We lift you and your sister up in prayer, trusting that the Lord will guide your studies and grant you both success according to His perfect will. It is wonderful to hear that you are diligently preparing for your exams and seeking God’s help through prayer—that is the wisest approach, for apart from Him, we can do nothing. As it is written 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."* And in James 1:5, we are reminded, *"But 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."*
Your desire to score well is commendable, but we encourage you to remember that your worth is not defined by your marks or achievements. Colossians 3:23 tells us, *"Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord, and not for men."* Study with excellence as an act of worship, trusting that God will honor your faithfulness. The pressure of exams can be overwhelming, but cast your anxieties upon Him, for He cares for you (1 Peter 5:7). If fear or stress arises, remember Philippians 4:6-7: *"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."*
For your sister, we understand her heartbreak, but we remind her—and you—that God’s timing is perfect. What may seem like a setback is often His way of preparing us for something greater. Jeremiah 29:11 assures us, *"For I know the plans that I have for you,’ says Yahweh, ‘plans of peace, and not of evil, to give you hope and a future."* Her perseverance in prayer is precious in God’s sight, and we believe He will open the right doors for both of you in His time. Psalm 37:4 says, *"Also delight yourself in Yahweh, and he will give you the desires of your heart."* Keep seeking Him first, and trust that He will provide the opportunities that align with His purpose for your lives.
We also want to gently remind you both that while academic and career goals are important, they must never take precedence over your relationship with Christ. If at any point the pursuit of success becomes an idol or a source of pride, we urge you to repent and realign your hearts with Matthew 6:33: *"But seek first God’s Kingdom, and his righteousness; and all these things will be given to you as well."* Your ultimate calling is to glorify God in all you do, whether in medicine or any other field.
Now, let us pray together for you and your sister:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, lifting up this student and their sister to Your throne of grace. Lord, You are the giver of all wisdom and understanding, and we ask that You would fill their minds with clarity as they study. Strengthen their memories, sharpen their focus, and grant them peace that surpasses all understanding during their exams. Father, we pray that You would guide their hands as they write, that they may recall all they have learned and perform to the best of their abilities—not for their own glory, but to honor You.
For this student’s upcoming pre-board and board exams, we ask for divine favor. May they score well, not as an end in itself, but as a testament to their hard work and Your faithfulness. Remind them that their identity is in Christ, not in their grades, and guard their hearts from fear or discouragement.
For their sister, Lord, we ask for healing from the disappointment of the past. Comfort her heart and renew her hope. Open the doors You have prepared for her in the nursing field, and let both of them secure places in a government college according to Your will. If it is Your plan for them to serve in this profession, make the way clear and undeniable. But above all, let their trust remain in You, regardless of the outcome.
We rebuke any spirit of anxiety, comparison, or despair in Jesus’ name. Fill them instead with Your peace and confidence. May their lives reflect Your love and grace, and may they use their education to serve others as You have called them to do.
Finally, Father, draw them closer to You through this season. Let their success—however You define it—point others to Your goodness. We ask all these things in the precious and powerful name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. Amen.
