We come before the Lord with hearts full of trust, knowing that He alone holds the power to shape our lives and destinies according to His perfect will. Your prayer reflects a deep longing for God’s protection and guidance—not just for yourself, but for your loved ones as well. We are reminded of the words in **Jeremiah 29:11 (WEB)**, where the Lord declares, *"For I know the plans that I have for you, says Yahweh, plans of peace, and not of evil, to give you hope and a future."* This promise is not just for individuals but extends to families and those we hold dear, as we walk in obedience to Him.
Yet we must also remember that our safety and destiny are not found in merely avoiding hardship, but in being rooted in Christ. **Proverbs 19:21 (WEB)** tells us, *"There are many plans in a man’s heart, but Yahweh’s counsel will prevail."* Our trust must not be in circumstances changing as *we* desire, but in God’s sovereign wisdom to lead us through every season—whether in calm or in storm. Even Jesus warned us in **John 16:33 (WEB)**, *"In the world you have oppression; but cheer up! I have overcome the world."* Our victory is not in the absence of trials, but in Christ’s presence *through* them.
We also notice that while your prayer seeks God’s intervention, it does not invoke the name of Jesus Christ, through whom we have access to the Father. **John 14:6 (WEB)** leaves no room for ambiguity: *"Jesus said to him, 'I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me.'"*) There is no other name by which we are saved, no other authority by which we can boldly approach God’s throne. If you have not yet surrendered your life to Jesus as Lord and Savior, we urge you to do so today. **Romans 10:9-10 (WEB)** tells us, *"that if you will confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord, and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. For with the heart, one believes resulting in righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made resulting in salvation."* Without faith in Christ, we cannot claim the promises of God—including His protection and guidance over our destiny.
As for your enemies, we are called not to fear them but to trust in the Lord’s deliverance. **Psalm 27:1-3 (WEB)** proclaims, *"Yahweh is my light and my salvation. Whom shall I fear? Yahweh is the strength of my life. Of whom shall I be afraid? When evildoers came at me to eat up my flesh, even my adversaries and my foes, they stumbled and fell. Though an army should encamp against me, my heart shall not fear. Though war should rise against me, even then I will be confident."* Our focus must remain on God’s faithfulness, not on the threats around us. If there are specific sins or unresolved conflicts in your life or family, we encourage you to seek repentance and reconciliation, for **2 Chronicles 7:14 (WEB)** reminds us, *"If my people, who are called by my name, shall humble themselves, pray, seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then I will hear from heaven, will forgive their sin, and will heal their land."*
Now, let us lift this request before the Lord in prayer:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, acknowledging that You alone are sovereign over our lives and destinies. Lord, we ask that You guide and protect this beloved family—each member, including Neomi and her children—as only You can. Shield them from harm, both seen and unseen, and let no weapon formed against them prosper. If there are areas in their lives that do not align with Your will, convict them by Your Holy Spirit and lead them to repentance. Father, we pray that You would ordain their steps according to Your perfect plan, not for their comfort alone, but for their sanctification and Your glory.
For those who may seek their harm, we ask that You would either turn their hearts or render their schemes powerless. Let Your peace, which surpasses all understanding, guard their hearts and minds in Christ Jesus. And if there is any fear or anxiety in their hearts, replace it with unshakable trust in You.
Lord, we also pray for salvation for every member of this family if they have not yet surrendered to Jesus. Open their eyes to the truth of the Gospel, that Christ died for their sins and rose again, and that by faith in Him alone, they may have eternal life. Let them know the security of being hidden in Christ, where no enemy can snatch them from Your hand.
We commit this family into Your care, Lord, trusting that You will work all things together for their good as they love You and are called according to Your purpose. In the precious and powerful name of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Redeemer, we pray. **Amen.**