Prayers request for ### concerning alcoholism
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We come before the Lord with heavy hearts, lifting up your mother in prayer. Alcoholism is a fierce battle, one that grips not only the body but the mind and spirit as well. We recognize the pain and disruption it has brought to your home and community, and we stand with you in seeking God’s deliverance and transformation for her life.
The Bible tells us in 1 Corinthians 6:19-20, *"Or don’t you know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit who is in you, whom you have from God? You are not your own, for you were bought with a price. Therefore glorify God in your body and in your spirit, which are God’s."* Your mother’s body is a temple of the Holy Spirit, and alcohol defiles that temple. But we serve a God who is mighty to save and who delights in restoring what has been broken. In Joel 2:25, the Lord promises, *"I will restore to you the years that the swarming locust has eaten, the hopper, the destroyer, and the cutter, my great army, which I sent among you."* We claim this promise over her life—God can restore the years lost to addiction and bring beauty from ashes.
We also rebuke the spirit of rebellion and insolence that has taken hold in her life. Proverbs 16:18 warns, *"Pride goes before destruction, and a haughty spirit before a fall."* But we know that God resists the proud and gives grace to the humble (James 4:6). We pray that she would humble herself before the Lord, repent of her ways, and turn to Him with a contrite heart. In 2 Chronicles 7:14, God says, *"If my people, who are called by my name, shall humble themselves, pray, seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, will forgive their sin, and will heal their land."* This healing begins in her heart.
Most importantly, we pray for a spiritual awakening in her life. Without Jesus, there is no true freedom or lasting change. Jesus Himself said in John 8:36, *"If therefore the Son makes you free, you will be free indeed."* We declare that she will come to know Him as her Savior and Lord, that her thirst for alcohol will be replaced by a thirst for the living water only He can provide. In John 4:14, Jesus promises, *"But whoever drinks of the water that I will give him will never thirst again; but the water that I will give him will become in him a well of water springing up to eternal life."*
Let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You with hearts burdened for this precious woman. Lord, we ask that You break the chains of alcoholism that have bound her for these four years. We rebuke the spirit of addiction in the mighty name of Jesus and command it to leave her life. Father, we pray for a supernatural intervention—let her wake up one day with no desire for alcohol, only a hunger and thirst for You. Replace the emptiness in her heart with the fullness of Your Spirit.
Lord, we ask that You soften her heart. Remove the pride and rebellion that have taken root, and replace them with humility and a teachable spirit. Let her see the pain she has caused her family and neighbors, and give her the courage to repent and seek restoration. We pray for healing in her relationships—let forgiveness flow, and let Your love mend what has been broken.
Father, we declare that she will come to know Jesus as her Savior. Open her eyes to see her need for Him, and draw her to Yourself with cords of love. Let her experience the freedom that only comes through Christ, and let her life become a testimony of Your power and grace. We ask that You fill her with Your Holy Spirit, that she may walk in newness of life and bear fruit that glorifies You.
Lord, we also pray for this family. Strengthen them in their faith and give them patience and wisdom as they walk through this trial. Let them be a light to her, showing her the love of Christ even in her darkest moments. Surround them with a community of believers who will stand with them in prayer and support.
We thank You, Father, for Your faithfulness. We trust that You are working even now, and we declare that her story is not over. You are the God who makes all things new, and we believe that You will turn her life around for Your glory. In the powerful name of Jesus, we pray. Amen.
We encourage you to continue standing in faith, even when the situation seems hopeless. Galatians 6:9 reminds us, *"Let us not be weary in doing good, for we will reap in due season, if we don’t give up."* Keep praying, keep believing, and keep loving your mother with the love of Christ. God is able to do exceedingly abundantly above all that we ask or think (Ephesians 3:20), and we trust that He will bring victory in this battle.
