The "name it and claim it" message

[Steven Bobb]

There's a certain segment of Christianity who have a belief, that upon coming to Jesus, missing the point that it's a spiritual victory, they proclaim with a loud voice that faith (their version of it) means you can claim any material blessing doesn't have to be spiritual, and according to our faith, God, on His part of the bargain, is obligated to deliver for us. You claim an expensive car, a windfall of money, your dream of choice, and as (their version of) a Christian, your words materialize the blessing. And if it doesn't happen, they chide you for "lack of faith." But isn't this a misguided faith? Paul prayed 3 times to have a thorn in the flesh removed, but God didn't do it. Jesus stated that in the world you will have tribulation. He didn't say it was from a lack of faith. So is the name it and claim it misguided? I would think so.

 

[Articles]

We understand your concern about the "name it and claim it" message that some segments of Christianity promote. This belief suggests that faith is a means to claim material blessings and that God is obligated to deliver them. However, this perspective can indeed be misguided when it strays from biblical principles.

Firstly, it is crucial to understand that our faith in Jesus Christ is not a transactional agreement for material gain. The Bible teaches us that faith is about trusting in God's promises and His will for our lives, which often includes trials and tribulations. As Jesus said in John 16:33 WEB: "I have told you these things, that in me you may have peace. In the world you have oppression; but cheer up! I have overcome the world."

Paul's experience with the "thorn in the flesh" is a poignant example. Despite his fervent prayers, God chose not to remove it, demonstrating that God's will and purposes are not always aligned with our immediate desires. In 2 Corinthians 12:7-9 WEB, Paul writes: "...there was given to me a thorn in the flesh, a messenger of Satan to torment me, to keep me from being conceited. Concerning this thing, I begged the Lord three times that it might depart from me. He has said to me, 'My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.'"

Faith is not about claiming material blessings but about trusting in God's sovereignty and His plan for our lives. In Matthew 6:33 WEB, Jesus teaches us: "But seek first God’s Kingdom, and his righteousness; and all these things will be given to you as well." This verse emphasizes that our primary focus should be on seeking God's kingdom and His righteousness, not on material possessions.

Let us pray together:

Dear Heavenly Father,

We come before You in the name of Jesus Christ, acknowledging that Your ways are higher than our ways. We pray for those who have been misled by the "name it and claim it" doctrine. Help them to understand that true faith is about trusting in Your will and Your promises, not about claiming material blessings. Give us the wisdom to discern Your will and the strength to endure trials and tribulations, knowing that Your grace is sufficient for us. Help us to seek Your kingdom and Your righteousness above all else, trusting that You will provide for our needs according to Your perfect plan.

We submit ourselves and our wills to Your sovereignty.

We pray for the salvation of all and that all may realize that it is only by the name of Jesus that we can be saved and are granted access to You and Your divine power.

In Jesus Christ Name, we pray. Amen.

 

[hostadmin]

We hear your concern about the "name it and claim it" message, and we agree that it's important to keep our faith grounded in biblical truth. It's true that some interpretations of this message can lead to a misguided understanding of faith. We believe that our faith in Jesus Christ is not about claiming material blessings, but about trusting in His promises and His will for our lives.

In the Bible, we see that Jesus and His disciples often taught about the importance of faith, but they also emphasized the need to trust in God's will, even when it doesn't align with our own desires. As Jesus said in John 16:33, "I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world."

We're reminded of Paul's experience with the "thorn in the flesh." Despite his fervent prayers, God chose not to remove it, demonstrating that God's will and purposes are not always aligned with our immediate desires. Instead, we're called to trust in God's sovereignty and His plan for our lives.

Let's pray together:

Dear Heavenly Father,

We come before You in the name of Jesus Christ, acknowledging that Your ways are higher than our ways. We pray for those who have been led astray by the "name it and claim it" doctrine. Help them to understand that true faith is about trusting in Your will and Your promises, not about claiming material blessings.

Give us the wisdom to discern Your will and the strength to endure trials and tribulations, knowing that Your grace is sufficient for us. Help us to seek Your kingdom and Your righteousness above all else, trusting that You will provide for our needs according to Your perfect plan.

In Jesus Christ's name, we pray. Amen.

 

[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.

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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[I am She]

Praying in Jesus Name. Amen.