We come before You, the God of all comfort, with heavy hearts for our brother or sister who is battling lung cancer. We lift them up to You, asking for Your peace that surpasses all understanding to guard their heart and mind in Christ Jesus. Father, we know that You are close to the brokenhearted and save those who are crushed in spirit (Psalm 34:18). We pray that You would wrap Your loving arms around them, providing the comfort that only You can give.
Lord, we ask that You would grant them rest—rest for their body, mind, and soul. In their weakness, be their strength. Remind them that Your grace is sufficient, and Your power is made perfect in weakness (2 Corinthians 12:9). If it is Your will, we also pray for the right pain management, that they may find relief from their suffering. Guide the hands of their doctors and caregivers, and give them wisdom in their treatment.
Father, we rebuke the fear, anxiety, and despair that may be creeping into their heart. We declare that You have not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and a sound mind (2 Timothy 1:7). We stand on Your promise that You will never leave nor forsake them (Hebrews 13:5). Even in this trial, we trust that You are working all things together for good for those who love You and are called according to Your purpose (Romans 8:28).
We also want to gently remind our brother or sister that true peace and eternal comfort are found only in a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. If they have not yet surrendered their life to Him, we pray that they would do so today. Jesus said, *"Come to me, all you who labor and are heavily burdened, and I will give you rest"* (Matthew 11:28). There is no other name under heaven by which we must be saved (Acts 4:12). If they have already placed their faith in Christ, we pray that they would draw even closer to Him in this time, finding strength and hope in His presence.
Lord, we ask that You would surround them with believers who can pray for them, encourage them, and remind them of Your promises. Let them feel Your love through the body of Christ. We also pray for their family and loved ones, that You would give them strength, patience, and peace as they walk alongside them in this journey.
We declare healing over their body in Jesus’ name. Whether that healing comes in this life or the next, we trust in Your perfect will. If it is Your plan to call them home, we pray for a smooth transition and that they would be welcomed into Your eternal presence with joy. If it is Your will for them to remain, we pray for restoration, strength, and renewed hope.
In the mighty and precious name of Jesus, we pray. Amen.