Alaska Update / 2.10.26 / ###

[Justbecause5]

There is power in prayer (James 5:16)!

Thank you for praying for me.

In August 2022, my two young sons and I loved Alaska and moved to Texas. I had a new job. My wife and older daughter were going overseas to visit family.

After my sons and I left, my wife hired an attorney and went to court. Together, they convinced the judge that I had stolen the boys and taking them across state lines. I knew nothing about what was going on.

In the end of September 2022, my wife and a sister in Christ left Alaska and flew to Texas and stole my children. I have not seen them since. I have lived in perpetual depression and deep sadness since then.

I prayed fervently that God would take me back to Alaska. Finally, the open door appeared in late July 2024. I was offered a job teaching school and coaching basketball. So, on August 19, 2024, I flew first class from California to Alaska. God did that.

I was so convinced that God was moving me back to Alaska. Did I know, the next 18 months would be incredibly difficult and painful and almost deadly.

I have endured a lot. I lost two really good paying jobs, including my teaching job due to no fault of my own. Another job was promised me; however, over the weekend it was given to another. I’ve had a lot of disappointments.

In the midst of incredible trials and difficulties; I have seen the hand of God again and again. In nature, I saw the northern lights just the right time. I love moose, and I saw them frequently after requesting for them in prayer. I have seen the beauty of God, the hand of God, etc., etc.

Honestly, there are days when I can barely keep my head above water (Ps 130:1ff). The pain of my situation is sometimes overbearing. I often ask God for relief from the pain. It has amazes me how God will often give strength, which allows me to get up and function.

My back is against the wall. In my life, it seems that’s when God does his best work. Today, is February 10 and I must leave my apartment on March 5. I can stay here but it will cost me $1500.

I lost my laboratory manager position on June 16. I’ve tried fervently to get a job since then but nothing so, I’ve been doing gig work almost full-time. But then I started having car issues. So, I started renting a car. I rented a car from the week before Thanksgiving until last Friday. The prices were $28 a day but now they are over $100 a day. I can no longer afford to rent nor are there any cars available?

My faith is strong. That’s one thing that amazes me. I feel like my faith. Our belief are trusting. God is stronger now that it’s ever been before. I feel like God is all I got. I don’t have family anymore. I don’t have friends. One of my best friends turned his back on me and hasn’t talked to me in two years. It’s painful.

My love for God is greater now that it’s ever been. It’s so weird to say that considering all the hell that I’ve been through. I have literally walked in incredibly difficult times, but God has been there with me strengthen me in someway I suspect my inner man.

Right now, the only open door is for me to go back to Texas. It will be disheartening to do so because I really felt that God brought me to Alaska. I really do believe that and still do but the only open door right now is to go back to Texas. I’ve tried to get jobs here in Alaska and around the country but nothing. There are dozens of on dozens of companies that have my résumé somewhere in their files. I know it anytime God could cause the right person to happen to see my résumé and make that phone call.

I need prayers.

I love my wife. She has done some horrible things to me. I stand prepared to forgive her and love her like Christ love the church. I’m not a perfect man, but I’ve always been a forgiving man. I stand prepared to forgive her.

Obviously, I’m not so naïve as to think it would work unless she had a moment with God herself. I hope that she has had several moments where God humbled her and caused her to repent. I hope.

I can only imagine if my weeping was turned into joy. I can only imagine if my morning was turned into a dancing. I only hope I can only imagine seeing my children for the first time since September 2022 can I please open the door?

So please pray for me.

I am amazed that God has caused me to have the ability to start a small business. It’s very small at the present time, but with much work, I believe it could turn into something that could replace my gig work paycheck.

Thank you for your prayers

 

[Articles]

We hear your cry, brother, and we stand with you in the gap before the throne of grace, lifting your heavy heart to the Father who sees, knows, and cares deeply for you and your sons. The pain of separation from your children is a wound only God can fully heal, and the betrayal you’ve endured cuts deep. Yet we see your faith standing firm like a tree planted by streams of water, even when the winds howl and the floods rise. That is no small thing—it is the work of the Holy Spirit within you, and it testifies to the power of Christ in your life.

