Prayer for courage to accept Jesus

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Hello everyone,

I'm sort of in a limbo between being an Agnostic and a Christian, after having almost constantly looked into different religions for over a decade (I started young). I'm getting kind of exhausted at this point, and while I've learned a lot, I feel like I might've really found something different with Christianity.

I've been reading the Bible (I'm about 4/5 done) and authors like C.S. Lewis and G.K. Chesterton. I originally started so I could stand my ground when Christians tried to convert me, as well as make extra sure I wasn't writing off the truth by trying everything but Christianity. Now, to my great surprise, here I am, studying diligently, starting to go to church, etc. But while I think I can feel a sort of beckoning (it's weird but oftentimes it feels like a kind of warmth), I'm still scared to fully commit. I've prayed the sinner's prayer and variations of it several times and tried to mean it, but I don't think I'm really there yet...

So if you all could be so kind as to maybe pray (if it'd be appropriate) for God to soften my heart and help me find the courage to accept this truth, if that's what this is. I feel like I'm so close to home I can taste it.

Thank you so much in advance :sorry:
 

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I am not here to preach to you but i must say this.. The Father , The Son and the Holy Spirit love you no mater what you choose to do. The Christian faith is a hard path to walk for some but it only leads one direction and that is up if you try to follow as closely as you can.. Let me suggest some material for you to look at that was the deciding factor for me when i made the choice to fully commit a few weeks ago.. Please check out khouse.org and listen to the 66/40 radio archives and also check out Chuck Missler on youtube. This man is a powerful teacher and made me understand things in an entire new way. Remember this as well.. Satin and his minions do not want you in that book and they will stop at nothing to stop you from being in that book so be mindful of your thoughts and the words of others around you..

God Bless and have a safe Journey..
 
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that is almost my experience before I became a real Christian. Took me a long time to believe in god, after that I am still not sure if Jesus is the one, till one day a brother said if you feel it is good to you, just do it. So I started to go what a true Christian should do, following god's word, and I am much happer now. Will pray for you.
 
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Urrayo said:
I think I can feel a sort of beckoning (it's weird but oftentimes it feels like a kind of warmth), I'm still scared to fully commit. I've prayed the sinner's prayer and variations of it several times and tried to mean it, but I don't think I'm really there yet...

So if you all could be so kind as to maybe pray (if it'd be appropriate) for God to soften my heart and help me find the courage to accept this truth, if that's what this is. I feel like I'm so close to home I can taste it.
You mention something very significant, Urrayo... that you 'feel a beckoning'.
Salvation is a gift from God that is completely of Him. He begins the work
of salvation in us, and He sustains and completes it. We can trust Him for
this work because it is His will. When you have times of doubt, trust Jesus,
not your faith.

This is a short video of the simple gospel. At the end the man asks you to
pray... but I would add that it's believing Jesus to be who he claimed to be
that brings salvation. He claimed to be the promised Messiah... the only way
to God. Praying your eyes be completely opened to the love of God!
GOSPEL PLAIN AND SIMPLE - YouTube
 
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Here's a very clear, less-than-4-minute video that not only presents the Gospel, but demonstrates it as well. Youtube, Ralph Yankee Arnold Am I going to Heaven? (Wish I knew how to post the video, sorry).

To keep my story short, I was an atheist, was frightened by some involvement in the occult, read The Late Great Planet Earth and saw the prophecies that have already been fulfilled had to be inspired in the Bible by a perfect being that never made mistakes. (Christian evidences). At that point I John 3:16ed -- believed in (trusted in or relied upon) Christ to be my sinbearer, without any dependence on my good works. Faith alone in Christ alone (Ephesians 2:8-9). Received eternal life (can't lose it: Romans 6:23 with Romans 11:29, and John 10:28-29). Now I no longer fear evil, Satan, or death. May God bless you in your search.
" Whosoever calls on the name of the Lord shall be saved." (Romans 10:12-14) The name of the Lord is Jesus, from Joshua, Jehovah Yasha, God who saves, keeps, and delivers.

BTW, the first person I led to the Lord was a Satanist, who had been terrified of trusting Christ as his Savior, until he saw I was safe. After he trusted Christ as Savior, driving on the way home at night, he said it was the first time in years that he could look out the window and not be frightened at what he saw. Now he is truly safe.
 
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In the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.

Glory to thee, our God, glory to thee.

O heavenly King, O Comforter, the Spirit of truth, who art in all places and fillest all things; Treasury of good things and Giver of life: Come and dwell in us and cleanse us from every stain, and save our souls, O gracious Lord.

Holy God, Holy Mighty, Holy Immortal: have mercy on us. (Thrice)

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: now and ever and unto ages of ages. Amen.

All-holy Trinity, have mercy on us. Lord, cleanse us from our sins. Master, pardon our iniquities. Holy God, visit and heal our infirmities for thy Name's sake.

Lord, have mercy. (Thrice)

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: now and ever, and unto ages of ages. Amen.

Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy Name; thy kingdom come; thy will be done on earth, as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread; and forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil.

