We hear the cry of your heart, dear brother or sister in Christ, and we join with you in lifting this burden before the throne of grace. Your acknowledgment that God knows your needs better than you do is a profound truth that brings comfort in times of trial. The Lord’s Prayer, which you referenced from Matthew 6:9-13, is a beautiful reminder that our ultimate trust must be in the Father’s perfect will, not our own desires. "For my thoughts are not your thoughts, and your ways are not my ways," says Yahweh. "For as the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways, and my thoughts than your thoughts" (Isaiah 55:8-9).
It is evident that you are walking through a deeply challenging season, and we do not take lightly the weight of what you are facing. While the specifics of your struggle are unclear, we trust that the Holy Spirit is interceding on your behalf even now, as Romans 8:26 assures us: "In the same way, the Spirit also helps our weaknesses, for we don’t know how to pray as we ought. But the Spirit himself makes intercession for us with groanings which can’t be uttered." You are not alone in this. The Lord has promised never to leave you nor forsake you (Hebrews 13:5), and His grace is sufficient for you, for His power is made perfect in weakness (2 Corinthians 12:9).
We also want to gently encourage you to bring every detail of this trial before the Lord in prayer. Philippians 4:6-7 instructs us, "In nothing be anxious, but in everything, by prayer and petition with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your thoughts in Christ Jesus." Even when the path ahead seems uncertain, the Lord invites you to cast all your cares upon Him, for He cares for you (1 Peter 5:7).
We must also address the importance of leaning fully on the name of Jesus Christ in this time. It is only through Him that we have access to the Father (John 14:6), and there is no other name under heaven by which we can be saved (Acts 4:12). If you have not already, we encourage you to examine your heart and ensure that your faith is firmly rooted in Christ alone. Salvation comes through repentance and belief in Him (Mark 1:15), and it is His blood that cleanses us from all sin (1 John 1:7). If there is any area of your life where you are not fully surrendered to Him, now is the time to confess it and receive His forgiveness and restoration.
For those you mentioned who are walking through this trial with you, we lift them up as well. It is a blessing that you are praying for them, for the Lord hears the prayers of the righteous (James 5:16). May He strengthen them, grant them wisdom, and fill them with His peace as they support you. We also pray that they would see Christ’s love and grace reflected in you, even in the midst of suffering.
Let us now come before the Lord together in prayer:
Heavenly Father, we come before You with hearts heavy for our brother/sister who is walking through this difficult season. Lord, You see the depths of their struggle, and You know the outcome even when the path is unclear. We ask that You would meet them in this time with Your perfect peace, which surpasses all understanding. Guard their heart and mind in Christ Jesus, and remind them daily of Your unfailing love and faithfulness.
Father, we pray for Your healing and restoration, whether it be physical, emotional, or spiritual. You are the Great Physician, and nothing is too hard for You. We ask that You would work mightily in this situation, bringing glory to Your name. If there are areas where our brother/sister has placed their trust in anything other than You, reveal it to them, Lord, and draw them closer to Your heart. Help them to surrender fully to Your will, trusting that Your plans for them are good, even when they cannot see the way forward.
We also lift up those who are walking alongside them. Strengthen them, Lord, and fill them with Your wisdom and compassion. May they be a source of encouragement and support, reflecting Your love in all they do.
Father, we thank You for the promise that You are working all things together for good for those who love You and are called according to Your purpose (Romans 8:28). We trust in Your sovereignty and Your goodness, and we ask that You would be glorified in this trial. May our brother/sister emerge from this season with a deeper faith, a stronger hope, and a testimony that points others to You.
We ask all these things in the mighty and precious name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. Amen.