First, we must address the foundation of your faith. You speak of God’s hand and His provision, and we rejoice in that. But we must also remind you—and ourselves—that it is only through the name of Jesus Christ that we have access to the Father. There is no other name under heaven by which we must be saved (Acts 4:12). Jesus Himself said, *“I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me”* (John 14:6). Your faith must be anchored in Him alone, not just in His blessings or His hand at work, but in His finished work on the cross, His resurrection, and His lordship over your life. If you have not already, we encourage you to examine your heart and confirm that you have placed your trust fully in Christ for salvation, repenting of sin and surrendering to His will.

Now, regarding your marriage, we must speak truth in love. What your wife has done—deceiving the courts, taking your children, and cutting you off from them—is not only unjust but sinful. The Bible is clear: *“Do not lie to one another, seeing that you have put off the old man with his practices”* (Colossians 3:9). Yet even in this, we see your Christlike heart to forgive. That is commendable, and it reflects the grace of God in you. But forgiveness does not mean ignoring sin or enabling further harm. You can forgive your wife while still pursuing justice for your children and yourself. The Lord hates injustice, especially when it tears families apart: *“A false balance is an abomination to the Lord, but a just weight is his delight”* (Proverbs 11:1).

We must also address the reality of your situation. Your wife’s actions may have been influenced by deception, but we must rebuke any spirit of manipulation or control that has been at work. The enemy seeks to steal, kill, and destroy (John 10:10), and he has been at work in your family. But we declare that Jesus came to give life, and life abundantly. We stand against the schemes of the devil and pray that every lie spoken over you and your sons be broken in Jesus’ name.

Your love for your wife is admirable, but we must caution you against naivety. Reconciliation requires repentance—not just from you, but from her. *“If your brother sins against you, rebuke him; and if he repents, forgive him”* (Luke 17:3). You cannot force her to repent, but you can pray for her heart to be softened and for God to reveal the truth to her. Until then, you must seek wisdom and protection, both spiritually and legally.

We also lift up your children. The pain of not seeing them is a burden no father should bear, but we trust that God sees their hearts and yours. We pray that He would guard their minds and spirits, protecting them from any false narratives they may have been told. *“The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit”* (Psalm 34:18). We ask the Lord to open doors for you to see them, even if it begins with letters, calls, or supervised visits. We declare that the enemy’s plan to keep you apart will not stand.

Regarding your current struggles—financial strain, job loss, and the looming deadline to leave your apartment—we stand on God’s promises. He is Jehovah Jireh, your Provider. *“And my God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus”* (Philippians 4:19). We pray that He would open a door of provision for you, whether through a job, your small business, or an unexpected blessing. We rebuke the spirit of lack and declare that your needs will be met. We also pray for wisdom in your next steps. If returning to Texas is the only open door, we trust that God has a purpose in it, even if it’s not what you envisioned. *“For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways, declares the Lord”* (Isaiah 55:8).

Your small business is a glimmer of hope, and we pray that the Lord would bless the work of your hands. *“Commit your work to the Lord, and your plans will be established”* (Proverbs 16:3). May He give you favor with customers, creativity in your endeavors, and the perseverance to build something lasting.

Brother, we also want to speak to your loneliness. The loss of friends and family is a heavy cross to bear, but Jesus knows what it is to be abandoned. *“He was despised and rejected by men, a man of sorrows and acquainted with grief”* (Isaiah 53:3). Yet He is with you, and He will never leave you nor forsake you (Hebrews 13:5). We pray that God would bring godly community into your life—men who will stand with you, encourage you, and pray for you. You were not meant to walk this path alone.

Now, we lift you up in prayer:

Heavenly Father, we come before You with heavy hearts for our brother. Lord, You see the pain he carries—the loss of his children, the betrayal of his wife, the financial strain, and the loneliness. Yet we also see the faith You have placed in him, a faith that clings to You even in the darkest valleys. We thank You for sustaining him and for the ways You have shown Your hand in his life, even in small miracles like the northern lights and the moose he prayed to see.

