God did not create us to be solitary islands. We are made for fellowship and relationship, relating to and communicating with each other. Many Bible verses speak about our neighbors, stating that as believers of Jesus Christ, we are to be an excellent example to them, doing good works so that they may see and glorify our Father in heaven (see Matthew 5:16). If you are looking for ways to bless your neighbors through prayer, you can pray in this manner:
Heavenly Father, thank You for giving me neighbors who are loving, peaceful, and kind. As you divinely placed me to be a neighbor to them, I thank You for empowering me to walk according to Your ways and Your truths, so that they may see Your goodness in me and glorify Your name in Christ Jesus. May You encounter them with Your love and find salvation, in the name of Jesus. Amen.
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You can pray privately in your room, or if the Holy Spirit leads you to, you may approach your neighbors and begin to share the Gospel and the love of God through Christ Jesus with them. Also, if you want to see heaven move on behalf of your neighbors, you can pray the Scriptures, which are the very will and very Words of God. Here is an example of a Scripture prayer based on John 10:10, Philippians 2:10, and Jeremiah 29:11:
Heavenly Father, thank You for blessing me with such a wonderful neighbor/s. Thank You for protecting and keeping our community safe from the works of the enemy. I know that at the name of Jesus, every knee shall bow in this neighborhood, and every tongue will confess that Jesus Christ is LORD. Your plans are great for my neighbors, and they have a bright future and hope in You through Christ, in Jesus’ name. Amen.
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How do you bless your neighbors?
Aside from praying for your neighbors, there are many other ways that you can bless them and let your light shine for all to see. When you wish to bless your neighbors, it all goes back to you, because of God’s law of sowing and reaping (see Galatians 6:8). Here are some ways that you can bless your neighbors:
1. You can give them one of your delicious home-cooked dishes.
Sharing food and introducing yourself can be a great way to build a good relationship with your neighbor/s. Food is a blessing to everyone, especially when it is given for free!
2. Say hello and greet them when they pass by.
Your smile and greeting can change the atmosphere, so don’t forget to smile and say hello to your neighbor when you pass by.
3. You can offer help in whatever way you can when one of your neighbors needs a hand.
Nothing can genuinely bless a person more than an offer of help in their time of need. In whatever way you can, offer help in whatever means is needed.
4. You can be present on their special days.
Your presence is a blessing, so when your neighbors invite you for an occasion, it can be a great way to get to know your neighbors and their families and build a wonderful relationship.
5. You can show love to their pets.
Neighbors who are like-minded when it comes to animals and pets are a good blessing. Don’t be shy about approaching and being friendly with your neighbor’s pet. It can bless them!
6. You can pray for a neighbor going through tough times.
Over time, as you build a connection with your neighbors, some of them may start opening up to you. This can be a good opportunity to share your thoughts about the goodness of God, and you may even offer them prayer, if the Holy Spirit leads you.
7. You can bake cookies, pies, or cakes.
Who doesn’t love baked goodies? A freshly baked cookie, pie, or cake surely blesses your neighbor.
8. You can send them greeting cards with flowers.
Sometimes, it can be good to surprise your neighbor with encouraging letters, along with flowers to show appreciation, love, and your presence for them.
9. Watch over their house when they are out.
When someone watches over your house and informs you of important matters when you return, don’t you feel blessed by that neighbor? You can be that neighbor and act as a great blessing to your community.
10. By showing concern, kindness, and generosity when your neighbors are in trouble.
Sometimes, things happen in the neighborhood and when people are concerned, say kind words to you, or show you generosity, you begin to feel less alone, knowing that you are in a safe place. Be that neighbor and be a great blessing.
These are only a few ways to bless your neighbors. Simply be your loving and caring self and be a vessel of the Father’s love. You will surely bless not just your neighbors, but people wherever you go.
Here are some Bible verses that may give you wisdom on how to be a blessing to your neighbor as a Christian:
- Ephesians 5:15-17
See then that ye walk circumspectly, not as fools, but as wise, redeeming the time, because the days are evil. Wherefore be ye not unwise, but understanding what the will of the Lord is.
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- Matthew 5:16
Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.
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- Galatians 5:22-23
But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, meekness, temperance: against such, there is no law.
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- Romans 13:10
Love worketh no ill to his neighbor: therefore love is the fulfilling of the law.
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- Romans 8:14
For as many as are led by the Spirit of God, they are the sons of God.
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How do you bless a person?
Blessing someone is not that complicated. Sometimes, your presence alone is enough of a blessing to someone who may be going through tough times. A listening ear and a lending hand are also ways you can become a blessing to a person. By putting yourself in other people’s shoes, you can begin to walk as a blessing and act in the way you also want to be treated.
In the Bible, there are many stories that can teach you how to bless a person. In the story of Naomi and Ruth, you can read that loyalty blesses a person. When Naomi had none left, since all her sons died, her daughter-in-law Ruth stayed with her and went with her wherever she went. Ruth’s loyalty blessed Naomi, and God rewarded her by giving her the man of her dreams, Boaz. A couple named Priscilla and Aquila in the Book of Acts was also a great blessing to the Body of Christ. They made themselves and their resources available, just to be a blessing to God’s people. Jesus Christ is the greatest blessing that God has given us. His life of sacrifice and unconditional love paved the way for our redemption, salvation, restoration, and eternal life.
To bless someone is to give something precious of yourself – time, money, efforts, ideas, resources, and more. If you want to bless a person, you start by giving. You can give time to listen to someone’s problems. You can make an effort by cooking or baking delicious food for a friend or a neighbor; or you can sacrifice a little bit of money to help someone in need. You can share your ideas and be vocal about them in community event meetings, and so much more!
What is the Holy Spirit putting in your heart? Blessing a person means being obedient to the will of God, because when you obey His perfect will, many lives can be changed and transformed.