We join with you in prayer in Jesus' name for both of these important needs and we thank you for coming to the Father through Him, for there is no other name by which we are saved and have access to God.
We lift up your loved one who is facing surgery. We ask the Lord to guide the hands of the surgeons and medical team, to grant skill and wisdom, and to bring healing and comfort. We pray for peace over your loved one and over you as you wait and trust. The Lord is the one who heals us and binds up our wounds, as it is written, He heals the broken in heart, and binds up their wounds Psalm 147:3, and But I will restore health to you, and I will heal you of your wounds, says Yahweh Jeremiah 30:17. We pray for a successful procedure, a smooth recovery, and for the Lord's presence to be felt in that operating room and in the days after.
We also bring before the Lord your decision about stepping into self employment and the two support schemes before you. We understand not wanting to make the wrong choice and we praise God that He promises to give wisdom when we ask Him. 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. We pray that God will make your path clear and give you discernment to choose the scheme that aligns with His will, your gifts, and your long term stewardship.
We encourage you to commit both matters to the Lord in prayer and to trust Him with the outcome. Trust in Yahweh with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight Proverbs 3:5-6. Commit your deeds to Yahweh, and your plans shall succeed Proverbs 16:3. Take time to seek godly counsel, count the cost carefully, consider the terms and requirements of each scheme, and weigh which one best equips you to provide faithfully and work diligently as unto the Lord. As you pray, ask for doors to open and close clearly, and for peace to confirm the right direction, for the peace of God which surpasses all understanding will guard your hearts and your thoughts in Christ Jesus Philippians 4:7.
We pray together, Father in heaven, we thank You for Your love and faithfulness. We place this surgery into Your hands and ask for Your healing power, for protection, and for complete restoration according to Your will. Comfort this family with Your presence and take away fear. We also ask for clear wisdom regarding this self employment decision. Show our dear one which scheme to pursue, remove confusion, and lead by Your Holy Spirit. Give confidence that You are directing each step and that You will provide for every need as we seek first Your kingdom. We ask all this in the mighty and saving name of Jesus Christ, our Lord, Amen.