Alaska Update / Friday Update

[Justbecause5]

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

If you have prayed for me, thank you!

It’s hard to believe it’s Friday. I’ve lost track of time. I’m so exhausted!

Background:

Three years ago, my family and I were living and working in Alaska. My job was complete and I made preparations for our move back to Texas. I secured a job. My two sons and I went to Texas to set up our new home.

My wife and daughter are going overseas to visit family. However, after the boys and I left, my wife went to court. With the help of an attorney, she made it seem like I stole the boys which I did not. So, the judge gave her permission to go to Texas and get them. She and a sister in Christ went and got them. It was one of the saddest days of my life.

I pleaded with God for reconciliation. I bet I have prayed 1 million times. So far, nothing has happened. I’ve prayed so much. I’m exhausted from praying.

I’ve prayed in every place you could possibly imagine: in the air, hotel rooms and showers, hot tubs to coastlines next to the ocean, patios and porches, while driving, while being driven, on the mountains, observing the sunset and sunrise and walking across the Golden Gate Bridge, etc. I have prayed in so many different places, pleading with God.

Finally, on August 19, 2024, God answered my prayer and took me back to Alaska. I was so convinced that God was going to reconcile my marriage & my family. I had no place to live in no car to drive and I moved back. I was so confident that God was about to open the door. I was walking by faith and not by sight (2 Cor 5:7).

I have now been back in Alaska for over one year. Over last year, I have endured so many difficulties and so many trials. I believe God loves me, but I can see how a person could argue against the love of God when one of his servants has gone through so many terrible things.

If I had a child and I could stop some of the pain that he was going through, I would definitely do it without hesitation. God, I am your child and I’m in the midst of great despair please God help me.

Over the last year, I lived in the shelter for 4.5 months. I then lived in a nice apartment for 4.5 months and then lived in the back of my van for 28 nights. Then lived in this basement for 4.5 months. I’m now being asked to leave the basement on November 1. I have no place to go. I guess it’s back to the shelter or back to Texas.

Jobs: I was so convinced God brought me back to Alaska because he gave me a job here. I was to teach school and coach basketball. So, I did. However, on November 20, 2024, I lost my job due to no fault of my own. It was painful. Even so, I was confident that God was working.

In May, 2025, received a job as a manager at a laboratory. I was so convinced God was working in my life and gave me that job. Little did I know, 3.5 weeks later I’d be out of a job due to no fault of my own. I have been unemployed since then.

I’ve been looking so hard for a job but to no avail. I’ve done every interview that I have been offered. I have went to every interview or did any zoom call that was required of me. I was trying to move anywhere in the country or even in the world, but nothing so far

Even mundane type jobs I haven’t gotten. Up interview for every kind of job you can imagine from cleaning houses to working on cars, etc. Nothing!!

So now, I need to move out of this basement apartment and what am I supposed to do? I do not know. It’s like a week away and I’m laying here in bed at 4:54 AM trying to figure out what to do.

So when I first got back to Alaska, I started working in the gig economy. A little did I know, that the gig economy was going to keep my head above water then and now. I have worked in often on over the last year. If it wasn’t for the economy, I would be in bad shape right now.

Course now, I’m having car problems. I keep pleading with God, God if I lose my vehicle, I have no way to make a living. God, please help me.

I know that God could take away my problems in a second notice. I know that. I believe that I have been praying firmly for God to move the mountains in my life. But as far as I can see - nothing. I am so exhausted.

I believe in open doors. I’ve seen the hand of God. God opens up a door and everything else is shut. In fact there’s only one way to go One Direction. I’ve seen that many times in my life. I am waiting for the open door as I lay here in bed and contemplate this prayer And the next few days and weeks.

I’ve tried so hard to leave Alaska. It seems God wants me to stay right here because every effort I’ve made to leave Alaska has failed miserably. I’ve had opportunities out of the state that seemed promising and probable, and then suddenly failed.

If you have followed my story and pray for me, I’m so grateful. I just want you to know that I’m in pain and I need strength to keep going.

Yes, I believe in God with all my heart. Yes, I believe in Jesus Christ and the power in his name. Yes, I am a child of God. I am a child of the king. I know that and I’m confident that God knows my struggles and trials (Ps 139).

Please pray for me.

It’s so weird to think that if my wife were to call me or text me and apologize and repent, so many of my problems would be over instantly

I would have a place to live. I would have another car to help do the gig economy. I would have the strength of a spouse. Missing my children so deeply would be gone.

People say God keep your tears in a bottle. OK, great that’s great. It’s a visual queue to the awareness of God. God must have a whole store full of my tears on different shelves. God, I plea with you with them every ounce of being help me wrap your loving arms around me.

Please pray:

I need strength!

Marital and family reconciliation

I need a good stable job.

I need a good comfortable place to live.

I need my car repaired.


God, you are the Shepherd and I trust you. I trust you’re leading me and guiding me and if you show me clearly I will go.

I love the psalms. I have read them over 30 times in the last two years. They have been my God in my help and I love them so just thinking about them gives me strength.

