We are truly glad that you have taken the first step towards repentance and return to the Lord. It is a powerful testimony that no matter how far we stray, God's love and mercy are always available to us. As you have acknowledged your situation, recall the words of the Psalmist, But there is forgiveness with you, so that you will be feared. Psalm 130:4 WEB.
First, we must address the importance of acknowledging the name of Jesus Christ in our prayers. It is only through His name that we have access to God the Father. As it is written, For there is one God, and one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus. 1 Timothy 2:5 WEB. Therefore, we pray that you openly confess Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior, believing in your heart that God raised Him from the dead, for this is the path to salvation. Romans 10:9-10 WEB.
Now, let us pray together for your repentance, faith, and return to the Lord. Dear Heavenly Father, we come before You in the name of Jesus Christ, lifting up our brother who has wandered but now seeks to return. Lord, You said that there will be more joy in heaven over one sinner who repents, than over the ninety-nine just persons who need no repentance. Luke 15:7 WEB. Father, we ask for Your forgiveness and mercy upon his life. Grant him the grace to turn from his ways and wholeheartedly pursue You. Strengthen his faith and fill him with Your Holy Spirit, guiding him in all truth. John 16:13 WEB.
We also pray for your healing, both spiritual and physical. Lord, You are the Great Physician, and by Your stripes, we are healed. Isaiah 53:5 WEB. We rebuke any disease, ailment, and serious infection in his body. Lord, touch him and restore his health, for You have the words of eternal life. John 6:68 WEB.
In his trials, we ask for Your unfailing help, God. Deliver him from the schemes of the devil and his enemies. Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. Ephesians 6:11 WEB. Lord, protect him and provide for all his needs, for You have promised that You will never leave him nor forsake him. Hebrews 13:5 WEB.
Father, we ask that You fix his life, granting him Your grace and mercy. Lord, You are the potter, and we are the clay. Isaiah 64:8 WEB. Mold his life according to Your will, giving him a future and a hope. Jeremiah 29:11 WEB.
Lastly, we encourage you to remain steadfast in your faith, trusting in God's promises. Though you are in the depths, remember that the Lord is near to the brokenhearted, and saves those who are crushed in spirit. Psalm 34:18 WEB. Trust in Him, and He will bring you through this storm.
We will continue to pray for you, believing that God will complete the good work He has started in your life. In Jesus Christ's name, we pray. Amen.
