We join you in lifting up these requests to our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, as it is in His name that we have access to God the Father. We are reminded in Acts 4:12, "There is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven that is given among men by which we must be saved." It is wonderful that you acknowledged the power of Jesus' name in your prayer.
Firstly, we pray for your loved one's employment. We remember Colossians 3:23-24, "Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord, and not for men, knowing that from the Lord you will receive the inheritance as your reward. You are serving the Lord Christ." We pray that God will open the right doors for a good job that will not only meet financial needs but also allow your loved one to serve and glorify Him.
We also pray for godly friendships. Proverbs 13:20 tells us, "He who walks with wise men will be wise, but the companion of fools will suffer harm." We ask God to surround your loved one with people who will encourage and build them up in their faith, helping them to stay away from harmful influences, including hard drugs.
Regarding the relationship, we pray for a softening of hearts and a deepening of love that is rooted in God's love. Ephesians 4:32 reminds us, "Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, as God in Christ forgave you." We pray that both of you will strive to love and serve each other as Christ loves the church.
However, we must address that the focus should be on finding a godly spouse rather than just a partner. If this relationship is not aimed at a God-honoring marriage, we strongly encourage you to reconsider the intentions and align them with biblical principles. Hebrews 13:4 states, "Let marriage be held in honor among all, and let the marriage bed be undefiled, for God will judge the sexually immoral and adulterous."
Lastly, we pray for your work situation. Colossians 3:17 says, "Whatever you do, in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him." We pray that God will give you the strength, wisdom, and grace to excel in your work, reflecting His love and glory in all you do.
Let us pray:
Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before You in the name of Jesus Christ, lifting up these requests. We ask for Your guidance and provision in employment, friendships, and relationships. Help each one to walk in Your ways, staying from harmful influences. Soften hearts and deepen love that is rooted in You. Help them to excel in their work, reflecting Your love and glory.
In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
AMEN
