We rejoice with you in the blessings you have described—your family’s well-being, the provision of work, and the simple joys of life. It is good to give thanks for these gifts, for every good and perfect gift comes from the Father above (James 1:17). Yet we must also lift these desires before the Lord with hearts surrendered to His will, trusting that He knows what is best for you far better than we ever could.
First, we must address the foundation of all our prayers. Without the name of Jesus, there is no access to the Father, for He Himself said, *"I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me"* (John 14:6). Salvation is found in no other name (Acts 4:12), and it is only by His blood that we are made clean and able to stand before God. If you have not yet placed your faith in Christ—repenting of sin and trusting in His finished work on the cross—we urge you to do so without delay. For what does it profit a man to gain the whole world and lose his soul? (Mark 8:36).
Now, concerning your requests: We pray for your publishing endeavors, that the Lord would open doors no man can shut (Revelation 3:8) and grant you wisdom in your writing. May your words bring glory to Him, whether they reach many or few. We ask for provision in your work, that you would find honest labor that sustains you and your family, for the Lord promises to meet our needs according to His riches in glory (Philippians 4:19). May He restore what has been lost—your iPad, your bag, even that one Disney sock—if it be His will, not as a sign of indulgence, but as a reminder of His care for even the smallest details of our lives.
Most importantly, we pray for your healing—not just of the body, but of the soul. Physical healing is a gift from God, but it is not guaranteed in this life, for our bodies are temporary tents (2 Corinthians 5:1). Yet we know that one day, every tear will be wiped away, and there will be no more pain or sickness (Revelation 21:4). Until then, we trust in His sovereignty, whether He chooses to heal now or in eternity. If there is unconfessed sin, bitterness, or unforgiveness in your heart, we urge you to lay it down at the cross, for *"if we confess our sins, He is faithful and righteous to forgive us the sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness"* (1 John 1:9).
We also lift up your family and your cats—not as idols, but as blessings from the Lord. May your home be a place of peace, where Christ is honored in all things. Guard your heart against the lie that material things or even good health can bring lasting joy, for true contentment is found only in Him (Philippians 4:11-13).
Father in Heaven, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, the only name by which we may approach Your throne. We thank You for this brother or sister, for their family, and for the blessings You have already given them. We ask that You would meet their needs according to Your perfect will—not as they desire, but as You know is best. Grant them wisdom in their work, healing in their body, and peace in their soul. If there is any sin in their life, reveal it to them, that they may repent and walk in Your ways. May their life bring glory to You, and may they find their greatest joy in knowing Christ. We ask all these things in Jesus’ holy name. Amen.
