Father, So for my family . . .
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We join you in lifting up your family before the Lord, and we are grateful that you have brought these requests in the name of Jesus, for it is only through Him that we have access to the Father. Your prayer reflects a heart that seeks holiness, protection, and faith—all of which are pleasing to God. Let us first affirm the importance of praying in Jesus’ name, for as Scripture declares, *"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!"* (Acts 4:12, WEB). It is through faith in Christ alone that we are reconciled to God, and we rejoice that you have anchored your prayer in this truth.
We praise God for your desire for clean hearts and steadfast spirits within your family. The psalmist cries out, *"Create in me a clean heart, O God. Renew a right spirit within me"* (Psalm 51:10, WEB), and this must be the continual prayer of every believer. A clean heart is one that is surrendered to God, repentant of sin, and filled with the Holy Spirit. We pray that each member of your family would daily seek the Lord in repentance and faith, allowing Him to purify their hearts and strengthen their spirits. May the Word of God dwell richly in your home, guiding your steps and shaping your thoughts. *"How can a young man keep his way pure? By living according to your word"* (Psalm 119:9, WEB). Let Scripture be the lamp unto your feet and the light unto your path, leading your family in righteousness.
You have also asked for protection, healing, and increased faith unto salvation. These are beautiful and necessary petitions. Protection is a promise for those who abide in Christ, for *"the one who dwells in the secret place of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty"* (Psalm 91:1, WEB). We pray that your family would find refuge under the wings of the Almighty, shielded from the schemes of the enemy. Healing, whether physical, emotional, or spiritual, is a work of God’s grace. We ask that He would touch every area of brokenness in your family, restoring health and wholeness according to His will. *"He heals the broken in heart, and binds up their wounds"* (Psalm 147:3, WEB). As for faith, we pray that it would grow mightily in each of you, rooted in the knowledge of Christ and His finished work on the cross. *"Faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of God"* (Romans 10:17, WEB). May your family be immersed in the truths of Scripture, so that your faith would be unshakable, even in the face of trials.
Now, regarding your request for a "relationship in Christ" with the person you mentioned, we must address this with both care and biblical clarity. The term "relationship" in today’s culture often carries connotations that are not aligned with Scripture, so we want to ensure that what you are seeking honors God in every way. If you are referring to a romantic relationship, we urge you to pursue this only within the bounds of biblical marriage—a lifelong covenant between one man and one woman, both committed to Christ. Courtship, if that is what you are engaging in, should be intentional, pure, and directed toward the goal of marriage. *"Marriage is honorable in all, and the bed is undefiled; but God will judge the sexually immoral and adulterers"* (Hebrews 13:4, WEB). Any physical or emotional intimacy outside of marriage is sin, and we strongly exhort you to flee from fornication, which grieves the Holy Spirit and harms your witness for Christ. *"Flee sexual immorality! ‘Every sin that a man does is outside the body,’ but he who commits sexual immorality sins against his own body. Or don’t you know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit who is in you, whom you have from God? You are not your own, for you were bought with a price. Therefore glorify God in your body and in your spirit, which are God’s"* (1 Corinthians 6:18-20, WEB).
If the person you are referring to is not a believer, we must lovingly but firmly warn you that Scripture is clear: *"Don’t be unequally yoked with unbelievers, for what fellowship have righteousness and iniquity? Or what communion has light with darkness?"* (2 Corinthians 6:14, WEB). A marriage or romantic relationship with someone who does not share your faith in Christ will lead to spiritual compromise, heartache, and a divided home. If this person is not a believer, we urge you to step back from any romantic pursuit and instead pray for their salvation. Your primary relationship must be with Christ, and any earthly relationship must draw you closer to Him, not away. If this person is a believer, then your courtship must be marked by purity, prayer, and a shared commitment to glorify God in all things. Seek wise counsel from mature believers, and do not rush into emotional or physical entanglements that could lead to sin.
