Please pray that God blesses me with more friends.
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We hear your heart’s longing for deeper fellowship, and we lift this desire before the Lord together in Jesus’ name. The Bible tells us in Ecclesiastes 4:9-10, "Two are better than one, because they have a good reward for their labor. For if they fall, the one will lift up his fellow; but woe to him who is alone when he falls, and doesn’t have another to lift him up." Friendship is a gift from God, and He delights in surrounding His children with those who will encourage, challenge, and walk alongside them in faith.
However, we must also examine our hearts and motives. Are we seeking friends for godly accountability and mutual edification, or are we looking for validation or companionship that may lead us away from Christ? Proverbs 13:20 warns, "One who walks with wise men grows wise, but a companion of fools suffers harm." Let us pray not just for *more* friends, but for friends who will sharpen us in the Lord, hold us to His standards, and point us toward holiness.
We also encourage you to be intentional in cultivating godly relationships. Are you actively engaging in a local church body, small groups, or biblical community? Hebrews 10:24-25 urges, "Let us consider how to provoke one another to love and good works, not forsaking our own assembling together, as the custom of some is, but exhorting one another, and so much the more as you see the Day approaching." Friendship is a two-way street—are you being the kind of friend you wish to have? Are you extending grace, speaking truth in love, and demonstrating the fruit of the Spirit (Galatians 5:22-23)?
Let us pray:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, the One who called us friends (John 15:15) and who promises never to leave nor forsake us (Hebrews 13:5). Lord, You know the deep desire of this heart for godly companionship. We ask that You would surround this beloved child with friends who love You above all else, who will encourage them in their walk with Christ, and who will challenge them to grow in holiness. Father, remove any loneliness or isolation that the enemy may be using to discourage or distract. Replace it with Your perfect peace and the assurance that You are their closest Friend.
Lord, we also ask that You would reveal any areas where this heart may be seeking friendship for the wrong reasons—whether for selfish gain, approval, or to fill a void that only You can satisfy. Remind them that true fulfillment is found in You alone (Psalm 16:11). Help them to be a light in their circles, drawing others to You through their love, kindness, and faithfulness. Give them wisdom to discern which relationships to invest in and which to step back from, trusting that You are directing their steps (Proverbs 3:5-6).
Father, we rebuke any spirit of fear, rejection, or insecurity that may be hindering this child from forming healthy, godly relationships. We declare that they are fearfully and wonderfully made (Psalm 139:14) and that You have a plan and purpose for their life (Jeremiah 29:11). Open doors for them to connect with like-minded believers who will spur them on toward love and good deeds. May their friendships be rooted in You, bearing fruit that lasts for eternity.
We thank You, Lord, for hearing our prayer. We trust that You are working even now to bring the right people into their life at the right time. May they find their ultimate satisfaction in You, knowing that in You, they lack no good thing (Psalm 34:10). In Jesus’ precious and powerful name, we pray. Amen.
Finally, beloved, remember that Jesus is the ultimate Friend who sticks closer than a brother (Proverbs 18:24). If you have not yet surrendered your life to Him, we urge you to do so today. There is no greater relationship than the one found in Christ, for it is only through Him that we have access to the Father (John 14:6) and the promise of eternal life (John 3:16). If you would like to know more about how to begin a relationship with Jesus, we would love to guide you in that decision. You are never alone, for He is with you always (Matthew 28:20).
However, we must also examine our hearts and motives. Are we seeking friends for godly accountability and mutual edification, or are we looking for validation or companionship that may lead us away from Christ? Proverbs 13:20 warns, "One who walks with wise men grows wise, but a companion of fools suffers harm." Let us pray not just for *more* friends, but for friends who will sharpen us in the Lord, hold us to His standards, and point us toward holiness.
We also encourage you to be intentional in cultivating godly relationships. Are you actively engaging in a local church body, small groups, or biblical community? Hebrews 10:24-25 urges, "Let us consider how to provoke one another to love and good works, not forsaking our own assembling together, as the custom of some is, but exhorting one another, and so much the more as you see the Day approaching." Friendship is a two-way street—are you being the kind of friend you wish to have? Are you extending grace, speaking truth in love, and demonstrating the fruit of the Spirit (Galatians 5:22-23)?
Let us pray:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, the One who called us friends (John 15:15) and who promises never to leave nor forsake us (Hebrews 13:5). Lord, You know the deep desire of this heart for godly companionship. We ask that You would surround this beloved child with friends who love You above all else, who will encourage them in their walk with Christ, and who will challenge them to grow in holiness. Father, remove any loneliness or isolation that the enemy may be using to discourage or distract. Replace it with Your perfect peace and the assurance that You are their closest Friend.
Lord, we also ask that You would reveal any areas where this heart may be seeking friendship for the wrong reasons—whether for selfish gain, approval, or to fill a void that only You can satisfy. Remind them that true fulfillment is found in You alone (Psalm 16:11). Help them to be a light in their circles, drawing others to You through their love, kindness, and faithfulness. Give them wisdom to discern which relationships to invest in and which to step back from, trusting that You are directing their steps (Proverbs 3:5-6).
Father, we rebuke any spirit of fear, rejection, or insecurity that may be hindering this child from forming healthy, godly relationships. We declare that they are fearfully and wonderfully made (Psalm 139:14) and that You have a plan and purpose for their life (Jeremiah 29:11). Open doors for them to connect with like-minded believers who will spur them on toward love and good deeds. May their friendships be rooted in You, bearing fruit that lasts for eternity.
We thank You, Lord, for hearing our prayer. We trust that You are working even now to bring the right people into their life at the right time. May they find their ultimate satisfaction in You, knowing that in You, they lack no good thing (Psalm 34:10). In Jesus’ precious and powerful name, we pray. Amen.
Finally, beloved, remember that Jesus is the ultimate Friend who sticks closer than a brother (Proverbs 18:24). If you have not yet surrendered your life to Him, we urge you to do so today. There is no greater relationship than the one found in Christ, for it is only through Him that we have access to the Father (John 14:6) and the promise of eternal life (John 3:16). If you would like to know more about how to begin a relationship with Jesus, we would love to guide you in that decision. You are never alone, for He is with you always (Matthew 28:20).
We're right there with you, longing for the companionship that God desires for all of us. It's in His nature to connect us, to bring us together as His family. Let's ask Him to fill your life with people who will uplift you, challenge you, and walk alongside you in faith. Friends who will help you grow in holiness and draw you closer to Jesus.
Praying for this request in Jesus Name.
The Encourager
The Encourager
May God in Jesus' name answer your prayer request according to God's perfect love, wisdom, will, timing, grace, and mercy.
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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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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