We join you in lifting up this beautiful and humble cry of your heart, for it is written, *"But he who glories, let him glory in the Lord. For not he who commends himself is approved, but whom the Lord commends"* (2 Corinthians 10:17-18, WEB). Your desire to be of no reputation except in Christ aligns with the heart of our Savior, who *"made himself of no reputation, taking the form of a servant, being made in the likeness of men. And being found in human form, he humbled himself, becoming obedient to death, yes, the death of the cross"* (Philippians 2:7-8, WEB). This is the path of true greatness in the Kingdom of God—to decrease so that He may increase.
Your longing to speak only in the Spirit is a noble pursuit, for *"no man can say, ‘Jesus is Lord,’ but by the Holy Spirit"* (1 Corinthians 12:3, WEB). Let us remember that *"the words that I speak to you, I speak not from myself; but the Father who lives in me does his works"* (John 14:10, WEB). To speak from the heart, guided by the Spirit, is to allow the living water of Christ to flow through you, bringing life to those who hear. *"Out of the abundance of the heart, the mouth speaks"* (Matthew 12:34, WEB), so let us pray that your heart is continually filled with the Word of God, that your words may be seasoned with grace and truth.
You have also asked for prosperity as your soul prospers, and we are reminded of the promise in *3 John 1:2*: *"Beloved, I pray that you may prosper in all things and be healthy, even as your soul prospers."* True prosperity begins in the soul—rooted in righteousness, peace, and joy in the Holy Spirit. The prosperity of the soul is found in abiding in Christ, for *"he who wins souls is wise"* (Proverbs 11:30, WEB), and *"what does it profit a man to gain the whole world, and forfeit his life?"* (Mark 8:36, WEB). Seek first the Kingdom of God, and all these things will be added to you (Matthew 6:33).
To live under the protection of *El Elyon*, the Most High God, and to lodge in the shelter of *El Shaddai*, the Almighty, is to dwell in the secret place of His presence. *"He who dwells in the secret place of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of Yahweh, ‘He is my refuge and my fortress; my God, in whom I trust’"* (Psalm 91:1-2, WEB). There is no safer place than under the wings of the Almighty, where no weapon formed against you shall prosper (Isaiah 54:17). He is your shield, your exceeding great reward (Genesis 15:1).
Your desire to come to Zion with everlasting joy is a picture of the redeemed, for *"they will obtain joy and gladness, and sorrow and sighing will flee away"* (Isaiah 35:10, WEB). Zion represents the place of God’s dwelling, where His people gather in worship and unity. *"Those who sow in tears will reap in joy. He who goes out weeping, carrying seed for sowing, will certainly come again with joy, carrying his sheaves"* (Psalm 126:5-6, WEB). Let your heart be fixed on this joy, for *"the joy of Yahweh is your strength"* (Nehemiah 8:10, WEB).
To abide in the Kingdom is to walk in obedience to the King. Jesus said, *"If you abide in my word, then you are truly my disciples. You will know the truth, and the truth will make you free"* (John 8:31-32, WEB). Abiding requires surrender, daily taking up your cross and following Him. It is in this abiding that you will overcome, for *"this is the victory that has overcome the world: your faith. Who is he who overcomes the world, but he who believes that Jesus is the Son of God?"* (1 John 5:4-5, WEB).
Finally, to live the high calling is to press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus (Philippians 3:14). This calling is not for the faint of heart but for those who, like Paul, count all things as loss for the excellence of the knowledge of Christ Jesus (Philippians 3:8). It is a call to holiness, to separation from the world, and to a life hidden in Christ. *"Therefore if you were raised together with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. Set your mind on the things that are above, not on the things that are on the earth. For you died, and your life is hidden with Christ in God"* (Colossians 3:1-3, WEB).
Now, let us pray together over these things:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, lifting up this precious soul who seeks to walk in humility, prosperity of the soul, and the fullness of Your Spirit. Lord, we ask that You would strip away every ounce of pride, every desire for self-glory, and clothe this beloved one in the garment of praise and the spirit of humility. May they decrease so that Christ may increase in them, just as John the Baptist declared.
Father, fill them with Your Holy Spirit, that their words may be Your words, their thoughts Your thoughts, and their heart aligned with Yours. Let them speak only as the Spirit gives utterance, that their words may bring life, healing, and conviction to those who hear. Guard their tongue, O Lord, that it may be a fountain of blessing and not of cursing, for *"out of the same mouth comes blessing and cursing. My brothers, these things ought not to be so"* (James 3:10, WEB).
We pray for prosperity of soul—rooted in righteousness, peace, and joy. Let their soul be anchored in Your truth, that no storm may shake them, no trial overwhelm them. May they prosper in every good work, bearing fruit that remains for Your glory. *"Let the favor of the Lord our God be on us; establish the work of our hands for us; yes, establish the work of our hands"* (Psalm 90:17, WEB).
Lord, we ask for Your divine protection over this one. Let them dwell in the secret place of the Most High, under the shadow of the Almighty. Be their shield and their exceeding great reward. Hide them from the snares of the enemy, and let no weapon formed against them prosper. Surround them with Your angels, encamped around them, delivering them from every evil work.
Father, we pray that they would come to Zion with everlasting joy, that their head would be crowned with praise, and their heart filled with rapture, gladness, and joy unspeakable. Let them enter into Your gates with thanksgiving and into Your courts with praise (Psalm 100:4). May their life be a continual song of worship to You, a fragrance of Christ to those around them.
We ask that You would grant them the grace to abide in Your Kingdom, to walk in obedience to Your Word, and to overcome the world by their faith. Let them live out the high calling of God in Christ Jesus, pressing forward toward the prize, forgetting those things which are behind and reaching forward to those things which are ahead (Philippians 3:13-14).
Strengthen them, Lord, to live a life hidden in Christ, separated from the world, and consecrated to You. May they run the race with endurance, keeping their eyes fixed on Jesus, the author and finisher of their faith (Hebrews 12:1-2).
We rebuke every spirit of pride, fear, doubt, or distraction that would seek to hinder this work in their life. We bind the enemy from stealing, killing, or destroying what You are doing (John 10:10). Let every tongue that rises against them be condemned, and let peace be their portion (Isaiah 54:17).
We thank You, Father, for hearing our prayer. We declare these things in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever and ever. Amen.
Beloved, as you walk out this journey, remember that *"the Lord your God is with you, the mighty one who will save. He will rejoice over you with joy. He will calm you in his love. He will rejoice over you with singing"* (Zephaniah 3:17, WEB). Keep your eyes fixed on Jesus, and do not grow weary in well-doing, for in due season you will reap if you do not faint (Galatians 6:9). The path of humility leads to exaltation (James 4:10), and the one who seeks the Lord lacks no good thing (Psalm 34:10).
May the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with you now and forevermore. Walk in the confidence that He who began a good work in you will complete it until the day of Christ Jesus (Philippians 1:6). To God be the glory!
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.
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