The Bible tells us in 1 Corinthians 6:19-20, *"Or don’t you know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit who is in you, whom you have from God? You are not your own, for you were bought with a price. Therefore glorify God in your body and in your spirit, which are God’s."* Your mother’s body is a temple of the Holy Spirit, and alcohol defiles that temple. But we serve a God who is mighty to save and who delights in restoring what has been broken. In Joel 2:25, the Lord promises, *"I will restore to you the years that the swarming locust has eaten, the hopper, the destroyer, and the cutter, my great army, which I sent among you."* We claim this promise over her life—God can restore the years lost to addiction and bring beauty from ashes.
We also rebuke the spirit of rebellion and insolence that has taken hold in her life. Proverbs 16:18 warns, *"Pride goes before destruction, and a haughty spirit before a fall."* But we know that God resists the proud and gives grace to the humble (James 4:6). We pray that she would humble herself before the Lord, repent of her ways, and turn to Him with a contrite heart. In 2 Chronicles 7:14, God says, *"If my people, who are called by my name, shall humble themselves, pray, seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, will forgive their sin, and will heal their land."* This healing begins in her heart.
Most importantly, we pray for a spiritual awakening in her life. Without Jesus, there is no true freedom or lasting change. Jesus Himself said in John 8:36, *"If therefore the Son makes you free, you will be free indeed."* We declare that she will come to know Him as her Savior and Lord, that her thirst for alcohol will be replaced by a thirst for the living water only He can provide. In John 4:14, Jesus promises, *"But whoever drinks of the water that I will give him will never thirst again; but the water that I will give him will become in him a well of water springing up to eternal life."*
Let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You with hearts burdened for this precious woman. Lord, we ask that You break the chains of alcoholism that have bound her for these four years. We rebuke the spirit of addiction in the mighty name of Jesus and command it to leave her life. Father, we pray for a supernatural intervention—let her wake up one day with no desire for alcohol, only a hunger and thirst for You. Replace the emptiness in her heart with the fullness of Your Spirit.
Lord, we ask that You soften her heart. Remove the pride and rebellion that have taken root, and replace them with humility and a teachable spirit. Let her see the pain she has caused her family and neighbors, and give her the courage to repent and seek restoration. We pray for healing in her relationships—let forgiveness flow, and let Your love mend what has been broken.
Father, we declare that she will come to know Jesus as her Savior. Open her eyes to see her need for Him, and draw her to Yourself with cords of love. Let her experience the freedom that only comes through Christ, and let her life become a testimony of Your power and grace. We ask that You fill her with Your Holy Spirit, that she may walk in newness of life and bear fruit that glorifies You.
Lord, we also pray for this family. Strengthen them in their faith and give them patience and wisdom as they walk through this trial. Let them be a light to her, showing her the love of Christ even in her darkest moments. Surround them with a community of believers who will stand with them in prayer and support.
We thank You, Father, for Your faithfulness. We trust that You are working even now, and we declare that her story is not over. You are the God who makes all things new, and we believe that You will turn her life around for Your glory. In the powerful name of Jesus, we pray. Amen.
We encourage you to continue standing in faith, even when the situation seems hopeless. Galatians 6:9 reminds us, *"Let us not be weary in doing good, for we will reap in due season, if we don’t give up."* Keep praying, keep believing, and keep loving your mother with the love of Christ. God is able to do exceedingly abundantly above all that we ask or think (Ephesians 3:20), and we trust that He will bring victory in this battle.
We're here with you, friend, lifting your mom up in prayer. We know the struggle is real, the pain deep, and the disruption to your home and community profound. But we also know the power of our God, who specializes in turning lives around.
We're claiming Psalm 30:5 over her life, "Weeping may endure for a night, but joy comes in the morning." We're believing for that morning, for that joy, for that breakthrough. We're asking God to give her a supernatural desire to break free from alcohol, to replace it with a thirst for Him. We're praying for a softening of her heart, for humility, for a teachable spirit.
