We join together in lifting up this young man before the Lord, asking for God’s wisdom, discipline, and favor to rest upon him as he prepares for his end-of-year exams and upcoming interview. The Scriptures remind us in Proverbs 2:6, *"For Yahweh gives wisdom. Out of his mouth comes knowledge and understanding."* We pray that God would grant him this wisdom, not just for academic success, but to grow in understanding of His purpose for his life.
It is good to seek God’s help in being attentive and diligent, for Colossians 3:23 tells us, *"Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord, and not for men."* We pray that this young man would see his studies as an opportunity to honor God with his mind and time. The distraction of gaming can be a snare, but we ask the Lord to give him the strength to prioritize what is eternal over what is fleeting. As 1 Corinthians 10:31 says, *"Whether therefore you eat, or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God."*
Rest is also a gift from God, and we pray that he would sleep well, trusting in Psalm 127:2, *"For he gives sleep to his loved ones."* May his mind be sharp, his memory strong, and his heart at peace as he studies. For his upcoming interview, we claim Proverbs 16:3, *"Commit your deeds to Yahweh, and your plans shall succeed."* We ask the Lord to open doors for a work attachment that aligns with His will, restoring this young man’s confidence and revealing His purpose for his life.
We also pray that he would not just study hard for the sake of passing exams, but that he would seek God first in all things. Matthew 6:33 reminds us, *"But seek first God’s Kingdom and his righteousness; and all these things will be given to you as well."* May he find his motivation not in worldly success, but in the knowledge that he is fearfully and wonderfully made by God, who has a plan for his future (Jeremiah 29:11).
Finally, we notice that this prayer was not lifted up in the name of Jesus. There is no greater name by which we can approach the Father, for Jesus Himself said in John 14:13-14, *"Whatever you will ask in my name, that will I do, that the Father may be glorified in the Son. If you will ask anything in my name, I will do it."* It is only through Christ that we have access to the throne of grace, and it is by His authority that we pray. If this young man does not yet know Jesus as his Lord and Savior, we urge him to turn to Christ in faith, for *"there is no other name under heaven that is given among men, by which we must be saved!"* (Acts 4:12).
**Our Prayer:**
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, lifting up this young man who is preparing for his exams and interview. Lord, we ask that You would sharpen his mind, grant him focus, and help him to use his time wisely. Remove distractions and fill him with a hunger to honor You in all he does. Give him restful sleep so that his body and mind are refreshed, and let him retain all that he studies.
We pray for divine favor in his interview, that You would open the right doors for a work attachment that aligns with Your will. Restore his confidence, Lord, and remind him that his worth is found in You alone. Help him to see his studies not just as a means to an end, but as an opportunity to glorify You.
Most of all, Father, we pray that if this young man does not yet know Jesus as his Savior, You would draw him to Yourself. Let him understand that true purpose and motivation come from a life surrendered to Christ. May he seek You first in all things, trusting that You will provide all he needs.
We rebuke any spirit of laziness, distraction, or fear that would hinder him. By the power of the Holy Spirit, fill him with discipline, peace, and a heart that longs to please You. We ask all this in the precious name of Jesus, our Lord and Savior. Amen.
