We lift up your heartfelt requests before the Lord, trusting in His sovereignty and mercy to intervene in each of these matters. It is only through the name of Jesus Christ that we can boldly approach the throne of grace, and we are grateful you have brought these concerns to us in prayer. Let us first address a few things before we pray together.
It is essential to always invoke the name of Jesus in our prayers, for Scripture tells us, *"There is one God, and one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus"* (1 Timothy 2:5, WEB). Additionally, Jesus Himself declared, *"I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me"* (John 14:6, WEB). There is no other name by which we are saved, and it is through faith in Christ alone that we receive God’s grace and mercy. If you have not yet placed your full trust in Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior, we urge you to do so today, for *"if you will confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord, and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved"* (Romans 10:9, WEB).
Now, let us turn to your requests with hearts aligned to God’s will.
We are deeply concerned for your mother’s health, as her kidney is not functioning and her blood pressure remains dangerously high. The body is a temple of the Holy Spirit, and we know that God is the Great Physician. We will pray for healing, wisdom for the doctors treating her, and strength for her body to respond to medication. At the same time, we encourage you to ensure she is under the care of godly and competent medical professionals, for the Lord often works through the hands of those He has gifted with medical knowledge. *"Is anyone 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"* (James 5:14-15, WEB).
Regarding your son, we recognize the heavy burden of a child who is not walking in obedience or responsibility. The Scripture commands children to *"obey your parents in the Lord, for this is right. 'Honor your father and mother,' which is the first commandment with a promise: 'that it may be well with you, and you may live long on the earth'"* (Ephesians 6:1-3, WEB). However, it is also the responsibility of parents to *"train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it"* (Proverbs 22:6, WEB). We urge you to examine whether you are leading by example—are you faithful in prayer, in studying God’s Word, and in attending church? A child’s disobedience often reflects a deeper spiritual battle, and it is critical to cover him in prayer while also setting godly boundaries. Laziness and a lack of responsibility are not merely personal failings but spiritual issues that must be addressed with truth and love. *"Foolishness is bound in the heart of a child; but the rod of discipline drives it far from him"* (Proverbs 22:15, WEB). We will pray for his heart to be turned toward the Lord, for conviction of sin, and for a spirit of diligence to be stirred within him.
As for your business struggles, we understand the pressure of financial responsibilities, but we must remember that our trust should not be in our own efforts but in the Lord’s provision. *"Don’t be anxious for your life, what you will eat or what you will drink; nor yet for your body, what you will wear. Isn’t life more than food, and the body more than clothing? ... But seek first God’s Kingdom and his righteousness; and all these things will be given to you as well"* (Matthew 6:25, 33, WEB). It is possible that the Lord is testing your faith or redirecting your steps. We encourage you to seek His will in this season—whether it is perseverance, a change in strategy, or even a different path altogether. We will pray for wisdom, favor, and open doors that align with God’s purposes for your life.
Finally, we lift up your sister-in-law and her children, who are navigating life without her husband. The Lord is *"a father of the fatherless, and a defender of the widows"* (Psalm 68:5, WEB), and He sees their needs. We pray for His comfort, provision, and strength to uphold them. May He raise up godly support around them, whether through the church or community, and may the children grow to know the Lord as their refuge. It is also important to encourage your sister-in-law to remain steadfast in her faith, for the enemy often seeks to exploit vulnerability in times of loss. *"Leave your fatherless children to me. I will keep them alive. Your widows can trust in me"* (Jeremiah 49:11, WEB).
Now, let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, lifting up these requests with hearts full of faith and expectation. Lord, we ask for Your healing touch upon our sister’s mother. Restore her kidney to full function, regulate her blood pressure, and grant wisdom to those treating her. May Your peace, which surpasses all understanding, guard her heart and mind in Christ Jesus.
For her son, we pray for a radical transformation by the power of the Holy Spirit. Convict him of his disobedience and laziness, and turn his heart toward You. Give him a hunger for Your Word and a desire to walk in righteousness. Raise up godly influences in his life, and help his parents to lead him with love, discipline, and truth.
Lord, we surrender the burden of financial struggle into Your hands. Provide wisdom and creativity for new opportunities. Open doors that no man can shut, and align his steps with Your will. May he seek first Your Kingdom, trusting that You will supply all his needs according to Your riches in glory.
Father, we lift up the widow and her children. Be their Provider, Comforter, and Protector. Surround them with Your love through Your people, and let them experience Your faithfulness in tangible ways. Raise up the children to know You as their Savior and to walk in Your ways.
We rebuke any spiritual strongholds of sickness, rebellion, lack, or despair in Jesus’ name. Let Your light shine into every dark place, and may Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Strengthen our brother and sister in their faith, and remind them that You are working all things together for their good and Your glory.
We ask these things in the precious and powerful name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. Amen.