We're also praying for you, dear one. We're asking God to strengthen you, to give you patience, wisdom, and unyielding faith. We're praying that your love for her would be a beacon of hope, a testament to God's love even in the darkest times.
Let's keep standing together in faith, keep praying, keep believing. Because with God, all things are possible. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
We're claiming Psalm 30:5 over her life, "Weeping may endure for a night, but joy comes in the morning." We're believing for that morning, for that joy, for that breakthrough. We're asking God to give her a supernatural desire to break free from alcohol, to replace it with a thirst for Him. We're praying for a softening of her heart, for humility, for a teachable spirit.
We're also praying for you, dear one. We're asking God to strengthen you, to give you patience, wisdom, and unyielding faith. We're praying that your love for her would be a beacon of hope, a testament to God's love even in the darkest times.
Let's keep standing together in faith, keep praying, keep believing. Because with God, all things are possible. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
Cinu
Beloved of All
Lord, we pray for this prayer and family for blessings healing and salvation. Heal and bless. May their lives be a praise and glory unto thee.
Come to the Lord's holy presence. Seek him with all your heart. Cling to his Word and meditate on it moment by moment by positive thoughts and joy in the heart (James 1:2-4), knowing that the Lord is good and to him be all the praise. Seek first God's kingdom and his righteousness (Matthew 6:33). Even though life may feel hard, the Lord's hand will be on you, and he will answer in his time. I am praying for you. Amen.
Some resources that might help.
Needs: - But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19(KJV)
Salvation: - So they said "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and you will be saved you and your household." Acts 16:31(NKJV)
Healing: - But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, And by His stripes we are healed. Isaiah 53:5(NKJV)
Fulfillment by the Holy Spirit: - Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts. Zechariah 4:6(KJV)
Persecutions: - But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you, Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you. Luke 6:27-28(KJV)
Help in Prayer
Dwelling and Thriving in God’s grace where everything happens for good (Romans 8:28)
Finding Life and Salvation in Christ: A Roadmap
Pray that the Lord may open the eyes of the nations affected by coronavirus (Specifically forces against God’s people)
sermons
Be a Prayer Warrior: “Praying for others”
Come to the Lord's holy presence. Seek him with all your heart. Cling to his Word and meditate on it moment by moment by positive thoughts and joy in the heart (James 1:2-4), knowing that the Lord is good and to him be all the praise. Seek first God's kingdom and his righteousness (Matthew 6:33). Even though life may feel hard, the Lord's hand will be on you, and he will answer in his time. I am praying for you. Amen.
Some resources that might help.
Needs: - But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19(KJV)
Salvation: - So they said "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and you will be saved you and your household." Acts 16:31(NKJV)
Healing: - But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, And by His stripes we are healed. Isaiah 53:5(NKJV)
Fulfillment by the Holy Spirit: - Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts. Zechariah 4:6(KJV)
Persecutions: - But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you, Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you. Luke 6:27-28(KJV)
Help in Prayer
Dwelling and Thriving in God’s grace where everything happens for good (Romans 8:28)
Finding Life and Salvation in Christ: A Roadmap
Pray that the Lord may open the eyes of the nations affected by coronavirus (Specifically forces against God’s people)
sermons
Be a Prayer Warrior: “Praying for others”
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Beloved
I prayed for this request in Jesus Name.
The Encourager
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May God in Jesus' name answer your prayer request according to God's perfect love, wisdom, will, timing, grace, and mercy.
Psalm 37:4: Delight yourself in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart.
Matthew 6:33: But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.
Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name please bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. God bless me to prosper, walk in excellent health, and never stop growing in the love, grace, and knowledge of Christ Jesus. God bless me to know You in truth, fall in love with You with all my heart, mind, soul, body, and strength and never fall out of love with You. Bless me to have an ever growing closer stronger, more intimate relationship with You. Bless me with the love, desire, strength, and the spirit of obedience to always delight myself in You, seek first Your kingdom, Your righteousness, and to always respect and obey You. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, acknowledge You in all my ways, and lean not to my own understanding.
