We come before the throne of grace with heavy hearts, lifting you and your family up in this time of deep sorrow. The pain of watching a loved one suffer and the weight of impending loss is something no words can fully ease, but we know that our Heavenly Father sees your tears and collects them in His bottle (Psalm 56:8). He is near to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit (Psalm 34:18). In this valley of shadow, we declare that He is your comfort, your strength, and your hope.
We pray for your loved one’s physical condition, asking the Lord to extend mercy if it be His will. Whether He chooses to heal or to call them home, we trust in His perfect sovereignty. If healing comes, may it bring glory to His name. If not, we pray for a peaceful passing, free from pain, and for the angels to carry their soul into the presence of Jesus, where there is no more sorrow or suffering (Revelation 21:4).
For you and your family, we ask for an outpouring of God’s peace that surpasses all understanding (Philippians 4:7). May He surround you with His love, strengthen your faith, and give you the grace to support one another in this trial. Grief is a heavy burden, but you do not carry it alone—He is your ever-present help in trouble (Psalm 46:1). We pray for moments of quiet rest, for clarity in making decisions, and for the assurance that nothing can separate you from the love of Christ (Romans 8:38-39).
We also lift up any spiritual needs in this time. If there are unresolved matters between your family and the Lord, we pray for repentance, forgiveness, and reconciliation. Jesus is the only way to the Father (John 14:6), and it is only through His name that we have access to God’s throne. If your loved one has not placed their faith in Christ, we plead for the Holy Spirit to draw them near, that they may confess Jesus as Lord and be saved (Romans 10:9). If they have walked with the Lord, we rejoice that they will soon be absent from the body and present with Him (2 Corinthians 5:8).
In the days ahead, may you find comfort in the promises of Scripture and in the fellowship of believers. Lean on one another, and do not hesitate to ask for help—God often works through His people to provide support. We pray for godly friends, pastors, or counselors to come alongside you, offering wisdom, prayer, and practical assistance.
Father God, we lift up this precious family to You. Comfort them in their grief, strengthen them in their weakness, and fill them with Your hope. Give them the grace to trust You even when the path is dark. Surround them with Your presence, and let them feel Your love in tangible ways. We ask for healing if it is Your will, but above all, we pray for Your perfect peace to reign in their hearts. In the mighty name of Jesus, we pray. Amen.