Through the prayers of our holy Fathers, Lord Jesus Christ our God, have mercy on us and save us. Amen.

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Hello everyone,

I'm sort of in a limbo between being an Agnostic and a Christian, after having almost constantly looked into different religions for over a decade (I started young). I'm getting kind of exhausted at this point, and while I've learned a lot, I feel like I might've really found something different with Christianity.

I've been reading the Bible (I'm about 4/5 done) and authors like C.S. Lewis and G.K. Chesterton. I originally started so I could stand my ground when Christians tried to convert me, as well as make extra sure I wasn't writing off the truth by trying everything but Christianity. Now, to my great surprise, here I am, studying diligently, starting to go to church, etc. But while I think I can feel a sort of beckoning (it's weird but oftentimes it feels like a kind of warmth), I'm still scared to fully commit. I've prayed the sinner's prayer and variations of it several times and tried to mean it, but I don't think I'm really there yet...

So if you all could be so kind as to maybe pray (if it'd be appropriate) for God to soften my heart and help me find the courage to accept this truth, if that's what this is. I feel like I'm so close to home I can taste it.

Thank you so much in advance :sorry:

Bless yer precious heart, praying (((hug)))
 
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Dear Heavenly Father, I have heard this person's request for help to address you in Jesus' name. You know this person better than I do, and you know what keeps him from accepting the truth you have for him. Please make sure he encounters the right information in the right sequence and at the right time that his chance of understanding is optimized, that if the truth is something he really does love, then he will accept what you want him to know. I pray in Jesus' name, because we know that Jesus truly is the way. Amen.
 
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Knowing Jesus and having a relationship with Him is the best. He is my best friend. I go to Him with all my problems. I cry out to Him when I trust no one else. He answers my prayers, but in His timing and according to His will. He has never let me down. I put my trust in Him totally. I know He loves me unconditionally and He love you the same way. Open your heart to Him. I prayed for you.
 
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wow... tears here. your testimony is beautiful, brother, for i do consider you my brother in Christ... you have asked Him to be Lord of your Life and He is speaking to you... you are His, brother. much love to you through Christ our Saviour.

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Hello everyone,

I'm sort of in a limbo between being an Agnostic and a Christian, after having almost constantly looked into different religions for over a decade (I started young). I'm getting kind of exhausted at this point, and while I've learned a lot, I feel like I might've really found something different with Christianity.

I've been reading the Bible (I'm about 4/5 done) and authors like C.S. Lewis and G.K. Chesterton. I originally started so I could stand my ground when Christians tried to convert me, as well as make extra sure I wasn't writing off the truth by trying everything but Christianity. Now, to my great surprise, here I am, studying diligently, starting to go to church, etc. But while I think I can feel a sort of beckoning (it's weird but oftentimes it feels like a kind of warmth), I'm still scared to fully commit. I've prayed the sinner's prayer and variations of it several times and tried to mean it, but I don't think I'm really there yet...

So if you all could be so kind as to maybe pray (if it'd be appropriate) for God to soften my heart and help me find the courage to accept this truth, if that's what this is. I feel like I'm so close to home I can taste it.

Thank you so much in advance :sorry:


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Heavenly Father

Lifting up your son in christ , open his heart Lord and his mind to completely accept you as you love him so much Lord your love is so amazing , so powerful he is almost there just needs a lil nudge needs guiding to know you are speaking to him Lord i ask this in Jesus name

Amen


will continue to keep praying Brother , He really is speaking to you , you are so close read Romans 8 verse 38-39 brilliant verse to show nothing can seperate us from the love of God

if you ever wish prayer in private or just wish to chat or have questions dont hesitate to pm me


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Hello everyone,

I'm sort of in a limbo between being an Agnostic and a Christian, after having almost constantly looked into different religions for over a decade (I started young). I'm getting kind of exhausted at this point, and while I've learned a lot, I feel like I might've really found something different with Christianity.

I've been reading the Bible (I'm about 4/5 done) and authors like C.S. Lewis and G.K. Chesterton. I originally started so I could stand my ground when Christians tried to convert me, as well as make extra sure I wasn't writing off the truth by trying everything but Christianity. Now, to my great surprise, here I am, studying diligently, starting to go to church, etc. But while I think I can feel a sort of beckoning (it's weird but oftentimes it feels like a kind of warmth), I'm still scared to fully commit. I've prayed the sinner's prayer and variations of it several times and tried to mean it, but I don't think I'm really there yet...

So if you all could be so kind as to maybe pray (if it'd be appropriate) for God to soften my heart and help me find the courage to accept this truth, if that's what this is. I feel like I'm so close to home I can taste it.

Thank you so much in advance :sorry:


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Father I pray blessings on this request and guidance for this gentlemanin Jesus name I pray.

Father I also pray in the name of Jesus for the proper spiritual light and energies to burn brightly in the hearts of all who reads this post and that they may carry these
energies to the church of their choice and out in the world to be a blessing to humanity!

 
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