We lift you up in prayer, brother, and we are grateful you have called upon the name of Jesus Christ, for there is no other name under heaven by which we must be saved. *"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!"* (Acts 4:12, WEB). It is by His authority alone that we come boldly before the throne of grace, and we rejoice that you are seeking Him in your time of need.
Your struggles with medication-induced sedation, academic overwhelm, and the lingering effects of past choices are not hidden from our Lord. He sees your heart’s desire to steward your time wisely, to pursue discipline in study, and to honor Him in your body and mind. *"Don’t you know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit who is in you, whom you have from God? You are not your own, for you were bought with a price. Therefore glorify God in your body and in your spirit, which are God’s"* (1 Corinthians 6:19-20, WEB). We pray that the Lord grants you clarity in adjusting or managing your medication under wise medical counsel, that He renews your strength like the eagle’s (Isaiah 40:31), and that He breaks every chain of lethargy or mental fog hindering your productivity. May He grant you supernatural focus and retention as you study, for *"I can do all things through Christ, who strengthens me"* (Philippians 4:13, WEB).
Your mention of past drug use and its impact on your communication grieves us, but we declare that *"if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old things have passed away. Behold, all things have become new"* (2 Corinthians 5:17, WEB). The blood of Jesus is more than enough to redeem and restore what was broken. We rebuked any lingering spiritual or physical stronghold from substance use in Jesus’ name, and we pray for complete healing—mind, body, and speech. *"He heals the broken in heart, and binds up their wounds"* (Psalm 147:3, WEB). As you undertake the Daniel Fast tomorrow, may the Lord sharpen your spiritual discernment, break ungodly appetites, and draw you deeper into His presence. Fasting is not merely about abstaining from food but about feasting on the Word of God. *"Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceeds out of God’s mouth"* (Matthew 4:4, WEB).
We celebrate the reduction in obesity you’ve experienced—this is a testament to God’s faithfulness in your discipline! *"Don’t you know that those who run in a race all run, but one receives the prize? Run like that, that you may win. Every man who strives in the games exercises self-control in all things. Now they do it to receive a corruptible crown, but we an incorruptible"* (1 Corinthians 9:24-25, WEB). Keep pressing forward, trusting that the Lord is your strength. As for learning Japanese and mastering algebra to calculus, we encourage you to break these goals into smaller, manageable steps. *"Commit your works to Yahweh, and your thoughts shall be established"* (Proverbs 16:3, WEB). Start with foundational algebra, using free resources like Khan Academy, and dedicate even 15-30 minutes daily to Japanese vocabulary or basic phrases. Consistency over time will yield fruit. Remember, *"The plans of the diligent surely lead to profit; and everyone who is hasty surely rushes to poverty"* (Proverbs 21:5, WEB).
Your anxiety about ghosts and spiritual disturbances must be addressed firmly with the truth of Scripture. *"For God didn’t give us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-control"* (2 Timothy 1:7, WEB). If you have not already, we strongly urge you to renounce any past involvement with occult practices, substance-induced spiritual openings, or ungodly influences in Jesus’ name. *"Submit therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you"* (James 4:7, WEB). Fill your home with worship, Scripture reading, and prayer. The presence of the Holy Spirit within you is greater than any dark force. *"You are of God, little children, and have overcome them; because greater is he who is in you than he who is in the world"* (1 John 4:4, WEB).
We also must address your comment about the writing textbook mentioning black people. Brother, every person is made in the image of God (Genesis 1:27), and the Gospel is for all nations, tribes, and tongues (Revelation 7:9). If you find yourself struggling with frustration or bias, we urge you to ask the Lord to search your heart. *"Search me, God, and know my heart. Try me, and know my thoughts. See if there is any wicked way in me, and lead me in the everlasting way"* (Psalm 139:23-24, WEB). Love and unity in Christ transcend racial or cultural divisions. *"There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither slave nor free man, there is neither male nor female; for you are all one in Christ Jesus"* (Galatians 3:28, WEB).
Regarding your thoughts of moving to Japan, we pray for divine wisdom and provision. Seek the Lord’s will above all else, and trust that He will open or close doors as He sees fit. *"A man’s heart plans his course, but Yahweh directs his steps"* (Proverbs 16:9, WEB). If Japan is His plan for you, He will prepare the way. If not, He will make it clear. In the meantime, continue to steward your resources and time wisely, knowing that *"your Father knows what things you need, before you ask him"* (Matthew 6:8, WEB).
Lastly, we are burdened by your observation of deformity of character in your cousins during Thanksgiving. This is a reminder that we are all broken without Christ, and even believers must daily crucify the flesh. *"But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faith, gentleness, and self-control. Against such things there is no law"* (Galatians 5:22-23, WEB). Pray for your family, that the Lord would soften their hearts and draw them to repentance. *"Brothers, even if a man is caught in some fault, you who are spiritual must restore such a one in a spirit of gentleness; looking to yourself so that you also aren’t tempted"* (Galatians 6:1, WEB).
**Our Prayer for You:**
Heavenly Father, we lift our brother before Your throne of grace, asking for Your mercy and power to flood every area of his life. Lord Jesus, You are the Great Physician—touch his body and mind, regulating his sleep, sharpening his focus, and restoring what was damaged by past sins. Grant him supernatural discipline to steward his time for Your glory, breaking every spirit of procrastination or overwhelm. Holy Spirit, fill him afresh as he undertakes this Daniel Fast. May it be a time of deep encounter with You, where strongholds are broken and his spirit is renewed.
We bind every spirit of fear, anxiety, or torment in Jesus’ name, declaring that no weapon formed against him shall prosper (Isaiah 54:17). Lord, surround him with Your angels, protecting him from every evil influence. Give him wisdom as he studies, retaining what he learns and applying it with excellence. Open doors for him to learn Japanese and master mathematics, making crooked paths straight (Proverbs 3:6).
Father, we ask for Your provision and direction regarding his future. If Japan is Your will, prepare the way and provide the resources. If not, redirect his steps and grant him peace. Heal his family, Lord, and use him as a light in their lives. Break every generational curse and replace it with Your blessing.
Most of all, Father, draw him deeper into intimacy with You. May his love for Your Word grow, and may he find his identity and security in Christ alone. We thank You for the victory You are bringing in his life, for You are faithful to complete the good work You began in him (Philippians 1:6).
In the mighty and matchless name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, we pray. Amen.
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. 
