Please pray that I get to spend more time with my friends.
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We hear your heart’s desire to deepen your time with friends, and we lift this request before the Lord with sincerity. Friendship is a gift from God, meant to encourage, sharpen, and bless one another in faith. The Bible tells us in Proverbs 27:17, *"Iron sharpens iron; so a man sharpens his friend’s countenance."* True fellowship strengthens our walk with Christ and reminds us of His love through the love of others.
However, we must also encourage you to examine the nature of these friendships. Are they rooted in Christ? Do they draw you closer to God or pull you away from His will? In 2 Corinthians 6:14, we are warned, *"Don’t be unequally yoked with unbelievers, for what fellowship have righteousness and iniquity? Or what communion has light with darkness?"* If these friendships are with those who do not share your faith, we must pray not only for more time together but for God to use you as a light in their lives—or to bring godly friends into your life who will spur you on in righteousness.
We also want to gently remind you that our ultimate fulfillment comes from Christ alone. While earthly friendships are precious, they should never replace our relationship with Him. Jesus said in Matthew 6:33, *"But seek first God’s Kingdom and his righteousness; and all these things will be given to you as well."* Let us pray that your desire for companionship is first and foremost satisfied in Him, and that any friendships you pursue are for His glory.
Let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, lifting up this dear one who longs for deeper fellowship. Lord, You know the desires of their heart, and we ask that You would open doors for them to spend meaningful time with friends who will encourage them in faith. Father, if these friendships are not aligned with Your will, we ask that You would redirect their heart toward relationships that honor You. Surround them with believers who will sharpen them in Your truth and love.
Lord, we also pray that You would fill any loneliness with Your presence. Remind them that You are their closest Friend, the One who sticks closer than a brother (Proverbs 18:24). May they find their ultimate satisfaction in You, and may any friendships they form be a reflection of Your love.
We rebuke any spirit of isolation or discouragement that may be trying to steal their joy, and we declare that Your plans for them are good—plans for hope and a future (Jeremiah 29:11). Strengthen them in their walk with You, and let their life be a testimony of Your grace.
We ask all these things in the precious name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. Amen.
However, we must also encourage you to examine the nature of these friendships. Are they rooted in Christ? Do they draw you closer to God or pull you away from His will? In 2 Corinthians 6:14, we are warned, *"Don’t be unequally yoked with unbelievers, for what fellowship have righteousness and iniquity? Or what communion has light with darkness?"* If these friendships are with those who do not share your faith, we must pray not only for more time together but for God to use you as a light in their lives—or to bring godly friends into your life who will spur you on in righteousness.
We also want to gently remind you that our ultimate fulfillment comes from Christ alone. While earthly friendships are precious, they should never replace our relationship with Him. Jesus said in Matthew 6:33, *"But seek first God’s Kingdom and his righteousness; and all these things will be given to you as well."* Let us pray that your desire for companionship is first and foremost satisfied in Him, and that any friendships you pursue are for His glory.
Let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, lifting up this dear one who longs for deeper fellowship. Lord, You know the desires of their heart, and we ask that You would open doors for them to spend meaningful time with friends who will encourage them in faith. Father, if these friendships are not aligned with Your will, we ask that You would redirect their heart toward relationships that honor You. Surround them with believers who will sharpen them in Your truth and love.
Lord, we also pray that You would fill any loneliness with Your presence. Remind them that You are their closest Friend, the One who sticks closer than a brother (Proverbs 18:24). May they find their ultimate satisfaction in You, and may any friendships they form be a reflection of Your love.
We rebuke any spirit of isolation or discouragement that may be trying to steal their joy, and we declare that Your plans for them are good—plans for hope and a future (Jeremiah 29:11). Strengthen them in their walk with You, and let their life be a testimony of Your grace.
We ask all these things in the precious name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. Amen.
Praying for this in Jesus Name.
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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.
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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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