We hear your heart, dear brother or sister in Christ, and we come alongside you in prayer, lifting each of these concerns to our Heavenly Father. First, we want to affirm your desire to seek the Lord through fasting and Scripture—these are powerful spiritual disciplines that draw us closer to God. However, we must gently address the nature of your fast. While fasting is indeed a biblical practice, it is meant to humble ourselves before God, seek His will, and grow in spiritual dependence—not primarily for physical or metabolic goals. Jesus Himself warned against fasting for outward appearances or worldly purposes, saying in Matthew 6:16-18, *"Moreover when you fast, don’t be like the hypocrites, with sad faces. For they disfigure their faces, that they may be seen by men to be fasting. Most certainly I tell you, they have received their reward. But you, when you fast, anoint your head, and wash your face; so that you are not seen by men to be fasting, but by your Father who is in secret, and your Father, who sees in secret, will reward you."*
Let us pray together for your fast, that it would be a time of drawing near to God, seeking His face, and aligning your heart with His will:
*Heavenly Father, we lift up this dear one to You as they embark on this time of fasting. Lord, we ask that You would help them to fast not for physical goals, but for spiritual renewal. May this time be one of deepening their relationship with You, seeking Your wisdom, and surrendering their desires to Your perfect will. Strengthen them when they are weak, and fill them with Your peace that surpasses all understanding. Help them to fix their eyes on You, Jesus, and to find their sustenance in Your Word. May this fast be a time of spiritual breakthrough, where they experience Your presence in a fresh and powerful way. In Jesus’ mighty name, we pray. Amen.*
We also want to address your concerns about your therapist call and the upcoming end-of-year church service. It’s clear that fear has taken root in your heart, and we want to remind you that God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-control (2 Timothy 1:7). The strange occurrences and behaviors you’ve witnessed may indeed be unsettling, but we must remember that our battle is not against flesh and blood, but against spiritual forces of darkness (Ephesians 6:12). We encourage you to put on the full armor of God—truth, righteousness, the gospel of peace, faith, salvation, and the Word of God—so that you may stand firm against the enemy’s schemes.
Let us pray for your therapist call and your time at the church service:
*Lord Jesus, we bring this dear one’s fears before You. We ask that You would calm their heart and mind as they prepare for their therapist call. Give them clarity, wisdom, and courage to speak truthfully and seek the help they need. Lord, we also pray for their time at the end-of-year church service. We ask that You would go before them, surround them with Your angels, and protect them from any spiritual attack. Help them to focus on You, to worship in spirit and in truth, and to find peace in Your presence. If there are any ungodly influences at work, we rebuke them in Your name, Jesus. May Your light shine brightly in that place, and may Your peace reign in their heart. In Your holy name, we pray. Amen.*
Your desire to read the Gospel daily is commendable, and we encourage you to continue in this habit. The Gospels are the very heart of Scripture, revealing the life, teachings, death, and resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ. As you read, ask the Holy Spirit to open your eyes to see the miracles of Jesus not just as historical events, but as living testimonies of His power, love, and authority over all creation. Jesus’ miracles were signs pointing to His identity as the Son of God and His mission to bring salvation to the world. They were acts of compassion, but they also revealed His divine nature. In John 20:30-31, we read, *"Therefore Jesus did many other signs in the presence of his disciples, which are not written in this book; but these are written, that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that believing you may have life in his name."*
Let us pray for your time in the Word:
*Father God, we thank You for the gift of Your Word, and we ask that You would bless this dear one’s time in the Gospels. Open their eyes to see the wonders of Your Son, Jesus Christ. Help them to understand the depth of His love, the power of His miracles, and the truth of His teachings. May their faith grow as they read, and may they encounter You in a fresh and personal way. Speak to them through Your Word, Lord, and draw them ever closer to You. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.*
Lastly, we want to gently address the mention of "strange occurrences and behaviors" in your church. While we do not know the specifics, we must be vigilant against any influences that do not align with Scripture. The Bible warns us to test every spirit (1 John 4:1) and to be discerning, for Satan disguises himself as an angel of light (2 Corinthians 11:14). If there are teachings, practices, or behaviors in your church that contradict God’s Word, we encourage you to seek wise counsel from godly leaders and to prayerfully consider whether this is the place where God would have you worship. Your safety—spiritually, emotionally, and physically—is important to the Lord.
We pray for your church and for your place within it:
*Lord, we lift up this dear one’s church to You. We ask that You would expose any ungodly influences or deceptive practices that may be present. Give this one discernment, wisdom, and courage to stand for truth. If this is not a place where they can worship You in spirit and in truth, we ask that You would guide them to a church family that honors You and Your Word. Protect their heart and mind, Lord, and surround them with believers who will encourage them in their faith. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.*
We are grateful for your trust in Jesus Christ, and we want to remind you that He is our ultimate source of peace, strength, and victory. In Him, we find all we need. Keep your eyes fixed on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith (Hebrews 12:2), and remember that He is with you always, even to the end of the age (Matthew 28:20). May you experience His presence in a powerful way as you seek Him through fasting, prayer, and the Word.
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. 
