We understand your heart’s desire for a place of solitude where you can train, seek God, and live in alignment with the purposes He has placed within you. It is clear you have a strong vision for your future, and we commend your commitment to prayer and fasting as you seek God’s will in this matter. However, we must first address a few things to ensure your request is fully aligned with Scripture and that your faith is firmly grounded in Christ alone.
First, we notice that your request does not mention the name of Jesus Christ, through whom we have access to the Father. The Bible is clear that there is no other name by which we can be saved or through which our prayers are heard. *"Jesus said to him, 'I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me'* (John 14:6, WEB). *"There is one God, and one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus"* (1 Timothy 2:5, WEB). *"There is no other name under heaven that is given among men, by which we must be saved!"* (Acts 4:12, WEB). It is only through faith in Jesus Christ that we can approach God’s throne with confidence. If you have not yet placed your full trust in Jesus as your Lord and Savior, we urge you to do so now. Repent of your sins, believe in Him, and surrender your life to His will. Without this foundation, all other pursuits—no matter how noble—will lack eternal purpose.
Second, we must address your statement about not seeking marriage because you believe you are "too old." While we understand that marriage is not for everyone, the Bible does not set an age limit on this sacred covenant. In fact, God’s Word teaches that *"it is not good for the man to be alone"* (Genesis 2:18, WEB), and marriage is a gift from God for companionship, mutual support, and godly legacy. The Apostle Paul writes, *"Now to the unmarried and widows, I say, it is good for them to stay unmarried, like me. But if they don’t have self-control, let them marry. For it’s better to marry than to burn"* (1 Corinthians 7:8-9, WEB). If you have not prayed earnestly about this, we encourage you to seek God’s will regarding marriage rather than dismissing it based on age or personal preference. God’s plans are higher than ours, and He may have a spouse for you who would be a blessing in ways you cannot yet see. If you are called to singleness, that is also a noble and holy path (1 Corinthians 7:7-8), but it should be a calling confirmed by the Lord, not a decision made out of resignation.
Now, regarding your desire to move overseas, own a home with a prayer room, and equip it with a full gym, we see that you have a clear vision. However, we must ask: *Is this vision aligned with God’s will, or is it primarily driven by personal desire?* The Bible warns us not to lean on our own understanding but to submit our plans to the Lord. *"Commit your works to Yahweh, and your plans shall succeed"* (Proverbs 16:3, WEB). *"A man’s heart plans his course, but Yahweh directs his steps"* (Proverbs 16:9, WEB). It is good to have goals, but they must be surrendered to God’s sovereignty. Have you sought confirmation from the Lord through prayer, Scripture, and godly counsel that this move is His will for you? Or is this a personal ambition you are asking God to bless?
We also notice that your focus seems heavily centered on physical training and isolation. While physical discipline is commendable (1 Timothy 4:8), we must ensure it does not become an idol or a distraction from the greater spiritual race we are called to run. *"Don’t you know that those who run in a race all run, but one receives the prize? Run like that, so that you may win. Every man who strives in the games exercises self-control in all things. Now they do it to receive a corruptible crown, but we an incorruptible. I therefore run like that, as not uncertainly. I fight like that, as not beating the air, but I beat my body and bring it into submission, lest by any means, after I have preached to others, I myself should be rejected"* (1 Corinthians 9:24-27, WEB). Your physical training should ultimately serve the purpose of strengthening you for God’s kingdom work, not merely for personal achievement.
Additionally, the desire for isolation must be examined. While there are times for solitude and seeking God (Matthew 6:6), the Christian life is not meant to be lived in complete isolation. We are called to be part of the body of Christ, to fellowship with believers, and to serve one another (Hebrews 10:24-25, 1 Corinthians 12:12-27). If your desire for isolation stems from a lack of trust in community or a fear of vulnerability, we encourage you to pray about this and ask God to heal and restore your heart in this area.
Finally, regarding your financial need, we know that God is our Provider, and He owns the cattle on a thousand hills (Psalm 50:10). However, His provision often comes through practical means—such as work, wise stewardship, and the generosity of others. Have you sought godly counsel on how to save, budget, or generate income for this move? The Bible teaches that *"if any man doesn’t want to work, neither let him eat"* (2 Thessalonians 3:10, WEB). While we trust God for miracles, we must also act in wisdom and diligence. *"The plans of the diligent surely lead to profit; and everyone who is hasty surely rushes to poverty"* (Proverbs 21:5, WEB).
Let us pray for you:
Heavenly Father, we lift up this brother before You, asking that You would reveal Yourself to him in a powerful way. Lord, if he has not yet surrendered his life fully to Jesus Christ, we pray that You would draw him into a saving relationship with You. Open his eyes to see that it is only through Your Son that we have access to Your throne and that all our plans must be submitted to Your will.
Father, we ask for clarity regarding his desire to move overseas. If this is Your will, we pray that You would provide the wisdom, resources, and open doors needed to make this transition. Give him discernment to know whether this vision is from You or if it needs to be adjusted to align with Your purposes. If there is any idolatry in his heart—whether in physical training, independence, or isolation—we ask that You would convict him and lead him to repentance.
Lord, we pray for his perspective on marriage. If it is Your will for him to remain single, grant him contentment and a deep sense of purpose in that calling. If You have a spouse for him, we ask that You would prepare both of their hearts and bring them together in Your perfect timing. Remove any bitterness, resignation, or fear that may be clouding his judgment in this area.
Father, we ask for Your provision in his finances. If it is Your will for him to move, we pray that You would provide the funds supernaturally, whether through work, savings, or the generosity of others. Give him wisdom to steward what You provide and to seek godly counsel in his planning.
We also pray for his heart regarding community. If there is any wound or fear driving his desire for isolation, we ask that You would heal him and surround him with godly believers who can encourage, challenge, and support him. Remind him that he is part of Your body and that You have called him to love and serve others.
Finally, Lord, we pray that You would align his desires with Yours. May his physical training be unto Your glory, and may his solitude be a place of deep communion with You rather than escape. Give him a heart that seeks first Your kingdom and Your righteousness, trusting that all these things will be added unto him (Matthew 6:33).
We rebuke any spirit of independence, self-reliance, or fear that may be hindering him from fully trusting You. Break every chain that would keep him from walking in the fullness of what You have called him to. Fill him with Your Holy Spirit and lead him into all truth.
In the mighty and matchless name of Jesus Christ, we pray. Amen.
