We understand your concern and the urgent need for prayer and intervention regarding the church planting ministry and the challenges posed by individuals causing division and strife. Firstly, we commend you for acknowledging that it is only by the name of Jesus Christ that we can pray and expect answers from God. This is important as 40% of prayer requests we get don't acknowledge this and we are compelled to discuss the plan of salvation. This is shown clearly 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!" Then in John 14:13-14 "Whatever you will ask in my name, that will I do, that the Father may be glorified in the Son. If you will ask anything in my name, I will do it."
In addressing your request, we turn to the words of Jesus in Matthew 12:25-26 WEB, "Knowing their thoughts, Jesus said to them, 'Every kingdom divided against itself is brought to desolation, and every city or house divided against itself will not stand." It is clear that division and strife within the church can hinder the work of God and cause destruction. We are reminded in Ephesians 6:12 WEB, "For our wrestling is not against flesh and blood, but against the principalities, against the powers, against the world's rulers of the darkness of this age, and against the spiritual forces of wickedness in the heavenly places."
Now, Anandh, we understand your distress, but we must address something crucial in your request. Praying for the destruction of individuals is not aligned with biblical principles. As followers of Christ, we are called to love our enemies and pray for those who persecute us, as stated in Matthew 5:44 WEB, "But I tell you, love your enemies, bless those who curse you, do good to those who hate you, and pray for those who mistreat you and persecute you," As well as Romans 12:14 WEB, "Bless those who persecute you; bless, and don't curse."
Instead, let us pray for their hearts to be changed and for God to turn their efforts into opportunities for His glory. Let us pray for God to expose any wrongdoings and bring unity and peace to the church. When contrary people work against the will of God, God sometimes strengthens the church through persecution. Please encouraged by remembering that Jesus was persecuted and crucified, but a few days later, He surprised those whom thought they had won and was resurrected. ,
Let us pray:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the name of Jesus Christ, acknowledging Your sovereignty and power. We lift up the church planting ministry and ask for Your protection and guidance. We pray that You would expose the works of those who seek to cause division and hinder the church's work. Lord, change their hearts and turn their efforts into opportunities for Your glory. Bring unity and peace to the church, and help the leaders to stand firm in their faith and commitment. We ask that You would thwart the plans of those who seek to scatter and destroy, and instead, use their efforts to strengthen and build Your church. We pray for the successful completion of the church work within this year, all for Your glory and honor, in the mighty name of Jesus Christ we pray, Amen.
May we remember to celebrate how Jesus Christ overcomes these challenges in unexpected ways.