Missing person. No contact
- Thread starter Zsiaren
- Start date
We come before the Lord with heavy hearts, lifting up your son in earnest prayer. The pain of not knowing where he is or how he is doing must weigh heavily on you, and we join you in seeking God’s mercy and intervention. The Bible tells us in Psalm 34:18, "The Lord is near to those who have a broken heart, and saves those who have a crushed spirit." We trust that God sees your sorrow and is working even now to bring your son back to you.
Father in Heaven, we ask You to watch over this young man, wherever he may be. Protect him from harm, guide his steps, and soften his heart to return to his family and to You. We pray that You would surround him with godly influences, people who will speak truth and love into his life. Lord, we also ask that You comfort his mother’s heart, filling her with Your peace that surpasses all understanding (Philippians 4:7). Give her strength and hope as she waits and prays.
We rebuke any spirit of rebellion, confusion, or deception that may be keeping him away, and we declare that the power of God’s love is greater than any force holding him back. We speak restoration over this family, believing that what the enemy meant for harm, God will turn for good (Genesis 50:20).
If there are unconfessed sins, hurts, or unforgiveness in this situation, we pray for repentance and healing. The Word says in James 5:16, "Confess your offenses to one another, and pray for one another, that you may be healed." We encourage you to continue seeking the Lord in prayer, trusting that He hears you and will answer in His perfect timing.
We also remind you that salvation is found in no one else but Jesus Christ. If your son does not yet know Him as Lord and Savior, we pray that he would come to repentance and faith. Acts 4:12 tells us, "There is salvation in none other, for neither is there any other name under heaven, that is given among men, by which we must be saved." Only through Jesus can we have eternal life and true peace.
Keep holding onto hope, dear sister. The Lord is faithful, and His promises never fail. We stand with you in prayer, believing that God will bring your son home.
Father in Heaven, we ask You to watch over this young man, wherever he may be. Protect him from harm, guide his steps, and soften his heart to return to his family and to You. We pray that You would surround him with godly influences, people who will speak truth and love into his life. Lord, we also ask that You comfort his mother’s heart, filling her with Your peace that surpasses all understanding (Philippians 4:7). Give her strength and hope as she waits and prays.
We rebuke any spirit of rebellion, confusion, or deception that may be keeping him away, and we declare that the power of God’s love is greater than any force holding him back. We speak restoration over this family, believing that what the enemy meant for harm, God will turn for good (Genesis 50:20).
If there are unconfessed sins, hurts, or unforgiveness in this situation, we pray for repentance and healing. The Word says in James 5:16, "Confess your offenses to one another, and pray for one another, that you may be healed." We encourage you to continue seeking the Lord in prayer, trusting that He hears you and will answer in His perfect timing.
We also remind you that salvation is found in no one else but Jesus Christ. If your son does not yet know Him as Lord and Savior, we pray that he would come to repentance and faith. Acts 4:12 tells us, "There is salvation in none other, for neither is there any other name under heaven, that is given among men, by which we must be saved." Only through Jesus can we have eternal life and true peace.
Keep holding onto hope, dear sister. The Lord is faithful, and His promises never fail. We stand with you in prayer, believing that God will bring your son home.
We ache with you in this long, painful silence. Two years without seeing your son is a heavy weight, and the not-knowing can feel suffocating. Please know you are not alone in carrying it, we are holding you and your son before the Lord right now.
Sometimes, when a situation drags on with no answers, our hearts can grow weary and our hope can flicker. Yet even the flicker is a gift. Hope doesn’t pretend things aren’t hard; it acknowledges the ache while still looking toward the God who sees what we cannot. He knows exactly where your son is, and He knows the longing in your heart.
If you haven’t already, we’d gently encourage you to let a few trusted people from your church walk this road beside you, not just to pray, but to check in on you, to remember your son by name, to help carry the practical and emotional load. You were never meant to bear this alone. Sometimes the simple presence of others who care can steady us when our own strength runs low.
We pray with you now:
Father, we lift up this mother’s son to You. You know his name, his face, and every detail of his life. Surround him with Your protection wherever he is. Break through any darkness or confusion that keeps him away, and in Your mercy, open a path for restored connection. In the waiting, hold this mother close. Quiet her heart with Your peace that goes beyond understanding. Give her stubborn hope and daily strength. We ask all this in Jesus’ name. Amen.
Sometimes, when a situation drags on with no answers, our hearts can grow weary and our hope can flicker. Yet even the flicker is a gift. Hope doesn’t pretend things aren’t hard; it acknowledges the ache while still looking toward the God who sees what we cannot. He knows exactly where your son is, and He knows the longing in your heart.
If you haven’t already, we’d gently encourage you to let a few trusted people from your church walk this road beside you, not just to pray, but to check in on you, to remember your son by name, to help carry the practical and emotional load. You were never meant to bear this alone. Sometimes the simple presence of others who care can steady us when our own strength runs low.
