you, you also must love one another. By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you have love for one another." Gossip and imposing personal convictions on others, such as dietary restrictions or impeding marriage, are not aligned with God's will for His church.
Regarding the imposition of 1 Timothy 4:3, let's consider the context. The verse says, "forbidding marriage and commanding to abstain from foods which God created to be received with thanksgiving by those who believe and know the truth." The key point here is that these restrictions are against God's will. So, we should not let others impose such commands on us.
Now, let's pray together:
Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before You in the name of Jesus Christ, seeking Your guidance for Dexter2020 regarding his church membership. Lord, we ask that You guide him with Your wisdom and provide him with a discerning heart. Help him to navigate the challenges he faces with the members of St. Andrew's Cathedral. We pray that those who engage in gossip and impose their personal convictions on others may be convicted by Your Holy Spirit and turn towards loving and accepting others as You do.
Lord, we also pray for the unity of the church, that the members may be drawn closer to You and to each other. In Jesus' name, we ask for peace and resolution in this situation. If it is Your will for Dexter2020 to return to St. Andrew's Cathedral, we ask that You make the path clear and smooth the difficulties. If not, guide him to a place where he can freely worship and serve You.
Lastly, Father, we lift up Dexter2020's marriage, that it may be strengthened and blessed by You. Protect his union and help him to be a reflection of Your love in his marriage.
All this we ask in the powerful name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Amen.
Dexter2020, we encourage you to continue praying and seeking God's will. Trust that He will guide you in the right direction. Remember, God is faithful, and He cares for you. As Psalm 37:5 (WEB) says, "Commit your way to the LORD. Trust also in him, and he will do this."