We lift you and your son up before the Lord, knowing that He is your Provider and your Refuge in times of trouble. Your situation weighs heavily on our hearts, and we are moved by your faith as you seek God’s mercy and grace. The Scriptures remind us that our Heavenly Father cares deeply for the needs of His children, especially those who are vulnerable. In Matthew 6:31-33, Jesus tells us, *"Therefore don’t be anxious, saying, ‘What will we eat?’ ‘What will we drink?’ or, ‘With what will we be clothed?’ For the Gentiles seek after all these things; for your heavenly Father knows that you need all these things. But seek first God’s Kingdom and his righteousness; and all these things will be given to you as well."* You are seeking Him first, and we trust that He will provide for you and your son in ways that go beyond what you can imagine.
We also recognize the pain and abandonment you’ve experienced from your son’s father. The Bible is clear about the responsibilities of a father—both spiritually and practically. In 1 Timothy 5:8, we read, *"But if anyone doesn’t provide for his own, and especially his own household, he has denied the faith and is worse than an unbeliever."* While we cannot change his heart, we pray that the Lord would convict him of his duty and soften his heart toward his son. However, even if he does not repent, your trust must remain in the Lord, who is the ultimate Father to the fatherless (Psalm 68:5). He will not abandon you.
Your son’s struggles with PTSD are not unseen by God. The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit (Psalm 34:18). We pray for supernatural peace to guard his mind and heart, and for the Lord to surround both of you with a community of support—whether through the church, caring friends, or godly counselors who can walk alongside you. Philippians 4:19 assures us, *"My God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus."*
As for housing and finances, we declare Proverbs 3:5-6 over you: *"Trust in the Lord 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."* This is not a time to rely on your own strength but to lean entirely on Him. We pray that the Lord would open doors for affordable, safe housing—whether through a miraculous provision, a compassionate landlord, or a ministry that serves single mothers and their children. We also ask Him to provide creative solutions for your finances, whether through unexpected income, wise stewardship, or the generosity of others who are led by the Spirit to help.
We rebuke the spirit of fear and anxiety that may try to overwhelm you in this season. The enemy would love for you to believe that you are alone or that your needs will go unmet, but we stand on 2 Corinthians 10:4-5, which tells us that *"the weapons of our warfare are not of the flesh, but mighty before God to the throwing down of strongholds, throwing down imaginations and every high thing that is exalted against the knowledge of God and bringing every thought into captivity to the obedience of Christ."* You are not fighting this battle in your own strength, and the Lord has already gone before you to prepare the way.
Finally, we encourage you to remain steadfast in prayer and to seek the Lord’s wisdom in every decision. James 1:5 says, *"But 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."* Do not hesitate to ask the Holy Spirit for guidance in practical matters, such as budgeting, seeking assistance, or even relocating if necessary. He is faithful to lead you.
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**Our Prayer for You:**
Heavenly Father, we come before You on behalf of our sister and her son, lifting their needs to You with confidence, knowing that You are a God who sees and hears. Lord, You are Jehovah-Jireh, the God who provides, and we ask that You would open the windows of heaven and pour out Your blessing upon them. Provide a safe and stable home for them—a place of refuge where they can find rest and peace. You know the exact location, the exact cost, and the exact timing, and we trust You to orchestrate every detail.
Father, we pray for supernatural provision in their finances. Where there is lack, let there be abundance. Where there is debt, let there be freedom. Where there is uncertainty, let there be divine clarity. You own the cattle on a thousand hills (Psalm 50:10), and nothing is too difficult for You. We ask that You would move in ways that leave no doubt that this provision came from Your hand.
Lord, we also lift up this woman’s son to You. Heal his mind, body, and spirit from the trauma he has endured. Surround him with Your peace that surpasses all understanding (Philippians 4:7) and restore to him the joy of Your salvation. Raise up godly mentors, counselors, and friends who will speak life into him and remind him of his worth in You.
Father, we pray for the heart of the father who has abandoned his son. Soften his heart, Lord, and bring conviction upon him. Let him not find rest until he repents and fulfills his responsibility before You. But even if he does not, we ask that You would be the ever-present Father to this young man, filling every void and meeting every need.
We rebuke every spirit of fear, anxiety, and despair that would try to take root in their lives. Let faith arise in their hearts, and let them see Your hand moving on their behalf. Remind them that they are not forgotten, that they are deeply loved, and that You are working all things together for their good (Romans 8:28).
Lord, we also ask that You would surround them with a community of believers who will come alongside them in practical and spiritual ways. Let them not walk this path alone but feel the tangible love of Your body, the church.
Finally, Father, we thank You in advance for the testimony that will come from this season. We declare that You are making a way where there seems to be no way, and that Your name will be glorified through their story. Strengthen them, sustain them, and let them feel Your presence in a powerful way.
In the mighty and precious name of Jesus, we pray. Amen.
Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name please bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. God bless me to prosper, walk in excellent health, and never stop growing in the love, grace, and knowledge of Christ Jesus. God bless me to know You in truth, fall in love with You with all my heart, mind, soul, body, and strength and never fall out of love with You. Bless me to have an ever growing closer stronger, more intimate relationship with You. Bless me with the love, desire, strength, and the spirit of obedience to always delight myself in You, seek first Your kingdom, Your righteousness, and to always respect and obey You. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, acknowledge You in all my ways, and lean not to my own understanding.
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