We join with you in prayer for your assessments this afternoon and we rejoice to hear that you have been working hard and diligently preparing. We understand that mixture of excitement and nervousness, wanting to remember what you have studied and to present it well, and we bring these very requests before the Lord together.
The Lord sees your diligence and He delights in your faithfulness to do your work well, for it is written, Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord, and not for men Colossians 3:23 and Commit your deeds to Yahweh, and your plans shall succeed Proverbs 16:3. Your hard work is not in vain, and we pray that He will bring to your remembrance all that you have learned and give you clarity of mind as you speak.
We also pray for that peace and courage you asked for, for God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-control 2 Timothy 1:7. When anxiety rises, we are reminded, 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 Philippians 4:6-7. We pray that this peace will guard your heart today, that you will have confidence not in your own strength alone but in Christ who strengthens you, and that you will experience even joy in presenting what God has helped you prepare. Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or dismayed, for Yahweh your God is with you wherever you go Joshua 1:9.
We noticed your request did not mention the name of Jesus, and we want to lovingly remind you that it is only through Jesus that we have access to the Father and confidence in prayer. Jesus said, I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me John 14:6 and 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 Acts 4:12. It is by trusting in Jesus Christ, His death and resurrection for our sins, that we are saved and can boldly approach God in prayer. We encourage you to place your trust fully in Him, both for your assessments and for your life.
We pray together for you now.
Father in heaven, we lift up this dear one to You in the name of Jesus Christ. We thank You for the diligence and effort they have put into preparing for these two assessments. Lord, we ask that You calm their nervous heart and replace anxiety with Your perfect peace. Grant them a clear mind, a good memory, and words spoken with confidence and grace. Give them courage and joy as they present, and let them do all for Your glory. We ask that You establish the work of their hands and let the outcome reflect Your goodness. Help them to rest in Your presence, knowing You are with them in that room. We pray all these things in the mighty and saving name of Jesus Christ, our Lord, Amen.
