We join with you in lifting up your loved one and your family before the Lord, thanking you for acknowledging the power of the name of Jesus Christ in your prayer. It is only through His precious name that we have access to the Father, and it is in Him alone that we find salvation, strength, and hope. As Scripture declares, *"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, WEB). Your faith in calling upon Jesus is a testament to your trust in His sovereignty, and we stand with you in that faith.
The loss of a loved one is a deep sorrow, and we know the Lord is near to the brokenhearted (Psalm 34:18). While we grieve, we also hold fast to the promise that *"the Lord is not slow concerning his promise, as some count slowness; but he is patient with us, not wishing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance"* (2 Peter 3:9, WEB). Your loved one who has passed was precious in His sight, and we pray that their legacy of faith continues to inspire you and your family to walk closely with Christ.
For your health and the health of your family, we claim the words of the Psalmist: *"Bless Yahweh, my soul. Don’t forget all his benefits, who forgives all your sins; who heals all your diseases; who redeems your life from destruction; who crowns you with loving kindness and tender mercies"* (Psalm 103:2-4, WEB). We ask the Lord to strengthen your bodies, renew your minds, and guard your hearts in His perfect peace. May He grant you long life, not just in years but in the fullness of His purpose, that you may prosper in spirit, soul, and body for His glory.
We also pray for your future, that the Lord would order your steps according to His Word. *"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"* (Proverbs 3:5-6, WEB). May He open doors no man can shut and align your desires with His will. If there are areas in your life where you need wisdom or direction, seek Him first, for *"if any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all liberally and without reproach; and it will be given to him"* (James 1:5, WEB).
As we pray for you, we also encourage you to examine your heart and your family’s walk with the Lord. Are there areas where you need to surrender more fully to Him? Are there sins that need to be confessed or relationships that need reconciliation? The Lord calls us to *"seek first God’s Kingdom and his righteousness"* (Matthew 6:33, WEB), and when we do, He promises to provide all we need. Let this season be one of drawing nearer to Him, trusting that His plans for you are good, *"plans for peace, and not for evil, to give you hope and a future"* (Jeremiah 29:11, WEB).
Heavenly Father, we come before You with grateful hearts, thanking You for the gift of salvation through Jesus Christ. Lord, we lift up this dear one and their family, asking for Your healing touch upon their bodies, minds, and spirits. Strengthen them in their grief and fill them with Your peace that surpasses all understanding. Grant them long life and prosperity, not as the world defines it, but in the richness of Your presence and purpose. Guard their steps, Lord, and lead them into a future that glorifies Your name. May they seek You first in all things and find their hope and security in You alone.
For those in the family who do not yet know You, Lord, we pray for their salvation. Soften their hearts to receive Your truth, that they may turn from sin and embrace the life You offer through Christ. Unify this family in faith, that they may be a light to the world around them.
We rebuke any spirit of fear, doubt, or discouragement that may try to take hold. By the authority of Jesus Christ, we declare that this family is covered by the blood of the Lamb, and no weapon formed against them shall prosper. May they walk in victory, knowing that *"if God is for us, who can be against us?"* (Romans 8:31, WEB).
In the mighty and matchless name of Jesus Christ, we pray. Amen and amen.
Col 1:9-12: "We keep asking to be filled with the knowledge of His will in all spiritual wisdom and understanding, so we may walk in a manner worthy of the Lord, to please Him in all respects, bearing fruit in every good work, increasing in the knowledge of God, strengthened with all power, according to His glorious might, for the attaining of all perseverance and patience; joyously giving thanks to the Father". ... I pray in Jesus' Name, Amen.
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