Finally, you have asked for deliverance from evil. This is a critical request, for we know that *"our adversary the devil, walks around like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour"* (1 Peter 5:8, WEB). We pray that God would place a hedge of protection around you and your family, that He would expose and thwart every scheme of the enemy, and that He would fill you with discernment to recognize and resist temptation. Put on the whole armor of God daily—*"the belt of truth, the breastplate of righteousness, the shoes of the preparation of the Good News of peace, the shield of faith, the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God"* (Ephesians 6:14-17, WEB). Stand firm in the authority of Christ, for *"greater is he who is in you than he who is in the world"* (1 John 4:4, WEB).
Now, let us pray together over these matters:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, lifting up this dear brother and his family. Lord, we ask that You would create in them clean hearts and renew steadfast spirits within them. Wash them in the blood of the Lamb, and purify them from all unrighteousness. May they walk in holiness, set apart for Your glory. Father, we ask for Your divine protection over this family. Shield them from the attacks of the enemy, and let no weapon formed against them prosper. Heal every area of brokenness—physical, emotional, and spiritual—and restore them to fullness of life in You. Strengthen their faith, Lord, that they may stand firm in Your promises and walk in victory.
Regarding the desire for a relationship, Father, we ask for Your wisdom and discernment to guide every step. If this is a pursuit of marriage, let it be rooted in Your will and Your timing. Convict any hearts that are straying into sinful desires or compromises, and lead this brother into a courtship that honors You. If the person in question is not a believer, we pray for their salvation, that they may come to know Christ as Lord and Savior. Guard this brother’s heart from unequally yoked relationships, and grant him the strength to walk away from anything that does not align with Your Word.
We rebuke every scheme of the enemy against this family. Let no evil prevail, but let Your light shine brightly in their lives. Fill them with Your Spirit, and let them be a testimony of Your grace and power. We thank You, Father, for hearing our prayers, and we trust in Your faithfulness to answer according to Your perfect will. In the precious and mighty name of Jesus we pray, Amen.
Brother, we encourage you to remain steadfast in prayer, to seek godly counsel, and to immerse yourself in Scripture. Let the Lord be your first love, and trust Him to guide your steps in every area of your life. *"Delight yourself in Yahweh, and he will give you the desires of your heart. Commit your way to Yahweh. Trust also in him, and he will do this"* (Psalm 37:4-5, WEB). May God bless you and keep you as you walk in obedience to Him.
We praise God for your desire for clean hearts and steadfast spirits within your family. The psalmist cries out, *"Create in me a clean heart, O God. Renew a right spirit within me"* (Psalm 51:10, WEB), and this must be the continual prayer of every believer. A clean heart is one that is surrendered to God, repentant of sin, and filled with the Holy Spirit. We pray that each member of your family would daily seek the Lord in repentance and faith, allowing Him to purify their hearts and strengthen their spirits. May the Word of God dwell richly in your home, guiding your steps and shaping your thoughts. *"How can a young man keep his way pure? By living according to your word"* (Psalm 119:9, WEB). Let Scripture be the lamp unto your feet and the light unto your path, leading your family in righteousness.
You have also asked for protection, healing, and increased faith unto salvation. These are beautiful and necessary petitions. Protection is a promise for those who abide in Christ, for *"the one who dwells in the secret place of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty"* (Psalm 91:1, WEB). We pray that your family would find refuge under the wings of the Almighty, shielded from the schemes of the enemy. Healing, whether physical, emotional, or spiritual, is a work of God’s grace. We ask that He would touch every area of brokenness in your family, restoring health and wholeness according to His will. *"He heals the broken in heart, and binds up their wounds"* (Psalm 147:3, WEB). As for faith, we pray that it would grow mightily in each of you, rooted in the knowledge of Christ and His finished work on the cross. *"Faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of God"* (Romans 10:17, WEB). May your family be immersed in the truths of Scripture, so that your faith would be unshakable, even in the face of trials.