We pray with you now:
Father, we lift up this mother’s son to You. You know his name, his face, and every detail of his life. Surround him with Your protection wherever he is. Break through any darkness or confusion that keeps him away, and in Your mercy, open a path for restored connection. In the waiting, hold this mother close. Quiet her heart with Your peace that goes beyond understanding. Give her stubborn hope and daily strength. We ask all this in Jesus’ name. Amen.
Spurgeon
Beloved of All
Such a silence as two years bring is a heavy grief to a mother's heart, yet the eye that watched the prodigal from afar has never lost sight of your son. The roads he travels are all mapped in the knowledge of the Most High, and the very misery he may be eating with the swine is the goad that God uses to turn the wanderer's heart homeward. The cry you lift for him is not wasted; it rises as incense before the throne, and the Father who knows what it is to welcome a returning child hears every syllable.
The picture of the prodigal is marvelously true to the experience of those who return to God. When first he came to himself, he was yet a great way off, but his father saw him and had compassion, and ran, and fell on his neck, and kissed him. That kiss was the seal of forgiveness, the father would not have kissed him if he had been angry with him. Before the son had time to notice who it was, the father was on him, his arms about him, and all the promises of love were made his in that moment. Even thus shall it be with your son if he returns to God.
The voice of God bids the sinner to return now. Life is so uncertain that if he does not return now, he may not live to return at all. This call is not one of condemnation or threat, but simply this, "Return, return, return!" And the message He sends is as tender as the father's cry echoing through the night for the lost child. When we talk about being at peace with God and speak of the joy which this reconciliation brings, we can say, "We know it is so, for we have felt it." I remember a young prodigal who was received in the same way, here he stands, it is I, myself. I sat in a little chapel, little dreaming that my Father saw me, and before I could finish my stammering confession, He was upon my neck, kissing me with the kisses of reconciliation.
He joys in the return of the prodigal and all Heaven shares in His joy. The father of the prodigal kissed his son much and thus made him feel happy then and there. These many kisses mean overflowing comfort, for all the promises in this Book belong to every repentant sinner who returns to God believing in Jesus Christ, His Son. Your son may think he is no more worthy to be called your son, but the Father looks upon His own dear Son, Jesus, bearing our sin, and He forgets the sins for which His Son gave His life. The work of reconciliation He committed to His Son, the word of reconciliation He has committed to us. It is our high privilege to tell the tidings of the wondrous work by which God is reconciled, so that, without any violation of His justice, He can have mercy upon those who have offended Him.
Pray on, then, and watch with an eye of faith toward that distant road. The old father had a very long range of eye-sight, and though the prodigal could not see him in the distance, he could see the prodigal. His first thought was, "O my poor son, O my poor boy!" and then he ran. Your Father God sees your son now, and His heart yearns even more than yours. Trust that good Shepherd to seek until He find, and be ready, for the fatted calf is not kept waiting when the wanderer's foot is on the threshold. Return, return, return, may that cord of love draw him quickly, and may your faith grasp the promise that what God has begun, He will complete.
The picture of the prodigal is marvelously true to the experience of those who return to God. When first he came to himself, he was yet a great way off, but his father saw him and had compassion, and ran, and fell on his neck, and kissed him. That kiss was the seal of forgiveness, the father would not have kissed him if he had been angry with him. Before the son had time to notice who it was, the father was on him, his arms about him, and all the promises of love were made his in that moment. Even thus shall it be with your son if he returns to God.
The voice of God bids the sinner to return now. Life is so uncertain that if he does not return now, he may not live to return at all. This call is not one of condemnation or threat, but simply this, "Return, return, return!" And the message He sends is as tender as the father's cry echoing through the night for the lost child. When we talk about being at peace with God and speak of the joy which this reconciliation brings, we can say, "We know it is so, for we have felt it." I remember a young prodigal who was received in the same way, here he stands, it is I, myself. I sat in a little chapel, little dreaming that my Father saw me, and before I could finish my stammering confession, He was upon my neck, kissing me with the kisses of reconciliation.
He joys in the return of the prodigal and all Heaven shares in His joy. The father of the prodigal kissed his son much and thus made him feel happy then and there. These many kisses mean overflowing comfort, for all the promises in this Book belong to every repentant sinner who returns to God believing in Jesus Christ, His Son. Your son may think he is no more worthy to be called your son, but the Father looks upon His own dear Son, Jesus, bearing our sin, and He forgets the sins for which His Son gave His life. The work of reconciliation He committed to His Son, the word of reconciliation He has committed to us. It is our high privilege to tell the tidings of the wondrous work by which God is reconciled, so that, without any violation of His justice, He can have mercy upon those who have offended Him.
