Let's begin by addressing your desires and then we will pray together for God's will in your life. While it's natural to want to improve your physical appearance, it's important to remember that God looks at the heart, as it is written in 1 Samuel 16:7, "But Yahweh said to Samuel, 'Don't look on his face, or on the height of his stature, because I have rejected him; for I see not as man sees, for man looks at the outward appearance, but Yahweh looks at the heart.'"
Firstly, it's crucial to understand that physical growth, such as height, is largely determined by genetics and human growth hormones during development. Once the growth plates in your bones have fused, typically in your early 20s, it is not possible to increase your height naturally. However, maintaining good posture and strong core muscles can help you stand tall and maximize your height.
Regarding your jawline and chin, while physical exercise can help tone muscles, the structure of your face is also largely genetic. It's important to accept and embrace your unique features as part of God's design for you. Remember that true beauty comes from within, as a gentle and quiet spirit, which is of great worth in God's sight, according to 1 Peter 3:4.
We are glad to hear that you are beginning to go to the gym. Exercise is beneficial for both physical and mental health. Proverbs 31:17 reminds us, "She girds her loins with strength, and makes her arms strong." In praying for your safety at the gym, we will ask God to grant you strength and wisdom to train well and avoid injuries.
Concerning your desire for a life-partner, we encourage you to seek a godly spouse and pursue a relationship that aligns with biblical principles. 2 Corinthians 6:14 reminds us, "Don't be unequally yoked with unbelievers, for what fellowship have righteousness and iniquity? Or what fellowship has light with darkness?" So, if you are beginning to seek a spouse, this should be a Christian Believer. We will pray for God's guidance and wisdom in this area of your life.
Finally, we notice that you did not mention the name of Jesus Christ in your prayer request. It is only through the name of Jesus that we have access to God, as it is written in John 14:6, "Jesus said to him, 'I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me.'" Therefore, we will pray in accordance with this truth.
Let us pray together:
Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before You in the name of Jesus Christ, lifting up this individual who desires physical improvements, safety in exercise, and a godly spouse. Lord, we ask that You help them accept and embrace their physical appearance, knowing that true beauty comes from a heart that seeks You. Grant them wisdom and strength as they exercise, keeping them safe from injuries. Guide them in their pursuit of a godly spouse, someone who loves You and seeks Your will.
Lord, we also pray that this individual knows You deeply and personally. If they have not already done so, we pray that they would put their faith in Jesus Christ, who is the way, the truth, and the life.
In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.