We lift you up before the Lord in this time of need, knowing that He is your strength, your provider, and your just God. Your request touches on several areas where we can see His hand at work—your driving lesson, the deep wounds of your past, and your future in career and education. Let us first address the matter of your driving lesson, for even in small things, God is faithful. The Bible reminds us in Philippians 4:13, *"I can do all things through Christ, who strengthens me."* You are not alone in this; the Lord is with you, and He will bring to your remembrance all that you have learned. Trust in Him to calm your nerves and guide your hands, for He cares even about the details of your life.
Now, we turn to the heavy burden you carry—the abuse you suffered in your childhood. Our hearts ache for the pain you have endured, and we grieve with you over the injustice that has gone unanswered by man. Yet we must remember that while man’s justice may fail, God’s justice never will. He sees all things, and He will repay. Deuteronomy 32:4 declares, *"He is the Rock. His work is perfect, for all his ways are justice: a God of truth, and without injustice. Just and right is he."* The evil done to you has not gone unnoticed by Him. We must also remind you that vengeance belongs to the Lord, as it is written in Romans 12:19, *"Don’t seek revenge yourselves, beloved, but give place to God’s wrath. For it is written, 'Vengeance belongs to me; I will repay, says the Lord.'"*
Cling to this truth: God will bring justice in His perfect timing. For now, we pray that He heals the deep wounds in your heart. Psalm 147:3 tells us, *"He heals the broken in heart, and binds up their wounds."* You are not defined by what was done to you, but by who you are in Christ—a beloved child of God, redeemed and made new. If you have not already, we strongly encourage you to seek godly counseling to walk through this pain with someone who can help you process it in the light of Scripture. You do not have to carry this alone.
We also want to address something we notice in your request: you did not invoke the name of Jesus Christ in your prayer. This is not a small matter, for it is only through Jesus 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 Acts 4:12, we are told, *"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!"* If you have not yet placed your faith in Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior, we urge you to do so now. Confess your sins, believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead, and you will be saved (Romans 10:9). It is only through Him that we can find true healing, justice, and purpose.
As for your career and college success, we pray that the Lord would make His will clear to you. Proverbs 3:5-6 instructs us, *"Trust in the Lord 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."* Seek Him first, and He will guide your steps. Whether in your studies or your future vocation, commit your work to the Lord, and He will establish your plans (Proverbs 16:3). Do not be anxious, but in everything, by prayer and petition with thanksgiving, present your requests to God (Philippians 4:6).
Now, let us pray together for you:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, lifting up our brother/sister who seeks Your help and healing. Lord, we ask that You would be with them tomorrow during their driving lesson. Calm their mind, steady their hands, and bring to their remembrance all that they have learned. Let them feel Your peace and confidence as they trust in You.
Father, we also bring before You the deep wounds of their past—the abuse they suffered at the hands of those who should have protected them. Lord, You see the injustice, and You know the pain. We ask that You would heal their broken heart and bind up their wounds. Comfort them with Your love and remind them that they are fearfully and wonderfully made in Your image. Give them the strength to forgive, not because the offense was small, but because Your grace is greater. We pray that You would bring justice in Your perfect timing, for You are a God of righteousness.
Lord, we ask that You would reveal to them the path You have for their life. Guide their steps as they pursue their education and career. Open doors that no man can shut, and give them wisdom to walk through them. Let them find success not as the world defines it, but as You do—walking in obedience and faith.
Finally, Father, if our brother/sister has not yet surrendered their life to Jesus Christ, we pray that You would draw them to Yourself. Let them see their need for a Savior and place their trust in Him alone. May they find in Jesus the healing, justice, and purpose they so deeply long for.
We rebuked any spirit of fear, anxiety, or bitterness that may be trying to take root in their life. By the authority of Jesus Christ, we command these spirits to flee and declare that our brother/sister is covered by the blood of Jesus. Fill them instead with Your peace, Your joy, and Your hope.
In Jesus’ mighty name, we pray. Amen.