Please pray for ### who moved to a different country on a different continent and had a child with someone from a different culture but who now seems deeply unhappy where they are living. Please pray for them and their child and loved ones and that they will come to faith in Jesus Christ.
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Humble Servant of All
Praying in Jesus Name. Amen.
We lift up this person before the Lord, knowing that His heart is tender toward those who are struggling, lost, or far from Him. The pain of loneliness, cultural displacement, and the weight of raising a child in difficult circumstances can feel overwhelming, but we know that God is near to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit (Psalm 34:18). We also rejoice that this request includes a plea for faith in Jesus Christ, for there is no greater hope than to know Him as Savior and Lord. It is only through His name that we can approach the throne of grace with confidence (Hebrews 4:16), and it is by His name alone that anyone can be saved (Acts 4:12). We are grateful this prayer acknowledges that truth.
Yet we must also address the circumstances that have led to this situation with biblical clarity. The decision to have a child outside of marriage—regardless of culture or location—is not God’s design. Scripture teaches that marriage is a sacred covenant between one man and one woman, a lifelong commitment that reflects Christ’s love for His church (Ephesians 5:31-32). Children are a heritage from the Lord, meant to be raised within the stability and godly foundation of a marriage (Psalm 127:3-5). When a child is born outside of this covenant, it often brings hardship, confusion, and emotional turmoil, as we see in this request. While we pray for this person and their child with deep compassion, we must also speak the truth in love: fornication and relationships outside of marriage are sinful in God’s eyes (1 Corinthians 6:18, Galatians 5:19). Repentance and turning to Christ is the only path to true peace and restoration.
We also note the challenge of cultural differences, which can compound the struggles this person faces. While God loves all people and calls believers from every nation (Revelation 7:9), we are not to be unequally yoked with unbelievers (2 Corinthians 6:14). If this relationship involves someone who does not share a commitment to Christ, it will only deepen the spiritual and emotional conflict. Our prayer is that this person would turn fully to Jesus, seeking His will above all else—even if it means difficult choices or changes.
Let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You with heavy hearts, lifting up this person who feels lost, unhappy, and far from home. Lord, You see their pain, their loneliness, and the weight of their responsibilities as a parent. We ask that You would draw them to Yourself, Lord Jesus, for You alone can satisfy the deepest longings of the heart. Open their eyes to see their need for a Savior, and soften their heart to receive Your forgiveness and grace. May they turn from any sin that has led to this brokenness and find their identity and hope in You alone.
We pray for their child, Father, that You would protect their innocent heart and surround them with Your love. Raise up godly influences in their life, and may this child come to know You early and walk in Your ways. Give this parent wisdom, strength, and discernment to raise their child in a way that honors You, even in the midst of difficult circumstances.
Lord, we also pray for their loved ones—family and friends who may be grieving the distance or the choices that have been made. Bring reconciliation where it is possible, and grant peace where relationships are strained. If this person is in a relationship that does not honor You, we pray for conviction and courage to seek Your will above all else. If they are bound by cultural expectations or worldly desires, break those chains, Lord, and set them free to follow You wholeheartedly.
Father, we ask that You would provide for their needs—emotionally, spiritually, and physically. If they are in a place where they feel trapped or without support, make a way for them to find community and help. Give them clarity about whether they should remain where they are or return to a place where they can be surrounded by believers who can encourage them in their faith.
Most of all, Lord, we pray that this person would surrender their life to You. May they repent of any sin, turn from their own ways, and trust in Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior. Fill them with Your Holy Spirit, that they may find joy, purpose, and direction in You. Let their story be a testimony of Your redeeming love, that even in the midst of brokenness, You are making all things new.
We ask these things in the mighty and holy name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, who alone can save and restore. Amen.
To the one who submitted this request, we encourage you to continue praying for this person with both compassion and boldness. Share the gospel with them if you have the opportunity, and remind them that God’s love is greater than any mistake or hardship they face. If they are open, point them to Scripture and to a community of believers who can walk alongside them. And if you see areas in their life that are not aligned with God’s Word—such as relationships outside of marriage or cultural compromises—speak the truth in love, always pointing them to Christ.
Finally, let us all remember that our hope is not in perfect circumstances, but in a perfect Savior. Jesus can take the brokenness of our lives and use it for His glory if we will surrender to Him. May this be the testimony of the one you are praying for.
Yet we must also address the circumstances that have led to this situation with biblical clarity. The decision to have a child outside of marriage—regardless of culture or location—is not God’s design. Scripture teaches that marriage is a sacred covenant between one man and one woman, a lifelong commitment that reflects Christ’s love for His church (Ephesians 5:31-32). Children are a heritage from the Lord, meant to be raised within the stability and godly foundation of a marriage (Psalm 127:3-5). When a child is born outside of this covenant, it often brings hardship, confusion, and emotional turmoil, as we see in this request. While we pray for this person and their child with deep compassion, we must also speak the truth in love: fornication and relationships outside of marriage are sinful in God’s eyes (1 Corinthians 6:18, Galatians 5:19). Repentance and turning to Christ is the only path to true peace and restoration.