Father, we ask that You would be his strength when he is weak. When the pain feels unbearable, remind him that You are near to the brokenhearted. We pray for his children, Lord. Protect their hearts and minds. Soften their mother’s heart to repentance and truth. If it is Your will, open a door for reconciliation, but if not, give our brother the grace to trust You with the outcome.

We pray for provision, Lord. You know his needs—financial, emotional, and spiritual. Open a door for a job, for favor in his small business, and for unexpected blessings. We declare that lack has no place in his life, for You are his Provider.

We rebuke the spirit of depression and despair that has tried to take root in him. Fill him with Your joy, which is his strength (Nehemiah 8:10). Renew his mind with Your truth and remind him that his identity is in Christ, not in his circumstances.

Lord, we ask for justice in the legal battles he faces. Expose any lies and bring truth to light. Give him wisdom as he navigates this season, and surround him with godly counsel.

Finally, Father, we pray for his faith to continue to grow. May he draw closer to You each day, finding his hope and strength in You alone. We trust that You are working all things together for his good (Romans 8:28), even when he cannot see it.

In the mighty name of Jesus, we pray. Amen.

Brother, we do not know the fullness of God’s plan for you, but we know that He is faithful. Keep your eyes on Him. Keep praying. Keep trusting. The same God who parted the Red Sea can make a way where there seems to be no way. He has not forgotten you, and He will not abandon you. Hold fast to His promises, and let your faith be a testimony to those around you.

You are not alone. We stand with you, and more importantly, Christ stands with you. Keep pressing into Him.

 

[hostadmin]

We're here for you, brother. We see the strength of your faith in the face of such trials, and we want to encourage you with these words:

"Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or discouraged, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go." - Joshua 1:9

We know that the pain of separation from your children and the betrayal you've experienced is immense. But remember, God is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit (Psalm 34:18). He sees you, He knows your pain, and He cares deeply for you.

We want to remind you of God's promises:

1. **Provision**: "And my God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus." - Philippians 4:19. Trust that God will meet your financial needs, even in the face of job loss and looming deadlines.

2. **Open doors**: "For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." - Jeremiah 29:11. God has a purpose in every open door, even if it's not the one you expected.

3. **Forgiveness**: "Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you." - Ephesians 4:32. While forgiveness doesn't mean ignoring sin, it does mean trusting God for justice and not taking it into your own hands.

4. **Reconciliation**: "If your enemy is hungry, feed him; if he is thirsty, give him something to drink. In doing this, you will heap burning coals on his head." - Romans 12:20. Pray for your wife's heart to be softened and for God to reveal the truth to her.

Brother, keep holding on to Jesus. He is your strength, your hope, and your refuge. And remember, you are not alone. We are praying for you, and God is with you every step of the way.

In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

 

[The Encourager]

May God in Jesus' name answer your prayer request according to God's perfect love, wisdom, will, timing, grace, and mercy.

Psalm 37:4: Delight yourself in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart.
Matthew 6:33: But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.

Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name please bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. God bless me to prosper, walk in excellent health, and never stop growing in the love, grace, and knowledge of Christ Jesus. God bless me to know You in truth, fall in love with You with all my heart, mind, soul, body, and strength and never fall out of love with You. Bless me to have an ever growing closer stronger, more intimate relationship with You. Bless me with the love, desire, strength, and the spirit of obedience to always delight myself in You, seek first Your kingdom, Your righteousness, and to always respect and obey You. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, acknowledge You in all my ways, and lean not to my own understanding.

God heal me in every area of my life. Deliver and cleanse me of everything in my life that doesn't honor You. Transform and renew my mind. Bless me with love, power, and a sound mind. Let the mind that is in Christ Jesus be in me. Bless me to have and operate with a God solution focused heart, mind, spirit, and attitude. Bless me to have a God Kingdom Culture Mentality. God be with me as a mighty warrior. Let no weapon formed against me prosper. Protect me from all the plans of my enemies and the plans of the enemy of my soul. God, all that I have asked of You, in this prayer, please do the same for the writer of the prayer, all those who love and care about me, and all those I love and care about. God, please forever honor this prayer over each of our lives. God Thank You. Amen, so be it by faith, and by faith, it is so. Prayer written by The Encourager-Prayer Warrior-Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach. www.theencourager.net

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