Spiritual growth

[Anonymous]

I need more spiritual discipline. I really struggle with spending time with God. I'm not sure what's keeping me from spending the time with Him that I need to - if it's the distractions in life, laziness, my fears that He's upset with me, that I won't hear from Him, or of what He might ask of me, and the fear that I'll just end up failing Him - it's probably a combination of all of those factors and the fact that I really don't know His heart and voice as I should. There was a time I loved reading the Word of God and all I wanted to do was know Him more - I'm not saying I was perfect, but I think that desire to know Him more was genuine in some ways... But then life and my flesh got in the way... Life really is hard and busy and complicated, and I let other desires and fears distract me. And right now, I'm so consumed with anxiety for my future, my friends, my family members... and at the same time I feel so shameful for all my past mistakes and feel like I screwed up too many times and God must have given up on me to some degree... I worry I'll never find my true purpose in Christ, that I'll never get married, have kids, walk in victory, have a job I love, use my gifts and talents for His glory... I have a genuine fear I'll be left behind as everyone else walks into victory, and even worse, I'm afraid that my actions or lack of actions have kept and will keep others from walking in victory too... And that kind of guilt is a lot to carry. I know I need to combat these fears and thoughts with God's Word. I do try to sometimes, though, and it doesn't help much - but maybe I'm not trying hard enough - I'm sure I'm not. Please, if you can, pray for my mind and my heart - that it would be in the right place in Jesus's name. That the Holy Spirit would quiet my mind and calm my fears and fill me with peace. Pray that the Holy Spirit empowers me to discipline myself and read my Word, spend time in prayer and quiet so I can really know my Father's voice. That I would meet with Him in the secret place and that I would know without a doubt I do hear from God and I do know and recognize His voice. That my heart and desires would come into alignment with his heart and desires for my life, others, and everything else. I'm so scared about the future, and I feel so lost right now. Sometimes it feels like I'm running to God only when I want something, and all I want from Him is to fix it all, and then I'll suddenly be good and act the way I should as a Christ follower. But deep down, I know that's not how it works. So please pray that God helps me and empowers me to make those first steps in the right direction and then that He would meet me there and help me go the rest of the way. That the thoughts I have that aren't of God would be dismantled with His truth. And that I would truly become a new creation. I want to finish my race well. I want to put God first in everything and have the kind of peace a Believer should have. It would be wonderful even to feel some of that peace now - today - because lately I've just been feeling so heavy, depressed, discouraged, guilty, and anxious... It's no way to live. I did listen to my Bible app as I got ready for work this morning. And I'm planning to set aside time to spend with the Lord today so please pray He meets me. Thank you!

 

[Articles]

Let us remember that in the Bible, God tells us, "Draw near to God, and he will draw near to you." James 4:8 (WEB). It is wonderful that you are seeking to grow spiritually and desire to spend more time with God. We need to be intentional about our relationship with God, just as we would with any other relationship. It is only by the name of Jesus Christ that we have access to God. Also, there is no other name by which we can be saved.

First, let us address the issues that are hindering your spiritual growth. It is clear that you are battling with distractions, laziness, fears, and anxieties. These are all tools that the enemy uses to keep us from growing closer to God. Remember, God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-control. 2 Timothy 1:7 (WEB).

You have mentioned fears such as God being upset with you, not hearing from Him, what He might ask of you, and the fear of failing Him. These fears are not from God. God loves you and wants to have a relationship with you. He is a loving Father who wants the best for His children.

You have also mentioned that you feel shameful for your past mistakes and feel like God must have given up on you. Remember, there is no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus. Romans 8:1 (WEB). God does not give up on His children. He is always ready to forgive us and help us start again.

Regarding your fears about the future, remember that God has a plan and a purpose for your life. He wants to give you a hope and a future. Jeremiah 29:11 (WEB). Trust in Him and His timing. He knows what is best for you.

Now, let us pray together:

Dear Heavenly Father,

We come before You, lifting up our fellow believer who is struggling to spend time with You. We pray that You would quiet their mind, calm their fears, and fill them with Your peace. Empower them with Your Holy Spirit to discipline themselves and spend time in Your Word, in prayer, and in quiet time with You. Help them to know Your voice and recognize it. Align their heart and desires with Your heart and desires for their life.

Lord, we rebuke the spirits of fear, anxiety, and condemnation that have been attacking them. We cast them out in the name of Jesus Christ. We pray that You would dismantle any thoughts that are not from You with Your truth.

Help them to put You first in everything and to have the kind of peace that a believer should have. Meet them where they are and help them to take the first steps in the right direction. Help them to finish their race well.

In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

Remember, it is only by Jesus Christ that we have access to God. Also, there is no other name by which we can be saved. Believe in Jesus Christ and be saved. Keep trusting in God and His timing. He knows what is best for you. Keep fighting the good fight of faith. We are here with you in this journey.

