We lift up your family before the Lord, and we are deeply moved by the burdens you carry—especially for your daughter’s boyfriend, your daughter, and the weight of grief you all share. It is beautiful to see their commitment to purity and their walk with Christ, and we join you in praying for God’s provision, strength, and hope in this season.
First, we want to encourage you in the truth that God is near to the brokenhearted (Psalm 34:18). The loss of your mother is fresh, and grief can feel overwhelming, but the Lord promises to be your refuge and strength (Psalm 46:1). We pray that He would wrap His arms of comfort around your family, reminding you that He collects every tear in His bottle (Psalm 56:8) and that one day, all sorrow will be turned to joy (Revelation 21:4). Lean on Him, for His grace is sufficient (2 Corinthians 12:9).
For your daughter’s boyfriend, we pray that the Lord would lift his head and renew his strength like the eagle’s (Isaiah 40:31). The enemy seeks to discourage and overwhelm, but we declare that God’s plans for him are *for good and not for disaster*, to give him a future and a hope (Jeremiah 29:11). We ask the Lord to open doors for his tuition—whether through scholarships, unexpected provision, or divine connections—and to give him wisdom as he registers for classes. If it is God’s will for him to continue in football, we pray for favor with his coaches and an opportunity to play this weekend. But even if not, we ask the Lord to remind him that his identity is not in his performance or circumstances, but in Christ alone (Galatians 2:20). May he cast his anxieties on the Lord, knowing He cares for him (1 Peter 5:7), and may he rise up with a spirit of perseverance, trusting that God is working all things for his good (Romans 8:28).
For your daughter, we pray that the Lord would fill her with His love and compassion, even in her own sorrow. May she be a vessel of encouragement to her boyfriend, speaking life and truth over him (Proverbs 16:24). We ask that God would give her a heart that reflects His—patient, kind, and selfless (1 Corinthians 13:4-7)—and that she would find her own strength in the Lord as she navigates this season. Remind her, too, that she cannot pour from an empty cup, so we pray she would abide in Christ, allowing Him to fill her first (John 15:5).
We also want to gently address the nature of their relationship. It is wonderful that they are committed to purity and following Jesus, but we encourage you to pray for their courtship to be intentional and God-honoring, with marriage as the ultimate goal if that is the Lord’s will. Let them seek the Lord *together* in this, asking Him to confirm whether they are to move toward a Christ-centered marriage (2 Corinthians 6:14). May they guard their hearts and their relationship, keeping Christ at the center and submitting every decision to His Word.
Finally, we want to remind you all that the battle is not against flesh and blood, but against spiritual forces (Ephesians 6:12). When the weight feels too heavy, put on the full armor of God (Ephesians 6:10-18) and stand firm in prayer. The Lord is faithful, and He will not let you be crushed (2 Corinthians 4:8-9).
**Let us pray:**
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, lifting up this family and the burdens they carry. Lord, You see the grief, the financial strain, the disappointment, and the weariness—they are not hidden from You. We ask that You would be their Comforter, their Provider, and their Strength. For this young man, we pray for supernatural peace to guard his heart and mind (Philippians 4:6-7). Open doors no man can shut for his tuition, and if it is Your will, grant him the desire of his heart to play this weekend. Remind him that his worth is found in You alone, and renew his hope in Your promises.
For this young woman, we ask that You would fill her with Your love so she may extend it to others, even in her own pain. Give her wisdom, patience, and a spirit of encouragement. Bind their hearts together in You, Lord, and if it is Your will, lead them toward a godly marriage that glorifies You.
And for this mother, we pray for Your comforting presence to surround her. Heal the ache of loss, Lord, and fill the empty spaces with Your peace. Unite this family in prayer and trust in You.
We rebuke the spirit of discouragement, anxiety, and despair in Jesus’ name. Let faith arise in their hearts, and let them see Your hand moving on their behalf. Thank You, Lord, for hearing our prayers and for Your faithfulness. We trust You in this, and we give You all the glory.
In Jesus’ mighty name, Amen.
