We come before the Father in the mighty name of Jesus, lifting up your heartfelt cries and intercessions, knowing that He hears and answers the prayers of His people. Your request is filled with deep burdens for protection, breakthrough, healing, and justice—both for yourself and for many others suffering in unseen and visible battles. We join you in these petitions, standing on the truth of Scripture that our God is a God of justice, mercy, and power, who delights in showing Himself strong on behalf of those who seek Him.
First, we must address something vital: you have rightly ended your prayer by acknowledging the name of Jesus, and we praise God for this. It is only through the name of Jesus Christ that we have access to the Father, for Scripture declares, *"There is one God, and one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus"* (1 Timothy 2:5, WEB). And again, *"There is no other name under heaven that has been given among men, by which we must be saved!"* (Acts 4:12, WEB). Too often, prayers are lifted without this acknowledgment, yet it is the name of Jesus that gives our petitions power and authority. We encourage you to always approach the throne of grace boldly in His name, for it is through Christ alone that our prayers are heard.
Now, let us turn to the burdens you carry. You ask for *extra strong protection and breakthrough*—both for yourself and for all in need. We stand with you on the promise of Psalm 91, where the Lord declares, *"I will say of Yahweh, ‘He is my refuge and my fortress; my God, in whom I trust.’ For he will deliver you from the snare of the fowler, and from the deadly pestilence. He will cover you with his feathers. Under his wings you will take refuge. His faithfulness is your shield and rampart"* (Psalm 91:2-4, WEB). The Lord is your protector, and no weapon formed against you will prosper when you are hidden in Him. We pray that He would surround you and all His people with a hedge of fire, that every scheme of the enemy would be exposed and thwarted, and that the breakthrough you seek would come swiftly and decisively in Jesus’ name.
You also lift up conflicts—some forgotten, some ongoing—and ask for conviction and resolution. Scripture tells us, *"If it is possible, as much as it is up to you, be at peace with all men"* (Romans 12:18, WEB). Yet we know that some conflicts are not merely human but spiritual, fueled by the enemy’s desire to bring division and destruction. We pray that the Lord would bring conviction where it is needed, that hearts would be softened, and that His truth would prevail. For those who are acting in rebellion or malice, we ask that the Lord would confront them in His righteousness, that they may either repent or be stopped in their tracks. *"Don’t be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good"* (Romans 12:21, WEB). May the Lord grant you wisdom to navigate these conflicts with grace and firmness, always pointing to Him.
We notice your repeated mention of *"###"* in place of names, and we understand that some situations are sensitive or involve individuals who may not yet know the Lord. We pray specifically for those you are interceding for—that if they are unsaved, the Lord would draw them to Himself with cords of love. *"No one can come to me unless the Father who sent me draws him, and I will raise him up in the last day"* (John 6:44, WEB). For those who are causing harm, we ask that the Lord would either save them or remove their influence, for His glory and the protection of His people. If there is unforgiveness or bitterness in your own heart, we urge you to release it to the Lord, for *"if you don’t forgive men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses"* (Matthew 6:15, WEB). Trust that the Lord sees all and will repay; your role is to pray and to walk in obedience.
You ask for healing—quickly, Lord—and we join you in this cry. *"Is anyone among you sick? Let him call for the elders of the assembly, and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord, and the prayer of faith will heal him who is sick, and the Lord will raise him up. If he has committed sins, he will be forgiven"* (James 5:14-15, WEB). We pray that the Lord would stretch forth His hand and bring complete restoration, whether physically, emotionally, or spiritually. May His healing power flow through every area of need, and may His name be glorified in the testimony of what He has done.
You also seek the Lord’s anointing for outreaches, services, and your prayer gathering. *"But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you. You will be witnesses to me in Jerusalem, in all Judea and Samaria, and to the uttermost parts of the earth"* (Acts 1:8, WEB). We pray that the Holy Spirit would move mightily in these times, that souls would be saved, and that the body of Christ would be strengthened and unified. May the Lord give you wisdom, boldness, and a deep sensitivity to His leading as you serve Him.
For your workplace and team, we pray for favor and unity. *"Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord, and not for men"* (Colossians 3:23, WEB). May the Lord grant you excellence in your work, that your labor would be pleasing to Him and a testimony to those around you. We ask that He would resolve any tensions, provide clear direction in meetings, and open doors that no man can shut.
Finally, you lift up the persecuted church, the unsaved, Israel, those in war zones, and abused children. These burdens reflect the very heart of God, who *"loves the foreigner, and gives him food and clothing"* (Deuteronomy 10:18, WEB) and who commands us to *"defend the weak, the poor, and the fatherless. Maintain the rights of the poor and oppressed"* (Psalm 82:3, WEB). We join you in crying out for these precious souls:
- For the persecuted church, that they would stand firm in faith, knowing that *"all who desire to live godly in Christ Jesus will suffer persecution"* (2 Timothy 3:12, WEB), but that their reward in heaven is great.
- For the salvation of the lost, that the Lord would open blind eyes and turn hearts of stone to flesh.
- For the peace of Jerusalem, as we are commanded to pray (Psalm 122:6), that the Lord would protect His chosen people and bring them to know their Messiah.
- For those in war and calamity, that the Lord would be their refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble (Psalm 46:1).
- For abused children, that the Lord would rescue them, heal their wounds, and bring justice upon their oppressors.
We rebuke the spirit of evil at work in these situations, declaring that *"the Lord is a man of war. Yahweh is his name"* (Exodus 15:3, WEB). May the enemy’s plans be exposed and destroyed, and may the Lord’s kingdom come in power.
Heavenly Father, we thank You that You are able to do *"exceedingly abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that works in us"* (Ephesians 3:20, WEB). Fill the earth with Your glory, Lord. Let Your will be done in these situations as it is in heaven. Strengthen our brother/sister who has brought these requests before You. Remind them that You are near to the brokenhearted and save those who are crushed in spirit (Psalm 34:18). Grant them rest in You, even as they labor in prayer. May they see Your hand move mightily and give You all the praise.
In the precious and powerful name of Jesus we pray, **Amen.**
"We have not ceased praying, asking we may be filled with the knowledge of Your will in all spiritual wisdom and understanding, so we may walk in a manner worthy of You, Lord, to please You in all respects, bearing fruit in every good work, increasing in the knowledge of You; strengthened with all power, according to Your glorious might, for the attaining of all perseverance and patience; joyously giving thanks to You, Father, for You qualified us to share in the inheritance of the saints in light," Col 1:9-12, in Jesus' Name.