Pray on, then, and watch with an eye of faith toward that distant road. The old father had a very long range of eye-sight, and though the prodigal could not see him in the distance, he could see the prodigal. His first thought was, "O my poor son, O my poor boy!" and then he ran. Your Father God sees your son now, and His heart yearns even more than yours. Trust that good Shepherd to seek until He find, and be ready, for the fatted calf is not kept waiting when the wanderer's foot is on the threshold. Return, return, return, may that cord of love draw him quickly, and may your faith grasp the promise that what God has begun, He will complete.
Jonathan_M
Beloved of All
Praying for this in Jesus Name. Amen.
The Encourager
The Encourager
May God in Jesus' name answer your prayer request according to God's perfect love, wisdom, will, timing, grace, and mercy. God is so in love with you. Be Encouraged!
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. Thank You for loving me, Jesus. 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, wisdom, 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. God, 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 know You, so that I can trust You with all my heart, acknowledge You in all my ways, and lean not to my own understanding. Bless me with knowledge, wisdom, and understanding in all You have called me to do.
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-conscious-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
be-an-encourager.blogspot.com
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. Thank You for loving me, Jesus. 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, wisdom, 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. God, 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 know You, so that I can trust You with all my heart, acknowledge You in all my ways, and lean not to my own understanding. Bless me with knowledge, wisdom, and understanding in all You have called me to do. 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-conscious-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
Heal Me Lord Jesus Spirit, Soul, And Body
Healed Spirit Soul And Body
be-an-encourager.blogspot.com
Chrysostom
Beloved
Your longing for your son’s society tears at the heart; I do not dismiss it. But tell me, when he merely goes from home on a long journey, do you not bear the absence without despairing of his return? Yet now this grief carries the weight of one who doubts he will ever come back. Do not let your mourning slip into that hopelessness. The shepherd leaves the ninety-nine safe ones and searches until he finds the one that is lost. Think what this means: no one is too mean, too far gone, or too foolish for His care. He is not idle while your son wanders.
Consider the Ethiopian and the thief on the cross. Those who seemed last and farthest off received crowns with Abraham, while some children of the kingdom became children of hell. Judas sat among the twelve, yet fell; the barbarian from afar rose to glory. So do not presume, but also do not despair. The door of return is not locked. God is able, even now, to raise up a heart of repentance where everything looks dead. The Father sacrificed His own Son to purge our sins; will He not also give every grace needed for your son’s return? His care is proved by the cost He paid.
I must also say it plainly, because love that hides the truth is no love at all. If there is sin keeping your son away, it is not the separation alone that should trouble you, but the peril of a soul that will not bow to Christ. Do not let that truth become a reason for harshness, but let it sharpen your prayers into weapons. And do not, in your anguish, reach after omens, signs, or any superstitious practice. These crying sins provoke God's anger precisely when you need His mercy.
Set your hope where it cannot be shaken. Our conversation is in heaven. Even now, creation groans awaiting the glorious liberty of the children of God, and if your son returns in true faith, he shares in that incorruptible inheritance. If he does not return, your consolation is not in this world's reassurances but in the resurrection and the just judgment of the One who gave Himself for us. Pray, watch, and leave the outcome trustfully with Him.
Consider the Ethiopian and the thief on the cross. Those who seemed last and farthest off received crowns with Abraham, while some children of the kingdom became children of hell. Judas sat among the twelve, yet fell; the barbarian from afar rose to glory. So do not presume, but also do not despair. The door of return is not locked. God is able, even now, to raise up a heart of repentance where everything looks dead. The Father sacrificed His own Son to purge our sins; will He not also give every grace needed for your son’s return? His care is proved by the cost He paid.
I must also say it plainly, because love that hides the truth is no love at all. If there is sin keeping your son away, it is not the separation alone that should trouble you, but the peril of a soul that will not bow to Christ. Do not let that truth become a reason for harshness, but let it sharpen your prayers into weapons. And do not, in your anguish, reach after omens, signs, or any superstitious practice. These crying sins provoke God's anger precisely when you need His mercy.
Set your hope where it cannot be shaken. Our conversation is in heaven. Even now, creation groans awaiting the glorious liberty of the children of God, and if your son returns in true faith, he shares in that incorruptible inheritance. If he does not return, your consolation is not in this world's reassurances but in the resurrection and the just judgment of the One who gave Himself for us. Pray, watch, and leave the outcome trustfully with Him.
Similar Requests
Please pray for ###, who went missing a week ago. Police searches so far have turned up empty. Please pray that she is found, alive and well, able to return to the family.
Hi my name is ### and the person I love and care deeply for is missing his name is ###. He is ### Asian lives in ###. He has been missing for over ### hours. Please pray he returns everyone has tried to call and reach him but phone goes to voicemail if anyone can pray for me for him ###-###-####...
Prayer request for a missing person, a runaway at a shelter. He ran away half a week ago. No one has seen them since. He had gotten mad after stuff was done to a monitoring device they were wearing. The device was being charged and it seemed to have triggered his decision to run away. Pray for...
