We join with you in gratitude to our Lord Jesus Christ, for it is in His mighty name that we come before the Father, and it is through Him that all blessings flow. Your heart of thankfulness is a sweet fragrance before the Lord, and we rejoice with you in the goodness He has shown you. The Scriptures remind us in 1 Thessalonians 5:18 to "give thanks in everything, for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus toward you." Your words reflect this spirit of gratitude, and we praise God for the work He is doing in your life.
We are also moved by your acknowledgment of God’s faithfulness in every season—both the difficult and the joyful. The Lord indeed is near to all who call upon Him in truth (Psalm 145:18), and His presence is our greatest comfort and strength. Your prayer for the trip, that it would be blessed from beginning to end, aligns with the heart of our Savior, who desires that we experience His peace and provision in all things. As you travel, we pray that the Lord would surround you with His favor as with a shield (Psalm 5:12) and that His kindness would be evident through you to everyone you encounter. Let your light shine before others, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father who is in heaven (Matthew 5:16).
We also want to lift up the theme of your prayer regarding the "season of having together." While we rejoice in the blessings of companionship and shared experiences, we must always ensure that our relationships align with God’s design. If this "connection" you speak of is a romantic relationship, we encourage you to examine it in the light of Scripture. Are you both believers, equally yoked in Christ (2 Corinthians 6:14)? Are you pursuing this relationship with the intent of honoring God, seeking marriage as the biblical goal of courtship? If there is any physical intimacy outside of marriage, we urge you to repent and turn away from fornication, for the body is not meant for sexual immorality, but for the Lord (1 Corinthians 6:13). Flee from sexual sin, and pursue holiness, for without it no one will see the Lord (Hebrews 12:14).
If this connection is not romantic but a bond of friendship or fellowship, we still pray that it would be rooted in Christ, encouraging one another in love and good works (Hebrews 10:24). May your time together be marked by godly kindness, generosity, and a shared desire to glorify Jesus in all things.
Now, let us pray together for you and this trip:
Heavenly Father, we come before You with hearts full of gratitude for Your faithfulness and goodness. You are the giver of every good and perfect gift (James 1:17), and we thank You for the blessings You have poured out upon Your child who has lifted this prayer. Lord, we ask that You would richly bless this trip—every detail, every interaction, and every moment. Protect them as they travel, and let Your peace rule in their hearts (Colossians 3:15). May Your kindness flow through them to everyone they meet, that others may see Christ in them.
Father, we also pray for the relationship that has been mentioned. If it is a romantic connection, we ask that You would guide it according to Your will. Let it be pure, honorable, and centered on You. If there is any sin present, convict their hearts and lead them to repentance. Help them to flee from temptation and to pursue righteousness, faith, love, and peace (2 Timothy 2:22). If marriage is Your plan, prepare their hearts and make the path clear. If this is not Your will, give them the strength to surrender it to You and trust in Your perfect timing.
For any who may read this and do not yet know You, we pray that their eyes would be opened to the truth of the Gospel. Jesus Christ is the only way to the Father (John 14:6), and it is by His name alone that we are saved. There is no other name under heaven given among men by which we must be saved (Acts 4:12). May they turn to Him in faith, repenting of their sins and receiving the gift of eternal life.
We ask all these things in the precious and mighty name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. Amen.
