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We lift up your son before the Lord, knowing that sudden changes in behavior can be deeply concerning, especially when you have raised him with godly principles. The Bible reminds us in Proverbs 22:6, *"Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it."* Your faithfulness in teaching him God’s ways is not in vain, and we trust the Lord will honor your labor of love.
Yet, we also know that children, like all of us, have free will and are influenced by the world around them. It is possible that external pressures—friendships, media, or even spiritual influences—are affecting his heart. Ephesians 6:4 instructs fathers, *"Don’t provoke your children to wrath, but nurture them in the discipline and instruction of the Lord."* We encourage you to examine whether there may be areas where he feels misunderstood, overly pressured, or lacking in affirmation, even unintentionally. Sometimes, rebellion can stem from a heart that feels unheard or burdened by expectations, even good ones.
At the same time, we must also consider the spiritual battle at play. 1 Peter 5:8 warns, *"Be sober and self-controlled. Be watchful. Your adversary, the devil, walks around like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour."* If your son’s behavior has shifted suddenly, it may be an attack from the enemy to steer him away from God’s path. We must pray for spiritual protection and discernment over him.
We also urge you to have open, loving conversations with him. Ask questions not just about his actions, but about his heart. Proverbs 20:5 says, *"Counsel in the heart of man is like deep water, but a man of understanding will draw it out."* Seek to understand what might be troubling him—fear, insecurity, pride, or even exposure to ungodly influences. Correct him with love, but also listen with patience.
If there is any unrepentant sin in his life, it must be addressed directly and biblically. Proverbs 13:24 tells us, *"One who spares the rod hates his son, but one who loves him is careful to discipline him."* Discipline, when done in love and aligned with Scripture, is an act of love, not anger. Ensure that any correction points him back to Christ, not just to outward behavior.
Lastly, we notice that your request did not invoke the name of Jesus, and we gently remind you that it is only through Him that we have access to the Father. Jesus Himself said in John 14:6, *"I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me."* And in John 16:23-24, He tells us, *"Most certainly I tell you, whatever you may ask of the Father in my name, he will give it to you. Until now, you have asked nothing in my name. Ask, and you will receive, that your joy may be made full."* There is power in the name of Jesus, and it is by His authority alone that we can approach God’s throne with confidence.
Now, let us pray together for your son:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, lifting up this precious child who is fearfully and wonderfully made by You. Lord, You know his heart, his struggles, and the influences surrounding him. We ask that You would expose any hidden sin, rebellion, or ungodly influences in his life and bring them into the light. Convict his heart by Your Holy Spirit and draw him into repentance if needed.
Father, we pray for a spirit of wisdom and revelation to rest upon him, that he may know You more deeply and walk in Your ways. Guard his mind from the schemes of the enemy and fill him with a hunger for Your Word. Surround him with godly friends who will encourage him in righteousness, and remove any relationships that would lead him astray.
Lord, we also ask for wisdom and patience for his parents. Give them discernment to know how to guide him, when to correct, and when to listen. Help them to model Christlike love and humility in their home, that their son may see the beauty of a life surrendered to You.
We rebuke any spiritual attacks against this young man and declare that no weapon formed against him shall prosper. Let him be a vessel for Your glory, using his talents in soccer and academics to honor You. Raise him up as a mighty man of God, strong in faith and unwavering in his commitment to You.
Finally, Father, we ask that You would soften his heart toward You and his parents. Restore joy, peace, and obedience in his life, and let him experience the blessings that come from walking in Your will. We trust in Your promise that when we train up a child in Your ways, they will not depart from it. Strengthen this family, Lord, and let Your name be glorified in their lives.
In the powerful and holy name of Jesus we pray, Amen.
Yet, we also know that children, like all of us, have free will and are influenced by the world around them. It is possible that external pressures—friendships, media, or even spiritual influences—are affecting his heart. Ephesians 6:4 instructs fathers, *"Don’t provoke your children to wrath, but nurture them in the discipline and instruction of the Lord."* We encourage you to examine whether there may be areas where he feels misunderstood, overly pressured, or lacking in affirmation, even unintentionally. Sometimes, rebellion can stem from a heart that feels unheard or burdened by expectations, even good ones.
At the same time, we must also consider the spiritual battle at play. 1 Peter 5:8 warns, *"Be sober and self-controlled. Be watchful. Your adversary, the devil, walks around like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour."* If your son’s behavior has shifted suddenly, it may be an attack from the enemy to steer him away from God’s path. We must pray for spiritual protection and discernment over him.
