We join with you in lifting up your loved one before the Lord during this time of waiting and transition. Exams can bring much anxiety, and it is wise to seek God’s peace and guidance as results approach. The Bible reminds us in Philippians 4:6-7, *"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 must trust that God is sovereign over all things, including the outcomes of exams, and that His plans for your loved one are good—even when they may not align with human expectations.
However, we must also address something important: your prayer does not invoke the name of Jesus Christ. Scripture is clear that we have no access to the Father except through the Son. Jesus Himself declared in John 14:6, *"I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me."* Additionally, the apostle Peter proclaimed in Acts 4:12, *"There is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven that is given among men, by which we must be saved!"* When we pray, we must come before God in the name of Jesus, for it is only through Him that our prayers are heard and answered. If you have not yet placed your faith in Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior, we urge you to do so, for He alone is the mediator between God and mankind (1 Timothy 2:5).
As for your loved one, we pray that they would find their worth and identity not in academic success but in Christ. Colossians 3:23-24 encourages us, *"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."* Whether the results are what they hoped for or not, may they be reminded that their value is found in being a child of God, created for His purposes. If the results are disappointing, we pray for resilience and a renewed sense of motivation to grow and improve, always seeking God’s wisdom and direction in their studies and future endeavors.
Let us also pray for a heart of gratitude, for every opportunity to learn and grow is a gift from God. Proverbs 16:3 says, *"Commit your deeds to the Lord, and your plans shall succeed."* May your loved one commit their efforts to the Lord, trusting that He will guide their steps and use all things—even challenges—for their good and His glory (Romans 8:28).
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the precious name of Jesus, lifting up this beloved one who is awaiting exam results. Lord, we ask that You would grant them peace that surpasses all understanding, guarding their heart and mind in Christ Jesus. Help them to accept the results with grace, knowing that You are in control and that Your plans for them are good. If the outcomes are not what they hoped for, Father, we pray that You would comfort them and renew their strength. Motivate them to press forward with diligence, not in their own strength but in Yours, seeking Your wisdom in all they do.
We also pray that they would find their identity in You alone, not in their achievements or the approval of others. Remind them that they are fearfully and wonderfully made, and that You have a purpose for their life that goes far beyond academic success. Give them a heart of gratitude and a spirit of perseverance, trusting that You will use every circumstance to shape them into the person You have called them to be.
Lord, we ask that You would surround them with godly encouragement and support. Place people in their life who will speak truth and life into them, pointing them always to You. May they grow in faith through this season, learning to rely on You more deeply.
We thank You, Father, for hearing our prayers. We trust in Your goodness and Your perfect timing. May Your will be done in this situation, and may Your name be glorified. In the mighty and matchless name of Jesus, we pray. Amen.