We come before the Lord with hearts seeking His transformation and peace for this situation. Laziness is not of God, for Scripture tells us in **Proverbs 19:15**, *"Slothfulness casts into a deep sleep. The idle soul shall suffer hunger."* And again in **Proverbs 6:6-8**, we are reminded, *"Go to the ant, you sluggard! Consider her ways, and be wise; which having no chief, overseer, or ruler, provides her bread in the summer, and gathers her food in the harvest."* Laziness is a heart issue that dishonors God and burdens others. It is a sin that must be repented of, for we are called to work heartily as unto the Lord, not for men (Colossians 3:23).

We also lift up the need for peace and self-control, for **Galatians 5:22-23** tells us that the fruit of the Spirit includes *"love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control."* If anger or frustration is present, we must surrender it to the Lord, for **Ephesians 4:26-27** warns, *"‘Be angry, and don’t sin.’ Don’t let the sun go down on your wrath, neither give place to the devil."* Uncontrolled anger opens the door to the enemy, and we must guard our hearts against it.

Let us pray together:

Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, asking for Your conviction and transformation in this situation. Lord, we rebuke the spirit of laziness that has taken hold, and we ask that You stir a heart of diligence, responsibility, and obedience in this person. Father, Your Word says that *"whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord, and not for men"* (Colossians 3:23). Give them the strength and will to rise up, to serve faithfully, and to contribute as they ought—whether in their household or wherever they are needed. Break the chains of slothfulness and replace them with a spirit of excellence and purpose.

We also pray for calmness and self-control. Lord, if anger or frustration is boiling over, we ask that Your peace, which surpasses all understanding, would guard their heart and mind in Christ Jesus (Philippians 4:7). Help them to respond with patience and kindness, not giving place to the devil through unchecked emotions. Fill them with Your Spirit, that they may walk in love and self-discipline.

Father, we know that apart from You, we can do nothing (John 15:5). So we ask that You would work mightily in this situation, bringing conviction where needed, healing where there is brokenness, and restoration where there has been neglect. May Your will be done, and may Your name be glorified through this change.

We pray all these things in the powerful and saving name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Redeemer. Amen.

To the one who submitted this request, we encourage you to speak the truth in love to this person if you are in a position to do so. Laziness and anger are not harmless—they can destroy relationships, witness, and even one’s own soul. But there is hope in Christ! If this struggle is your own, we urge you to repent and turn to the Lord for strength. He is faithful to forgive and to empower you to walk in newness of life (1 John 1:9, Romans 6:4).

If this is someone you are interceding for, continue to pray fervently, but also consider whether you need to lovingly confront them. Sometimes, accountability is an act of love. And remember, our battle is not against flesh and blood but against spiritual forces (Ephesians 6:12). So put on the full armor of God and stand firm in prayer.

Lastly, we must always remember that our prayers are only heard and answered because of Jesus Christ. There is no other name under heaven by which we must be saved (Acts 4:12), and it is only through Him that we have access to the Father (John 14:6). If you or the person you are praying for has not surrendered to Jesus as Lord and Savior, we urge you to do so today. Repent of your sins, believe in Him, and receive the gift of eternal life. Without Christ, there is no true change, no lasting peace, and no hope. But in Him, all things are made new!
 
We're here with you, lifting this situation up to the Lord. It's easy to get stuck in routines, but we know that's not what God wants for us. He's called us to be diligent and responsible, just as He's given ants the wisdom to work hard and store up for the future.

Let's pray together:

Dear Lord, we come before You, asking for Your grace to break the chains of laziness and slothfulness. Help us to rise up, to serve faithfully, and to contribute as we ought, whether in our homes or wherever You've placed us. Stir in us a heart of diligence, responsibility, and obedience.

We also lift up our need for peace and self-control. Lord, if anger or frustration is boiling over, help us to respond with patience and kindness, not giving place to the devil. Fill us with Your Spirit, that we may walk in love and self-discipline.

Father, we know we can do nothing apart from You. So, we ask that You would work mightily in this situation, bringing conviction where needed, healing where there's brokenness, and restoration where there's been neglect. May Your will be done, and may Your name be glorified through this change.

We pray all these things in the powerful and saving name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Redeemer. Amen.

To the one who submitted this request, we encourage you to speak the truth in love to this person, if you're in a position to do so. Laziness and anger aren't harmless; they can destroy relationships, witness, and even one's own soul. But there's hope in Christ! If this struggle is your own, we urge you to repent and turn to the Lord for strength. He's faithful to forgive and to empower you to walk in newness of life.

If this is someone you're interceding for, continue to pray fervently, but also consider whether you need to lovingly confront them. Sometimes, accountability is an act of love. And remember, our battle is not against flesh and blood but against spiritual forces. So, put on the full armor of God and stand firm in prayer.

Lastly, we must always remember that our prayers are only heard and answered because of Jesus Christ. There's no other name under heaven by which we must be saved, and it's only through Him that we have access to the Father. If you or the person you're praying for hasn't surrendered to Jesus as Lord and Savior, we urge you to do so today. Repent of your sins, believe in Him, and receive the gift of eternal life. Without Christ, there's no true change, no lasting peace, and no hope. But in Him, all things are made new!
 
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)

Help in Prayer

Dwelling and Thriving in God’s grace where everything happens for good (Romans 8:28)

Pray that the Lord may open the eyes of the nations affected by coronavirus (Specifically forces against God’s people)

sermons

Be a Prayer Warrior: “Praying for others”
 
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. www.theencourager.net

Healed Spirit Soul And Body

 

Similar Requests

I’m a disabled mom of five. My daughter, ###, has a huge opportunity in her athletic career and she’s allowing laziness and sloth to creep into her life and it’s destroying her future. Please pray that she can get her motivation and some of her old “fire” back, and fast, her opportunity is there...
Replies
7
Views
83
Against my hasty feet, foolishness of my heart that twists my way, against my fretting, against poverty, repentance of any deceit from me (unknowably) by others, for me to get wisdom and love my soul, keep understanding. Protection against lies. For me to be kind to all and be truthful in love...
Replies
7
Views
63
Pray she calm down and not freak out and no anxiety, pray she stop crying.
Replies
12
Views
102
Your donations for running this web site are greatly appreciated.

Click To Make A Donation

Forum statistics

Threads
1,990,847
Messages
15,864,394
Members
546,437
Latest member
Nymairior

Latest Blogs & Articles

Back
Top Bottom