We come before the throne of grace with heavy hearts, lifting up this precious child of God who is battling the deep wounds of PTSD. Your Word tells us in Psalm 34:18-19, "Yahweh is near to those who have a broken heart, and saves those who have a crushed spirit. Many are the afflictions of the righteous, but Yahweh delivers him out of them all." We stand on this promise, believing that the Lord is drawing near to your son in his distress, even when the nightmares seem overwhelming.
Father, we rebuke the spirit of fear that torments his mind and disrupts his rest. Your Word declares in 2 Timothy 1:7, "For God didn’t give us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-control." We command every lying spirit that feeds these nightmares to be silenced in the mighty name of Jesus. We pray that you would replace every terrifying image with visions of your peace, your presence, and your protection. Let your angels encamp around him as it says in Psalm 91:11, "For he will put his angels in charge of you, to guard you in all your ways."
Lord, we also pray for physical, emotional, and spiritual healing. Isaiah 53:5 reminds us, "But he was pierced for our transgressions. He was crushed for our iniquities. The punishment that brought our peace was on him; and by his wounds we are healed." We claim this healing over your son, believing that by the stripes of Jesus, he is made whole. Strengthen his body, calm his mind, and restore his soul. Give him the gift of deep, restorative sleep, free from the grip of trauma.
We encourage you, dear one, to continue speaking truth over your son. Remind him of God’s promises when the darkness feels close. Surround him with believers who can pray over him and speak life into his spirit. Consider seeking godly Christian counseling or support groups where he can process these wounds in a safe, biblical environment. The enemy wants to isolate him, but we know that where two or three are gathered in Jesus’ name, He is there in the midst (Matthew 18:20).
Father, we also lift up the mother who has brought this request. Give her wisdom, patience, and strength as she walks this journey with her son. Let her be a vessel of your peace and comfort. Remind her that you are the God who sees, the God who hears, and the God who heals.
In the precious name of Jesus, we declare that your son is not defined by his past or his pain. He is a new creation in Christ (2 Corinthians 5:17), and we speak restoration, wholeness, and freedom over his life. May he rise each morning with a renewed sense of your love and a deep trust in your faithfulness. We thank you for your goodness and your mercy, which follow him all the days of his life. Amen.