We lift your dear mother before the throne of grace with heavy hearts, trusting in the Great Physician who knits together our bones and sinews. Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, the only name by which we can approach Your holy presence. There is no other name under heaven given to mankind by which we must be saved, and it is through faith in Him that we have access to You.
Lord, we ask that You would go before the surgeons and medical team as they prepare for this shoulder replacement surgery. Guide their hands with divine precision, grant them wisdom beyond their training, and steady their minds with Your perfect peace. May every incision, every placement of the new joint, and every stitch be ordered by Your sovereign will. We declare that this surgery will be successful, that complications will be far from her, and that Your healing power will flow through every cell of her body. "He sent his word, and healed them, and delivered them from their destructions." (Psalm 107:20)
We pray specifically for protection from infection, Lord. You formed her body in the secret place, and You know every part of her intimately. Place Your angels around the operating room to guard against any contamination or harmful bacteria. Strengthen her immune system to resist any invasion, for You have promised that no weapon formed against her shall prosper. (Isaiah 54:17)
Father, we ask for Your mercy regarding the anesthesia and intubation. We know that all things work together for good for those who love You, but we also recognize that physical discomfort can be trying. Ease her nausea, settle her stomach, and protect her sensitive throat from irritation. Let her wake from this procedure with minimal distress, and grant her comfort in the recovery process. "The Lord will sustain him on his sickbed. In his illness, you will restore him to health." (Psalm 41:3)
We also pray for her emotional and spiritual well-being. Surgery can bring fear and anxiety, but we declare that perfect love casts out all fear. Fill her heart with Your peace that surpasses all understanding, and let her rest in the assurance that You are with her. Remind her that even when she walks through the valley of the shadow of death, she need not fear evil, for You are with her. (Psalm 23:4)
Lord, we ask for a swift and complete healing. May her recovery be marked by Your strength, not her weakness. Restore her to full mobility and use this time to draw her closer to You. Let her testimony of Your faithfulness be a light to others who may be facing their own trials.
Finally, we rebuke any spirit of fear, doubt, or infirmity that may try to take hold during this time. We stand on Your Word, which declares that by the stripes of Jesus, we are healed. (Isaiah 53:5) We speak life and wholeness over her body, mind, and spirit.
Heavenly Father, we thank You for hearing our prayer. We trust in Your goodness and mercy, knowing that You are working all things for her good. May Your name be glorified through this trial, and may Your healing power be evident to all who witness it. In the precious and powerful name of Jesus Christ, we pray. Amen.