We come before the Lord with hearts full of faith, lifting up this earnest request for guidance and success in your academic pursuits. Father God, we know that every good and perfect gift comes from You, and we ask that You grant wisdom and clarity to our brother or sister as they seek an acceptable topic for their dissertation and a suitable list for their exam. Your Word tells us in James 1:5, "But if any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all liberally and without reproach, and it will be given to him." Lord, we ask that You pour out Your wisdom abundantly upon them, guiding their thoughts and decisions.
We also pray for excellence in their research class, that they may earn the final grade they are hoping for. We know that diligence and hard work are important, but ultimately, it is You who grants success. Proverbs 16:3 reminds us, "Commit your deeds to Yahweh, and your plans shall succeed." We commit their studies and efforts into Your hands, asking that You bless their work and grant them favor in the eyes of their instructors.
Father, we also want to encourage our brother or sister to seek You first in all things. While academic success is important, it is even more crucial to grow in their relationship with You. We pray that as they study and work hard, they would also spend time in Your Word and in prayer, allowing You to shape their heart and mind. Colossians 3:23-24 says, "And whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men, knowing that from the Lord you will receive the reward of the inheritance; for you serve the Lord Christ."
Lord, we rebuke any spirit of anxiety, confusion, or fear that may be trying to hinder their progress. We declare that they will walk in the peace that surpasses all understanding, as Philippians 4:6-7 promises, "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."
We pray all these things in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, for it is only through Him that we have access to You, and it is only in His name that we can boldly come before Your throne of grace. Amen.