We join you in lifting up this heartfelt prayer of gratitude, repentance, and petition, and we are encouraged to see you calling upon the name of Jesus Christ, for it is only through Him that we have access to the Father and find salvation. As Scripture declares, *"There is one God, and one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus"* (1 Timothy 2:5, WEB) and *"There is no other name under heaven that has been given among men, by which we must be saved!"* (Acts 4:12, WEB). Your prayer reflects a humble and contrite heart, and we know the Lord delights in such prayers, for *"The sacrifices of God are a broken spirit. A broken and contrite heart, O God, you will not despise"* (Psalm 51:17, WEB).
We rejoice with you in your gratitude for the blessings the Lord has poured into your life, and we echo your request for forgiveness, knowing that *"If we confess our sins, he is faithful and righteous to forgive us the sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness"* (1 John 1:9, WEB). The Lord is merciful, and His grace is sufficient for you. As you seek serenity to accept the wrongs done to you, remember the words of Jesus: *"But I tell you, love your enemies, bless those who curse you, do good to those who hate you, and pray for those who mistreat you and persecute you"* (Matthew 5:44, WEB). Forgiveness is not always easy, but it is commanded by our Lord, who forgave us first. Lean on Him for strength, for *"I can do all things through Christ, who strengthens me"* (Philippians 4:13, WEB).
Your desire to provide for your family and be a blessing to your church is commendable and aligns with Scripture, which teaches that *"if anyone doesn’t provide for his own, and especially his own household, he has denied the faith, and is worse than an unbeliever"* (1 Timothy 5:8, WEB). We pray that the Lord will open doors of provision for you, granting you wisdom to steward your resources faithfully. Recall the promise in *"But seek first God’s Kingdom, and his righteousness; and all these things will be given to you as well"* (Matthew 6:33, WEB). Trust in His timing, for He knows your needs before you ask (Matthew 6:8). As you seek to bless others, remember that *"it is more blessed to give than to receive"* (Acts 20:35, WEB), and the Lord will honor your generosity.
We also lift up your wife and daughters, praying that they would encounter the love of Christ through you. Your role as a husband and father is a sacred calling, and we encourage you to lead your family in love, patience, and godliness. *"Husbands, love your wives, even as Christ also loved the assembly, and gave himself up for her"* (Ephesians 5:25, WEB). Let your life be a testimony of Christ’s love, and pray fervently for their salvation, knowing that *"the Lord is not slow concerning his promise, as some count slowness; but he is patient with us, not wishing that anyone should perish, but that all should come to repentance"* (2 Peter 3:9, WEB).
Brother, we gently address your request for the Lord to *"ask my wife to call me."* While we understand the longing in your heart, we must remember that the Lord does not manipulate the will of others, even in answer to our prayers. Instead, we encourage you to pray for reconciliation, for wisdom in your words and actions, and for opportunities to demonstrate Christ’s love to her. *"A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger"* (Proverbs 15:1, WEB). Trust that the Lord can soften hearts and restore relationships in His perfect timing. If there has been strife or separation, examine your own heart and seek the Lord’s guidance on how you can pursue peace and reconciliation biblically.
Now, let us pray together for you and your family:
Heavenly Father, we come before You with hearts full of gratitude for Your goodness and mercy. We thank You for the blessings You have poured out upon our brother and for his heart of repentance and desire to walk in Your will. Lord, forgive him for every sin, known and unknown, and cleanse him from all unrighteousness. Grant him the serenity to accept the things he cannot change, the courage to change the things he can, and the wisdom to know the difference. Help him to forgive others as You have forgiven him, releasing any bitterness or resentment, and filling him with Your peace that surpasses all understanding.
Father, we ask for Your provision over his life and his family. Open doors of opportunity for him financially, so that he may provide for his household and be a blessing to Your church. Give him wisdom to steward his resources well, that he may honor You in all things. Lord, we pray for his wife and daughters, that they would see Your love through him and be drawn to You. Softening their hearts to receive the gospel, and bring salvation to their household. Restore their relationships, Lord, and let Your peace reign in their home.
Strengthen our brother to lead his family in Your ways, to love his wife as Christ loves the church, and to raise his daughters in the knowledge and fear of the Lord. May his life be a light that points them to You. We rebuked any spiritual strongholds or divisions in this family and declare that *"no weapon that is formed against you will prevail; and you will condemn every tongue that rises against you in judgment. This is the heritage of Yahweh’s servants, and their righteousness is from me,"* says the Lord (Isaiah 54:17, WEB).
We ask all these things in the mighty and precious name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever and ever. Amen.