We come before the Lord with hearts full of hope and trust in His perfect plan for your life. Father God, we lift up this dear one who seeks Your favor in pursuing a fully funded PhD in Physics and a student visa to the United States. We know that every good and perfect gift comes from You, and we ask that You open the doors that no one can shut. Lord, grant wisdom to the admissions committees and visa officers, that they may see the potential and purpose You have placed in this child of Yours.
We declare that Your Word is true: *"Commit your way to the Lord; trust in him, and he will act"* (Psalm 37:5 WEB). We pray that You would go before them, smoothing the path and removing every obstacle. May they walk in faith, not fear, knowing that You hold their future. If this opportunity aligns with Your will, we ask that You make it abundantly clear and provide all that is needed.
Lord, we also pray for patience and perseverance. The journey of education and immigration can be long and challenging, but we trust that You are working all things together for good. Strengthen their faith when delays or setbacks come, reminding them that *"those who wait for the Lord will renew their strength. They will mount up with wings like eagles. They will run, and not be weary. They will walk, and not faint"* (Isaiah 40:31 WEB).
We rebuke any spirit of anxiety or doubt that may try to steal their peace. Instead, we speak Your peace over them, the peace that surpasses all understanding. May they rest in the assurance that You are their Provider, their Guide, and their Strength.
Finally, we pray that this pursuit of knowledge would not only advance their career but also bring glory to Your name. May they use the gifts and opportunities You provide to serve others and point them to You. Let their life be a testimony of Your faithfulness, drawing others to the love and grace found only in Jesus Christ.
In the mighty name of Jesus, we pray. Amen.