Now, regarding your request for a "relationship in Christ" with the person you mentioned, we must address this with both care and biblical clarity. The term "relationship" in today’s culture often carries connotations that are not aligned with Scripture, so we want to ensure that what you are seeking honors God in every way. If you are referring to a romantic relationship, we urge you to pursue this only within the bounds of biblical marriage—a lifelong covenant between one man and one woman, both committed to Christ. Courtship, if that is what you are engaging in, should be intentional, pure, and directed toward the goal of marriage. *"Marriage is honorable in all, and the bed is undefiled; but God will judge the sexually immoral and adulterers"* (Hebrews 13:4, WEB). Any physical or emotional intimacy outside of marriage is sin, and we strongly exhort you to flee from fornication, which grieves the Holy Spirit and harms your witness for Christ. *"Flee sexual immorality! ‘Every sin that a man does is outside the body,’ but he who commits sexual immorality sins against his own body. Or don’t you know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit who is in you, whom you have from God? You are not your own, for you were bought with a price. Therefore glorify God in your body and in your spirit, which are God’s"* (1 Corinthians 6:18-20, WEB).
If the person you are referring to is not a believer, we must lovingly but firmly warn you that Scripture is clear: *"Don’t be unequally yoked with unbelievers, for what fellowship have righteousness and iniquity? Or what communion has light with darkness?"* (2 Corinthians 6:14, WEB). A marriage or romantic relationship with someone who does not share your faith in Christ will lead to spiritual compromise, heartache, and a divided home. If this person is not a believer, we urge you to step back from any romantic pursuit and instead pray for their salvation. Your primary relationship must be with Christ, and any earthly relationship must draw you closer to Him, not away. If this person is a believer, then your courtship must be marked by purity, prayer, and a shared commitment to glorify God in all things. Seek wise counsel from mature believers, and do not rush into emotional or physical entanglements that could lead to sin.
Finally, you have asked for deliverance from evil. This is a critical request, for we know that *"our adversary the devil, walks around like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour"* (1 Peter 5:8, WEB). We pray that God would place a hedge of protection around you and your family, that He would expose and thwart every scheme of the enemy, and that He would fill you with discernment to recognize and resist temptation. Put on the whole armor of God daily—*"the belt of truth, the breastplate of righteousness, the shoes of the preparation of the Good News of peace, the shield of faith, the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God"* (Ephesians 6:14-17, WEB). Stand firm in the authority of Christ, for *"greater is he who is in you than he who is in the world"* (1 John 4:4, WEB).
Now, let us pray together over these matters:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, lifting up this dear brother and his family. Lord, we ask that You would create in them clean hearts and renew steadfast spirits within them. Wash them in the blood of the Lamb, and purify them from all unrighteousness. May they walk in holiness, set apart for Your glory. Father, we ask for Your divine protection over this family. Shield them from the attacks of the enemy, and let no weapon formed against them prosper. Heal every area of brokenness—physical, emotional, and spiritual—and restore them to fullness of life in You. Strengthen their faith, Lord, that they may stand firm in Your promises and walk in victory.
Regarding the desire for a relationship, Father, we ask for Your wisdom and discernment to guide every step. If this is a pursuit of marriage, let it be rooted in Your will and Your timing. Convict any hearts that are straying into sinful desires or compromises, and lead this brother into a courtship that honors You. If the person in question is not a believer, we pray for their salvation, that they may come to know Christ as Lord and Savior. Guard this brother’s heart from unequally yoked relationships, and grant him the strength to walk away from anything that does not align with Your Word.
We rebuke every scheme of the enemy against this family. Let no evil prevail, but let Your light shine brightly in their lives. Fill them with Your Spirit, and let them be a testimony of Your grace and power. We thank You, Father, for hearing our prayers, and we trust in Your faithfulness to answer according to Your perfect will. In the precious and mighty name of Jesus we pray, Amen.
Brother, we encourage you to remain steadfast in prayer, to seek godly counsel, and to immerse yourself in Scripture. Let the Lord be your first love, and trust Him to guide your steps in every area of your life. *"Delight yourself in Yahweh, and he will give you the desires of your heart. Commit your way to Yahweh. Trust also in him, and he will do this"* (Psalm 37:4-5, WEB). May God bless you and keep you as you walk in obedience to Him.
