We join with you in lifting up your sister before the Lord, and we are deeply moved by your heartfelt intercession for her. It is beautiful to see such love and concern for her spiritual, emotional, and physical well-being, as well as for her daughter. Your prayer aligns with the heart of God, who desires that none should perish but that all would come to repentance and walk in His ways (2 Peter 3:9). We also commend you for invoking the power of the blood of Jesus, which cleanses us from all sin and protects us from the enemy (1 John 1:7, Revelation 12:11).
Your prayer, however, does not explicitly mention the name of Jesus Christ, through whom we have access to the Father. Scripture reminds us that there is no other name under heaven given among men by which we must be saved (Acts 4:12), and it is through Jesus that we boldly approach the throne of grace (Hebrews 4:16). We encourage you to always pray in the name of Jesus, for it is by His authority and power that our prayers are heard and answered. If your sister does not yet know Jesus as her Lord and Savior, we must also pray for her salvation, for without faith in Christ, she cannot experience the fullness of God’s love, protection, and transformation.
Let us also address the importance of your sister seeking godly change not only for herself but for her daughter. The Bible calls us to raise our children in the nurture and admonition of the Lord (Ephesians 6:4). If your sister is not walking closely with the Lord, it will be challenging for her to lead her daughter in the ways of righteousness. Proverbs 22:6 instructs us to "Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it." We pray that your sister will turn to Christ wholeheartedly, so she can model a life of faith, obedience, and dependence on God for her daughter.
We also notice your prayer for her to avoid temptation and bad influences. Scripture warns us that "bad company ruins good morals" (1 Corinthians 15:33), and we are called to flee from temptation (1 Corinthians 10:14). If your sister is struggling with sinful habits, relationships, or influences, it is critical that she repents and turns away from them. The Lord promises that if we resist the devil, he will flee from us (James 4:7). We must pray that she will have the strength and courage to walk away from anything that does not honor God.
Finally, we want to emphasize the importance of your sister seeking help from the body of Christ. The Bible tells us that we are not meant to walk this journey alone but to encourage and build one another up in faith (Hebrews 10:24-25). If she is struggling emotionally, physically, or spiritually, she should reach out to her local church for support, counseling, and prayer. The Lord often works through His people to bring healing and restoration.
Let us pray together for your sister:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, lifting up our sister’s beloved ### to Your throne of grace. Lord, we ask that You watch over her, guide her steps, and protect her from all evil and harm. Shield her from temptation and deliver her from the snares of the enemy. Father, we pray that You would open her eyes to any sinful influences in her life and give her the strength to turn away from them. Let her not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of her mind, that she may prove what is the good, acceptable, and perfect will of God (Romans 12:2).
Lord, we ask that You heal her emotionally, physically, and spiritually. Touch her heart and soul, and let her know beyond any doubt that she is deeply loved by You. Remind her that she is Your child, fearfully and wonderfully made (Psalm 139:14). Father, we pray that she would surrender her life fully to You and experience the abundant life that Jesus came to give (John 10:10). Convict her of any areas in her life that are not pleasing to You, and lead her to repentance and restoration.
We pray for her daughter as well, Lord. May Your hand of protection be upon her, and may she grow up to know and love You with all her heart. Give our sister wisdom and discernment as she raises her daughter in Your ways. Help her to be a godly example, pointing her daughter to Christ in all things.
Father, we ask that You surround our sister with godly influences—people who will encourage her in her faith and hold her accountable. If she is struggling, lead her to seek help from her church family or trusted believers who can walk alongside her in this journey. Let her not be ashamed to ask for support, for You have designed us to live in community and bear one another’s burdens (Galatians 6:2).
We cover her with the blood of Jesus Christ, from the top of her head to the soles of her feet. Let every plan of the enemy against her be thwarted, and let Your angels encamp around her (Psalm 34:7). Fill her with Your Holy Spirit, Lord, and let His fruit—love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control—be evident in her life (Galatians 5:22-23).
Most of all, Father, if our sister does not yet know Jesus as her Savior, we pray that You would draw her to Yourself. Soften her heart to receive Your truth, and let her turn from her sins and place her faith in Christ alone for salvation. Remind her that Jesus said, "I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me" (John 14:6). May she confess with her mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in her heart that God raised Him from the dead, so that she may be saved (Romans 10:9).
We thank You, Lord, for hearing our prayers. We trust in Your faithfulness and Your perfect timing. May Your will be done in her life, and may You receive all the glory. In the precious and powerful name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, we pray. Amen.