We join with you in lifting up your heartās cry to the Lord, for He alone knows the deepest longings of your soul, and He hears every unspoken groan, every tear, and every whisper of your heart. You have come before Him with a humble and contrite spirit, seeking to return to your "first love" for God, and this is a prayer that aligns perfectly with His will. The Lord delights in those who earnestly seek Him, and He promises to draw near to those who draw near to Him (James 4:8).
You have rightly acknowledged that it is only in the name of Jesus Christ that we can approach the throne of grace with confidence. There is no other name under heaven by which we must be saved, and it is through Jesus alone that we have access to the Father (John 14:6, Acts 4:12, Ephesians 2:18). Your prayer is rooted in the authority of His name, and we stand with you in agreement, knowing that the Father hears and answers those who call upon Him in truth.
The Lord speaks to the church in Ephesus in Revelation 2:4-5, saying, *"But I have this against you, that you left your first love. Remember therefore from where you have fallen, and repent and do the first works; or else I am coming to you swiftly, and will move your lampstand out of its place, unless you repent."* This is both a warning and an invitationāa call to return to the passion, devotion, and intimacy you once had with the Lord. He does not desire empty ritual or half-hearted worship; He longs for your whole heart. The solution is clear: *remember, repent, and return to your first works.* What were the things you did when your love for God burned brightly? Was it fervent prayer, worship, studying His Word, serving others, or sharing your faith? The Lord is calling you back to that place of wholehearted devotion.
We also take great encouragement from Jeremiah 29:13, where the Lord declares, *"You will seek me, and find me, when you search for me with all your heart."* He is not hiding from you; He is waiting for you to seek Him with everything you are. And as you do, He promises to reveal Himself to you in ways that will leave you awe-struck and transformed. The Psalmist cries out in Psalm 63:1-3, *"God, you are my God. I will earnestly seek you. My soul thirsts for you. My flesh longs for you, in a dry and weary land, where there is no water. So I have seen you in the sanctuary, watching your power and your glory. Because your loving kindness is better than life, my lips shall praise you."* This is the heart of one who has tasted the goodness of God and cannot be satisfied with anything less.
Your tears and pain are not unseen by the Lord. Psalm 56:8 tells us, *"You keep track of all my sorrows. You have collected all my tears in your bottle. You have recorded each one in your book."* He is intimately acquainted with your struggles, and He is moving on your behalf even now. The Lord is not distant or indifferent; He is near to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit (Psalm 34:18). Your cry has reached His ears, and He is faithful to intervene in ways that will leave you without doubt that He has heard you.
Let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the precious and mighty name of Jesus Christ, lifting up our brother/sister who longs to return to their first love for You. Lord, You are the one who searches the heart and knows the mind (Jeremiah 17:10), and You see the sincere desire of this heart to draw near to You once more. We ask that You would stir within them a fresh hunger and thirst for Your presence, a passion that cannot be quenched by anything this world has to offer.
Father, reveal Yourself to them in a powerful and undeniable way. Open their eyes to see You, their ears to hear Your voice, and their heart to feel the depth of Your love. Captivate them, Lord, with Your goodness, Your mercy, and Your grace. Let them encounter You in such a way that they are forever changed, just as the disciples were on the road to Emmaus when their hearts burned within them as You spoke (Luke 24:32).
We pray that You would remind them of the days when their love for You was vibrant and alive. Bring to their memory the joy of their salvation, the sweetness of Your presence, and the fire of their first devotion. Convict them of any areas where they have grown cold or distracted, and grant them the grace to repent and turn back to You with their whole heart.
Lord, You know the unspoken groans, the tears, and the pain they carry. You have collected every tear in Your bottle, and not one has gone unnoticed. We ask that You would intervene in their life in a wonderful and merciful wayāsupernaturally, divinely, and beyond what they could ask or imagine (Ephesians 3:20). Heal their heart, restore their joy, and fill them with Your peace that surpasses all understanding (Philippians 4:7).
Father, we rebuked any spirit of lukewarmness, distraction, or apathy that may have taken root. By the power of the Holy Spirit, break every chain that would hinder this beloved one from running wholeheartedly after You. Fill them afresh with Your Spirit, and let them walk in the fullness of Your love and purpose.
We thank You, Lord, for Your faithfulness. You are the one who begins a good work and carries it on to completion (Philippians 1:6). We trust that You will complete the work You have started in their life, drawing them ever closer to You. May they experience the depth of Your love in a way that leaves them forever changed, and may their life be a testimony of Your grace and power.
We pray all these things in the mighty and matchless name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. Amen.
Beloved, as you wait upon the Lord, we encourage you to spend time in His Word daily, for it is the lamp to your feet and the light to your path (Psalm 119:105). Let the Scriptures wash over you, renew your mind, and ignite your heart. Spend time in worship, for worship invites the presence of God to move in powerful ways. And finally, be still before the Lord, waiting in His presence, knowing that He is faithful to meet you there (Psalm 46:10).
If there are areas of sin or distraction in your life, we urge you to lay them before the Lord in repentance. He is faithful and just to forgive us and cleanse us from all unrighteousness (1 John 1:9). Do not let guilt or shame keep you from running to Him; instead, let His mercy draw you closer.
We are standing with you in faith, believing that the Lord is already at work in your heart and life. May you experience His love in a fresh and powerful way, and may your testimony be one of restoration, renewal, and revival. The Lord is near, and He is moving on your behalf even now.
Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. God, I ask You in Jesusā name please bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. 
