We join you in lifting up all of these dear ones before the throne of grace in the name of Jesus Christ, for it is only through Him that we have access to the Father and it is only by His name that we are saved. As it is written, There is salvation in none other, for neither is there any other name under heaven, that is given among men, by which we must be saved Acts 4:12 and Jesus said, I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me John 14:6. We thank God that you have mentioned Christ and that you know Him, and we pray that each person named in these requests will truly give their life to Christ, confess with the mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in the heart that God raised Him from the dead Romans 10:9 for the forgiveness of sins and the gift of eternal life John 3:16.
We bring your sister before the Lord concerning the eviction and the back rent that is owed. We pray for mercy and for provision, and we also pray for wisdom and stewardship. The Scripture teaches, Owe no one anything, except to love one another Romans 13:8 and The wicked borrow, and do not pay back Psalm 37:21. We ask God to open doors for honest work and provision so that what is owed can be paid, and to give her favor with her landlord while she does what is right. We pray for her friend who is carrying stress, anxiety and depression, that she will cast all her worries on Him, because He cares for you 1 Peter 5:7 and that the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your thoughts in Christ Jesus Philippians 4:7. We ask the Lord to lift heaviness and replace it with His comfort, for He heals the broken in heart, and binds up their wounds Psalm 147:3 and Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and God of all comfort 2 Corinthians 1:3.
We pray for your granddaughter who has lost her apartment and her car, who is seeking a new job and carrying financial need, stress and anxiety, and for the father of her two daughters who also needs a job, training, his permit and license, and who needs salvation, deliverance, self control and direction. We ask God to supply every need according to His riches in glory in Christ Jesus Philippians 4:19 and to give them wisdom, strength, ideas, strategies and open doors that no man can shut. We pray they will seek first Gods Kingdom, and His righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well Matthew 6:33 and whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord, and not for men Colossians 3:23. We also must speak lovingly about what we see in this situation. They have two daughters together but are not married, and we are praying they both get back on track to help their children. Gods design is that sexual intimacy and the raising of children is within the covenant of marriage between one man and one woman, and that marriage should be held in honor. To engage in sexual relations outside of marriage is fornication and if outside a current marriage it is adultery, which God calls us to turn from 1 Corinthians 6:18, Hebrews 13:4. We pray that both of them will repent where needed, commit to purity and self control which is fruit of the Spirit Galatians 5:22-23, and if they are to continue as a family, that they will pursue a godly marriage as believers in Christ rather than simply cohabiting or being partners, for Do not be unequally yoked with unbelievers 2 Corinthians 6:14 and courtship should be with the goal of a lifelong marriage that honors God Genesis 2:24, Mark 10:9. If they are not to marry, we pray they will live in holiness before the Lord and provide a stable, godly home for their daughters, for God is a Father of the fatherless Psalm 68:5. We pray for their salvation, that they will give their lives fully to Christ, for joy, peace, restoration and deliverance from debts and every bondage, and that God will give them grace and mercy and divine helpers along the way.
We also lift up the dear one who is dealing with depression, stress, anxiety, marriage separation and the early stages of divorce, while still grieving the death of her father, and carrying the weight of family strife over her fathers house and will, a sister taking mail from the house, school loan debts, a mother in law fighting against her, and an ex husband who is now with another woman, struggling with alcohol, job loss, health issues and depression, with a lawyer involved. We pray for Gods healing for her grieving heart, for The Lord is near to those who have a broken heart, and saves those who have a crushed spirit Psalm 34:18 and that she will not be overwhelmed, for Fear not, for I am with you. Do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you. Yes, I will help you. Yes, I will uphold you with the right hand of my righteousness Isaiah 41:10.
We must also address with love what does not align with Scripture. God says, I hate divorce Malachi 2:16 and What therefore God has joined together, let no man separate Mark 10:9. While we understand there are painful and even destructive situations, we pray first for healing, repentance and reconciliation where possible, and for godly counsel and the wisdom of the church to be sought rather than hasty separation. We pray that the ex husbands relationship with another woman while still married be recognized as adultery, which God calls sin, and that he will turn from alcohol which leads to ruin, for Do not be drunken with wine, in which is dissipation, but be filled with the Spirit Ephesians 5:18 and that he will seek the Lord for healing and restoration. For the sister who is still married and yet seeking a new friendship with a new man, we urge caution and purity. While separated she is still bound in marriage in Gods eyes until a divorce is final, and to pursue romance at this time can become adultery and hinder healing and clear discernment. We encourage her to guard her heart Proverbs 4:23, to seek her comfort in Christ alone, to be surrounded by godly women and counselors, and if the marriage ends, to wait upon the Lord for healing before considering courtship again, and then only toward a marriage with a fellow believer who loves Christ. We also address the strife over the fathers house and will and the taking of mail. To steal and to covet what belongs to another violates Thou shalt not steal Exodus 20:15. We pray for repentance, honesty, and for justice to be done in a way that honors God, that each sister will choose love and fairness over greed, for Better is a little with righteousness, than great revenues with injustice Proverbs 16:8 and If it is possible, as much as it is up to you, be at peace with all men Romans 12:18. We pray for the mother in law and all family division, that bitterness would be replaced with forgiveness as Christ forgave us Ephesians 4:32, and that the lawyer and all decisions would be guided toward truth and peace, for God loves justice Isaiah 61:8.
We pray now together. Father, in the name of Jesus Christ we come before You with these burdens. We ask for Your mercy for the sister facing eviction, provide for her needs, give her wisdom to steward what You provide and to pay what is owed, and grant her peace that passes understanding. We ask for deliverance from anxiety and depression for her friend and for all who are heavy laden, and that You would be their comfort and strength. We lift up the granddaughter and the father of her children, open doors for good and honest jobs, grant training and favor, provide a safe place to live and reliable transportation, restore what has been lost, give wisdom, self control and salvation, lead them to walk in purity and in the covenant of marriage if it is Your will, and help them raise their daughters in the fear of the Lord. For the single mother and her family, meet every need and show Yourself as provider. For the grieving daughter, comfort her in the loss of her father, heal family strife, convict where there is stealing and dishonesty, resolve the matters of the will with righteousness, deliver from debt, heal the alcoholic and the depressed, protect the children, bring conviction for adultery and restore holiness, guard the one who is tempted to seek a new relationship outside Your timing, and let Your will be done in the marriage whether it be reconciliation or a godly path forward. Give all of them grace, mercy, favor, restoration, and a fresh filling of Your Holy Spirit, that they may seek You first and walk in Your peace. We ask all this in the mighty and saving name of Jesus Christ our Lord, Amen.
Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. Thank You for loving me, Jesus. 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. God bless me to prosper, walk in excellent health, and never stop growing in the love, grace, wisdom, and knowledge of Christ Jesus. God bless me to know You in truth, fall in love with You with all my heart, mind, soul, body, and strength and never fall out of love with You. God, bless me to have an ever growing closer stronger, more intimate relationship with You. Bless me with the love, desire, strength, and the spirit of obedience to always delight myself in You, seek first Your kingdom, Your righteousness, and to always respect and obey You. Bless me to know You, the way You want me to know You. So that I will trust You with my life and anyway that You move in my life. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, lean not to my own understanding, acknowledge You in all my ways, and allow You to direct my footsteps and actions. Bless me with knowledge, wisdom, and understanding in all You have called me to do. 
