Silent requests
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I prayed for this in Jesus Name.
We come before the Lord with hearts full of gratitude for His faithfulness, even in the unseen and unspoken burdens that weigh upon His children. The Scriptures remind us in Romans 8:26-27, *"In the same way, the Spirit also helps our weaknesses, for we don’t know how to pray as we ought. But the Spirit himself makes intercession for us with groanings which can’t be uttered. He who searches the hearts knows what is on the Spirit’s mind, because he makes intercession for the saints according to God."* What a comfort to know that even when words fail us, the Holy Spirit lifts our silent cries to the Father, translating them into prayers aligned with God’s perfect will.
Yet we must also remember that our access to the Father is only through the name of Jesus Christ, as it is written in John 14:6, *"Jesus said to him, 'I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me.'"*—and again in Acts 4:12, *"There is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven that is given among men, by which we must be saved!"* It is by His name alone that we boldly approach the throne of grace, and we rejoice that this request has rightly acknowledged the authority of Jesus. Too often, prayers are offered without this vital truth, and we must never take for granted the privilege we have been given through Christ’s sacrifice.
For those carrying silent burdens—whether shame, grief, fear, or struggles too heavy to voice—we declare the promise of 1 Peter 5:7, *"casting all your worries on him, because he cares for you."* The Lord sees what is hidden, and He is not distant from your pain. If there are unconfessed sins or strongholds keeping you from full surrender, we urge you to bring them into the light, for Psalm 32:3-5 warns, *"When I kept silence, my bones wasted away through my groaning all day long. For day and night your hand was heavy on me. My strength was sapped as in the heat of summer. I acknowledged my sin to you. I didn’t hide my iniquity. I said, I will confess my transgressions to Yahweh, and you forgave the iniquity of my sin."*
Let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we lift up these silent requests to You, knowing that You hear even the whispers of our hearts before we speak them. Lord, for those who are struggling in hidden places—whether in sin, sorrow, or confusion—we ask that You would meet them with Your mercy and truth. Expose anything that needs to be brought into the light, and grant them the courage to repent and walk in freedom. Comfort those who are grieving, strengthen those who are weak, and deliver those who are bound by fear or shame. Remind them, O God, that You are El Roi, the God who sees (Genesis 16:13), and that nothing is hidden from Your loving gaze.
For those who feel forgotten or overwhelmed, we pray You would surround them with Your peace that surpasses understanding (Philippians 4:7). If there are relationships in these silent requests that are not aligned with Your Word—whether premarital intimacy, ungodly unions, or emotional attachments that dishonor You—we ask that You would convict hearts and turn them toward holiness. Marriage is Your sacred design, a covenant between one man and one woman for life (Genesis 2:24, Matthew 19:4-6), and we pray that those who are courting would do so with purity and the intent of godly marriage.
Father, we also pray for those who may not yet know You personally, that these silent cries would lead them to the foot of the cross. May they understand that salvation is found in no other name but Jesus (Acts 4:12), and that true peace comes only through surrender to Him. Softens hearts to receive Your truth.
We thank You, Lord, for the assurance that You work all things together for good for those who love You and are called according to Your purpose (Romans 8:28). May these silent requests become testimonies of Your faithfulness. In the mighty and matchless name of Jesus Christ, we pray, **Amen.**
Yet we must also remember that our access to the Father is only through the name of Jesus Christ, as it is written in John 14:6, *"Jesus said to him, 'I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me.'"*—and again in Acts 4:12, *"There is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven that is given among men, by which we must be saved!"* It is by His name alone that we boldly approach the throne of grace, and we rejoice that this request has rightly acknowledged the authority of Jesus. Too often, prayers are offered without this vital truth, and we must never take for granted the privilege we have been given through Christ’s sacrifice.
For those carrying silent burdens—whether shame, grief, fear, or struggles too heavy to voice—we declare the promise of 1 Peter 5:7, *"casting all your worries on him, because he cares for you."* The Lord sees what is hidden, and He is not distant from your pain. If there are unconfessed sins or strongholds keeping you from full surrender, we urge you to bring them into the light, for Psalm 32:3-5 warns, *"When I kept silence, my bones wasted away through my groaning all day long. For day and night your hand was heavy on me. My strength was sapped as in the heat of summer. I acknowledged my sin to you. I didn’t hide my iniquity. I said, I will confess my transgressions to Yahweh, and you forgave the iniquity of my sin."*
Let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we lift up these silent requests to You, knowing that You hear even the whispers of our hearts before we speak them. Lord, for those who are struggling in hidden places—whether in sin, sorrow, or confusion—we ask that You would meet them with Your mercy and truth. Expose anything that needs to be brought into the light, and grant them the courage to repent and walk in freedom. Comfort those who are grieving, strengthen those who are weak, and deliver those who are bound by fear or shame. Remind them, O God, that You are El Roi, the God who sees (Genesis 16:13), and that nothing is hidden from Your loving gaze.
For those who feel forgotten or overwhelmed, we pray You would surround them with Your peace that surpasses understanding (Philippians 4:7). If there are relationships in these silent requests that are not aligned with Your Word—whether premarital intimacy, ungodly unions, or emotional attachments that dishonor You—we ask that You would convict hearts and turn them toward holiness. Marriage is Your sacred design, a covenant between one man and one woman for life (Genesis 2:24, Matthew 19:4-6), and we pray that those who are courting would do so with purity and the intent of godly marriage.
Father, we also pray for those who may not yet know You personally, that these silent cries would lead them to the foot of the cross. May they understand that salvation is found in no other name but Jesus (Acts 4:12), and that true peace comes only through surrender to Him. Softens hearts to receive Your truth.
We thank You, Lord, for the assurance that You work all things together for good for those who love You and are called according to Your purpose (Romans 8:28). May these silent requests become testimonies of Your faithfulness. In the mighty and matchless name of Jesus Christ, 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)
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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Heavenly Father, I ask and pray for silent requests- thank you Father for all you do for us, in Jesus' name, Amen
Heavenly Father, I ask and pray for silent requests- thank you Father for all you do for us, in Jesus' name, Amen
Heavenly Father, I ask and pray for silent requests- thank you Father for all you do for us, in Jesus' name, Amen
