Please pray for a family who lost their youngest son at a young age a few days before Thanksgiving this year and is now also dealing with the anniversary of the death of a relative in their family who passed away years ago. They are believers but attending a church that may possibly hold to false teachings. Thank you.
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We come before the throne of grace with heavy hearts, lifting up this precious family who is walking through the valley of deep sorrow. The loss of a child is a pain that words cannot fully express, and the weight of grief compounded by anniversaries of loss can feel unbearable. We stand with them in their mourning, trusting in the God who collects every tear in His bottle and records each one in His book (Psalm 56:8).
Father, we ask You to wrap Your arms of comfort around this family. May they feel Your presence in a tangible way, knowing that You are near to the brokenhearted and save those who are crushed in spirit (Psalm 34:18). We pray that You would be their refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble (Psalm 46:1). Surround them with Your peace that surpasses all understanding, guarding their hearts and minds in Christ Jesus (Philippians 4:7).
Lord, we also lift up their spiritual well-being. It is concerning to hear that they may be attending a church that holds to false teachings. We pray that You would give them discernment through Your Holy Spirit to recognize truth from deception. Your Word warns us that false teachers will arise, even from among believers, and that we must test every spirit to see whether it is from You (1 John 4:1). We ask that You would lead them to a body of believers who hold fast to the truth of Scripture, where they can be nourished, encouraged, and built up in the faith.
We rebuke the spirit of deception that may be influencing their church, and we declare that the truth of Your Word will prevail in their lives. May they be rooted and grounded in the love of Christ, able to comprehend with all the saints what is the breadth and length and height and depth of Your love (Ephesians 3:17-19). We pray that they would hunger and thirst for righteousness, seeking Your face above all else (Matthew 5:6).
Father, we also pray for their physical and emotional strength during this difficult time. Grief can be exhausting, and we ask that You would sustain them with Your mighty power. Renew their strength like the eagles, so they may run and not grow weary, walk and not faint (Isaiah 40:31). Provide them with godly friends and family who can come alongside them, offering support, encouragement, and practical help.
Lord, we know that You are sovereign over all things, and nothing happens outside of Your will. Even in their pain, help them to trust in Your goodness and Your perfect plan. Remind them that their son is with You, free from pain and suffering, and that one day they will be reunited in Your presence. Until that day, may they live with hope, knowing that their labor in the Lord is not in vain (1 Corinthians 15:58).
We also pray for the anniversary of their relative’s passing. May this time be an opportunity for them to reflect on the hope of the resurrection and the promise of eternal life through Jesus Christ. Comfort them with the truth that those who die in Christ are absent from the body but present with the Lord (2 Corinthians 5:8). May they find solace in the knowledge that death has been swallowed up in victory through our Lord Jesus Christ (1 Corinthians 15:54).
Finally, Lord, we ask that You would draw this family closer to You through their grief. May their pain lead them to a deeper dependence on You, and may their testimony be a light to others who are walking through similar valleys. Use their story to bring glory to Your name and to point others to the hope found only in Jesus Christ.
In the mighty name of Jesus, we pray. Amen.
Father, we ask You to wrap Your arms of comfort around this family. May they feel Your presence in a tangible way, knowing that You are near to the brokenhearted and save those who are crushed in spirit (Psalm 34:18). We pray that You would be their refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble (Psalm 46:1). Surround them with Your peace that surpasses all understanding, guarding their hearts and minds in Christ Jesus (Philippians 4:7).
Lord, we also lift up their spiritual well-being. It is concerning to hear that they may be attending a church that holds to false teachings. We pray that You would give them discernment through Your Holy Spirit to recognize truth from deception. Your Word warns us that false teachers will arise, even from among believers, and that we must test every spirit to see whether it is from You (1 John 4:1). We ask that You would lead them to a body of believers who hold fast to the truth of Scripture, where they can be nourished, encouraged, and built up in the faith.
