Vessel of mercy or wrath Romans 9:18-24
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We understand your concern and the sincerity behind your request. You've referenced Romans 9:18-24, where the Apostle Paul discusses vessels of mercy and vessels of wrath. Let's consider these verses:
"So then, he has mercy on whomever he desires, and he hardens whomever he desires. You will say then to me, 'Why does he still find fault? For who withstands his will?' But indeed, O man, who are you to reply against God? Will the thing formed ask him who formed it, 'Why did you make me like this?' Or hasn't the potter a right over the clay, from the same lump, to make one part a vessel for honor, and another for dishonor? What if God, willing to show his wrath, and to make his power known, endured with much patience vessels of wrath prepared for destruction, and that he might make known the riches of his glory on vessels of mercy, which he prepared beforehand for glory, even us, whom he also called, not from the Jews only, but also from the Gentiles?" (Romans 9:18-24 WEB)
Firstly, we commend you for asking this question in Jesus' name, as it is only through Jesus Christ that we have access to God the Father. As it is written, "For there is one God, and one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus," (1 Timothy 2:5 WEB) We,are encouraged to come boldly before the throne of grace without fear because of Jesus.
In the context of Romans 9, Paul is explaining God's sovereignty in choosing those whom He will save and this passage can be difficult to understand without understanding the whole chapter or even the whole book.. It's important to note that God's desire is for all to be saved and come to the knowledge of the truth as recorded by 1 Timothy 2:3-4. ,
"For this is good and acceptable before God our Savior; who desires all people to be saved and come to full knowledge of the truth." (1 Timothy 2:3-4 WEB)
We reassure your fears by again looking at scripture. Ir is clear that God our Father does not wish that any should perish.
"The Lord is not slow concerning his promise, as some count slowness; but is patient with us, not wishing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance." (2 Peter 3:9 WEB)
Moreover, the Bible assures us that everyone who believes in Jesus Christ is a vessel of mercy. If we observe what is written, God prepared us for glory not wrath. So by putting our trust in Jesus Christ we can be confident.
In the passage in Romans Paul was discussing the election or rather predestination of God. Only God knows who these are and only he knows if you are one of His. We can not know if we a predestined however in the next chapter of Romans assures that you can be saved if you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead. So do that and put your trust in Jesus Christ and know that you will be saved. Because of these passages in scripture we can have confidence in our salvation. God doesn't want us to be in doubt or fear concerning our salvation. By putting your trust in Jesus Christ you can be confident that you are not a vessel of wrath.
However, if you are still wondering, consider this. A vessel of wrath is one who suppresses the truth and rejects God as it is discussed in Romans 1:18-20. Also if we are a vessel of wrath we will not be asking ourselves this question or even be concerned with God's mercy. Those who are a vessel of wrath do whatever they want as we are told in Ephesians 2:3 .. Also be assured this question and faith is a fruits of God's grace in your life. Instead of fearing your eternal fate you are concerned. This would not be the case of a vessel of wrath. So trust in Jesus Christ and in God the Father and put your faith in His Son Jesus Christ.
Furthermore being called a vessel does infer a metaphoric comparison not a literal one. God uses us in various ways as Paul explains in Romans 9. God prepares us for multiple good uses even in a single lifetime. So resist the urge to limit your understanding in a literal insufficient image. But instead endeavor to obey God's commands so that we may be useful and do good.
Let us pray for you:
Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before You in Jesus' name, lifting up our brother who is seeking Your mercy and reassurance. We thank You for Your word that reminds us of Your loving kindness and Your desire for all to be saved. We pray that You will fill our hearts with Your peace, and help us to place our trust in Your Son, Jesus Christ. We ask that You guide us and help us to live lives that are pleasing to You, knowing that You have prepared us for glory. Comfort our hearts, Lord, and help us to rest in Your love. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
Set your heart and mind on Jesus Christ fully trusting your life to Him. Follow the leading of the Holy Spirit daily as your way of life.
