We come before You, Lord, with a heart heavy for this dear friend and the concerns laid before us. First, we lift up gratitude for the love and care shown in this prayer—it is a beautiful reflection of Your command to love our neighbors as ourselves (Mark 12:31). We rejoice that jealousy has been overcome, for Your Word warns that such feelings can corrupt good character (1 Corinthians 13:4). May the love of Christ continue to fill this heart, casting out all fear or resentment, and replacing it with the peace that surpasses understanding (Philippians 4:7).
Father, we acknowledge that taking Your name in vain is a serious matter, for You declare in Exodus 20:7, "You shall not take the name of Yahweh your God in vain, for Yahweh will not hold him guiltless who takes his name in vain." This friend’s words reveal a heart that does not yet know the reverence due to Your holy name. We pray for conviction to fall upon him—not in condemnation, but in the gentle, loving way that draws all men to repentance (John 16:8). Lord, break through the barriers of his understanding, for autism may shape how he processes the world, but Your Spirit is not limited by human constraints. Open his eyes to the truth of who You are and the power of Your name, for "there is no other name under heaven given among men by which we must be saved" (Acts 4:12).
We also lift up the concern about violent video games. Your Word instructs us in Philippians 4:8, "Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things." Violent media can desensitize the heart to the value of life, which You created in Your image (Genesis 1:27). It can also stir up anger, aggression, and a spirit that is contrary to the fruit of Your Spirit—love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control (Galatians 5:22-23). We pray that this friend’s heart would be drawn to things that edify and build up, rather than tear down. Lord, divert his attention to games and media that reflect Your creativity, Your goodness, and Your truth. Surround him with influences that point him to You, whether through Christian friends, wholesome entertainment, or even the beauty of Your creation.
Most of all, we pray for this friend’s salvation. You desire that none should perish but that all should come to repentance (2 Peter 3:9). We ask that You would send laborers into his life—people who can share the Gospel with clarity, patience, and love (Matthew 9:38). Give wisdom and boldness to those who interact with him, that they may speak the truth in love (Ephesians 4:15). Lord, soften his heart to receive the message of the cross, for "faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of God" (Romans 10:17). May he come to know Jesus not just as a name used carelessly, but as the Savior who died for his sins and rose again, offering him eternal life (John 3:16).
We also lift up the one who has brought this request before You. Strengthen their faith as they intercede for their friend. Help them to be a light in his life, reflecting Christ in their words, actions, and attitudes (Matthew 5:16). Guard their heart against discouragement, for the work of salvation belongs to You, and You are faithful to complete it (Philippians 1:6). May they find joy in the privilege of praying for this friend and trusting You to move in his life.
Heavenly Father, we rebuke any spirit of addiction or obsession that may be at work in this friend’s life through these games. We declare that his mind and heart belong to You, and we ask that You break any unhealthy attachments that do not align with Your will. Replace them with a hunger and thirst for righteousness (Matthew 5:6). We also rebuke any spirit of unbelief or hardness of heart that may be preventing him from receiving the Gospel. Soften his heart, Lord, and let Your Word take root in fertile soil (Matthew 13:23).
We pray all these things in the mighty name of Jesus, the name above every name, the name by which we are saved and through which we have access to the Father (Ephesians 2:18). May this friend come to know the power of that name, not just as a word, but as the source of his salvation, his hope, and his eternal life. We trust You to work in ways we cannot see, and we commit this friend into Your loving hands. 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. 