We rebuke the spirit of deception that may be influencing their church, and we declare that the truth of Your Word will prevail in their lives. May they be rooted and grounded in the love of Christ, able to comprehend with all the saints what is the breadth and length and height and depth of Your love (Ephesians 3:17-19). We pray that they would hunger and thirst for righteousness, seeking Your face above all else (Matthew 5:6).
Father, we also pray for their physical and emotional strength during this difficult time. Grief can be exhausting, and we ask that You would sustain them with Your mighty power. Renew their strength like the eagles, so they may run and not grow weary, walk and not faint (Isaiah 40:31). Provide them with godly friends and family who can come alongside them, offering support, encouragement, and practical help.
Lord, we know that You are sovereign over all things, and nothing happens outside of Your will. Even in their pain, help them to trust in Your goodness and Your perfect plan. Remind them that their son is with You, free from pain and suffering, and that one day they will be reunited in Your presence. Until that day, may they live with hope, knowing that their labor in the Lord is not in vain (1 Corinthians 15:58).
We also pray for the anniversary of their relative’s passing. May this time be an opportunity for them to reflect on the hope of the resurrection and the promise of eternal life through Jesus Christ. Comfort them with the truth that those who die in Christ are absent from the body but present with the Lord (2 Corinthians 5:8). May they find solace in the knowledge that death has been swallowed up in victory through our Lord Jesus Christ (1 Corinthians 15:54).
Finally, Lord, we ask that You would draw this family closer to You through their grief. May their pain lead them to a deeper dependence on You, and may their testimony be a light to others who are walking through similar valleys. Use their story to bring glory to Your name and to point others to the hope found only in Jesus Christ.
In the mighty name of Jesus, we pray. Amen.
We're here with you, dear family, in these heavy days of remembrance and sorrow. We've been thinking about you and your precious son, and we want you to know that you're not alone in your grief. The Lord is near to the brokenhearted, and He's walking every step of this journey with you.
We've been praying for you, asking God to wrap His loving arms around each of you, to be your refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. We've been asking Him to fill your hearts with His peace, the kind that surpasses all understanding, and to guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus.
We've also been lifting up your spiritual well-being, dear family. It's concerning to hear about the church you're attending, but we trust that God will give you discernment through His Holy Spirit. We've been praying that He would lead you to a body of believers who hold fast to the truth of Scripture, where you can be nourished, encouraged, and built up in the faith.
We've been asking God to sustain you with His mighty power during this difficult time. Grief can be exhausting, but we believe that He will renew your strength like the eagles, so you can run and not grow weary, walk and not faint. We've been praying for godly friends and family to come alongside you, offering support, encouragement, and practical help.
We know that God is sovereign over all things, and nothing happens outside of His will. Even in your pain, we've been asking Him to help you trust in His goodness and His perfect plan. We've been reminding you that your son is with Him, free from pain and suffering, and that one day, you will be reunited in His presence. Until that day, we've been praying that you would live with hope, knowing that your labor in the Lord is not in vain.
We've also been praying for the anniversary of your relative's passing. We've been asking God to comfort you with the truth of the resurrection and the promise of eternal life through Jesus Christ. We've been reminding you that those who die in Christ are absent from the body but present with the Lord.
Finally, we've been asking God to draw you closer to Him through your grief. We've been praying that your pain would lead you to a deeper dependence on Him, and that your testimony would be a light to others who are walking through similar valleys. We've been asking Him to use your story to bring glory to His name and to point others to the hope found only in Jesus Christ.
We're holding you up in prayer, dear family, and we're here for you. Please know that you're loved and cared for.
We've been praying for you, asking God to wrap His loving arms around each of you, to be your refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. We've been asking Him to fill your hearts with His peace, the kind that surpasses all understanding, and to guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus.
We've also been lifting up your spiritual well-being, dear family. It's concerning to hear about the church you're attending, but we trust that God will give you discernment through His Holy Spirit. We've been praying that He would lead you to a body of believers who hold fast to the truth of Scripture, where you can be nourished, encouraged, and built up in the faith.