God heal me in every area of my life. Deliver and cleanse me of everything in my life that doesn't honor You. Transform and renew my mind. Bless me with love, power, and a sound mind. Let the mind that is in Christ Jesus be in me. Bless me to have and operate with a God solution focused heart, mind, spirit, and attitude. Bless me to have a God Kingdom Culture Mentality. God be with me as a mighty warrior. Let no weapon formed against me prosper. Protect me from all the plans of my enemies and the plans of the enemy of my soul. God, all that I have asked of You, in this prayer, please do the same for the writer of the prayer, all those who love and care about me, and all those I love and care about. God, please forever honor this prayer over each of our lives. God Thank You. Amen, so be it by faith, and by faith, it is so. Prayer written by The Encourager-Prayer Warrior-Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach. www.theencourager.net
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Psalm 37:4: Delight yourself in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart.
Matthew 6:33: But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.
Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name please bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. God bless me to prosper, walk in excellent health, and never stop growing in the love, grace, and knowledge of Christ Jesus. God bless me to know You in truth, fall in love with You with all my heart, mind, soul, body, and strength and never fall out of love with You. Bless me to have an ever growing closer stronger, more intimate relationship with You. Bless me with the love, desire, strength, and the spirit of obedience to always delight myself in You, seek first Your kingdom, Your righteousness, and to always respect and obey You. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, acknowledge You in all my ways, and lean not to my own understanding.God heal me in every area of my life. Deliver and cleanse me of everything in my life that doesn't honor You. Transform and renew my mind. Bless me with love, power, and a sound mind. Let the mind that is in Christ Jesus be in me. Bless me to have and operate with a God solution focused heart, mind, spirit, and attitude. Bless me to have a God Kingdom Culture Mentality. God be with me as a mighty warrior. Let no weapon formed against me prosper. Protect me from all the plans of my enemies and the plans of the enemy of my soul. God, all that I have asked of You, in this prayer, please do the same for the writer of the prayer, all those who love and care about me, and all those I love and care about. God, please forever honor this prayer over each of our lives. God Thank You. Amen, so be it by faith, and by faith, it is so. Prayer written by The Encourager-Prayer Warrior-Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach. www.theencourager.net
Healed Spirit Soul And Body
Healed Spirit Soul And Body
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We want to thank you for the privilege of standing with you in prayer for your mom. It’s clear how deeply you love her and how much this battle with alcoholism weighs on your heart. We have lifted her up before the Lord, asking Him to break the chains of addiction, restore peace to your home and neighborhood, and draw her heart to a place of repentance and renewal. We prayed that she would turn away from the things that bind her and develop a true hunger and thirst for God and His truth through Jesus Christ.
As the days pass, we continue to hold your family in our hearts. If you’ve seen any glimpses of God’s hand at work—whether in her attitude, her choices, or even small moments of clarity—we would love to hear about it. Your praise reports encourage us all and remind us of God’s faithfulness. If, however, the struggle persists and you feel the need for fresh prayer, please don’t hesitate to post this request again. We are here to stand with you, interceding on her behalf until the victory is won.
May the Lord surround you and your family with His peace and strength as you trust in Him. May He fill your mom’s heart with a desire for His presence and a longing to walk in freedom. We pray all these things in the powerful name of Jesus. Amen.
As the days pass, we continue to hold your family in our hearts. If you’ve seen any glimpses of God’s hand at work—whether in her attitude, her choices, or even small moments of clarity—we would love to hear about it. Your praise reports encourage us all and remind us of God’s faithfulness. If, however, the struggle persists and you feel the need for fresh prayer, please don’t hesitate to post this request again. We are here to stand with you, interceding on her behalf until the victory is won.
May the Lord surround you and your family with His peace and strength as you trust in Him. May He fill your mom’s heart with a desire for His presence and a longing to walk in freedom. We pray all these things in the powerful name of Jesus. Amen.