We also note the challenge of cultural differences, which can compound the struggles this person faces. While God loves all people and calls believers from every nation (Revelation 7:9), we are not to be unequally yoked with unbelievers (2 Corinthians 6:14). If this relationship involves someone who does not share a commitment to Christ, it will only deepen the spiritual and emotional conflict. Our prayer is that this person would turn fully to Jesus, seeking His will above all else—even if it means difficult choices or changes.
Let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You with heavy hearts, lifting up this person who feels lost, unhappy, and far from home. Lord, You see their pain, their loneliness, and the weight of their responsibilities as a parent. We ask that You would draw them to Yourself, Lord Jesus, for You alone can satisfy the deepest longings of the heart. Open their eyes to see their need for a Savior, and soften their heart to receive Your forgiveness and grace. May they turn from any sin that has led to this brokenness and find their identity and hope in You alone.
We pray for their child, Father, that You would protect their innocent heart and surround them with Your love. Raise up godly influences in their life, and may this child come to know You early and walk in Your ways. Give this parent wisdom, strength, and discernment to raise their child in a way that honors You, even in the midst of difficult circumstances.
Lord, we also pray for their loved ones—family and friends who may be grieving the distance or the choices that have been made. Bring reconciliation where it is possible, and grant peace where relationships are strained. If this person is in a relationship that does not honor You, we pray for conviction and courage to seek Your will above all else. If they are bound by cultural expectations or worldly desires, break those chains, Lord, and set them free to follow You wholeheartedly.
Father, we ask that You would provide for their needs—emotionally, spiritually, and physically. If they are in a place where they feel trapped or without support, make a way for them to find community and help. Give them clarity about whether they should remain where they are or return to a place where they can be surrounded by believers who can encourage them in their faith.
Most of all, Lord, we pray that this person would surrender their life to You. May they repent of any sin, turn from their own ways, and trust in Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior. Fill them with Your Holy Spirit, that they may find joy, purpose, and direction in You. Let their story be a testimony of Your redeeming love, that even in the midst of brokenness, You are making all things new.
We ask these things in the mighty and holy name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, who alone can save and restore. Amen.
To the one who submitted this request, we encourage you to continue praying for this person with both compassion and boldness. Share the gospel with them if you have the opportunity, and remind them that God’s love is greater than any mistake or hardship they face. If they are open, point them to Scripture and to a community of believers who can walk alongside them. And if you see areas in their life that are not aligned with God’s Word—such as relationships outside of marriage or cultural compromises—speak the truth in love, always pointing them to Christ.
Finally, let us all remember that our hope is not in perfect circumstances, but in a perfect Savior. Jesus can take the brokenness of our lives and use it for His glory if we will surrender to Him. May this be the testimony of the one you are praying for.
We're here for you, dear friend, standing in the gap with you as you carry this heavy heart. We see the pain, the loneliness, and the struggle of raising a child in circumstances that feel overwhelming. It's like you're in a foreign land, both literally and figuratively, and it's hard to find your footing. But remember, God is always near, and He sees you. He sees your child too, and He loves them dearly.
We're lifting you up in prayer, asking God to draw near to you, to comfort you, and to give you strength. We pray that you would find your way back to Him, that you would turn from any sin that has led you astray, and find your hope and peace in Jesus Christ. We ask that He would give you wisdom and discernment to raise your child in a way that honors Him, even in the midst of your difficulties.
We're also praying for your loved ones, both near and far. We ask that God would bring reconciliation where it's possible, and peace where relationships are strained. If there's a relationship in your life that doesn't honor God, we pray that you would have the courage to seek His will above all else. If you're bound by cultural expectations or worldly desires, we pray that God would break those chains and set you free to follow Him wholeheartedly.
We're asking God to provide for your needs, emotionally, spiritually, and physically. We pray that you would find community and support, and that God would give you clarity about whether you should stay where you are or return to a place where you can be surrounded by believers who can encourage you in your faith.
Most importantly, we're praying that you would surrender your life to Jesus. We pray that you would repent of any sin, turn from your own ways, and trust in Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior. We ask that God would fill you with His Holy Spirit, that you may find joy, purpose, and direction in Him. Let your story be a testimony of God's redeeming love, that even in the midst of brokenness, He is making all things new.
We're praying all these things in Jesus' mighty and holy name. Amen.
We're lifting you up in prayer, asking God to draw near to you, to comfort you, and to give you strength. We pray that you would find your way back to Him, that you would turn from any sin that has led you astray, and find your hope and peace in Jesus Christ. We ask that He would give you wisdom and discernment to raise your child in a way that honors Him, even in the midst of your difficulties.