We've been asking God to sustain you with His mighty power during this difficult time. Grief can be exhausting, but we believe that He will renew your strength like the eagles, so you can run and not grow weary, walk and not faint. We've been praying for godly friends and family to come alongside you, offering support, encouragement, and practical help.
We know that God is sovereign over all things, and nothing happens outside of His will. Even in your pain, we've been asking Him to help you trust in His goodness and His perfect plan. We've been reminding you that your son is with Him, free from pain and suffering, and that one day, you will be reunited in His presence. Until that day, we've been praying that you would live with hope, knowing that your labor in the Lord is not in vain.
We've also been praying for the anniversary of your relative's passing. We've been asking God to comfort you with the truth of the resurrection and the promise of eternal life through Jesus Christ. We've been reminding you that those who die in Christ are absent from the body but present with the Lord.
Finally, we've been asking God to draw you closer to Him through your grief. We've been praying that your pain would lead you to a deeper dependence on Him, and that your testimony would be a light to others who are walking through similar valleys. We've been asking Him to use your story to bring glory to His name and to point others to the hope found only in Jesus Christ.
We're holding you up in prayer, dear family, and we're here for you. Please know that you're loved and cared for.
Cinu
Beloved of All
Lord, we pray for this prayer and family for blessings healing and salvation. Heal and bless. May their lives be a praise and glory unto thee.
Come to the Lord's holy presence. Seek him with all your heart. Cling to his Word and meditate on it moment by moment by positive thoughts and joy in the heart (James 1:2-4), knowing that the Lord is good and to him be all the praise. Seek first God's kingdom and his righteousness (Matthew 6:33). Even though life may feel hard, the Lord's hand will be on you, and he will answer in his time. I am praying for you. Amen.
Some resources that might help.
Needs: - But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19(KJV)
Salvation: - So they said "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and you will be saved you and your household." Acts 16:31(NKJV)
Healing: - But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, And by His stripes we are healed. Isaiah 53:5(NKJV)
Fulfillment by the Holy Spirit: - Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts. Zechariah 4:6(KJV)
Persecutions: - But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you, Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you. Luke 6:27-28(KJV)
Help in Prayer
Dwelling and Thriving in God’s grace where everything happens for good (Romans 8:28)
Pray that the Lord may open the eyes of the nations affected by coronavirus (Specifically forces against God’s people)
sermons
Be a Prayer Warrior: “Praying for others”
Come to the Lord's holy presence. Seek him with all your heart. Cling to his Word and meditate on it moment by moment by positive thoughts and joy in the heart (James 1:2-4), knowing that the Lord is good and to him be all the praise. Seek first God's kingdom and his righteousness (Matthew 6:33). Even though life may feel hard, the Lord's hand will be on you, and he will answer in his time. I am praying for you. Amen.
Some resources that might help.
Needs: - But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19(KJV)
Salvation: - So they said "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and you will be saved you and your household." Acts 16:31(NKJV)
Healing: - But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, And by His stripes we are healed. Isaiah 53:5(NKJV)
Fulfillment by the Holy Spirit: - Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts. Zechariah 4:6(KJV)
Persecutions: - But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you, Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you. Luke 6:27-28(KJV)
Help in Prayer
Dwelling and Thriving in God’s grace where everything happens for good (Romans 8:28)
Pray that the Lord may open the eyes of the nations affected by coronavirus (Specifically forces against God’s people)
sermons
Be a Prayer Warrior: “Praying for others”
The Encourager
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I prayed that God in Jesus' name will answer your prayer request according to God's perfect love, wisdom, will, timing, grace, and mercy. God Loves You. Thank You Jesus!!!
Psalm 37:4: Delight yourself in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart.
Matthew 6:33: But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.
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.
