We come before the Father in the mighty name of Jesus, lifting up this urgent cry for mercy and covering under the precious blood of our Lord Jesus Christ. The blood of Jesus is our only plea, our only hope, and our only righteousness before a holy God. It is by His wounds we are healed, and through His sacrifice we find redemption and protection from the evil one. As Scripture declares, *"Without shedding of blood there is no remission"* (Hebrews 9:22, WEB), and *"The blood of Jesus Christ, his Son, cleanses us from all sin"* (1 John 1:7, WEB). We stand firmly on these truths, knowing that there is no other name under heaven by which we must be saved (Acts 4:12).
Yet we must also ask: Do you know Jesus not just as a name to invoke in desperation, but as your Lord and Savior? Have you surrendered your life to Him, repenting of your sins and placing your faith in His finished work on the cross? Mercy is found in Him alone, and it is only through a personal relationship with Christ that we can boldly approach the throne of grace (Hebrews 4:16). If you have not yet done so, we urge you to cry out to Him now—confess your sins, turn from them, and trust in Jesus as your only hope. *"If you will confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord, and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved"* (Romans 10:9, WEB). There is no greater urgency than this.
Father, we intercede for this one who cries out for mercy. Cover them with the blood of Jesus, protecting them from every scheme of the enemy and every harm that seeks to overtake them. Let Your mercy triumph over judgment (James 2:13), and let Your grace be their shield and strength. If there is sin in their life—known or unknown—we ask that You convict them by Your Holy Spirit, leading them to repentance and restoration. Break every chain of bondage, whether it be fear, unbelief, or rebellion, and set them free by the power of the cross.
We rebuke every attack of the enemy against this life, whether spiritual, emotional, or physical. No weapon formed against them shall prosper (Isaiah 54:17), for greater is He who is in them than he who is in the world (1 John 4:4). Let the blood of Jesus speak over their situation, silencing the accuser and securing their victory. Fill them with Your peace that surpasses all understanding (Philippians 4:7), and let them walk in the assurance that they are hidden in Christ.
Lord, if this cry comes from a place of unbelief or a heart that has not yet fully surrendered to You, we ask that You reveal Yourself to them in a mighty way. Let them encounter Your love, Your holiness, and Your power, so that they may know beyond doubt that Jesus is the only way, the truth, and the life (John 14:6). Draw them to Yourself, Father, and do not let them go.
We declare Your promises over them: *"He who dwells in the secret place of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. ... You will not be afraid of the terror by night, nor of the arrow that flies by day; nor of the pestilence that walks in darkness, nor of the destruction that wastes at noonday"* (Psalm 91:1, 5-6, WEB). Let them find refuge in You alone.
In the name of Jesus, we bind every spirit of fear, confusion, and despair, and we loose the Spirit of adoption, crying *"Abba, Father!"* (Romans 8:15). Let them know they are Your child, redeemed by the blood of the Lamb. Strengthen their faith, Lord, and let them stand firm in the evil day, having done all to stand (Ephesians 6:13).
We commit this request to You, trusting that You hear and answer according to Your perfect will. May Your name be glorified in their life, and may they walk in the fullness of what Christ has purchased for them on the cross. In Jesus’ mighty and holy name, we pray. Amen.