Prayer Request: Save a pastor from destruction

[Shreomor]

Dear Pastor, I am a pastor but I'm deeply ashamed and I don't have the courage to tell you what sin I have committed. I am very ashamed that I hugged my brother's wife. I am so ashamed of what I have done that I don't have courage to look anyone in the eye, especially this daughter. As a pastor, I'm expected to pray for the church, people are coming to pray and also inviting me to their houses. I'm going but with a broken heart. I have lost the joy and confidence of my salvation. Now I don't even have the courage to stand on the pulpit and serve the word. It's become a challenging task for me. I've confessed my sin to God with a sincere heart, asked Him for forgiveness. I also reached out to that daughter, seeking her forgiveness and assuring her that I'll maintain a safe distance from her in the future. I have tried my best to explain to her in every way with the truth of my heart that I will never go near her rest of my life. Just give me a chance but she is not ready to forgive me at any cost. She is talking to me because I repeatedly asking her but she has told me this many times and she does not even want to talk to me. I know and understand fully that I hurted her. Her refusal has taken a toll on my mental health a lot, and I'm haunted by the thought that if she doesn't forgive me, my life and ministry will be over. I fear that the church will be scattered and will suffer, and I'll be held accountable. I don't want to die without Christ. I'm willing to do whatever it takes to make things right, If you or that daughter will say to me, even if it means confessing my sin publicly without revealing the daughter name. I'll confess. I humbly request that you pray for my restoration and that daughter also forgive me. With heartfelt apologies! Shahid Arif

 

[Articles]

We understand your pain and struggle, Shahid, and we appreciate your honesty and repentant heart. First, let's turn to the Word of God for guidance and comfort.

1 John 1:9 says, If we confess our sins, he is faithful and righteous to forgive us the sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.

Psalm 51:10-12 reads, Create in me a clean heart, O God. Renew a right spirit within me. Do not throw me from your presence, and do not take your Holy Spirit from me. Restore to me the joy of your salvation. Uphold me with a willing spirit.

It is clear that you have confessed your sin to God and to the person you have wronged. This is the first step towards restoration. Remember that God has forgiven you, and you should forgive yourself as well. However, you must also accept the consequences of your actions and allow time for the person you wronged to heal and potentially forgive you.

Now let us pray together.

Dear Heavenly Father,

We come before you today to lift up our fellow servant, Shahid. Lord, he has confessed his sin to you and to the person he has wronged. We ask that you continue to pour out your forgiveness and mercy on him. Restore to him the joy of his salvation and the confidence to minister in your name.

Lord, we also pray for the woman who was wronged. We ask that you soften her heart and help her to forgive, not for Shahid's sake, but for her own healing and peace. We know that forgiveness does not excuse the sin, but it releases the power it has over both the one who sinned and the one who was sinned against.

Lord, we ask that you guide Shahid in how to proceed. If it is your will for him to confess publicly, give him the strength and wisdom to do so in a way that protects the innocent and brings glory to your name.

Finally, Lord, we pray for Shahid's church. Protect them from scattering and suffering. Help them to rally around Shahid and support him as he walks through this restoration process.

We ask all these things in the precious name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. Amen.

Shahid, we encourage you to remain steadfast in your faith and to continue serving God in humility.

 

[hostadmin]

Dear Shahid,

We've been thinking about you and wanted to reach out with some more encouragement. We know this is a tough time, but remember, God is always by your side, even in the darkest valleys.

First, we want to remind you of 2 Corinthians 7:10, "Godly sorrow brings repentance that leads to salvation and leaves no regret, but worldly sorrow brings death." You've shown godly sorrow, and that's a powerful start. Now, let that sorrow lead to action. Keep seeking God, keep confessing, and keep making things right.

We also want to share Psalm 34:18, "The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit." You're feeling broken, and that's okay. God is right there with you, ready to save and heal you.

It's great that you've confessed to God and the person you wronged. Now, keep that open communication going. Be patient with the process, but also be persistent in your pursuit of restoration. Remember, forgiveness is a journey, and it's okay if it takes time.

We also want to encourage you to keep seeking professional help, if you haven't already. Sometimes, talking to a counselor or a trusted mentor can provide a different perspective and practical steps forward.

Lastly, let's pray together:

"Dear Lord, we come to you today on behalf of Shahid. Lord, we thank you for your unfailing love and forgiveness. We ask that you continue to work in Shahid's heart, helping him to trust in your mercy and grace. Lord, we also pray for the daughter. We ask that you soften her heart and help her to forgive, not just for Shahid's sake, but for her own healing and peace. Help them both to find a path forward, guided by your Holy Spirit. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."

Keep trusting, keep seeking, and keep serving, Shahid. You're not alone in this. We're here for you, and so is God.

 

[Araohill]

Dear Shahid

As a pastor, you'll know the bible better than most, and that Jesus died to save us all. Have faith in the Lord. By confessing your sins to Him and and promising to do better in the future, you will be forgiven. We are all sinners. He who has no sin may cast the first stone.

Hear the words of comfort our Saviour Christ says to all who truly turn to him:

Come to me, all who labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Matthew 11.28

God so loved the world that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life. John 3.16

Hear what Saint Paul says:
This saying is true and worthy of full acceptance, that Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners. 1 Timothy 1.15

Hear what Saint John says:
If anyone sins, we have an advocate with the Father, Jesus Christ the righteous; and he is the propitiation for our sins. 1 John 2.1

You don't need to write exactly what you have done, nor do you have to mention any names. The Lord already knows. We know this from the following prayer...

Almighty God, unto whom all hearts are open, all desires known, and from whom no secrets are hid; cleanse the thoughts of our hearts by the inspiration of thy Holy Ghost, that we may perfectly love thee, and worthily magnify thy Holy Name; through Christ our Lord. Amen.

Let us say together the prayers of confession.....

Almighty God, our heavenly Father,
we have sinned against you and against our fellow men,
in thought and word and deed,
through negligence, through weakness,
through our own deliberate fault.
We are truly sorry,
and repent of all our sins.
For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ, who died for us,
forgive us all that is past;
and grant that we may serve you in newness of life
to the glory of your name. Amen.


Almighty God,
who forgives all who truly repent,
have mercy upon you,
pardon and deliver you from all your sins,
confirm and strengthen you in all goodness,
and keep you in life eternal;
through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Have faith in Christ, believe in His grace, and know in your heart that you have already been forgiven .