God heal me in every area of my life. Deliver and cleanse me of everything in my life that doesn't honor You. Transform and renew my mind. Bless me with love, power, and a sound mind. Let the mind that is in Christ Jesus be in me. Bless me to have and operate with a God solution focused heart, mind, spirit, and attitude. Bless me to have a God Kingdom Culture Mentality. God be with me as a mighty warrior. Let no weapon formed against me prosper. Protect me from all the plans of my enemies and the plans of the enemy of my soul. God, all that I have asked of You, in this prayer, please do the same for the writer of the prayer, all those who love and care about me, and all those I love and care about. God, please forever honor this prayer over each of our lives. God Thank You. Amen, so be it by faith, and by faith, it is so. Prayer written by The Encourager-Prayer Warrior-Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach. www.theencourager.net
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Psalm 37:4: Delight yourself in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart.
Matthew 6:33: But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.
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.God heal me in every area of my life. Deliver and cleanse me of everything in my life that doesn't honor You. Transform and renew my mind. Bless me with love, power, and a sound mind. Let the mind that is in Christ Jesus be in me. Bless me to have and operate with a God solution focused heart, mind, spirit, and attitude. Bless me to have a God Kingdom Culture Mentality. God be with me as a mighty warrior. Let no weapon formed against me prosper. Protect me from all the plans of my enemies and the plans of the enemy of my soul. God, all that I have asked of You, in this prayer, please do the same for the writer of the prayer, all those who love and care about me, and all those I love and care about. God, please forever honor this prayer over each of our lives. God Thank You. Amen, so be it by faith, and by faith, it is so. Prayer written by The Encourager-Prayer Warrior-Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach. www.theencourager.net
Healed Spirit Soul And Body
Healed Spirit Soul And Body
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We want to thank you for the trust you placed in us to lift this precious family before the Lord in prayer. It has been heavy on our hearts to stand in the gap for them, especially during this season of remembrance that carries both fresh grief and lingering sorrow. We have prayed earnestly that God would wrap His arms around them, drawing them close to His heart as they navigate these painful anniversaries. We asked the Holy Spirit to be their Comforter in ways only He can, bringing peace that surpasses understanding and reminding them of the hope they have in Christ, even when the world feels uncertain.
We also prayed for discernment for this family as they worship among fellow believers. We asked the Lord to guard their hearts from confusion or doubt, to strengthen their faith, and to lead them into all truth by His Word. May they feel the nearness of God in their sorrow and the assurance of His love, even when circumstances are difficult to understand.
If the Lord has moved in a tangible way—whether through unexpected peace, a word of encouragement, or a renewed sense of His presence—we would be so grateful to hear how He has answered. Your praise report could be a blessing to others walking through similar valleys. If the weight of grief still feels overwhelming or the questions linger, please know we are still here to pray. We will continue to lift this family before the throne of grace, trusting that God is working even when we cannot see it.
May the Father of all comfort meet them in their sorrow, may Jesus Christ, the Resurrection and the Life, remind them of the hope they have in Him, and may the Holy Spirit minister to their hearts in ways only He can. We pray all these things in the mighty and merciful name of Jesus. Amen.
We also prayed for discernment for this family as they worship among fellow believers. We asked the Lord to guard their hearts from confusion or doubt, to strengthen their faith, and to lead them into all truth by His Word. May they feel the nearness of God in their sorrow and the assurance of His love, even when circumstances are difficult to understand.
If the Lord has moved in a tangible way—whether through unexpected peace, a word of encouragement, or a renewed sense of His presence—we would be so grateful to hear how He has answered. Your praise report could be a blessing to others walking through similar valleys. If the weight of grief still feels overwhelming or the questions linger, please know we are still here to pray. We will continue to lift this family before the throne of grace, trusting that God is working even when we cannot see it.
May the Father of all comfort meet them in their sorrow, may Jesus Christ, the Resurrection and the Life, remind them of the hope they have in Him, and may the Holy Spirit minister to their hearts in ways only He can. We pray all these things in the mighty and merciful name of Jesus. Amen.
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