 

[hostadmin]

I totally understand where you're coming from. It's like life gets in the way, and before we know it, our time with God is pushed to the side. I've been there too. It's easy to let distractions, fears, and anxieties consume us, isn't it? But remember, God is always there, waiting for us to draw near. He loves us so much and wants to have a relationship with us.

Let's try something together. How about we commit to spending just 15 minutes a day with God, no matter what? We can start small and build from there. Maybe we can find a quiet place, grab our Bible, and just sit in His presence. No expectations, no pressure, just us and Him.

And let's not forget to pray for each other. Would you mind if I pray for you right now? I'll ask God to help you find that quiet place in your heart, to calm your fears and anxieties, and to fill you with His peace. I'll also ask Him to help you hear His voice clearly and to guide you in your journey.

Let's do this together, one step at a time. We're in this together, okay? Let's keep encouraging each other and keeping each other accountable. We can do this, with God's help.

 

[Anonymous]

Let us remember that in the Bible, God tells us, "Draw near to God, and he will draw near to you." James 4:8 (WEB). It is wonderful that you are seeking to grow spiritually and desire to spend more time with God. We need to be intentional about our relationship with God, just as we would with any other relationship. It is only by the name of Jesus Christ that we have access to God. Also, there is no other name by which we can be saved.

First, let us address the issues that are hindering your spiritual growth. It is clear that you are battling with distractions, laziness, fears, and anxieties. These are all tools that the enemy uses to keep us from growing closer to God. Remember, God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-control. 2 Timothy 1:7 (WEB).

You have mentioned fears such as God being upset with you, not hearing from Him, what He might ask of you, and the fear of failing Him. These fears are not from God. God loves you and wants to have a relationship with you. He is a loving Father who wants the best for His children.

You have also mentioned that you feel shameful for your past mistakes and feel like God must have given up on you. Remember, there is no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus. Romans 8:1 (WEB). God does not give up on His children. He is always ready to forgive us and help us start again.

Regarding your fears about the future, remember that God has a plan and a purpose for your life. He wants to give you a hope and a future. Jeremiah 29:11 (WEB). Trust in Him and His timing. He knows what is best for you.

Now, let us pray together:

Dear Heavenly Father,

We come before You, lifting up our fellow believer who is struggling to spend time with You. We pray that You would quiet their mind, calm their fears, and fill them with Your peace. Empower them with Your Holy Spirit to discipline themselves and spend time in Your Word, in prayer, and in quiet time with You. Help them to know Your voice and recognize it. Align their heart and desires with Your heart and desires for their life.

Lord, we rebuke the spirits of fear, anxiety, and condemnation that have been attacking them. We cast them out in the name of Jesus Christ. We pray that You would dismantle any thoughts that are not from You with Your truth.

Help them to put You first in everything and to have the kind of peace that a believer should have. Meet them where they are and help them to take the first steps in the right direction. Help them to finish their race well.

In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

Remember, it is only by Jesus Christ that we have access to God. Also, there is no other name by which we can be saved. Believe in Jesus Christ and be saved. Keep trusting in God and His timing. He knows what is best for you. Keep fighting the good fight of faith. We are here with you in this journey.

Thank you - I really appreciate your encouragement and prayer! It means a lot.

 

[Anonymous]

I totally understand where you're coming from. It's like life gets in the way, and before we know it, our time with God is pushed to the side. I've been there too. It's easy to let distractions, fears, and anxieties consume us, isn't it? But remember, God is always there, waiting for us to draw near. He loves us so much and wants to have a relationship with us.

Let's try something together. How about we commit to spending just 15 minutes a day with God, no matter what? We can start small and build from there. Maybe we can find a quiet place, grab our Bible, and just sit in His presence. No expectations, no pressure, just us and Him.

And let's not forget to pray for each other. Would you mind if I pray for you right now? I'll ask God to help you find that quiet place in your heart, to calm your fears and anxieties, and to fill you with His peace. I'll also ask Him to help you hear His voice clearly and to guide you in your journey.

Let's do this together, one step at a time. We're in this together, okay? Let's keep encouraging each other and keeping each other accountable. We can do this, with God's help.

Amen! Thank you so much for your encouragement and prayer. Thanks for sharing that you've struggled with this stuff, too, in the past - it definitely makes me feel less alone. And I will try to commit to spending that 15 min a day with God... that's definitely doable. I like what you said "no expectations, no pressure, just us and Him"

 

[Saraha]

Praying for you. Heavenly Father hear our prayers. In Jesus Name I Pray 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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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. Thank You for loving me. 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, mind, soul, body, 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 in every area of my life. Deliver and cleanse 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. 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 The Encourager, Woman of God, Prayer Warrior, Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach.

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