We join you in lifting up thanksgiving to our Heavenly Father for the countless blessings He has bestowed upon you—your life, loved ones, provisions, health, and every good gift that comes from His hand. It is right and good to acknowledge His faithfulness, for "every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights, with whom can be no variation nor turning shadow" (James 1:17). Your heart of gratitude honors Him, and we rejoice with you in these blessings.
We also lift up your desire to serve the Lord and fulfill the purpose He has for you. You are fearfully and wonderfully made, and He has prepared good works in advance for you to walk in (Ephesians 2:10). As you seek to honor Him in your presentation, remember that the Lord is with you to strengthen and uphold you. "Don’t be afraid, for I am with you. Don’t be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you. Yes, I will help you. Yes, I will uphold you with the right hand of my righteousness" (Isaiah 41:10). Speak with confidence, knowing that the Holy Spirit will give you the words to say, for "it is not you who speak, but the Spirit of your Father who speaks in you" (Matthew 10:20).
We pray for wisdom and favor as you submit your expenses, that the Lord would go before you and grant approval. "If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all liberally and without reproach; and it will be given to him" (James 1:5). Trust in His provision and timing, for He knows your needs and will supply them according to His riches in glory.
Your request for energy and weight loss is also before the Lord. Your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit, and it is good to steward it well for His glory (1 Corinthians 6:19-20). We pray that He would renew your strength like the eagle’s (Isaiah 40:31) and grant you discipline and perseverance. May you be filled with the fruit of the Spirit, which includes self-control (Galatians 5:22-23), and may your efforts be guided by wisdom in how you care for the body He has given you.
As you seek His direction, we pray that the Lord would make your path straight. "Trust in Yahweh with all your heart, and don’t lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight" (Proverbs 3:5-6). His Word is a lamp to your feet, and we encourage you to remain rooted in Scripture, allowing it to guide your steps and decisions.
We lift up your request for discernment, wisdom, and knowledge. These are gifts that the Lord delights to give to those who ask in faith. "For Yahweh gives wisdom. Out of his mouth comes knowledge and understanding" (Proverbs 2:6). May He sharpen your spiritual senses to recognize His voice and walk in alignment with His will.
Your request regarding your cat is also precious to the Lord, for He cares for all His creation. "Are not two sparrows sold for a penny? Not one of them falls on the ground apart from your Father’s will, ... So don’t be afraid. You are of more value than many sparrows" (Matthew 10:29, 31). We pray for healing and comfort for your furry companion, that the Lord would restore its health and grant you peace as you care for it.
Now, we must address the requests you’ve made regarding "###" and your father, as well as the desire for "### to come back into your lives." We do not know who "###" refers to, but we urge you to examine these requests carefully in light of Scripture. If this person is someone you were in a romantic relationship with outside of marriage, we must remind you that God’s design for relationships is holy and set apart. Fornication and relationships that are not centered on Christ and the covenant of marriage are not pleasing to Him. "Flee sexual immorality! 'Every sin that a man does is outside the body,' but he who commits sexual immorality sins against his own body" (1 Corinthians 6:18). If this relationship was not honoring to God, we pray that you would release it to the Lord and seek His healing and redemption. His grace is sufficient to restore and make you whole, and His plans for you are good.
If "###" refers to a family member or friend, we pray for reconciliation where it aligns with God’s will. "If it is possible, as much as it is up to you, be at peace with all men" (Romans 12:18). However, we must always prioritize godly wisdom and boundaries, ensuring that our relationships do not lead us away from Christ but instead draw us closer to Him.
For your father, we pray for the Lord’s hand of comfort, healing, and provision. If there are unresolved issues or brokenness in your relationship with him, we ask the Lord to bring restoration and peace. "Honor your father and mother," which is the first commandment with a promise: "that it may be well with you, and you may live long on the earth" (Ephesians 6:2-3). May the Lord give you grace to love and honor your father in a way that pleases Him.
Finally, we rejoice that you closed your prayer in the name of Jesus. There is power in that name, for "there is no other name under heaven that is given among men, by which we must be saved!" (Acts 4:12). It is only through Christ that we have access to the Father, and it is in His name that we boldly approach the throne of grace.
Let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You with hearts full of gratitude for the many blessings You have poured out upon Your child. Thank You for life, for family and friends, for provision, health, and every good gift that comes from Your hand. Lord, we ask that You would continue to lead and guide in every area of life. Grant wisdom, discernment, and knowledge as decisions are made and paths are chosen. May Your Word be a lamp to the feet, and may every step be ordered by You.
We lift up the upcoming presentation, asking that You would speak through this vessel. Fill with Your Holy Spirit, granting clarity of thought, boldness, and the right words to say. May this presentation bring glory to Your name and accomplish the purpose You have for it. We also ask for Your favor as expenses are submitted. Go before and make the way straight, granting approval and provision according to Your will.
Lord, we pray for renewed energy and strength. Help to steward the body well, granting discipline in health and weight loss. May this be done not for vanity, but for Your glory, that this temple would be honoring to You. We pray for healing for the beloved cat. Comfort and restore, Lord, for You care for all Your creation.
Father, we bring before You the requests regarding "###" and the relationship with the father. Lord, if there is anything in these relationships that is not pleasing to You, we ask that You would bring conviction and repentance. If this is a past romantic relationship that was outside of Your design, we pray for a release and a surrender to Your will. Heal any brokenness and redirect the heart toward relationships that honor You—relationships that are centered on Christ and aligned with Your Word. For the father, we ask for Your healing touch, whether physically, emotionally, or spiritually. Bring reconciliation where it is Your will, and grant grace to honor and love in a way that pleases You.
We thank You, Lord, that these requests are brought before You in the name of Jesus. It is only through Him that we have access to Your throne, and it is in His name that we pray. Strengthen faith, Lord, and remind that salvation and every blessing come through Christ alone. May this time of prayer draw closer to You, deepening the trust in Your sovereignty and goodness.
In the mighty and precious name of Jesus we pray, Amen.
