We join with you in prayer in Jesus' name for strength, healing, and protection for you and your loved ones, and we thank you for calling on the name of Jesus, for it is through Him we have access to the Father and it is in His name we are saved and healed.
We hear your discomfort with feeling hot even when it is not that hot outside, with digestive trouble and belching, and with the burden of diabetes and high A1C. We bring these afflictions before the Lord who is our healer. Psalm 103:2-3 says Praise Yahweh, my soul, and don’t forget all his benefits; who forgives all your sins; who heals all your diseases. And Jeremiah 30:17 says But I will restore health to you, and I will heal you of your wounds, says Yahweh. We also remember 3 John 1:2 which says Beloved, we pray that you may prosper in all things and be healthy, even as your soul prospers.
We also take to heart that our bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit. 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 says 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. So we encourage you to continue to be a good steward of the body God has given you, seeking wise medical counsel for diabetes and digestion, being mindful of diet, hydration, rest, and following your doctor's guidance for managing A1C, while trusting ultimately in God's healing hand. Philippians 4:6-7 reminds us In nothing be anxious, but in everything, by prayer and petition with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your thoughts in Christ Jesus.
We also join you in praying for protection and for godly neighbors, and for those you describe as predators. We pray as Jesus taught us in Matthew 5:44 But I tell you, love your enemies, bless those who curse you, do good to those who hate you, and pray for those who mistreat you and persecute you. We pray for God's conviction to lead them to repentance and salvation, for Ezekiel 36:26 says I will also give you a new heart, and I will put a new spirit within you. And we pray for your peace and safety where you live, that God would surround you with trustworthy, godly neighbors. Romans 12:18 says If it is possible, as much as it is up to you, be at peace with all men. And Psalm 121:7-8 gives us comfort that Yahweh will keep you from all evil. He will keep your soul. Yahweh will keep your going out and your coming in, from this time forward, and forever more.
We pray together now.
Father in heaven, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, lifting up this dear one and their loved ones to You. Lord, You know the discomfort of feeling overheated, the digestive distress and belching, and the weight of diabetes and high A1C that plagues the body. We ask for Your healing touch, for strength, for calm and healthy digestion, for stable blood sugar and restored health according to Your will. Grant wisdom to make good choices for health and to follow sound medical care, and grant peace that surpasses understanding. Protect this one and all their loved ones always, keep them from evil, bless their weekend with rest, joy, and refreshment in Your presence. Lord, we also bring before You those who do harm or prey on others, we ask that You would convict their hearts, draw them to repentance, and save them by Your grace, and that You would restrain evil and bring justice. And Father, provide godly, trustworthy neighbors and community that honors You and brings peace. We ask all this in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior, amen.