Do You Suffer From the Following?

Answer the following questions honestly if any of these statements resonate with you:

Do you tear down what you believe is wrong in other people, churches, or ministries?
Do you struggle to accept correction, especially from those you view as less spiritual or mature than yourself?
Do you believe that you should only listen to God and not receive guidance or wisdom from other people?
Do you tend to focus more on the flaws and shortcomings of others or other churches, rather than their positive qualities?
Do you frequently feel weighed down by guilt, sensing that you can never live up to God’s standards?
Do you find yourself “keeping score” on your spiritual progress, comparing your spiritual life to others?
Do you feel it’s your responsibility to fix or correct everyone else’s spiritual issues?
Do others view your leadership style as bossy, overbearing, or intolerant of others’ weaknesses or failures?
Do you believe that you are closer to God than others, or that your ministry is more pleasing to Him than other ministries?
Do you take pride in your spiritual maturity or discipline, particularly in comparison to others?
Do you feel that you are on the “cutting edge” of what God is doing in the church today?
Is your prayer life more mechanical or routine, lacking passion or true connection with God?
Do you do things in ministry or in your spiritual life to be noticed by people rather than to please God?
Are you overly uncomfortable or repulsed by emotional expressions in worship or prayer?
Do you use emotions as a substitute for the genuine work of the Holy Spirit in your life?
Do you feel encouraged when your ministry looks better than others, or when you perform better spiritually than others?
Do you often reflect on past spiritual experiences with more excitement than what God is currently doing in your life?
Are you quick to be suspicious of new movements, churches, or spiritual expressions that you don’t understand?
Do you reject or criticize spiritual manifestations that don’t fit your understanding or expectations?
Do you tend to overreact to worldly or immature behavior in the church, becoming highly critical?
Do you struggle to commit to anything (a church, ministry, movement) unless you believe it is perfect or nearly perfect?
Do you tend to take pride in things other than Jesus and His work on the cross, such as your own achievements or spirituality?

What to Do If You Answered ‘Yes’ to Any of These?

If any of these questions struck a chord with you, your heart is longing for more:

It could be that your heart is longing for validation, for significance, for more, and good news: God has more for you!

This above describes blocks that currently hinder your true spiritual freedom and loving connection with God.

But there is good news:

Jesus longs to set you free from these burdens.

Through healing prayer ministry, you can break free from this bondage, experience God’s grace more deeply, and develop a healthier, more vibrant spiritual life.

You don’t have to walk this journey alone.

Healing is available through prayer, and God is ready to transform your mind and heart. If you are ready to receive His freedom and break free from this mindset, take the first step by seeking prayer and asking God to reveal His love, grace, and truth to you.

If this post has pushed buttons, please – draw near to your Good Shepherd. He has MORE for you. See Scriptures and Sample Prayer below…

Dig Deeper:

Ask Holy Spirit to teach you as you reflect on the following:

Pride:

Proverbs 16:18
Luke 18:9-14
James 4:6

Judging Others:

Matthew 7:1-5
Romans 2:1

Receiving Correction:

Proverbs 12:1
Proverbs 15:32
Hebrews 12:11

True Spiritual Maturity:

Philippians 2:3
1 Corinthians 3:1-3
Ephesians 4:13-15

Embracing Weakness and Vulnerability:

2 Corinthians 12:9-10
Isaiah 66:2

Rejecting a Legalistic or Religious Spirit:

Colossians 2:16-23
Galatians 5:1
Matthew 23:23-28

Relying on God’s Grace, Not Works:

Ephesians 2:8-9
Romans 3:20

Seeking Godly Counsel:

Proverbs 19:20
James 1:19-20

Love and Humility in Relationships:

1 Peter 5:5-6
Romans 12:3

True Freedom and Righteousness in Christ:

John 8:36
Romans 8:1
2 Corinthians 5:21

Sample Prayer of Surrender for Healing:

Heavenly Father,

I come before You with an open heart, acknowledging that I need Your grace and healing. Lord, if any of the attitudes or struggles from what I’ve read resonate with me—if I have judged others, clung to pride, or sought approval through works rather than Your love—I ask for Your forgiveness. I surrender these areas of my heart to You now.

I admit that I cannot fix myself or others through my own strength, and I renounce any tendency to rely on my righteousness or achievements. I lay down any critical spirit, self-righteousness, or inability to receive correction. I choose humility, and I desire to be led by Your Spirit in all things.

Jesus, You are my example of grace, love, and truth. Help me to walk in Your footsteps, with a heart full of compassion, patience, and understanding for others. Help me to see people as You see them. Teach me to trust in Your finished work on the cross, and not in my own efforts.

Lord, cleanse my heart of any religious spirit or legalism that may have taken root. I invite You, Holy Spirit, to work in me, transforming me from the inside out. Heal me where I have been wounded, and break off any unhealthy mindsets or beliefs. Fill me with Your love and truth, that I may live in the freedom You died to give me.

I surrender completely to You, trusting that You will continue to work in my life. I ask You to mold me into the person You’ve called me to be. May my heart and life reflect Your grace, Your love, and Your truth. Thank You, Lord, for Your mercy and for never giving up on me.

In Jesus’ mighty name,
Amen.

If this post has pushed buttons, please – draw near to your Good Shepherd. He has MORE for you.

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