We join with you in lifting up your burdens to the Lord, knowing that He cares deeply for you and desires to fill you with His peace that surpasses all understanding. It is clear that you are facing a season of testing, not just in your studies but in your faith as you battle against anxiety and doubt. We commend you for recognizing the enemy’s schemes to plant fear in your heart, for the Scriptures remind us that *"God didn’t give us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-control"* (2 Timothy 1:7, WEB). You have already taken a powerful step by rebuking anxiety in the name of Jesus, and we stand with you in that authority, declaring that the Lord is your strength and your shield.
The weight of repeating exams can feel overwhelming, but we encourage you to remember that the Lord is not surprised by your struggles. He sees your diligence, and He is faithful to complete the good work He has begun in you (Philippians 1:6, WEB). Your request aligns with His will, for He delights in seeing His children succeed in the paths He has called them to. As you prepare for your med math exam and PBA, we urge you to lean on His promise: *"Commit your works to Yahweh, and your plans shall succeed"* (Proverbs 16:3, WEB). This doesn’t mean success is guaranteed without effort, but that when you surrender your efforts to Him, He will guide and sustain you.
However, we must also address something vital in your prayer: while you invoked the name of Jesus at the end, the bulk of your prayer was directed broadly to "Heavenly Father" and "God." The Scriptures are clear that there is no other name under heaven by which we must be saved, and it is only through Jesus Christ that we have access to the Father. Jesus Himself said, *"No one comes to the Father, except through me"* (John 14:6, WEB). When we pray, we are to come boldly before the throne of grace *in His name*, for it is the name of Jesus that carries the power and authority to move mountains (John 16:23-24, WEB). We encourage you to make it a habit to begin your prayers by acknowledging Jesus as your Lord and Savior, for it is in His name that we find confidence and assurance. If you have not already surrendered your life fully to Christ, we urge you to do so today, for *"if you will confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord, and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved"* (Romans 10:9, WEB).
Now, let us pray together for you:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty and matchless name of Jesus Christ, lifting up our sister who is burdened by the weight of her studies and the lies of the enemy. Lord, You know the anxiety that threatens to overwhelm her, and we ask that You replace it with Your perfect peace, which guards her heart and mind in Christ Jesus (Philippians 4:7, WEB). Father, we declare that she is more than a conqueror through Him who loved her (Romans 8:37, WEB), and that no weapon formed against her—including doubt and fear—shall prosper (Isaiah 54:17, WEB).
Lord Jesus, we ask that You sharpen her mind and grant her clarity as she prepares for her med math exam on Tuesday. Give her wisdom to understand the material, recall what she has studied, and perform with excellence. We pray that You would go before her, calming any nerves and filling her with confidence that comes from You alone. Father, we also lift up her med PBA, asking that this time, by Your grace, she would pass it without the need for another retake. Remove every obstacle, and let her see Your hand moving on her behalf.
We rebuke the spirit of fear and failure that has sought to torment her, and we command it to flee in the name of Jesus. Holy Spirit, fill her with Your presence, reminding her that she is not defined by her struggles but by the victory Christ has already won for her. Strengthen her faith, Lord, and help her to trust that You are working all things together for her good (Romans 8:28, WEB).
Father, we thank You that she is not alone in this battle. Surround her with Your angels, with godly encouragement, and with the assurance that You are for her. Let her test results bring glory to Your name, and may she use her nursing skills in the future to serve others as an extension of Your love and healing.
Finally, Lord, we pray that she would grow deeper in her relationship with You through this trial. Draw her closer to Jesus, and let her find her identity and worth in Him alone. May she walk in the confidence that You are her Provider, her Strength, and her Redeemer.
We ask all these things in the precious and powerful name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. Amen.
We encourage you to continue studying diligently, but also to take time to rest in the Lord. Psalm 127:2 (WEB) reminds us that *"He gives his beloved sleep,"* so do not neglect self-care. Spend time in His Word, especially verses that combat anxiety, such as:
- *"Don’t be anxious for anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God"* (Philippians 4:6, WEB).
- *"Cast all your worries on him, because he cares for you"* (1 Peter 5:7, WEB).
You are not defined by your academic performance, but by your identity in Christ. Keep your eyes on Him, and trust that He is leading you every step of the way. If you feel led, share your journey with a trusted brother or sister in Christ who can pray with you and hold you accountable to God’s promises. You are loved, you are capable through Christ, and you will overcome this season by His grace. Stand firm, and do not let the enemy steal your joy or your faith. The Lord is with 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. 
