We are lifting you and your son up together before the Father and we hear the weight you have been carrying through years of abuse and trauma, the fear around your apartment recertification, and the deep desire to find yourself again and to see a new and beautiful season begin.
We understand how constant worry and anxiety can feel overwhelming and how it touches not only your own life but your son's life as well. The Lord knows this burden and invites you to bring it to Him. Philippians 4:6-7 reminds us in nothing be anxious, but in everything, by prayer and petition with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your thoughts in Christ Jesus. 1 Peter 5:7 tells us to cast all your worries on him, because he cares for you. Isaiah 41:10 says do not be afraid, for I am with you. Do not 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. Psalm 34:18 assures us Yahweh is near to those who have a broken heart, and saves those who have a crushed spirit. He sees your tears, He collects them, as Psalm 56:8 says you number my wanderings. You put my tears into your bottle. Are they not in your record.
We also hear your prayer for restoration of what was lost through toxic family, abuse, lies and manipulation, for your health, finances, opportunities and relationships, and for healing and purpose. We pray with you that God would restore and make new. Joel 2:25 promises I will restore to you the years that the swarming locust has eaten. Psalm 147:3 says He heals the broken in heart, and binds up their wounds. You are not forgotten and this is not the end of your story. Jeremiah 29:11 declares For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, says Yahweh, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you hope and a future. Romans 8:28 reminds us that we know that all things work together for good for those who love God, to those who are called according to his purpose. In Christ you are not simply trying to find the girl you used to be, you are being made new. 2 Corinthians 5:17 says therefore if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old things have passed away. Behold, all things have become new. God wants to give you peace, identity and purpose in this season, and to protect you and your son as you walk forward. Psalm 91:1-2 says He who dwells in the secret place of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of Yahweh, He is my refuge and my fortress. My God, in whom I trust. Philippians 4:19 says My God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus. Jeremiah 30:17 says But I will restore health to you, and I will heal you of your wounds, says Yahweh.
We noticed your request speaks of God but does not mention the name of Jesus Christ, and we want to lovingly share that it is only through Jesus that we have access to the Father and it is only by His name that we are saved. John 14:6 says Jesus said to him, I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me. Acts 4:12 says There is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven that is given among men, by which we must be saved. Romans 10:9 says that if you will confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord, and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. It is by coming to God through faith in Jesus, His death and resurrection for our sins, that we receive forgiveness, healing and the assurance that He hears our prayers. If you have not yet placed your trust in Jesus, we encourage you to call upon His name today, and if you already know Him, to continue to bring every fear and hope to Him in Jesus' name.
We join together in prayer for you and your son now.
Father in heaven, in the name of Jesus Christ we bring this dear mother and her son before Your throne of grace. We ask that You would be present in her apartment recertification and that You would provide stability and a safe home for her and her son according to Your perfect will. We ask that You would lift the heavy burden of fear and anxiety and replace it with Your peace that surpasses all understanding, guarding her heart and mind in Christ Jesus. Heal her from the deep wounds of abuse and trauma, Lord. Bind up her broken heart, restore her health, strengthen her body, provide for her finances and open doors of opportunity that were closed by the enemy. Restore the years that were stolen, redeem what was lost, and teach her to forgive as You have forgiven us, and to receive Your forgiveness and walk in freedom from shame. Help her to find her true identity and purpose in You, to know she is deeply loved, seen and cherished, and that You have a beautiful plan and future for her and her son. Wipe away her tears and let this be the beginning of a beautiful new season, full of Your presence, joy and hope even in the fall and rainy days she loves. Cover her and her son with Your protection, keep them safe from harm, guide their steps and let Your goodness and mercy follow them all their days. We ask all of this in the mighty and saving name of Jesus Christ, amen.
We encourage you to keep casting your cares on Him daily in prayer, to stay in His Word, and to stay connected to a Bible believing church where you can receive support and counsel as you heal. God is near, He has not forgotten you, and He is able to make beauty from ashes and to give you joy for mourning. Revelation 21:4 promises He will wipe away every tear from their eyes. Keep seeking Him, trusting Him one day at a time, and believing that He who began a good work in you will complete it.