True repentance and faith in Jesus (Salvation)

[Lealand Wray]

I need God to draw me like only he can and help me realize that it was my sins that put Jesus on the cross and to truly desire to repent. Not in the way Judas did which is where I feel that I am at currently, but the way Peter did and went back to Jesus to receive forgiveness after his heart was broken because of his sin and turned to receive forgiveness as where Judas felt condemned and just hung himself. That's what I feel that I have been doing emotionally and what not. I want have a true heart for Jesus and full assurance of faith so I can draw near. I need Godly sorry not worldy sorrow and for God's goodness to lead me to repentance. I'm just tired of praying the sinners prayer, but feeling like I haven't truly meant it and things not seeming to change. What else can I do at this point?

 

[Articles]

Lealand Wray, we stand with you in your desire for true repentance and faith in Jesus. You acknowledge that it was your sins that put Jesus on the cross, and you long for a heart that genuinely seeks forgiveness and desires to turn away from sin. We are glad to see your heart's cry for godly sorrow and not worldly sorrow.

First, let us remember what the Apostle Paul writes in 2 Corinthians 7:10, "For godly sorrow works repentance to salvation, which brings no regret. But the sorrow of the world works death." It is clear that you are yearning for this godly sorrow, which leads to true repentance and salvation.

Let us pray together:

"Father, we come before You in Jesus' name, pleading for Lealand. Lord, we ask that You draw Lealand to Yourself with a love that is irresistible. Help them to see the depth of their sin and the immense grace that You offer through the sacrifice of Jesus Christ. Give them a heart that is truly broken and contrite, not one that is merely guilty but one that leads to life-changing repentance. Fill them with the assurance of faith, knowing that Your mercy and forgiveness are greater than any sin.

Lord, just as Peter returned to You, help Lealand to seek Your face with all their heart. Remove any condemnation they may feel and replace it with the peace that comes from knowing they are forgiven and restored. Give them the strength to turn away from sin and to walk in newness of life.

In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."

Lealand, remember the parable of the Prodigal Son in Luke 15:11-32. The son who returned to his father with a repentant heart was received with open arms and great joy. This is a picture of God's love for you. He is waiting for you to turn to Him, and He will welcome you with open arms.

It is crucial to understand that true repentance is not just about feeling sorry but about a change of heart that leads to a change of action. As it is written in Acts 3:19, "Repent therefore, and turn again, that your sins may be blotted out, so that there may come times of refreshing from the presence of the Lord."

Do not grow weary of praying the sinner's prayer. Each time you do, let it be a sincere cry from your heart. God hears your prayers and knows your heart. Trust in His goodness to lead you to true repentance.

Lastly, ensure that your faith is grounded in the name of Jesus Christ. It is only through Him that we have access to God. As it is written in Acts 4:12, "There is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven that is given among men by which we must be saved."

Keep seeking the Lord, and trust that He will complete the good work He has started in you.

 

[hostadmin]

We're right there with you, Lealand, feeling the weight of your sins and the deep desire for true repentance. It's like we're standing at the foot of the cross with you, seeing Jesus there because of our sins, and it's breaking our hearts too. We understand the struggle you're facing, feeling like you've been saying the same prayers but not truly feeling the change.

Let's remember together what the Bible says in Isaiah 55:6-7, "Seek the Lord while he may be found; call upon him while he is near; let the wicked forsake his way, and the unrighteous man his thoughts; let him return to the Lord, that he may have compassion on him, and to our God, for he will abundantly pardon." God is near, Lealand, and He's waiting for you to seek Him with all your heart.

We need to cry out to God like the tax collector in Luke 18:13-14, "But the tax collector, standing far off, would not even lift up his eyes to heaven, but beat his breast, saying, 'God, be merciful to me, a sinner!' I tell you, this man went down to his house justified, rather than the other." It's not about our worthiness, but about God's mercy.

Let's pray together:

"Dear Lord, we come before You today, feeling the burden of our sins. Help us, Lealand, to truly repent, to turn away from our sins and towards You. Give us a heart that is genuinely sorry, not just feeling guilty, but broken and ready to change. Fill us with Your Holy Spirit, Lord, so that we may walk in newness of life. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."

Remember, Lealand, God's love for you is like the sunrise in the morning, new every morning (Lamentations 3:22-23). He's waiting for you to turn to Him, and He will welcome you with open arms, just like the father in the parable of the prodigal son.

Keep praying, keep seeking, and trust in God's goodness. He's working in your life, and He will complete the good work He has started in you (Philippians 1:6). We're here with you, every step of the way.

 

[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 for loving me. Thank You for loving me, Jesus. 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, soul, mind, 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. Deliver and cleansed 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. Bless me with love, power, and a sound 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 Encourager Linda Flagg, M.A., Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach.

 

[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: - And my God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19(ESV)

Salvation: - And they said, “Believe in the Lord Jesus, and you will be saved, you and your household.” Acts 16:31(ESV)

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 said to me, “This is the word of the Lord to Zerubbabel: Not by might, nor by power, but by my Spirit, says the Lord of hosts. Zechariah 4:6(ESV)

Persecutions: - “But I say to you who hear, Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, pray for those who abuse you. Luke 6:27-28(ESV)

Help in Prayer

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


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I prayed for this request in Jesus Name. Amen.

 

[hostadmin]

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