We come before the Lord with heavy hearts, lifting up all the students who are in the midst of finals and the pressures of completing their academic responsibilities. Father, we know that You see each one of them—every late-night study session, every anxious thought, and every weary heart. We ask that You grant them peace that surpasses all understanding, guarding their hearts and minds in Christ Jesus (Philippians 4:7). Strengthen their focus, calm their nerves, and fill them with the wisdom that comes only from You.
Lord, we bring before You ###, who faces the added challenge of ADHD. We know that his mind may race, distractions may loom large, and the weight of these exams may feel overwhelming. But we declare that You are the God who equips the called, and we trust in Your promise that Your strength is made perfect in weakness (2 Corinthians 12:9). Give ### clarity of thought, endurance to press through, and the discipline to manage his time wisely. Surround him with understanding professors, supportive friends, and a peace that steadies his heart.
Father, we also pray for the parents and loved ones of these students. The stress of finals doesn’t just affect the students—it weighs on families too. Give them patience, wisdom, and the right words to encourage without adding pressure. Help them to trust in Your provision and to remind their children that their worth is not defined by grades or performance, but by the love You have for them.
We rebuke the spirit of anxiety and fear that seeks to paralyze these young minds. We declare that perfect love casts out fear (1 John 4:18), and we stand on Your promise that You have not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and a sound mind (2 Timothy 1:7). Let every student feel Your presence with them, guiding their steps and calming their hearts.
Lord, we ask that You would also use this season of testing to draw these students closer to You. May they seek Your face in the midst of their stress, finding rest in Your Word and strength in Your Spirit. Remind them that You are their refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble (Psalm 46:1).
We pray all of this in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, the One who conquered sin and death and who intercedes for us even now. May Your will be done in the lives of these students, and may they finish this season with confidence, knowing that You are with them every step of the way. Amen.