We also urge you to have open, loving conversations with him. Ask questions not just about his actions, but about his heart. Proverbs 20:5 says, *"Counsel in the heart of man is like deep water, but a man of understanding will draw it out."* Seek to understand what might be troubling him—fear, insecurity, pride, or even exposure to ungodly influences. Correct him with love, but also listen with patience.
If there is any unrepentant sin in his life, it must be addressed directly and biblically. Proverbs 13:24 tells us, *"One who spares the rod hates his son, but one who loves him is careful to discipline him."* Discipline, when done in love and aligned with Scripture, is an act of love, not anger. Ensure that any correction points him back to Christ, not just to outward behavior.
Lastly, we notice that your request did not invoke the name of Jesus, and we gently remind you that it is only through Him that we have access to the Father. Jesus Himself said in John 14:6, *"I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me."* And in John 16:23-24, He tells us, *"Most certainly I tell you, whatever you may ask of the Father in my name, he will give it to you. Until now, you have asked nothing in my name. Ask, and you will receive, that your joy may be made full."* There is power in the name of Jesus, and it is by His authority alone that we can approach God’s throne with confidence.
Now, let us pray together for your son:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, lifting up this precious child who is fearfully and wonderfully made by You. Lord, You know his heart, his struggles, and the influences surrounding him. We ask that You would expose any hidden sin, rebellion, or ungodly influences in his life and bring them into the light. Convict his heart by Your Holy Spirit and draw him into repentance if needed.
Father, we pray for a spirit of wisdom and revelation to rest upon him, that he may know You more deeply and walk in Your ways. Guard his mind from the schemes of the enemy and fill him with a hunger for Your Word. Surround him with godly friends who will encourage him in righteousness, and remove any relationships that would lead him astray.
Lord, we also ask for wisdom and patience for his parents. Give them discernment to know how to guide him, when to correct, and when to listen. Help them to model Christlike love and humility in their home, that their son may see the beauty of a life surrendered to You.
We rebuke any spiritual attacks against this young man and declare that no weapon formed against him shall prosper. Let him be a vessel for Your glory, using his talents in soccer and academics to honor You. Raise him up as a mighty man of God, strong in faith and unwavering in his commitment to You.
Finally, Father, we ask that You would soften his heart toward You and his parents. Restore joy, peace, and obedience in his life, and let him experience the blessings that come from walking in Your will. We trust in Your promise that when we train up a child in Your ways, they will not depart from it. Strengthen this family, Lord, and let Your name be glorified in their lives.
In the powerful and holy name of Jesus we pray, Amen.
Isaac Samuel Lubwama
Faithful Servant
Praying for this in Jesus Name. Amen.
We're here for you, dear parent. We've been where you are, and it's tough to see our children struggle. Let's keep praying for your son, believing that God is at work in his life. We've been reminded of Romans 12:2, "Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God's will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will." Let's pray that your son's mind would be renewed, and he would desire God's will above all else.
We also want to encourage you to keep open lines of communication with your son. Share your concerns with him, but also listen to his heart. Let him know you're there for him, no matter what. And remember, God is always there, too. He loves your son even more than you do, and He's working all things together for his good (Romans 8:28).
Let's pray together:
"Dear Heavenly Father, we come before You today, lifting up your son. Lord, we ask that You would reveal Yourself to him in a powerful way. Help him to see the beauty of a life lived for You. Give him a hunger for Your Word and a desire to walk in Your ways. We pray for wisdom and patience for his parents, that they may guide him with love and understanding. Help them to model Christlike love in their home. Lord, we ask that You would protect him from the schemes of the enemy and fill him with Your Holy Spirit. We trust in Your goodness and Your perfect plan for his life. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."
We also want to encourage you to keep open lines of communication with your son. Share your concerns with him, but also listen to his heart. Let him know you're there for him, no matter what. And remember, God is always there, too. He loves your son even more than you do, and He's working all things together for his good (Romans 8:28).
Let's pray together:
"Dear Heavenly Father, we come before You today, lifting up your son. Lord, we ask that You would reveal Yourself to him in a powerful way. Help him to see the beauty of a life lived for You. Give him a hunger for Your Word and a desire to walk in Your ways. We pray for wisdom and patience for his parents, that they may guide him with love and understanding. Help them to model Christlike love in their home. Lord, we ask that You would protect him from the schemes of the enemy and fill him with Your Holy Spirit. We trust in Your goodness and Your perfect plan for his life. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."
Antitypogeo
Beloved of All
Praying for this in Jesus Name.
The Encourager
The Encourager
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
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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
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