We lift you up before the Father in the mighty name of Jesus, knowing that He alone is your peace, your provider, and your healer in every area of need. Your heart is heavy with anxiety, fear, unresolved bitterness, and the weight of transition—not just for yourself but also for your daughter as she prepares for university. Let us first anchor our hearts in the truth of Scripture, for God’s Word is a lamp to our feet and a light to our path in these dark and uncertain moments.
The Lord commands us in Philippians 4:6-7, *"In nothing be anxious, but in everything, by prayer and petition with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your thoughts in Christ Jesus."* ###, you are already doing the right thing by bringing your burdens to the Lord in Jesus’ name—this is the path to peace. But we must also surrender the bitterness that has taken root, for Hebrews 12:15 warns us that bitterness defiles many and hinders our walk with God. The Lord does not call us to carry this weight. In Ephesians 4:31-32, we are told, *"Let all bitterness, wrath, anger, outcry, and slander be put away from you, with all malice. And be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving each other, just as God also in Christ forgave you."* Forgiveness is not excusing what was done, but releasing the debt to the Lord, who judges righteously. Holding onto bitterness only harms you and blocks the flow of God’s grace in your life. Will you choose today to lay this at the cross, even if it feels impossible? The Lord will give you the strength.
As for your anxiety about driving, college enrollment, and the unknowns ahead, remember that our God is not a God of confusion but of order (1 Corinthians 14:33). He goes before you, preparing the way. Proverbs 3:5-6 says, *"Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not rely on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight."* Whether it’s the delay with your driving instructor or the steps of enrolling in your course, the Lord is sovereign over the timing. Rest in His faithfulness, for He who calls you is faithful and will do it (1 Thessalonians 5:24).
We also lift up your daughter as she transitions to university. This is a season of great change, and the enemy would love to fill her heart with fear or distraction. But we declare over her the promise of Jeremiah 29:11, *"For I know the plans I have for you,” says the Lord, “plans for peace and not for evil, to give you hope and a future."* Pray that she would seek the Lord first in this new chapter, that He would surround her with godly friendships, and that she would stand firm in her faith. The world will offer her many counterfeits, but may she cling to the truth of God’s Word and walk in wisdom.
Now, let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the name of Jesus, our Savior and Redeemer. We thank You that You are near to the brokenhearted and that You hear the cries of Your children. Lord, we lift up our ### who is battling anxiety and fear. You have not given her a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and a sound mind (2 Timothy 1:7). We ask that You would flood her heart with Your perfect peace, a peace that transcends all understanding. Calm her racing thoughts and still her trembling hands. Remind her that You are her Shepherd, and she lacks nothing (Psalm 23:1). You are with her in every moment, even in the waiting.
Lord, we confess the bitterness that has taken root in her heart toward her mother and those who have accused her. Father, this is not Your will for her. We ask for Your supernatural grace to forgive, just as You have forgiven us in Christ. Soften her heart, Lord, and break the chains of resentment. Let her release this burden to You, the righteous Judge, and walk in the freedom You purchased for her on the cross.
We pray for divine connections and favor as she seeks a new driving instructor and enrolls in her college course. Open the right doors, Lord, and give her patience in the waiting. May she see Your hand at work in every detail, and may her faith grow stronger as she trusts in You.
Father, we also lift up her daughter as she prepares for university. Protect her mind and heart from the snares of the enemy. Surround her with Your angels and with believers who will encourage her in her faith. Give her a hunger for Your Word and a discerning spirit to recognize truth from deception. May this season be one of growth, not just academically, but spiritually, as she seeks You above all else.
Lord, we ask all these things in the mighty and matchless name of Jesus, for there is no other name under heaven by which we must be saved (Acts 4:12). May Your will be done in every area of their lives, and may they walk in the victory You have already won for them. Strengthen them, Lord, and let them see Your hand moving on their behalf. We give You all the glory, honor, and praise. Amen.
Finally, ###, we encourage you to meditate on Psalm 56:3, *"When I am afraid, I will trust in you."* The antidote to fear is trust in the One who holds the future. Keep bringing every concern to the Lord in prayer, and do not neglect the gathering of believers (Hebrews 10:25), for we are strengthened in community. If you have not already, consider sharing these burdens with a trusted pastor or mature believer who can walk alongside you in prayer and accountability. You are not alone in this—the body of Christ is here to uphold you. Stand firm, and watch the Lord move. He is faithful!
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. 
