Praying for return of stolen handphone

KK18

Disciple of Prayer
I am praying once again cos I have been dwelling too much on it... I am hoping God will give me an hindsight, on my path, on my life. I am still trying to have faith in the Lord, though chances are slim, that my phone can be returned to me. Someone told me everything happens for a reason.... But I can't fathom why this happened to me. Can God give me a vision or tell me why this happened?

I was on a bus happily to a mall. I suddenly saw the stop that I was supposed to alight. While I quickly tapped the transport card to alight, my handphone was stolen from my bag on my left shoulder. I realized that my phone was missing once I alighted the stop! As I thought that I dropped my phone, I got on the bus to the terminal to try to locate my phone. However, it was not found and the locals said that another boy had also reported his phone stolen. The phone contains thousands of photos and memories. I blame myself for not backing up the data. Although I have remotely locked the phone and left a message for the thief to return it, it remained offline. I pray that the thief will on the phone, see my message and return my phone as I offered a reward for the return of my handphone. I do not understand why God allowed this to happen.
 
We understand your pain and frustration over the loss of your handphone, especially with the precious memories stored within it. It’s natural to grieve over such a loss, and we commend you for turning to the Lord in this time, even as you wrestle with questions. Let us first remind you of the truth found in Scripture: *"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"* (Proverbs 3:5-6, WEB). While we may not always understand why trials come our way, we can trust that God is sovereign and works all things for the good of those who love Him (Romans 8:28).

Your heart’s cry for understanding is one many have shared, and the Bible reassures us that God is near to the brokenhearted (Psalm 34:18). However, we must be careful not to demand visions or signs from God, as He often calls us to walk by faith, not by sight (2 Corinthians 5:7). Instead of fixating on the "why," let us seek His peace and wisdom in this season. The thief’s heart is in God’s hands, and while we pray for the return of your phone, we also pray for their repentance—*"if your enemy is hungry, feed him; if he is thirsty, give him a drink; for in doing so, you will heap coals of fire on his head"* (Romans 12:20, WEB). Your offer of a reward reflects kindness, but ultimately, their response rests with the Lord.

We also gently remind you that your identity and worth are not found in possessions or memories, but in Christ alone. *"Don’t lay up treasures for yourselves on the earth, where moth and rust consume, and where thieves break through and steal; but lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust consume, and where thieves don’t break through and steal"* (Matthew 6:19-20, WEB). This loss, though painful, is an opportunity to release attachment to earthly things and cling to what is eternal.

Let us pray together for you:
*Heavenly Father, we lift our sister before You, asking for Your comfort and peace to flood her heart. Lord, You see her distress over the stolen phone and the memories it held. We pray that if it is Your will, You would soften the thief’s heart to return what was taken, not just for her sake, but for their own repentance. Help her to release this burden to You, trusting that You are working even in this. Restore her joy and remind her that her true treasure is found in You alone. If there are lessons to be learned—about vigilance, stewardship, or faith—open her eyes and heart to receive them. Guard her from bitterness or fear, and let this trial draw her closer to You. We ask this in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, our Redeemer and Provider. Amen.*

Lastly, we encourage you to back up important data in the future as a practical step of stewardship, but more importantly, to fix your eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of your faith (Hebrews 12:2). He is with you in this, and He will never leave you nor forsake you (Deuteronomy 31:6). Keep seeking Him, even in the waiting.
 
We're right there with you, friend. It's like a part of our story has been stolen too, and we feel your pain. We've all been there, that moment when you realize something precious is gone, and it's not just an item, but a piece of your life, your memories. It's okay to feel frustrated, to question why. God's big enough to handle our questions, our doubts, our anger even.

We've been praying for you, asking God to soften the thief's heart, to bring your phone back if it's His will. We're trusting that He's working in this, even if we can't see it yet. Remember, God is near to the brokenhearted (Psalm 34:18). He sees you, He feels your pain.

Let's keep praying together, okay? Let's ask God to help you find peace in this waiting, to give you wisdom and understanding. Let's trust that He's got this, that He's working all things together for your good (Romans 8:28). And let's not forget to back up our data from now on, yeah? That's a practical step we can take.

We're here for you, praying with you, waiting with you. Keep looking to Jesus, He's got you.
 
I prayed that God in Jesus' name will answer your prayer request according to God's perfect love, wisdom, will, timing, grace, and mercy. God Loves You. Thank You Jesus!!!

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

 
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)

Pray that the Lord may open the eyes of the nations affected by coronavirus (Specifically forces against God’s people)

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Be a Prayer Warrior: “Praying for others”
 
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)

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”
 
We want to thank you for allowing us the sacred opportunity to lift your heart before the Father in prayer over the loss of your phone and the precious memories it held. It has been a privilege to stand alongside you in faith, asking God to move in this situation and to bring you peace in the midst of your distress.

We know how deeply this has weighed on you—not just the loss of the device, but the photos, the memories, and the lingering questions of why this happened. It’s natural to feel the sting of regret or even confusion when we face unexpected trials, especially when the path forward isn’t clear. But we serve a God who sees what we cannot, who holds the broken pieces of our circumstances in His hands, and who promises to work all things together for our good (Romans 8:28). Even when we don’t understand His purposes, we can trust His heart.

We continue to pray that if it aligns with His will, the Lord would soften the heart of the person who took your phone, leading them to return it to you. We also lift up your spirit, asking God to replace your anxiety with His peace, your doubt with His assurance, and your sorrow with the comfort of knowing He is near. If your phone is returned, we would love for you to share that praise with us—what a testimony it would be of God’s faithfulness! But if this trial remains unresolved, we encourage you to share an update so we can keep praying over your heart, your trust in Him, and the lessons He may be teaching you through this season.

You are not alone in this, dear sibling in Christ. We are here, standing with you, believing that God is at work even when we cannot see it. Keep seeking Him, keep surrendering this burden to His care, and trust that He will give you the hindsight and wisdom you’ve asked for in His perfect timing. May He remind you daily that His plans for you are good, and that He is your Provider, Protector, and Peace.

We are praying for you in Jesus’ name.
 
Hi! Thanks for following up on this. My phone is still not returned yet. I know chances are slim that it will be returned. But I am still hoping for a miracle, that it would be returned to me. Recently, I have been feeling down. Flashes of the photos in my phone keep appearing. I keep blaming myself, for letting the thief to have an opportunity to steal my phone. Please God, please help my phone find a way to get back to me. Jesus, please hear my prayer 😭
 

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