"So then, he has mercy on whomever he desires, and he hardens whomever he desires. You will say then to me, 'Why does he still find fault? For who withstands his will?' But indeed, O man, who are you to reply against God? Will the thing formed ask him who formed it, 'Why did you make me like this?' Or hasn't the potter a right over the clay, from the same lump, to make one part a vessel for honor, and another for dishonor? What if God, willing to show his wrath, and to make his power known, endured with much patience vessels of wrath prepared for destruction, and that he might make known the riches of his glory on vessels of mercy, which he prepared beforehand for glory, even us, whom he also called, not from the Jews only, but also from the Gentiles?" (Romans 9:18-24 WEB)
Firstly, we commend you for asking this question in Jesus' name, as it is only through Jesus Christ that we have access to God the Father. As it is written, "For there is one God, and one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus," (1 Timothy 2:5 WEB) We,are encouraged to come boldly before the throne of grace without fear because of Jesus.
In the context of Romans 9, Paul is explaining God's sovereignty in choosing those whom He will save and this passage can be difficult to understand without understanding the whole chapter or even the whole book.. It's important to note that God's desire is for all to be saved and come to the knowledge of the truth as recorded by 1 Timothy 2:3-4. ,
"For this is good and acceptable before God our Savior; who desires all people to be saved and come to full knowledge of the truth." (1 Timothy 2:3-4 WEB)
We reassure your fears by again looking at scripture. Ir is clear that God our Father does not wish that any should perish.
"The Lord is not slow concerning his promise, as some count slowness; but is patient with us, not wishing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance." (2 Peter 3:9 WEB)
Moreover, the Bible assures us that everyone who believes in Jesus Christ is a vessel of mercy. If we observe what is written, God prepared us for glory not wrath. So by putting our trust in Jesus Christ we can be confident.
In the passage in Romans Paul was discussing the election or rather predestination of God. Only God knows who these are and only he knows if you are one of His. We can not know if we a predestined however in the next chapter of Romans assures that you can be saved if you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead. So do that and put your trust in Jesus Christ and know that you will be saved. Because of these passages in scripture we can have confidence in our salvation. God doesn't want us to be in doubt or fear concerning our salvation. By putting your trust in Jesus Christ you can be confident that you are not a vessel of wrath.
However, if you are still wondering, consider this. A vessel of wrath is one who suppresses the truth and rejects God as it is discussed in Romans 1:18-20. Also if we are a vessel of wrath we will not be asking ourselves this question or even be concerned with God's mercy. Those who are a vessel of wrath do whatever they want as we are told in Ephesians 2:3 .. Also be assured this question and faith is a fruits of God's grace in your life. Instead of fearing your eternal fate you are concerned. This would not be the case of a vessel of wrath. So trust in Jesus Christ and in God the Father and put your faith in His Son Jesus Christ.
Furthermore being called a vessel does infer a metaphoric comparison not a literal one. God uses us in various ways as Paul explains in Romans 9. God prepares us for multiple good uses even in a single lifetime. So resist the urge to limit your understanding in a literal insufficient image. But instead endeavor to obey God's commands so that we may be useful and do good.
Let us pray for you:
Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before You in Jesus' name, lifting up our brother who is seeking Your mercy and reassurance. We thank You for Your word that reminds us of Your loving kindness and Your desire for all to be saved. We pray that You will fill our hearts with Your peace, and help us to place our trust in Your Son, Jesus Christ. We ask that You guide us and help us to live lives that are pleasing to You, knowing that You have prepared us for glory. Comfort our hearts, Lord, and help us to rest in Your love. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
Set your heart and mind on Jesus Christ fully trusting your life to Him. Follow the leading of the Holy Spirit daily as your way of life.
Dear friend, we hear your heart's cry and we're here with you. You're asking if you're a vessel of mercy or wrath, and that's a heavy burden to bear. Let's turn to God's Word together.
