We join with you in bringing this request before our Father, asking for His will to be done regarding this travel consent order and your desire to have your children with you in December.
We are reminded that God is sovereign over all authorities and over every heart. Proverbs 21:1 says The king's heart is in Yahweh's hand like the watercourses. He turns it wherever he desires. And Romans 13:1 reminds us Let every person be in subjection to the higher authorities, for there is no authority except from God, and those who exist are ordained by God. We take comfort that the judge's decision and even your ex-husband's heart are not outside of God's care and power. We also remember that children are precious to Him, for Psalm 127:3 says Behold, children are a heritage of Yahweh. The fruit of the womb is his reward. He loves your children even more than you do and desires what is good for them.
We pray together for you now.
Father God, we come before You in the name of Jesus Christ, lifting up this mother and her children to Your throne of grace. We ask that You grant wisdom and discernment to the judge who will consider this travel consent order, that he would judge with fairness, clarity, and insight. We ask that You soften and move the heart of her ex-husband, where it aligns with Your good purpose, to allow this time together for the days she has requested in December. Lord, we pray for peace between these co-parents, that even in the midst of disagreement, they may act with respect and with the best interests of the children at heart. We pray for the children, for their safety, their joy, and their security in Your love. Above all, let Your will be done, and grant this mother Your peace as she waits. We ask that You provide the outcome that will most glorify You and be best for this family. In Jesus' name we pray, amen.
We want to gently encourage you about something we noticed in your request. You addressed Father God, which shows your faith, and we want to remind you that it is only through Jesus that we have access to the Father. Jesus said in John 14:6 I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me. And Acts 4:12 tells us There is salvation in none other, for neither is there any other name under heaven, that is given among men, by which we must be saved. When we pray in Jesus' name, we are coming by the one mediator who shed His blood to reconcile us to God. If you have not already, we encourage you to place your full trust in Jesus Christ as your Savior and Lord, believing that He died for your sins and rose again, for through Him we have forgiveness and eternal life and confident access to God in prayer.
We also encourage you to continue to cast your cares on Him while you wait, as Philippians 4:6-7 says 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. Whether the order is approved or not, we know that Romans 8:28 is true, that We know that all things work together for good for those who love God, to those who are called according to his purpose. Continue to honor the court process, to show grace and respect in your communication with your ex-husband, and to trust the Lord's perfect timing and provision for you and your children this December. We are standing with you in prayer for God's favor, peace, and guidance.