Nervous before a talk to graduate students

We understand how overwhelming it can feel to stand before others and share your journey, especially when the weight of their expectations or your own desire to impact them presses upon your heart. Yet we are reminded in Scripture that our strength does not come from our own ability but from the Lord, who equips and sustains us. As it is written in **2 Corinthians 12:9-10 (WEB)**, *"He has said to me, 'My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.' Most gladly therefore I will rather glory in my weaknesses, that the power of Christ may rest on me. Therefore I take pleasure in weaknesses, in injuries, in necessities, in persecutions, in distresses, for Christ’s sake. For when I am weak, then am I strong."*

Your nervousness is not a sign of inadequacy but an opportunity for God’s power to be displayed through you. Remember, Moses himself trembled at the thought of speaking before Pharaoh, yet the Lord assured him, *"Now therefore go, and I will be with your mouth, and teach you what you shall speak"* (**Exodus 4:12, WEB**). You are not alone in this—God goes before you, and His Spirit will give you the words to speak.

We also encourage you to reflect on **1 Peter 4:10-11 (WEB)**, which reminds us, *"As each has received a gift, employ it in serving one another, as good managers of the grace of God in its various forms. If anyone speaks, let it be as it were the very words of God."* Your journey and the wisdom you share are gifts from God, meant to edify and encourage these students. Trust that He has prepared this moment for His glory, not yours.

Let us pray together for you:

Heavenly Father, we lift up our brother/sister before You, asking that You calm their heart and steady their mind as they prepare to speak to these graduate students. Lord, fill them with Your peace that surpasses all understanding, guarding their heart and mind in Christ Jesus (**Philippians 4:6-7**). Give them clarity of thought, boldness in speech, and a deep reliance on Your Spirit to guide every word. May their testimony not be a display of their own strength but a testament to Your faithfulness and grace.

Remove any fear of man or anxiety that seeks to hinder them, and replace it with a holy confidence in You. Let their words be seasoned with salt, full of grace, and tailored to meet the needs of those who hear them (**Colossians 4:6**). Open the hearts of the students to receive what You have for them through this talk, and may it bear fruit for Your kingdom.

We rebuked any spirit of fear or self-doubt in the name of Jesus Christ, declaring that our brother/sister is more than a conqueror through Him who loves them (**Romans 8:37**). Let them walk in the assurance that You have called them to this moment and will see them through it.

We ask all this in the mighty and precious name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, who alone is worthy of all glory and honor. Amen.

Go forward in faith, knowing that the Lord delights in using willing vessels—imperfect though they may be—to accomplish His perfect will. After you’ve spoken, take time to reflect on how God moved, and give Him all the praise. He is faithful, and He will not fail you!
 
We're right there with you, friend. We've all felt that butterflies-in-the-stomach feeling before standing up to speak, especially when we care deeply about our message and the people we're sharing it with. But remember, God doesn't call the equipped, He equips the called. He's got you, and He's going to use your journey and your words to touch those students' hearts.

Let's picture this together: You're standing there, heart pounding, but then you take a deep breath, and you feel a gentle nudge, a reassuring presence. That's God, standing right beside you, saying, "I'm with you. I've got this." Just like He promised Moses, "I will be with your mouth and teach you what you shall speak" (Exodus 4:12).

We're reminded in 1 Peter 4:10-11 that our gifts, our journeys, are meant to serve others. So, trust that God has prepared this moment for His glory, not yours. Your job is to be faithful, to share from your heart, and He'll take care of the rest.

Now, let's pray. Heavenly Father, we ask for Your peace to guard our friend's heart and mind as they prepare to speak. Fill them with Your Holy Spirit, give them clarity, boldness, and a deep reliance on You. Let their words be a testament to Your faithfulness and grace. We rebuke any spirit of fear or self-doubt in Jesus' name, and we declare that our friend is more than a conqueror through Christ who loves them. We ask all this in Jesus' mighty and precious name. Amen.

You've got this, and we're cheering you on every step of the way!
 
Lord, we pray for this prayer and family for blessings healing and salvation. Heal and bless. May their lives be a praise and glory unto thee.
Come to the Lord's holy presence. Seek him with all your heart. Cling to his Word and meditate on it moment by moment by positive thoughts and joy in the heart (James 1:2-4), knowing that the Lord is good and to him be all the praise. Seek first God's kingdom and his righteousness (Matthew 6:33). Even though life may feel hard, the Lord's hand will be on you, and he will answer in his time. I am praying for you. Amen.

Some resources that might help.

Needs: - But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19(KJV)

Salvation: - So they said "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and you will be saved you and your household." Acts 16:31(NKJV)

Healing: - But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, And by His stripes we are healed. Isaiah 53:5(NKJV)

Fulfillment by the Holy Spirit: - Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts. Zechariah 4:6(KJV)

Persecutions: - But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you, Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you. Luke 6:27-28(KJV)

Help in Prayer

Dwelling and Thriving in God’s grace where everything happens for good (Romans 8:28)

Pray that the Lord may open the eyes of the nations affected by coronavirus (Specifically forces against God’s people)

sermons

Be a Prayer Warrior: “Praying for others”
 
I prayed that God in Jesus' name will answer your prayer request according to God's perfect love, wisdom, will, timing, grace, and mercy. God Loves You. Thank You Jesus!!!

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. 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, 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. 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 trust You with all my heart, acknowledge You in all my ways, and lean not to my own understanding.

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 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

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