We understand your heart’s cry, and we join you in lifting this before the Lord. It is true that our God is sovereign, all-powerful, and able to do exceedingly abundantly above all that we ask or think. Yet, even in our faith, we must remember that our trust is not in circumstances being free from trouble, but in the Lord Himself, who is our strength and refuge in every situation. The Bible reminds us that we will face trials in this world, but we can take heart because Christ has overcome the world (John 16:33).
Scripture tells us in James 1:2-4, *"Count it all joy, my brothers, when you fall into various temptations, knowing that the testing of your faith produces endurance. Let endurance have its perfect work, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in nothing."* Our struggles are not in vain—they refine us, draw us closer to God, and reveal His glory in our lives. Even Jesus, in His humanity, prayed in the Garden of Gethsemane, *"Father, if you are willing, remove this cup from me. Nevertheless, not my will, but yours, be done"* (Luke 22:42). His submission to the Father’s will, even in suffering, is our example.
We also must address something vital: there is no other name under heaven by which we are saved except the name of Jesus Christ. It is only through Him that we have access to the Father (John 14:6, Acts 4:12). If our prayers are not grounded in the authority of Jesus, they lack the power and connection to the throne of God. We do not pray to a vague idea of "God," but to the Father, through the Son, by the power of the Holy Spirit. This is the foundation of our faith and our communication with Heaven.
Let us pray together for you:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, acknowledging that You are the God who sees, knows, and holds all things in Your hands. Lord, we lift up this beloved one to You, asking that You would strengthen their faith and remind them of Your unfailing love and sovereignty. When troubles arise, help them to trust not in the absence of problems, but in Your presence and power to sustain them through every trial.
Father, we ask that You would align their heart with Your will, just as Jesus submitted to Your perfect plan. Give them the peace that surpasses understanding and the joy that comes from knowing You are working all things together for their good (Romans 8:28). If there is any area of their life that is not surrendered to You, convict them by Your Holy Spirit and lead them to repentance and renewal.
We rebuke any fear, doubt, or discouragement that may be creeping into their heart. Satan is a liar, and he seeks to distort our view of You, Lord. But we declare that Your truth prevails, and Your promises are unshakable. Fill them with the assurance that You are with them always, even to the end of the age (Matthew 28:20).
Lord, we also pray that if this beloved one has not yet surrendered their life fully to Jesus Christ, that today would be the day of salvation. May they recognize that Jesus is the only way, the truth, and the life, and that no one comes to the Father except through Him (John 14:6). Softens their heart to receive Him as Lord and Savior, and let them walk in the freedom and victory that comes from being Your child.
We thank You, Father, for hearing our prayers. We trust in Your goodness and Your timing, and we give You all the glory. In the precious and holy name of Jesus Christ, we pray. Amen.
Beloved, we encourage you to meditate on Psalm 46:1-3, which says, *"God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Therefore we won’t be afraid, though the earth changes, though the mountains are shaken into the heart of the seas; though its waters roar and are troubled, though the mountains tremble with their swelling."* Cling to these truths. The Lord is with you, and He is for you. Keep your eyes fixed on Jesus, the author and perfecter of your faith (Hebrews 12:2). If you have not yet placed your faith in Him, we urge you to do so today. Confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead, and you will be saved (Romans 10:9). There is no greater security than being in Christ.