We join you in lifting up your friend before the Lord, trusting in His sovereign care over each of His children. It is clear you carry a deep concern for this man, and we share in that burden, knowing that our Heavenly Father watches over him even when we cannot. The Scripture reminds us in **Psalm 121:7-8 (WEB)**, *"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 forevermore."* Though his absence brings worry, we can rest in the truth that God’s eye is upon him, and nothing escapes His notice.
We also take note of your faithfulness in praying *in Jesus’ name*, for it is only through Christ that we boldly approach the throne of grace. **John 14:13-14 (WEB)** declares, *"Whatever you will ask in my name, that will I do, that the Father may be glorified in the Son. If you will ask anything in my name, I will do it."* Your prayer aligns with this promise, and we stand with you in agreement, asking the Lord to surround your friend with His protection, healing, and provision.
Yet we must also consider whether there is more the Lord would have *you* do in this situation. While prayer is powerful and essential, we are sometimes called to act in faith as well. **James 2:17 (WEB)** tells us, *"Even so faith, if it has no works, is dead in itself."* Have you reached out to mutual acquaintances, his family, or local authorities (if appropriate) to inquire about his well-being? If not, we encourage you to take practical steps, trusting the Lord to guide you. Proverbs 3:5-6 (WEB) reminds us, *"Trust in Yahweh with all your heart, and don’t lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight."*
Let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You with grateful hearts, thanking You that You are a God who sees and knows all things. Lord, we lift up this friend who has not been seen in weeks—a man who has faced health struggles and accidents in the past. We ask You to surround him with Your angels, to guard his steps, and to restore his strength if he is weak. If he is in danger, Lord, intervene mightily. If he is sick, be his Healer. If he is lost or confused, lead him back to safety and to those who care for him.
Father, we also ask for wisdom for our sister who brings this request. Show her if there is a step she should take—a call to make, a visit to pay, or a person to contact—to ensure his well-being. Give her peace that surpasses understanding as she waits on You, knowing You hold all things in Your hands.
We rebuke any spirit of fear or anxiety that would try to take root in this situation. **2 Timothy 1:7 (WEB)** reminds us that *"God didn’t give us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-control."* So we declare Your peace over this circumstance, trusting that You are working even when we cannot see.
Finally, Lord, if this man does not know You as his Savior, we pray that You would draw him to Yourself. Open his eyes to see his need for Christ, and soften his heart to receive Your forgiveness and grace. May this season—whatever it holds—be used to bring him closer to You.
We ask all these things in the mighty and matchless name of Jesus, our Lord and Redeemer. Amen.
We will continue to keep your friend in prayer, and we encourage you to update us if you learn more. The body of Christ is called to bear one another’s burdens (Galatians 6:2), and we are honored to stand with you in this. May the Lord grant you comfort and clarity as you wait on Him.
