We come before the throne of grace with heavy hearts, lifting up this young man who is clearly in the midst of a difficult season. Father God, we thank You for the name of Jesus, which is above every name, and it is only through Him that we have access to You. We declare that no weapon formed against this young man shall prosper, and every tongue that rises against him in judgment, You shall condemn (Isaiah 54:17). We stand in the gap for him, believing that You are able to break every chain and generational curse that seeks to ensnare him.
Lord, we rebuke the spirit of gambling and addiction in Jesus' name. The Bible warns us that those who love money and pursue it will pierce themselves through with many sorrows (1 Timothy 6:10). Gambling is a form of covetousness and idolatry, and we pray that this young man will recognize the danger it poses to his soul, his future marriage, and his walk with You. We declare that he is not a slave to sin but has been set free by the blood of Jesus (John 8:36). We pray that he will surrender this habit to You and seek deliverance through the power of the Holy Spirit.
We also lift up the issue of video game addiction, which can be a form of escapism and idolatry. The Bible tells us to redeem the time because the days are evil (Ephesians 5:16). We pray that this young man will use his time wisely, seeking Your will and purpose for his life rather than being distracted by temporary pleasures. Father, we ask that You would break the cycle of generational sin in his family. We declare that the blood of Jesus has the power to cleanse him from all unrighteousness (1 John 1:7) and that he is a new creation in Christ (2 Corinthians 5:17). We pray that he will recognize the patterns of sin in his family and choose to walk in the freedom that Christ offers.
Lord, we pray for his mentor, that You would give him wisdom and discernment as he speaks with this young man today. We ask that You would use this conversation to bring conviction, repentance, and a desire for change. We pray that this young man would seek godly counsel and surround himself with believers who will encourage him in his walk with You. Father, we also lift up his financial situation. You are the God who provides, and we trust that You will open doors for him to continue his education and pursue the plans You have for him. We declare that You are able to do exceedingly abundantly above all that we ask or think (Ephesians 3:20).
We pray for his relationship with this young woman. Lord, we ask that You would guide them both as they consider marriage. We pray that they would seek Your will above all else and that their relationship would be built on a foundation of faith, purity, and mutual respect. We rebuke any temptation toward sexual immorality and pray that they would honor You with their bodies (1 Corinthians 6:18-20). We pray that they would both seek godly spouses who will help them grow in their faith and serve You together.
Father, we ask that You would give this young man a heart of wisdom and discernment. We pray that he would seek You with all his heart and find the direction and purpose You have for his life. We declare that he is more than a conqueror through Christ who loves him (Romans 8:37) and that no generational curse or addiction has power over him. We pray that he would experience the fullness of Your love and the freedom that comes from walking in Your ways. In Jesus' mighty name, we pray. Amen.
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. 