Now, it is 5:03 AM and I need to get prepared to go work in the economy. Is it cold? Yes. Am I tired and would I rather lay in this bed another couple hours? Yes, I’m tempted. But I must get up and go work

If you have prayed for me, please know that I’m so grateful. I believe in prayer and so I appeal to you to pray I ask you to pray.

I’m so exhausted that I am perfectly OK if God decides to take me. I wish he would send Elijah’s chariot to come get me. I am so exhausted.

Thank you for praying for me!

 

[Articles]

We lift you up before the Father in the name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, knowing that He hears the cries of His children and collects every tear in His bottle (Psalm 56:8). Your pain is deep, brother, and we grieve with you over the brokenness of your marriage, the separation from your children, and the relentless struggles you’ve endured—homelessness, job loss, financial despair, and the crushing weight of exhaustion. Yet even in this valley, we declare with you that God is faithful, and His promises remain true. You have clung to Him in prayer, and we stand with you now, interceding for His mighty hand to move in your life.

First, we must address the weariness that threatens to overwhelm your faith. You’ve prayed fervently, as Scripture commands (1 Thessalonians 5:17), and though the answer has not yet come in the way you long for, we remind you that delay is not denial. God’s timing is perfect, even when His ways are beyond our understanding (Isaiah 55:8-9). The apostle Paul pleaded three times for the Lord to remove his thorn in the flesh, yet Christ’s response was, *"My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness"* (2 Corinthians 12:9). Brother, His grace *is* sufficient for you today. He has not abandoned you in this storm—He is refining you, strengthening you, and preparing you for what lies ahead. Do not lose heart (Galatians 6:9). The God who fed Elijah by the brook (1 Kings 17:4-6) and provided manna in the wilderness (Exodus 16:4) has not forgotten your needs. He sees your homelessness, your car troubles, your unemployment, and your aching heart. He is Jehovah-Jireh, the Lord who provides (Genesis 22:14), and He will make a way where there seems to be no way.

We also lift up your marriage, knowing that God hates divorce (Malachi 2:16) and delights in reconciliation. Your wife’s actions were grievous, and the pain of betrayal and separation is profound. Yet we pray for her heart to be softened, for the Holy Spirit to convict her of the wrong she has done, and for her to repent and return to the covenant she made before God. *"A man’s ways are before Yahweh’s eyes. He examines all his paths"* (Proverbs 5:21). We rebuke the spirit of division and deception that has torn your family apart, and we declare that no weapon formed against your marriage will prosper (Isaiah 54:17). We pray for your sons and daughter, that their hearts would be turned toward their father and that the enemy’s lies would be exposed. Claim the promise of Joel 2:25: *"I will restore to you the years that the swarming locust has eaten."* Trust that God can redeem what has been broken, even when it seems impossible.

As for your immediate needs—housing, employment, and your vehicle—we speak life over these areas. *"But seek first God’s Kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well"* (Matthew 6:33). You have sought the Lord diligently, and we believe He will open doors no man can shut (Revelation 3:8). We pray for divine connections, for favor in job interviews, and for supernatural provision for a place to live. We ask the Lord to repair your car or provide another means of transportation so you can continue to work and provide for yourself. Remember how God supplied a fish to pay Peter’s temple tax (Matthew 17:27)—He is creative in His provision! Do not be afraid to ask your brothers and sisters in Christ for help (James 2:15-16). Humility in seeking support is not weakness; it is trust in the body of Christ to be His hands and feet.

We must also address the weariness that has led you to say, *"I am so exhausted that I am perfectly OK if God decides to take me."* Brother, we understand the depth of your sorrow, but we gently rebuke this sentiment. Your life is precious to God, and He has a purpose for you in this season (Jeremiah 29:11). The enemy would love for you to give up, but we declare that you will *not* be overcome by despair. *"Why are you in despair, my soul? Why are you disturbed within me? Hope in God! For I shall still praise him for the saving help of his presence"* (Psalm 42:5). Cling to hope. The psalms you love are filled with laments *and* praises—David often cried out in anguish, yet he always returned to trusting in the Lord. Follow his example. Even in the darkness, worship. Even in the waiting, praise.

Lastly, we exhort you to guard your heart against bitterness. It would be easy to resent your wife, the legal system, or even God for allowing this suffering. But bitterness is a poison that will destroy you from within (Hebrews 12:15). Forgive, not because your wife deserves it, but because Christ has forgiven you (Colossians 3:13). Release the anger, the hurt, and the desire for vengeance into God’s hands. He is the righteous Judge (Romans 12:19), and He will vindicate you in His time.

Now, let us pray together:

Heavenly Father, we come before You on behalf of our brother, who is weary, broken, and in desperate need of Your touch. Lord, You see his tears, You hear his cries, and You know the depth of his pain. We ask You to wrap Your loving arms around him and fill him with Your peace that surpasses all understanding (Philippians 4:7). Strengthen him, Lord, when he feels he cannot take another step. Renew his hope when despair threatens to overwhelm him. Remind him that You are near to the brokenhearted and save those who are crushed in spirit (Psalm 34:18).

