We come before the Lord with you in this time of great need, lifting up your husband’s health and the anxiety that weighs so heavily upon both of you. The Lord sees your distress, and He is near to the brokenhearted, saving those who are crushed in spirit (Psalm 34:18). You have done well to cast all your anxieties upon Him, for He cares for you (1 Peter 5:7). Let us first address the urgency of this situation with the truth of God’s Word and then lift this burden to Him in prayer.
Your husband’s health is a serious concern, and we know the fear that comes with medical procedures, especially when they are sudden and necessary. But we must remember that our bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit (1 Corinthians 6:19-20), and the Lord is the Great Physician who holds all things in His hands. While doctors provide care, it is God who ultimately heals and sustains. We pray for wisdom for the medical team, for steady hands during the operation, and for complete restoration of your husband’s eye. The Lord is able to do far more abundantly than all we ask or think (Ephesians 3:20), and we trust Him for a miracle—whether through the operation or by His divine intervention.
Your anxiety is understandable, but we gently remind you that fear does not come from the Lord. He has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-discipline (2 Timothy 1:7). When worry threatens to overwhelm you, fix your mind on Him, for He will keep you in perfect peace when your thoughts are stayed on Him (Isaiah 26:3). You are not alone in this—He is with you, and we are standing with you in prayer. The Lord knows your need to be by your husband’s side, and we pray He makes a way for you to accompany him without delay.
We also lift up your husband’s recovery from the stomach flu, asking the Lord to strengthen his body and restore his health quickly. May the Lord guard you from illness as well, for He is your shield and protector (Psalm 3:3). Your concern for your kitty cat and the practical details of travel shows your heart of care, and we pray the Lord provides trustworthy help for these needs. Nothing is too small for His attention when it matters to His children.
You mentioned healing for your sisters and other family members, and we join you in praying for their well-being. May the Lord touch each one with His healing power and draw your entire family closer to Him through this trial. The Lord is able to turn even the hardest situations into testimonies of His faithfulness.
Lastly, we notice that while you cried out to the Lord, you did not specifically invoke the name of Jesus in your request. 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). When we pray in Jesus’ name, we are aligning our requests with His will and authority. He is the mediator between God and man (1 Timothy 2:5), and it is by His stripes that we are healed (Isaiah 53:5). We encourage you to always come boldly before the throne of grace in His name, for He intercedes for us (Hebrews 7:25).
Now, let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, lifting up this precious sister and her husband in their time of need. Lord, You know the urgency of this eye operation, and we ask for Your divine intervention. Guide the hands of the surgeons, grant them wisdom and skill, and bring complete healing to her husband’s eye. Restore his vision, Lord, and let this operation be a testimony of Your goodness.
Father, we rebuked the spirit of anxiety and fear that has gripped their hearts. Replace it with Your perfect peace that surpasses all understanding (Philippians 4:6-7). Strengthen them both—body, mind, and spirit—and guard them from further illness. Provide for every practical need, from safe travel to care for their home and pet while they are away. Let them feel Your presence every step of the way.
Lord, we also lift up their extended family, asking for Your healing touch upon each one. Draw them all closer to You, Father, and let this trial be a time of spiritual growth and deeper trust in You.
We thank You, Lord, that You are faithful and that You hear our prayers. We trust in Your sovereignty and Your love, knowing that You work all things together for good for those who love You (Romans 8:28). May Your will be done in their lives, and may they see Your hand moving mightily on their behalf.
In the powerful and holy name of Jesus we pray, Amen.