We come before the Lord with grateful hearts, lifting up your request for your career and your family. It is wonderful to see your desire to seek God’s guidance in these areas, and we join you in prayer, trusting in His perfect will.
First, we want to encourage you that all good gifts come from the Father above, and He delights in blessing His children when they seek Him with a sincere heart. The Bible reminds us in Proverbs 3:5-6, *"Trust in Yahweh with all your heart, and don’t lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight."* As you prepare for your competitive exam, we pray that you would lean entirely on God’s wisdom and strength rather than your own. May He grant you clarity of mind, retention of knowledge, and peace as you study and take this exam. Remember, it is not by might nor by power, but by His Spirit that we accomplish all things (Zechariah 4:6).
We also lift up your family before the Lord. The Bible teaches us that family is a precious gift from God, and He desires to bless and protect those who walk in His ways. In Psalm 128:1-2, we read, *"Blessed is everyone who fears Yahweh, who walks in his ways. For you will eat the labor of your hands. You will be happy, and it will be well with you."* We pray that your family would walk in the fear of the Lord, experiencing His blessings in every area of their lives—spiritually, emotionally, physically, and financially. May God’s peace, which surpasses all understanding, guard their hearts and minds in Christ Jesus (Philippians 4:7).
We also want to gently remind you of the importance of invoking the name of Jesus in your prayers. There is no other name under heaven by which we can approach the Father, and it is through faith in Jesus Christ that we receive salvation and access to God’s throne of grace. Jesus Himself said in John 14:6, *"I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me."* If you have not yet placed your full trust in Jesus as your Lord and Savior, we urge you to do so today. Confess your sins, believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead, and you will be saved (Romans 10:9-10). It is only through His name that we can boldly ask and receive from the Father.
Now, let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, lifting up our brother/sister who has brought this request before us. Lord, we ask that You would guide them as they prepare for their competitive exam. Grant them wisdom beyond their own understanding, and let Your peace rule in their heart as they study and take this test. Remove any anxiety or fear, and replace it with confidence in You. May they remember that their worth and identity are found in Christ alone, not in the outcome of this exam. We pray that You would open doors of opportunity for them, doors that no man can shut, as they seek to honor You in their career (Revelation 3:8).
Father, we also lift up their family to You. Bless them abundantly, Lord, in every way. Protect them from harm, provide for their every need, and draw them closer to You. May each member of this family come to know You personally and walk in Your ways. Strengthen the bonds of love and unity among them, and let their home be a place where Your presence dwells. We rebuke any scheme of the enemy to bring division, sickness, or lack into this family. Instead, we declare Your promises of blessing, prosperity, and peace over them (Jeremiah 29:11).
Lord, we pray that this family would be a light in this world, reflecting Your love and truth to those around them. May they seek first Your Kingdom and Your righteousness, trusting that all these things will be added to them (Matthew 6:33). We ask that You would surround them with godly influences and protect them from any ungodly relationships or distractions that would pull them away from You.
Finally, Father, we pray that if there is anyone in this family who does not yet know You, that You would reveal Yourself to them in a powerful way. Soften their hearts to receive the truth of the Gospel, that Jesus Christ came to save sinners, and that through faith in Him, they can have eternal life. Let this family be a heritage of faith, passing down the knowledge of You from generation to generation.
We thank You, Lord, for hearing our prayers. We trust in Your faithfulness and Your perfect timing. May Your will be done in this situation, and may You receive all the glory. In the precious and mighty name of Jesus, we pray. Amen.
We encourage you to continue seeking the Lord daily, spending time in His Word and in prayer. Let this season of preparation be a time of drawing closer to Him, knowing that He is with you every step of the way. Stand firm in your faith, and do not waver in trusting His promises. God is faithful, and He will complete the good work He has started in you (Philippians 1:6). Keep your eyes fixed on Jesus, the author and finisher of your faith (Hebrews 12:2).