Father, we plead for reconciliation in his marriage. Soften his wife’s heart, Lord. Bring conviction where there is hardness, repentance where there is sin, and restoration where there is brokenness. Let her see the truth of what she has done and turn back to You and to her husband. Unite this family, Lord, for Your glory. Rebuild what has been torn down and heal the wounds that have been inflicted. We declare that no scheme of the enemy will prevail against Your plan for this marriage (Matthew 19:6).

Lord, we ask for Your provision in every practical need. Open doors for stable employment—jobs that will not only sustain him financially but also align with Your purpose for his life. Provide a safe and comfortable place for him to live, whether in Alaska or wherever You lead. Repair his vehicle or provide another means of transportation so he can continue to work and serve You faithfully. You are Jehovah-Jireh, and we trust You to supply all his needs according to Your riches in glory (Philippians 4:19).

Father, we also pray for his children. Comfort them in their confusion and pain. Draw them close to You and to their father. Let them know the truth of what has happened and protect their hearts from the enemy’s lies. Reunite this family, Lord, in Your perfect timing.

Finally, Lord, we ask for a fresh outpouring of Your Spirit upon our brother. Fill him with Your joy, Your peace, and Your strength. Remind him that his life is valuable to You and that You have a plan and a purpose for him (Jeremiah 29:11). Help him to forgive those who have wronged him and to release any bitterness or resentment. Let him experience Your love in a tangible way, even in this season of waiting.

We thank You, Father, for hearing our prayers. We trust in Your goodness, Your faithfulness, and Your power to move mountains. We declare that our brother will see Your hand at work in his life, and he will testify of Your goodness. In the mighty name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, we pray. Amen.

Brother, we urge you to keep pressing into the Lord, even when it feels like your prayers are hitting the ceiling. *"Let us not grow weary in doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we don’t give up"* (Galatians 6:9). Surround yourself with believers who can encourage you, pray with you, and support you practically. If you are not already part of a local church, we strongly encourage you to find one where you can be shepherded, discipled, and loved. You were not meant to walk this road alone.

We also encourage you to continue meditating on the psalms, but don’t stop there—dive into the Gospels and remind yourself of Jesus’ love for you. He left the glory of heaven to suffer for you, to bear your sins, and to rise again so that you might have eternal life. If He did that for you, will He not also provide for your daily needs (Romans 8:32)? Trust Him. Wait on Him. And know that we are standing with you in prayer, believing for your breakthrough.

*"The Lord is close to the brokenhearted. He saves those who are crushed in spirit."* (Psalm 34:18). He has not forgotten you. Keep fighting the good fight of faith (1 Timothy 6:12). Your story is not over.

 

[hostadmin]

Dear friend,

I hope this message finds you well, or at least not feeling as weary as you did when you first posted. I want to start by acknowledging your pain and the struggles you've been going through. It's okay to not be okay, and it's okay to feel overwhelmed. You're not alone in this, and I'm here to remind you that God sees you, hears you, and is with you.

Firstly, I want to encourage you to keep praying and keep trusting in God. I know it's hard, and it might feel like you're banging your head against a wall, but remember that God's timing is perfect, even when we don't understand it. The Israelites saw God's power in the Red Sea when He parted it, but they also saw it in the wilderness when He provided manna from heaven. Both were acts of God, but one was immediate, and the other took time. Trust that God is working in your life, even if you can't see it yet.

I want to share a verse with you that has been a comfort to me in times of waiting and uncertainty:

"For I am the Lord your God who takes hold of your right hand, who says to you, 'Do not fear; I will help you.'" - Isaiah 41:13

God is taking hold of your hand, and He's saying, "Do not fear." He's not telling you to ignore your feelings or act like everything is okay, but He's telling you that He's with you, and He will help you. He's not promising to take away the pain or the struggle, but He's promising to be with you in it.

I also want to encourage you to keep seeking God's face in this. David wrote in Psalm 30:7, "I lie down and wake up in the midst of troubles; yet I know that you, Lord, will sustain me." David knew that God would sustain him, not because his circumstances changed, but because he knew God.

Lastly, I want to remind you that God is a God of second chances. He's a God who can restore what has been broken and lost. He can heal your marriage, He can restore your family, and He can give you a future and a hope. Trust in His goodness and His love for you.

Please know that I'm praying for you, and I'm here if you need someone to talk to or pray with. You're not alone in this, and God is with you every step of the way.

In Christ's love,

[Your Name]

 

[Windwold]

Praying for you and your requests in Jesus' name, Amen

 

[The Encourager]

I prayed that God in Jesus' name will answer your prayer request according to God's perfect love, wisdom, will, timing, grace, and mercy. God Loves You. Thank You Jesus!!!

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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[usha rani]

Praying in Jesus Name.

 

[Naliogate]

Praying for this request in Jesus Name. Amen.