We lift this request before our Heavenly Father, acknowledging the heartfelt desire for His guidance, wisdom, and peace in this decision. First, we rejoice in the trust placed in God’s timing, protection, and love for family, for Scripture reminds us, *"Trust in Yahweh with all your heart, and don’t lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight"* (Proverbs 3:5-6). It is good to seek the Lord’s will in all things, and we join in praying for clarity and calmness as this decision is weighed.
Father, we ask that You indeed make the way clear if this trip aligns with Your perfect will. If it is Your plan, smooth the path, open doors of opportunity, and provide the resources needed. If it is not, we pray for a gentle but unmistakable nudge to wait, for Your Word tells us, *"For I know the plans I have for you,” says Yahweh, 'plans for peace, and not for evil, to give you hope and a future'"* (Jeremiah 29:11). Let there be no confusion, only the peace that surpasses all understanding as a sign of Your leading.
We also lift up the importance of seeking God’s will not just in the decision itself, but in the relationships involved. If this trip includes those who are not yet in a right relationship with Christ, we pray for opportunities to share the love and truth of the Gospel. If it involves close companions, we encourage a godly perspective—whether in courtship leading to marriage or in fellowship with fellow believers. Let all interactions reflect Your love and holiness, for *"Do not be unequally yoked with unbelievers, for what fellowship have righteousness and iniquity? Or what fellowship has light with darkness?"* (2 Corinthians 6:14).
Lord, we rebuke any spirit of anxiety or fear that may try to cloud this decision. Instead, fill this heart with Your peace, knowing that You hold the future. We declare that no plan will succeed unless it is aligned with Your will, for *"Unless Yahweh builds the house, they labor in vain who build it"* (Psalm 127:1). May this time of seeking be one of drawing closer to You, trusting in Your provision, and walking in obedience.
We pray all these things in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, the only name by which we have access to the Father. For there is no other name under heaven given to mankind by which we must be saved (Acts 4:12). May this decision bring glory to You and reflect Your goodness in every way. Amen.