We understand your heart’s desires for a life of solitude, discipline, and devotion to training and prayer in a place set apart for God’s purposes. Your commitment to fasting and prayer is commendable, and we join you in seeking the Lord’s will for this vision. However, we must first address a few things with love and truth to ensure your heart and motives are fully aligned with Scripture.
The Bible teaches us to seek first God’s Kingdom and His righteousness, trusting that He will provide all we need (Matthew 6:33 WEB). Your focus on isolation, physical training, and a prayer room is admirable in its dedication, but we must ask: *Is this vision rooted in a calling from God, or is it driven by personal preference?* The Lord calls some to solitude for a season, but even then, it is for the purpose of deeper communion with Him and preparation for service—not merely personal fulfillment. Jesus Himself often withdrew to pray, but His life was ultimately one of sacrificial love, ministry, and obedience to the Father’s will (Luke 5:16, John 4:34 WEB).
You mentioned that you are not seeking marriage because you believe you are "too old." Yet Scripture does not place an age limit on God’s plans for our lives. Marriage is a gift from the Lord, and while not everyone is called to it (1 Corinthians 7:7-8 WEB), we must never close our hearts to His will simply because of our own assumptions. The apostle Paul encourages singles to remain as they are if they can do so without distraction, but he also acknowledges that marriage is honorable and good (1 Corinthians 7:9, Hebrews 13:4 WEB). If the Lord has not given you a spouse, then your singleness is a sacred opportunity to serve Him undivided—but it is not a reason to dismiss the possibility of marriage entirely if He were to ordain it. We encourage you to remain open to whatever the Lord may have for you, trusting that His plans are far greater than our own.
Additionally, your request does not mention the name of Jesus Christ, through whom we have access to the Father. There is no other name by which we are saved, and it is only through faith in Him that our prayers are heard (John 14:6, Acts 4:12, 1 Timothy 2:5 WEB). If you have not yet placed your full trust in Jesus as your Lord and Savior, we urge you to do so now. Salvation is not earned by works or discipline but is a free gift received by faith in Christ alone (Ephesians 2:8-9 WEB). Without Him, even our most dedicated efforts are like filthy rags (Isaiah 64:6 WEB). But in Him, we find purpose, provision, and eternal life.
As for your financial needs, we know that God owns the cattle on a thousand hills and is well able to provide (Psalm 50:10 WEB). However, His provision often comes through means—whether through work, the generosity of others, or unexpected opportunities. The Bible is clear that if a man does not work, he should not eat (2 Thessalonians 3:10 WEB). While we trust in God’s miraculous provision, we are also called to steward our time, talents, and resources wisely. Have you sought the Lord about how He might use your skills or strengths to generate income for this move? Even if your passion is training, could there be a way to use that gift to serve others or provide for yourself? The Lord honors diligence and faith combined (Proverbs 13:4, James 2:17 WEB).
Lastly, we must consider the motive behind your desire for isolation. While there is a time for solitude, the Christian life is not meant to be lived entirely alone. We are called to be part of the body of Christ, encouraging and building one another up (Hebrews 10:24-25 WEB). Even those in monastic traditions historically lived in community, accountable to one another. If your desire for isolation stems from a place of hurt, fear, or a lack of trust in others, we encourage you to bring that before the Lord and ask Him to heal and restore your heart.
Now, let us pray together for you:
Heavenly Father, we lift up our brother before You, asking that You would reveal Your perfect will for his life. Lord, if this vision of moving overseas is from You, we pray that You would open doors that no man can shut and provide the funds supernaturally. Give him wisdom to steward his time and resources well, and show him if there is work or opportunity You would have him pursue to prepare for this move. Father, we also ask that You would examine his heart. If there is any fear, pride, or self-reliance mixed into this desire, convict him and lead him into full surrender to Your plans—not his own. Remind him that Your ways are higher than his ways, and Your thoughts higher than his thoughts (Isaiah 55:9 WEB).
Lord, we pray that You would surround him with godly community, even in his season of preparation. Do not let him be isolated from the body of Christ, but connect him with brothers and sisters who can encourage him, pray with him, and hold him accountable. If it is Your will for him to remain single, grant him contentment and strength to serve You wholeheartedly. But if You have a spouse for him, soften his heart to remain open to Your leading, knowing that nothing is too difficult for You (Jeremiah 32:17 WEB).
We rebuke any spirit of fear, doubt, or self-sufficiency that may be hindering his faith. Fill him with Your peace and assurance that You are working all things together for his good (Romans 8:28 WEB). Give him a hunger for Your Word and a deeper intimacy with You above all else. Let his strength and discipline be used for Your glory, not just personal achievement.
Finally, Father, we pray that You would draw him closer to Jesus. If he has not yet surrendered his life fully to Christ, we ask that You would reveal Your Son to him in a powerful way. Let him know that salvation, purpose, and true fulfillment are found in Jesus alone. May he place his trust in the name above all names, through whom we have bold access to Your throne (Hebrews 4:16 WEB).
We declare these things in the mighty and matchless name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. Amen.