Father, we join you in praying for your family. We ask that You would grant them clean hearts and steadfast spirits. Help them to turn away from sin and draw closer to You. Protect them from evil and heal any brokenness in their lives. Increase their faith to salvation and guide them in their relationships, in Jesus' name. Amen.
Cinu
Beloved of All
Lord, we pray for this prayer and family for blessings healing and salvation. Heal and bless. May their lives be a praise and glory unto thee.
Come to the Lord's holy presence. Seek him with all your heart. Cling to his Word and meditate on it moment by moment by positive thoughts and joy in the heart (James 1:2-4), knowing that the Lord is good and to him be all the praise. Seek first God's kingdom and his righteousness (Matthew 6:33). Even though life may feel hard, the Lord's hand will be on you, and he will answer in his time. I am praying for you. Amen.
Some resources that might help.
Needs: - But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19(KJV)
Salvation: - So they said "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and you will be saved you and your household." Acts 16:31(NKJV)
Healing: - But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, And by His stripes we are healed. Isaiah 53:5(NKJV)
Fulfillment by the Holy Spirit: - Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts. Zechariah 4:6(KJV)
Persecutions: - But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you, Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you. Luke 6:27-28(KJV)
Help in Prayer
Dwelling and Thriving in God’s grace where everything happens for good (Romans 8:28)
Pray that the Lord may open the eyes of the nations affected by coronavirus (Specifically forces against God’s people)
sermons
Be a Prayer Warrior: “Praying for others”
Come to the Lord's holy presence. Seek him with all your heart. Cling to his Word and meditate on it moment by moment by positive thoughts and joy in the heart (James 1:2-4), knowing that the Lord is good and to him be all the praise. Seek first God's kingdom and his righteousness (Matthew 6:33). Even though life may feel hard, the Lord's hand will be on you, and he will answer in his time. I am praying for you. Amen.
Some resources that might help.
Needs: - But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19(KJV)
Salvation: - So they said "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and you will be saved you and your household." Acts 16:31(NKJV)
Healing: - But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, And by His stripes we are healed. Isaiah 53:5(NKJV)
Fulfillment by the Holy Spirit: - Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts. Zechariah 4:6(KJV)
Persecutions: - But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you, Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you. Luke 6:27-28(KJV)
Help in Prayer
Dwelling and Thriving in God’s grace where everything happens for good (Romans 8:28)
Pray that the Lord may open the eyes of the nations affected by coronavirus (Specifically forces against God’s people)
sermons
Be a Prayer Warrior: “Praying for others”
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Beloved of All
Praying in agreement with you, for you, your family, loved ones! Thank You Lord for these prayers according to Your Will, cover/bless them with Your Promises, Your Power, Strength, to overcome all obstacles, protection, deliverance from evil (Matthew 6:13, 2Thessalonians 3:2-3) all in Your timing giving all glory to You in Jesus Name Amen.
"Guard your heart above all else, for it determines the course of your life." (Proverbs 4:23)
"Guard your heart above all else, for it determines the course of your life." (Proverbs 4:23)
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Heavenly Father, for my family ~ clean hearts & steadfast spirits. Protect, Heal & increase our Faith to salvation. For a closer relationship with my loved ones in Christ. Holy Spirit, surround us. Deliver us from evil. Thank You ♡ for blessing and forgiving us, in Jesus name, Amen
Almighty God, for my family ~ clean hearts & steadfast spirits. Save, Protect and Heal us. For a closer relationship with my loved ones in Christ. Holy Spirit, help us. Deliver us from evil. Thank You, in Jesus name, Amen.
Almighty God, for my family ~ clean hearts & steadfast spirits. Save, Protect and Heal us. For a closer relationship with my loved ones in Christ. Holy Spirit, help us. Deliver us from evil. Thank You, in Jesus name, Amen.
