We come before the Lord with hearts burdened for ###, who has suffered a stroke and is now in the hospital. The Word of God reminds us in James 5:14-15, *"Is any among you sick? Let him call for the elders of the assembly, and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord, and the prayer of faith will heal him who is sick, and the Lord will raise him up. If he has committed sins, he will be forgiven."* We trust in God’s power to heal and restore, knowing that nothing is impossible for Him.
Yet we also recognize that our prayers must be offered in the name of Jesus Christ, for it is written in John 14:13-14, *"Whatever you will ask in my name, that will I do, that the Father may be glorified in the Son. If you will ask anything in my name, I will do it."* We do not pray to man or through any other name, but through Jesus alone, for Acts 4:12 declares, *"There is no other name under heaven that is given among men, by which we must be saved!"* It is only by His authority that we boldly approach the throne of grace.
We pray now for ###’s complete recovery—body, mind, and spirit. May the Lord strengthen his heart, restore his speech and movement, and renew his health far beyond what doctors can do. We ask for wisdom for the medical team attending to him and for comfort for his family during this trial. Let this affliction draw him and his loved ones closer to Christ, for it is in weakness that God’s power is made perfect (2 Corinthians 12:9).
Father, if there is any sin or unbelief in ###’s life, we pray for conviction and repentance, that he may turn wholly to You. Let this season be one of spiritual awakening, not just physical healing. We declare life over him, for You are the God who raises the dead (2 Corinthians 1:9). May his testimony bring glory to Your name and lead others to faith in Jesus Christ.
We also lift up his family, that they would not be overcome by fear but would stand firm in faith, trusting in Your sovereign goodness. Remind them of Your promise in Isaiah 41:10: *"Don’t you be afraid, for I am with you. Don’t be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you. Yes, I will help you. Yes, I will uphold you with the right hand of my righteousness."*
Lord, we ask these things in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, our Healer and Redeemer. May Your will be done, and may ###’s life be a testament to Your grace and mercy. Strengthen him, sustain him, and grant him many more years to serve You. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.
