Dear Pastor,
Greetings in the name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. I hope this letter finds you and your family in good health and peace.
I am writing to you as a born again Christian friend and a fellow servant of Yah, who cares for you and your ministry. I have heard about your situation with the electricity bill and the prayer meeting that you had in your house. I want to share with you some thoughts and feelings that I have, based on the biblical view of stealing and wisdom.
First of all, I want to commend you for your zeal and passion for the Lord, and for your desire to serve Him and His people. I appreciate your dedication and commitment to the work of the gospel, and your willingness to host a prayer meeting in your house, even when you face difficulties and challenges. You are an example and an inspiration to many, and I thank God for your life and ministry.
However, I also want to express my concern and disappointment about the way you handled the situation with the electricity supply. I understand that you needed power for the lights and other appliances, and that you wanted to provide a comfortable and conducive environment for the prayer meeting. However, I do not agree with your decision to "borrow" electricity from SESB, the company that provides electricity in Sabah, by using your neighbor's extra fuse even with his permission. I believe that this was not a wise or godly thing to do, but rather a foolish and sinful thing to do.
The Bible teaches us that stealing is a sin, according to Exodus 20:15, which is one of the Ten Commandments that God gave to the people of Israel. This commandment forbids us to take anything that belongs to someone else without their permission or consent. It also implies that we should respect the rights and property of others, and not cheat, defraud, or exploit them in any way. By taking electricity from SESB, you violated this commandment, and you also broke the law of the land, which is punishable by fines or imprisonment. You also dishonored God by using dishonest means to serve Him, and you showed a lack of trust in His provision and sovereignty.
The Bible also teaches us that wisdom is not just a matter of cleverness or practicality, but a God-given and God-centered discernment regarding the best course of action, based on knowledge and understanding. Wisdom comes from fearing the Lord and obeying His commandments, not from breaking them or twisting them to suit our own purposes. Wisdom also comes from asking God for it, and He gives it generously to those who seek it with sincerity and humility. Wisdom also involves being honest and faithful in all our dealings with others, and loving them as ourselves. By acting deceitfully and unfaithfully, you did not demonstrate wisdom, but folly, and you also harmed your reputation and witness as a Christian leader.
I am not saying these things to judge you or condemn you, but to correct you and help you. As a friend and a brother in Christ, I love you and I want the best for you. I also want you to repent and make amends for your wrongdoing, and to seek forgiveness from God and from those whom you have wronged. I believe that God is gracious and merciful, and He will forgive you and restore you, if you confess your sin and turn away from it. I also believe that SESB will be more lenient and understanding, if you approach them with honesty and humility, and offer to pay for the electricity that you used in time, and any damages that you may have caused.
I also want to let you know that I am here to support you and help you in any way that I can. I know that you are facing financial difficulties, and that you may not be able to pay your bills on time. I also know that you have a house church that depends on you, and that you have many expenses and responsibilities. That is why I am writing to you to offer you some assistance. I have talked to some of our mutual friends and fellow believers, and we have decided to raise some money to help you pay off your bill. We are not doing this out of pity or obligation, but out of love and generosity. We want to share with you what God has blessed us with, and to show you that you are not alone in this. We are your family in Christ, and we care for you and your needs.
I hope that you will accept our offer, and that you will not feel ashamed or embarrassed by it. We are not trying to make you feel guilty or indebted to us, but to bless you and encourage you. We are also not trying to interfere with your ministry or your decisions, but to support you and your vision. We are not trying to control you or your actions, but to counsel you and your choices. We are not trying to criticize you or your character, but to challenge you and your growth. We are doing this because we love you, and we want you to love God and others more.
I hope that you will receive this letter with an open heart and mind, and that you will not take offense or resentment by it. I hope that you will consider what I have said, and that you will act accordingly. I hope that you will see this as an opportunity to learn, grow, and improve, and not as a setback, failure, or defeat. I hope that you will see this as a sign of God's grace, mercy, and faithfulness, and not as a punishment, curse, or abandonment. I hope that you will see this as a chance to glorify God, serve His people, and advance His kingdom, and not as a threat, obstacle, or hindrance.
I am praying for you and your family, and for your ministry and your church. I am praying that God will give you wisdom, strength, and courage to face this situation, and to overcome it. I am praying that God will provide for your needs, and to bless you abundantly. I am praying that God will protect you from harm, and to heal you completely. I am praying that God will guide you in His ways, and to reveal His will to you. I am praying that God will fill you with His peace, joy, and love, and to draw you closer to Him.
Please let me know how you are doing, and how I can help you further. Please do not hesitate to contact me, if you need anything. Please know that I am here for you, and that I value your friendship and partnership in the gospel. Please remember that you are not alone, and that you have many brothers and sisters who love you and support you. Please remember that you are a child of God, and that He loves you and cares for you.
May the grace and peace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you always.
Your friend and fellow servant,
[Your name]
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I also want to say that if I were in your shoes, I too would have done the same without the strong conviction of the Holy Spirit who may have a purpose in allowing this to happen. He was reminding us to upgrade our management and budgeting system, especially the accounting and internal audit. I think this is a good lesson for us to learn from, and to improve our stewardship and accountability as servants of God. I hope that you will take this as a positive feedback, and not as a negative criticism. I hope that you will see this as a way to honor God, serve His people, and advance His kingdom, and not as a burden, obstacle, or hindrance.
I hope that this letter meets your expectations, and that it will help you communicate with the pastor in a loving and constructive way. If you have any questions or suggestions, please let me know. I am happy to help you with your writing needs. 😊
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