Firstly, remember that God desires all people to be saved and come to the knowledge of the truth (1 Timothy 2:3-4). He's not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance (2 Peter 3:9). This means He wants you to be saved, and that's a powerful starting point.
Now, about being a vessel of mercy or wrath. In Romans 9:18-24, Paul talks about God's sovereignty in choosing who will be saved. It can be tough to understand, but let's focus on this: God has prepared us for glory, not for wrath (verse 23). So, if you put your trust in Jesus Christ, you can be confident that you're a vessel of mercy.
You might wonder, "But how can I know for sure?" Here's what we know: A vessel of wrath suppresses the truth and rejects God (Romans 1:18-20). They do whatever they want, living in sin (Ephesians 2:3). But you're asking these questions, you're seeking God's mercy, and that's not the behavior of a vessel of wrath. Instead, it's a fruit of God's grace in your life.
So, dear friend, trust in Jesus Christ. Put your faith in Him and know that you're saved. God doesn't want us to live in doubt or fear about our salvation. He wants us to live in peace, knowing that we're His children (Romans 5:1-2).
Let's pray together:
"Dear Heavenly Father, we thank You for Your love and mercy. We thank You that You desire all to be saved. Help our friend to trust in Jesus Christ, to know that they are a vessel of mercy. Fill their heart with Your peace, and guide them to live a life pleasing to You. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."
Firstly, remember that God desires all people to be saved and come to the knowledge of the truth (1 Timothy 2:3-4). He's not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance (2 Peter 3:9). This means He wants you to be saved, and that's a powerful starting point.
Now, about being a vessel of mercy or wrath. In Romans 9:18-24, Paul talks about God's sovereignty in choosing who will be saved. It can be tough to understand, but let's focus on this: God has prepared us for glory, not for wrath (verse 23). So, if you put your trust in Jesus Christ, you can be confident that you're a vessel of mercy.
You might wonder, "But how can I know for sure?" Here's what we know: A vessel of wrath suppresses the truth and rejects God (Romans 1:18-20). They do whatever they want, living in sin (Ephesians 2:3). But you're asking these questions, you're seeking God's mercy, and that's not the behavior of a vessel of wrath. Instead, it's a fruit of God's grace in your life.
So, dear friend, trust in Jesus Christ. Put your faith in Him and know that you're saved. God doesn't want us to live in doubt or fear about our salvation. He wants us to live in peace, knowing that we're His children (Romans 5:1-2).
Let's pray together:
"Dear Heavenly Father, we thank You for Your love and mercy. We thank You that You desire all to be saved. Help our friend to trust in Jesus Christ, to know that they are a vessel of mercy. Fill their heart with Your peace, and guide them to live a life pleasing to You. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."
Cinu
Beloved of All
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)
Pray that the Lord may open the eyes of the nations affected by coronavirus (Specifically forces against God’s people)
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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)
Pray that the Lord may open the eyes of the nations affected by coronavirus (Specifically forces against God’s people)
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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 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.
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.
We continue to intercede for you, dear brother or sister, as you seek God's will regarding Romans 9:18-24. We are honored that you have allowed us to stand in agreement with you in prayer. If God has already revealed your answer for you through Romans, please share your testimony so we may praise Him together. However, if God hasn't revealed the truth to you, then please let us continue to stand in the gap for you, so please don't hesitate to share your updated request so we can continue our prayers for you in Jesus Name. Please remember, as children of God, He wants the best for us and hear the cries of our hearts. We must be still, as He will reveal all truths in Jesus Name.
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declare complete healing in my legin Jesus name.let the bone be strengthened in Jesus name.I may walk perfectly with strength in Jesus name.let any fear and anxiety be removed in Jesus name.what I lost because of surgery that my strength be renewed in Jesus name.Lot of hairfall because of antibiotics be gained in double portion in Jesus name.i declare and decree complete healing, health and restoration in Jesus name.Those who continually praying for me wil be blessed abundantly beyond expectations in Jesus name Amen -
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