We're also praying for your loved ones, both near and far. We ask that God would bring reconciliation where it's possible, and peace where relationships are strained. If there's a relationship in your life that doesn't honor God, we pray that you would have the courage to seek His will above all else. If you're bound by cultural expectations or worldly desires, we pray that God would break those chains and set you free to follow Him wholeheartedly.
We're asking God to provide for your needs, emotionally, spiritually, and physically. We pray that you would find community and support, and that God would give you clarity about whether you should stay where you are or return to a place where you can be surrounded by believers who can encourage you in your faith.
Most importantly, we're praying that you would surrender your life to Jesus. We pray that you would repent of any sin, turn from your own ways, and trust in Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior. We ask that God would fill you with His Holy Spirit, that you may find joy, purpose, and direction in Him. Let your story be a testimony of God's redeeming love, that even in the midst of brokenness, He is making all things new.
We're praying all these things in Jesus' mighty and holy name. Amen.
The Encourager
The Encourager
I prayed that God in Jesus' name will answer your prayer request according to God's perfect love, wisdom, will, timing, grace, and mercy. Thank You Jesus!!!
Psalm 37:4: Delight yourself in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart.
Matthew 6:33: But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.
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.
God heal me in every area of my life. Deliver and cleanse me of everything in my life that doesn't honor You. Transform and renew my mind. Bless me with love, power, and a sound mind. Let the mind that is in Christ Jesus be in me. Bless me to have and operate with a God solution focused heart, mind, spirit, and attitude. Bless me to have a God Kingdom Culture Mentality. God be with me as a mighty warrior. Let no weapon formed against me prosper. Protect me from all the plans of my enemies and the plans of the enemy of my soul. God, all that I have asked of You, in this prayer, please do the same for the writer of the prayer, all those who love and care about me, and all those I love and care about. God, please forever honor this prayer over each of our lives. God Thank You. Amen, so be it by faith, and by faith, it is so. Prayer written by The Encourager-Prayer Warrior-Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach.
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Psalm 37:4: Delight yourself in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart.
Matthew 6:33: But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.
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.God heal me in every area of my life. Deliver and cleanse me of everything in my life that doesn't honor You. Transform and renew my mind. Bless me with love, power, and a sound mind. Let the mind that is in Christ Jesus be in me. Bless me to have and operate with a God solution focused heart, mind, spirit, and attitude. Bless me to have a God Kingdom Culture Mentality. God be with me as a mighty warrior. Let no weapon formed against me prosper. Protect me from all the plans of my enemies and the plans of the enemy of my soul. God, all that I have asked of You, in this prayer, please do the same for the writer of the prayer, all those who love and care about me, and all those I love and care about. God, please forever honor this prayer over each of our lives. God Thank You. Amen, so be it by faith, and by faith, it is so. Prayer written by The Encourager-Prayer Warrior-Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach.
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Cinu
Beloved of All
Lord, we pray for this prayer and family for blessings healing and salvation. Heal and bless. May their lives be a praise and glory unto thee.
Come to the Lord's holy presence. Seek him with all your heart. Cling to his Word and meditate on it moment by moment by positive thoughts and joy in the heart (James 1:2-4), knowing that the Lord is good and to him be all the praise. Seek first God's kingdom and his righteousness (Matthew 6:33). Even though life may feel hard, the Lord's hand will be on you, and he will answer in his time. I am praying for you. Amen.
Some resources that might help.
Needs: - But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19(KJV)
Salvation: - So they said "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and you will be saved you and your household." Acts 16:31(NKJV)
Healing: - But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, And by His stripes we are healed. Isaiah 53:5(NKJV)
Fulfillment by the Holy Spirit: - Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts. Zechariah 4:6(KJV)
Persecutions: - But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you, Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you. Luke 6:27-28(KJV)
Help in Prayer
Dwelling and Thriving in God’s grace where everything happens for good (Romans 8:28)
Pray that the Lord may open the eyes of the nations affected by coronavirus (Specifically forces against God’s people)
sermons
Be a Prayer Warrior: “Praying for others”
Come to the Lord's holy presence. Seek him with all your heart. Cling to his Word and meditate on it moment by moment by positive thoughts and joy in the heart (James 1:2-4), knowing that the Lord is good and to him be all the praise. Seek first God's kingdom and his righteousness (Matthew 6:33). Even though life may feel hard, the Lord's hand will be on you, and he will answer in his time. I am praying for you. Amen.
Some resources that might help.
Needs: - But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19(KJV)
Salvation: - So they said "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and you will be saved you and your household." Acts 16:31(NKJV)
Healing: - But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, And by His stripes we are healed. Isaiah 53:5(NKJV)
Fulfillment by the Holy Spirit: - Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts. Zechariah 4:6(KJV)
Persecutions: - But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you, Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you. Luke 6:27-28(KJV)
Help in Prayer
Dwelling and Thriving in God’s grace where everything happens for good (Romans 8:28)
Pray that the Lord may open the eyes of the nations affected by coronavirus (Specifically forces against God’s people)
sermons
Be a Prayer Warrior: “Praying for others”
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