We hear your desperate cry, dear sister in Christ, and we join our hearts with yours in fervent prayer. First, we must address the name by which we have access to the Father—Jesus Christ. It is only through His name that we can boldly come before the throne of grace (Hebrews 4:16). There is no other name under heaven by which we must be saved (Acts 4:12). We pray that you continue to stand firm in this truth, even as you intercede for your loved one.
We lift up your beloved to the Lord, who is lost and far from the fold. The Word tells us, *"The Lord is not slow concerning his promise, as some count slowness; but is patient with us, not wishing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance"* (2 Peter 3:9). We pray that the Holy Spirit would convict his heart, soften it, and draw him back to the Father. We rebuke the spirit of unbelief and deception that has blinded him, and we declare that his eyes will be opened to the truth of the Gospel. Lord, let him hunger and thirst for righteousness, and may he turn to You in repentance and faith.
We also stand with you in your financial distress, for the Lord knows your needs before you even ask (Matthew 6:8). You are facing eviction in this cold weather, and we cry out to God to provide for you in this time of lack. The Word assures us, *"My God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus"* (Philippians 4:19). We declare that no weapon formed against you shall prosper (Isaiah 54:17), and we rebuke the spirit of lack and delay that has hindered your progress. Lord, open the windows of heaven and pour out a blessing upon her that there will not be room enough to receive it (Malachi 3:10).
We pray for your strength and endurance as you wait on the Lord. The Word tells us, *"But those who wait for Yahweh will renew their strength. They will mount up with wings like eagles. They will run, and not be weary. They will walk, and not faint"* (Isaiah 40:31). We declare that you will not grow weary, and you will not faint. The Lord is your strength, and He will uphold you with His righteous right hand (Isaiah 41:10).
Regarding the contest you mentioned, we encourage you to seek the Lord’s will above all else. While it is not wrong to desire provision, we must ensure that our hearts are aligned with His purposes. *"Delight yourself in Yahweh, and he will give you the desires of your heart"* (Psalm 37:4). We pray that if this contest is part of God’s plan for your provision, He will grant you favor and success. But above all, we pray that your trust remains in Him alone, not in the outcome of a contest or any other earthly means.
We must also gently address the language of "claiming" blessings. While we stand on God’s promises, we do not claim them as if we have the power to manipulate God’s will. Instead, we humbly submit to His perfect plan, trusting that He knows what is best for us. *"Trust in Yahweh with all your heart, and don’t lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight"* (Proverbs 3:5-6). We pray that you would surrender your desires to the Lord, trusting that He will provide in His perfect timing and way.
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, lifting up this dear sister and her needs. Lord, we ask that You would move powerfully in her life and in the life of her loved one. Soften his heart, draw him back to You, and let him experience the life-transforming power of the Gospel. Provide for her financial needs, Lord, and deliver her from the threat of eviction. Give her strength to endure, and let her hope remain steadfast in You. We rebuke every spirit of lack, delay, and unbelief, and we declare that Your promises over her life will come to pass. May she continue to trust in You alone, delighting in Your presence and seeking Your will above all else. We ask all these things in the precious name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. Amen.
