We rejoice with you as you seek to walk in joy, faith and the mind of Christ today, and we stand with you in prayer for your own spirit and for your dear mother.
We thank God that you desire no fear, anxiety or depression but JOY, FAITH, OPTIMISM and POSITIVITY, and to have the mind of Christ. This is the will of God for you, for His Word says, For God didn’t give us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-control. 2 Timothy 1:7 and also, But we have the mind of Christ. 1 Corinthians 2:16. We agree with you that you will feel and look fantastic today, not merely by outward appearance but by the inner beauty and strength that comes from Christ dwelling in you. As it is written, Don’t let your beauty be that of the outward adorning but let it be the hidden person of the heart, in the incorruptible adornment of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is very precious in the sight of God. 1 Peter 3:3-4 and Man looks at the outward appearance, but Yahweh looks at the heart. 1 Samuel 16:7. When our hearts are renewed, our countenance reflects His joy. We encourage you to set your mind on what is good and true, for it says, Finally, brothers, whatever things are true, whatever things are honorable, whatever things are just, whatever things are pure, whatever things are lovely, whatever things are of good report; if there is any virtue, and if there is any praise, think about these things. Philippians 4:8. And, Don’t be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Romans 12:2. A cheerful heart makes good medicine. Proverbs 17:22.
We also lift up your precious mother to the Lord, knowing how heavy it is to watch a parent walk through early Alzheimer in its later phase, diabetes, depression, gastrointestinal issues, heart and blood pressure concerns, watery eyes, losing balance in walking, and fear and anxiety about her condition. We honor your love and care for her, for the Lord commands us to Honor your father and your mother. Exodus 20:12, and caring for her in this season is a beautiful offering to Him. We bring every one of these infirmities before our Great Physician, for He is the One who forgives all your sins; who heals all your diseases. Psalm 103:2-3 and who says, I am Yahweh who heals you. Exodus 15:26. We pray for her body, mind and spirit to be upheld by His mercy.
We pray together now.
Father, in the name of Jesus Christ we come before Your throne of grace together. We thank You for Your love and for the access we have through the blood of Jesus. We ask first for our dear one who has brought this request, fill them today with Your joy and faith. Let Your peace which surpasses all understanding guard their heart and thoughts in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:6-7. Remove all fear, anxiety and depression and replace it with optimism and positivity rooted in Your promises. Renew their mind and let them walk in the mind of Christ, thinking Your thoughts and seeing themselves as You see them, loved, redeemed, and made new. Let Your joy be their strength and let it shine on their face.
We lift up their beloved mother to You. Lord, You see every detail of her suffering, every struggle with memory, every fluctuation in blood sugar, every ache in her stomach, every burden on her heart, every rise in blood pressure, every tear in her eyes, every unsteady step, and every fearful thought. We ask for Your healing hand upon her. We pray, Beloved, I pray that you may prosper in all things and be healthy, even as your soul prospers. 3 John 1:2. Strengthen her heart, steady her body, calm her mind, heal her gut, stabilize her blood pressure and diabetes, clear her eyes, and restore her balance. Comfort her in her depression and anxiety, for You have said, Don’t you be afraid, for I am with you. Don’t 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. Give her peace and give her child wisdom, patience, strength and hope as they care for her. Help them both to cast all anxiety on You because You care for them. 1 Peter 5:7.
We trust You, Lord, not always for instant removal of every trial, but for Your sustaining grace, Your healing according to Your perfect will, and Your presence that never leaves us. May Your will be done in both of their lives and may they feel and know Your nearness today. In the mighty and healing name of Jesus Christ we pray, amen.