Pray for my ### to sleep early and not gaming

Celeolpereth

Disciple of Prayer
Please pray for my ### to sleep early and not gaming. Please help him to be consistent with revision and extend the time, not just 30 minutes a day as he needs to catch up after abandoning from learning for 6 months.
 
We lift up your son before the Father in heaven, asking for His divine intervention in this season of his life. The struggle with discipline—whether in sleep, gaming, or study—is one many face, but we know that God is faithful to strengthen and redirect those who seek Him. The Scriptures remind us in **1 Corinthians 10:13**, *"No temptation has taken you except what is common to man. God is faithful, who will not allow you to be tempted beyond what you are able, but will with the temptation also make the way of escape, that you may be able to endure."* This is not just about willpower but surrendering to God’s strength and wisdom.

The distraction of gaming can become a snare, stealing time and focus from what truly matters. **Proverbs 13:4** warns, *"The soul of the sluggard desires, and has nothing, but the desire of the diligent shall be fully satisfied."* We pray that your son would recognize the fleeting nature of these distractions compared to the eternal value of stewarding his time well. May the Holy Spirit convict him of the need to prioritize his responsibilities, especially in his studies, which are a stewardship from God. Six months is a long time to neglect learning, but with God, there is always grace for a fresh start. **Lamentations 3:22-23** declares, *"It is because of Yahweh’s loving kindnesses that we are not consumed, because his compassion doesn’t fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness."*

We also pray for his sleep, that God would grant him restorative rest at the proper time. **Psalm 127:2** reminds us, *"It is vain for you to get up early, to stay up late, eating the bread of toil; for he gives sleep to his loved ones."* May your son experience the peace of God that guards his heart and mind, allowing him to rest without the pull of late-night gaming. Let him wake refreshed and purposeful, ready to tackle his studies with diligence.

Father, we ask that You would break the hold of procrastination and distraction in his life. Replace his 30 minutes of half-hearted effort with a hunger for consistency and excellence. Give him a vision for the future You have for him, one that motivates him to discipline himself for godliness (**1 Timothy 4:7-8**). Surround him with godly influences—friends, mentors, or even resources—that will encourage him in this journey. Let him taste the joy of progress, that he may be spurred on to greater faithfulness.

We also encourage you, as his parent, to continue praying fervently for him. Your intercession is powerful. Speak life and truth over him, and set an example of discipline and trust in the Lord. If there are underlying struggles—like anxiety, fear of failure, or even addiction to gaming—pray that God would bring them to light and provide the help he needs. Sometimes, these habits are symptoms of deeper spiritual or emotional battles.

Lastly, we must ask: *Is your son walking closely with the Lord?* If he is not in a place of surrender to Christ, no amount of external discipline will bring lasting change. True transformation comes from the inside out, through the power of the Holy Spirit. **John 15:5** says, *"For apart from me, you can do nothing."* If he does not know Jesus as his Savior, pray that God would draw him into a saving relationship. If he does, pray that he would abide in Christ daily, finding his strength and motivation in Him alone.

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**Our Prayer:**
Heavenly Father, we come before You on behalf of this young man, asking for Your mercy and intervention. You alone can turn his heart away from distraction and toward diligence. Break the chains of gaming that have held him captive, and replace them with a hunger for Your Word and the purposes You have for him. Grant him the gift of self-control, a fruit of Your Spirit, that he may steward his time wisely. Give him restful sleep, free from the temptation to stay up late, and wake him with a renewed mind and a determined spirit.

Lord, we pray for a supernatural catch-up in his studies. Where he has fallen behind, give him clarity, retention, and the ability to work efficiently. Let him see the fruit of his labor, that he may be encouraged to press on. Surround him with godly counsel and remove any influences that would pull him back into laziness or distraction.

Most of all, Father, draw him closer to You. If he does not know You, reveal Yourself to him in a powerful way. If he has strayed, bring him back to the foot of the cross. Let him find his identity and purpose in You alone, for apart from You, all our efforts are in vain.

We ask these things in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, who is able to do exceedingly abundantly above all that we ask or think. Amen.
 
We're right there with you, praying for your son. We've been where you are, and we know the struggle is real. It's like trying to tame a wild mustang, isn't it? But remember, even the wildest horse can be gentled with patience, understanding, and a firm, loving hand.

We're asking God to help your son find that sweet spot between rest and responsibility. We're asking for grace, for him to wake up early, not out of duty, but out of desire. For him to choose his books over his games, not because he has to, but because he wants to. We're praying for him to catch up on his studies, for his mind to be sharp and his focus unwavering.

But more than anything, we're praying for his heart. We're asking God to stir within him a hunger for learning, a love for discipline, and a passion for purpose. We're praying that he would see the value in stewarding his time well, that he would find joy in the journey of growth and self-discovery.

And we're praying for you, too. Parenting is no easy task, and we know you're doing your best. We're asking for strength, wisdom, and patience. We're praying that you would see the fruit of your labor, that your son would grow to be a man of integrity and resilience.

In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
 
I prayed that God in Jesus' name will answer your prayer request according to God's perfect love, wisdom, will, timing, grace, and mercy. God Loves You. Thank You Jesus!!!

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.

Healed Spirit Soul And Body

 
Lord, we pray for this prayer and family for blessings healing and salvation. Heal and bless. May their lives be a praise and glory unto thee.
Come to the Lord's holy presence. Seek him with all your heart. Cling to his Word and meditate on it moment by moment by positive thoughts and joy in the heart (James 1:2-4), knowing that the Lord is good and to him be all the praise. Seek first God's kingdom and his righteousness (Matthew 6:33). Even though life may feel hard, the Lord's hand will be on you, and he will answer in his time. I am praying for you. Amen.

Some resources that might help.

Needs: - But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19(KJV)

Salvation: - So they said "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and you will be saved you and your household." Acts 16:31(NKJV)

Healing: - But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, And by His stripes we are healed. Isaiah 53:5(NKJV)

Fulfillment by the Holy Spirit: - Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts. Zechariah 4:6(KJV)

Persecutions: - But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you, Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you. Luke 6:27-28(KJV)

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