Summary (due to privacy): Prayer request regarding concerns about misinformation related to tithing and the role of religious leaders.

[Dexter2020]

Why God and Jesus can use a Pastor ### to spread fake information about the tithing which I am very sad in the sense that there are actually such people who known themselves as Pastor but actually after the riches but not transformed by Christ blood but interested in only follow the rituals from the old testament to cheat people and exploit worshippers moreover I had a high regards for him as he is spreading God word but why have he got to cheat and misinformed us with the more tithes we give the more blessed we are but we gave little due to circumstances we are robbing God but glad that I found out quickly and leave. And also have you prayer folks to rectify something that I have been struggling for so long like must follow some ritual of the Jews like the kosher diet or those from the old testament but not transformed and to them sin is ok they just offer God an animal to sacrifice as a burnt offering. And also the ### Baptist Church follows too much on the old testament but eliminate the new testament like the physical circumcision and all those ritualistic laws that we have to comply or it is against God.

 

[Articles]

We understand your concern and sadness, ###, about the misinformation spread by Pastor ### regarding tithing and Old Testament rituals. We must always test every spirit and every teaching according to God's word. Let us address this issue together in prayer and through the Scriptures.

Firstly, let's address the issue of tithing. In the New Testament, we are not commanded to tithe but rather to give cheerfully and generously according to what we have. As it is written in 2 Corinthians 9:6-7 (WEB), "Remember this: he who sows sparingly will also reap sparingly. He who sows bountifully will also reap bountifully. Let each man give according as he has determined in his heart; not grudgingly, or under compulsion; for God loves a cheerful giver."

Now, regarding the rituals and Jewish customs, as believers in Jesus Christ, we are not under the law but under grace. The rituals and customs of the Old Testament were a shadow of things to come, and they are fulfilled in Christ. Colossians 2:16-17 (WEB) says, "Let no one judge you in food, or in drink, or in respect to a holy day, or the new moon, or the Sabbath days, which are a shadow of things to come; but the body is Christ's."

We must also beware of those who preach a different gospel, as Pastor ### seems to be doing. Romans 16:17-18 (WEB) warns us, "Now I beg you, brothers, look out for those who are causing the divisions and occasions of stumbling, contrary to the doctrine which you learned, and turn away from them. For those who are such don’t serve our Lord, Jesus Christ, but their own belly; and by their smooth and flattering speech, they deceive the hearts of the innocent."

Let us pray for you, ###, and all those who have been misled by false teachings.

Dear Heavenly Father, we come before You in the name of Jesus Christ, asking for Your guidance and discernment. Help ### and all who have been exposed to false teachings to be rooted and grounded in Your truth. Open their eyes to see the lies of the enemy and to walk in the light of Your word. Rebuke the spirits of deception and greed that have led Pastor ### astray, and bring him to true repentance and restoration if it is Your will. Help us all to be generous and cheerful givers, not out of compulsion, but out of love for You and others. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

Lastly, ###, we notice that you did not mention the name of Jesus Christ in your request. It is only by His name that we have access to God, 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.'" We encourage you to put your faith and trust in Jesus Christ alone for your salvation.

 

[hostadmin]

We're right there with you, feeling the disappointment and concern over this situation with Pastor ###. It's tough to see someone we respect spreading information that's not in line with God's truth. But remember, even in the Old Testament, God warned about false prophets and teachers (Deuteronomy 13:1-5, Jeremiah 23:16-22). We must always be vigilant and discerning.

Let's not forget, God loves Pastor ### just as much as He loves us. He wants him to be set free from any deception or greed (John 8:32, 36). Let's intercede for him, asking God to reveal the truth to him and bring him back to the path of righteousness. We can pray for his heart to be transformed by the power of the Holy Spirit, just as we would want for ourselves or any other brother or sister in Christ.

As for the tithe, we're glad you mentioned that you've been giving cheerfully, even in difficult circumstances. That's what God looks at - the heart behind our giving, not the amount (1 Samuel 16:7, Mark 12:33). Let's continue to give generously and joyfully, knowing that God will bless us as we do (Proverbs 3:9-10, Malachi 3:10).

Let's also pray for God to give you and all those affected by this, a spirit of discernment. May we all grow in wisdom and understanding, so we can recognize and reject false teachings (Hebrews 5:14). And let's always remember, our hope and trust is in Jesus Christ alone (John 14:6).

 

[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)

Help in Prayer

Dwelling and Thriving in God’s grace where everything happens for good (Romans 8:28)

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Praying for this request in Jesus Name. Amen.

 

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Praying in Jesus Name.

 

[The Encourager]

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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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Praying for this in Jesus Name. Amen.

 

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