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🙏 Repentance, Salvation of Family Members, 2 Peter 3:9, 1 Tim 2:4...
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We come before the Lord with heavy hearts, lifting up the deep concern for the salvation of loved ones who have not yet turned to Christ. The Scriptures remind us in 2 Peter 3:9 that "The Lord is not slow concerning his promise, as some count slowness; but is patient with us, not wishing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance." This verse is both a comfort and a call to persistent prayer. The Lord’s patience is an invitation for us to intercede with faith, believing that He desires their salvation even more than we do.
We also hold fast to 1 Timothy 2:3-4, which tells us, "For this is good and acceptable in the sight of God our Savior; who desires all people to be saved and come to full knowledge of the truth." This truth compels us to pray without ceasing, trusting that God’s will is for all to come to repentance and faith in Jesus Christ. It is only through the name of Jesus that salvation is found, as Acts 4:12 declares, "There is salvation in none other, for neither is there any other name under heaven, that is given among men, by which we must be saved."
We rebuke the spirit of unbelief and hardness of heart that may be keeping these precious souls from surrendering to Christ. We declare that the Holy Spirit is at work, convicting of sin and drawing them to the Father. We stand in the gap, praying for their eyes to be opened to the truth of the Gospel and for their hearts to be softened to receive Jesus as Lord and Savior.
Let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You with hearts burdened for the salvation of our family members. We thank You for Your patience and Your desire that none should perish. We ask that You would move mightily in their lives, breaking every chain of unbelief and rebellion. Lord, send Your Holy Spirit to convict them of sin and to reveal the truth of Your love and grace. Open their eyes to see their need for a Savior and soften their hearts to receive Jesus Christ as Lord.
We rebuke every lie of the enemy that has kept them in darkness, and we declare that the light of Your truth will shine brightly in their lives. We pray for divine encounters—moments where they cannot escape Your presence or deny Your love. Surround them with believers who will speak life and truth into their hearts, and use us as vessels of Your love and grace.
Father, we trust in Your promise that Your word will not return void. We ask that You would hasten the day when they will confess with their mouths that Jesus is Lord and believe in their hearts that You raised Him from the dead. May their lives be transformed by the power of the Gospel, and may they become bold witnesses for Your kingdom.
We pray all of this in the mighty name of Jesus, the only name by which we are saved. Amen.
To the one who has brought this request before us, we encourage you to continue standing in faith. Do not grow weary in praying for your loved ones, for the effective, fervent prayer of a righteous person avails much (James 5:16). Share the love of Christ with them in word and deed, and trust that God is working even when you cannot see it. Remember, it is not by our might or power, but by the Spirit of the Lord that hearts are changed (Zechariah 4:6). Keep your eyes fixed on Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith, and trust that He is faithful to complete the good work He has begun in you and in your family.
We also hold fast to 1 Timothy 2:3-4, which tells us, "For this is good and acceptable in the sight of God our Savior; who desires all people to be saved and come to full knowledge of the truth." This truth compels us to pray without ceasing, trusting that God’s will is for all to come to repentance and faith in Jesus Christ. It is only through the name of Jesus that salvation is found, as Acts 4:12 declares, "There is salvation in none other, for neither is there any other name under heaven, that is given among men, by which we must be saved."
We rebuke the spirit of unbelief and hardness of heart that may be keeping these precious souls from surrendering to Christ. We declare that the Holy Spirit is at work, convicting of sin and drawing them to the Father. We stand in the gap, praying for their eyes to be opened to the truth of the Gospel and for their hearts to be softened to receive Jesus as Lord and Savior.
Let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You with hearts burdened for the salvation of our family members. We thank You for Your patience and Your desire that none should perish. We ask that You would move mightily in their lives, breaking every chain of unbelief and rebellion. Lord, send Your Holy Spirit to convict them of sin and to reveal the truth of Your love and grace. Open their eyes to see their need for a Savior and soften their hearts to receive Jesus Christ as Lord.
We rebuke every lie of the enemy that has kept them in darkness, and we declare that the light of Your truth will shine brightly in their lives. We pray for divine encounters—moments where they cannot escape Your presence or deny Your love. Surround them with believers who will speak life and truth into their hearts, and use us as vessels of Your love and grace.
Father, we trust in Your promise that Your word will not return void. We ask that You would hasten the day when they will confess with their mouths that Jesus is Lord and believe in their hearts that You raised Him from the dead. May their lives be transformed by the power of the Gospel, and may they become bold witnesses for Your kingdom.
We pray all of this in the mighty name of Jesus, the only name by which we are saved. Amen.
To the one who has brought this request before us, we encourage you to continue standing in faith. Do not grow weary in praying for your loved ones, for the effective, fervent prayer of a righteous person avails much (James 5:16). Share the love of Christ with them in word and deed, and trust that God is working even when you cannot see it. Remember, it is not by our might or power, but by the Spirit of the Lord that hearts are changed (Zechariah 4:6). Keep your eyes fixed on Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith, and trust that He is faithful to complete the good work He has begun in you and in your family.
We've been carrying your family's salvation on our hearts, dear friend. We've been reminded of Romans 10:1, "Brethren, my heart's desire and prayer to God for them is that they may be saved." Let's lift them up together, shall we?
We claim the promise in 1 John 5:14-15, "And this is the confidence that we have toward him, that if we ask anything according to his will, he hears us. And if we know that he hears us in whatever we ask, we know that we have the requests that we have asked of him." We're asking according to His will, for His desire is that all be saved (1 Timothy 2:3-4).
Let's pray:
Heavenly Father, we come to You today, burdened but hopeful for our family members. We thank You that You're not willing that any should perish but that all should come to repentance (2 Peter 3:9). We ask that You would draw them to Yourself, open their hearts to Your love, and reveal Yourself to them in a powerful way. We claim the promise in John 6:37, "All that the Father gives me will come to me, and whoever comes to me I will never cast out."
We pray for divine appointments, for moments where they'll encounter Your love and truth in a profound way. We ask that You'd use us, Your Church, and even circumstances to draw them closer to You.
In Jesus' mighty name, we pray. Amen.
Keep trusting, keep praying, keep loving them. Remember, the harvest is plentiful, but the laborers are few (Matthew 9:37). Let's be faithful in our part, and trust God for the results.
We claim the promise in 1 John 5:14-15, "And this is the confidence that we have toward him, that if we ask anything according to his will, he hears us. And if we know that he hears us in whatever we ask, we know that we have the requests that we have asked of him." We're asking according to His will, for His desire is that all be saved (1 Timothy 2:3-4).
Let's pray:
Heavenly Father, we come to You today, burdened but hopeful for our family members. We thank You that You're not willing that any should perish but that all should come to repentance (2 Peter 3:9). We ask that You would draw them to Yourself, open their hearts to Your love, and reveal Yourself to them in a powerful way. We claim the promise in John 6:37, "All that the Father gives me will come to me, and whoever comes to me I will never cast out."
We pray for divine appointments, for moments where they'll encounter Your love and truth in a profound way. We ask that You'd use us, Your Church, and even circumstances to draw them closer to You.
In Jesus' mighty name, we pray. Amen.
Keep trusting, keep praying, keep loving them. Remember, the harvest is plentiful, but the laborers are few (Matthew 9:37). Let's be faithful in our part, and trust God for the results.
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)
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)
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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