Worry
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We come before the Lord with heavy hearts, lifting up our dear brother or sister who is burdened by worry and seeking restoration in marriage. The Scriptures tell us in Philippians 4:6-7, "In nothing be anxious, but in everything, by prayer and petition with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your thoughts in Christ Jesus." We stand on this promise, believing that God’s peace will replace the anxiety that weighs so heavily.
First, we must address the root of worry. Worry often stems from a lack of trust in God’s sovereignty and provision. Jesus Himself reminds us in Matthew 6:34, "Therefore don’t be anxious for tomorrow, for tomorrow will be anxious for itself. Each day’s own evil is sufficient." When we fix our eyes on the Lord rather than our circumstances, we can walk in the confidence that He holds all things in His hands. Let us rebuke the spirit of fear and anxiety in the mighty name of Jesus, for 2 Timothy 1:7 declares, "For God didn’t give us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-control."
Now, regarding the marriage restoration, we must approach this with both hope and discernment. Marriage is a sacred covenant designed by God to reflect the relationship between Christ and His Church (Ephesians 5:22-33). If this marriage is between a man and a woman, as God’s Word defines, we pray fervently for healing, reconciliation, and renewed commitment. However, if there has been unrepentant sin—such as adultery, abandonment, or ungodly influences—we must also pray for wisdom and discernment. God hates divorce (Malachi 2:16), but He also calls us to holiness and truth. Restoration is possible only when both parties are willing to submit to God’s will, repent of sin, and seek His guidance.
If this brother or sister has not yet placed their trust in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior, we must emphasize that true peace—both in marriage and in life—begins with a personal relationship with Him. Jesus said in John 14:6, "I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me." Salvation is found in no other name, and it is only through Christ that we can experience the fullness of God’s peace and restoration. If they have not surrendered their life to Him, we urge them to do so today, confessing their sins and accepting His gift of eternal life.
Let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You with hearts full of compassion for our brother or sister who is struggling with worry and seeking restoration in marriage. Lord, we ask that You would calm their anxious heart and replace their fear with Your perfect peace. Help them to cast all their cares upon You, knowing that You care for them (1 Peter 5:7). We rebuke the spirit of anxiety in the name of Jesus and declare that Your peace, which surpasses all understanding, will guard their heart and mind.
Father, we lift up this marriage to You. If it is Your will, we pray for complete restoration—healing of wounds, forgiveness of sins, and a renewed commitment to love and honor one another as You have called them to do. Give them wisdom to discern Your will and the strength to walk in obedience. If there has been sin, we pray for repentance and a turning back to You. If restoration is not Your plan, we ask for Your grace to accept Your will and to trust in Your goodness.
Lord, if this dear one does not yet know You as Savior, we pray that they would come to recognize their need for Jesus. Open their eyes to the truth of Your Word and draw them into a saving relationship with You. May they experience the peace that comes only from knowing Christ as Lord.
We ask all these things in the mighty name of Jesus, who alone is our hope, our peace, and our redeemer. Amen.
First, we must address the root of worry. Worry often stems from a lack of trust in God’s sovereignty and provision. Jesus Himself reminds us in Matthew 6:34, "Therefore don’t be anxious for tomorrow, for tomorrow will be anxious for itself. Each day’s own evil is sufficient." When we fix our eyes on the Lord rather than our circumstances, we can walk in the confidence that He holds all things in His hands. Let us rebuke the spirit of fear and anxiety in the mighty name of Jesus, for 2 Timothy 1:7 declares, "For God didn’t give us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-control."
Now, regarding the marriage restoration, we must approach this with both hope and discernment. Marriage is a sacred covenant designed by God to reflect the relationship between Christ and His Church (Ephesians 5:22-33). If this marriage is between a man and a woman, as God’s Word defines, we pray fervently for healing, reconciliation, and renewed commitment. However, if there has been unrepentant sin—such as adultery, abandonment, or ungodly influences—we must also pray for wisdom and discernment. God hates divorce (Malachi 2:16), but He also calls us to holiness and truth. Restoration is possible only when both parties are willing to submit to God’s will, repent of sin, and seek His guidance.
If this brother or sister has not yet placed their trust in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior, we must emphasize that true peace—both in marriage and in life—begins with a personal relationship with Him. Jesus said in John 14:6, "I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me." Salvation is found in no other name, and it is only through Christ that we can experience the fullness of God’s peace and restoration. If they have not surrendered their life to Him, we urge them to do so today, confessing their sins and accepting His gift of eternal life.
Let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You with hearts full of compassion for our brother or sister who is struggling with worry and seeking restoration in marriage. Lord, we ask that You would calm their anxious heart and replace their fear with Your perfect peace. Help them to cast all their cares upon You, knowing that You care for them (1 Peter 5:7). We rebuke the spirit of anxiety in the name of Jesus and declare that Your peace, which surpasses all understanding, will guard their heart and mind.
Father, we lift up this marriage to You. If it is Your will, we pray for complete restoration—healing of wounds, forgiveness of sins, and a renewed commitment to love and honor one another as You have called them to do. Give them wisdom to discern Your will and the strength to walk in obedience. If there has been sin, we pray for repentance and a turning back to You. If restoration is not Your plan, we ask for Your grace to accept Your will and to trust in Your goodness.
Lord, if this dear one does not yet know You as Savior, we pray that they would come to recognize their need for Jesus. Open their eyes to the truth of Your Word and draw them into a saving relationship with You. May they experience the peace that comes only from knowing Christ as Lord.
We ask all these things in the mighty name of Jesus, who alone is our hope, our peace, and our redeemer. Amen.
We're here for you, dear friend. We know the weight of worry and the pain of a strained marriage. Let's cling together to the promise in Philippians 4:6-7, trusting that God's peace will guard our hearts and minds in Christ Jesus.
Worry often whispers lies, telling us God isn't in control. But remember, He's the one who holds the universe in His hands. Let's choose to trust Him, even in the uncertainty. As it says in Matthew 6:34, "Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own."
As for your marriage, we're praying for healing and restoration. We believe in the power of God's love to mend what's broken. But we also know that restoration often requires repentance and surrender. Let's ask God for wisdom to know His will and the strength to follow it.
Most importantly, we're praying for you to find peace in Jesus. He's the only one who can truly heal and restore. If you haven't already, we urge you to surrender your life to Him. He's waiting with open arms.
Let's pray together: "Dear Lord, we come to You with our heavy hearts. We ask for Your peace to replace our worry and fear. Help us to trust in Your sovereignty and provision. We lift up this marriage to You, asking for restoration if it's Your will. Give them wisdom to discern Your will and the strength to walk in obedience. If there's been sin, we ask for repentance and turning back to You. If restoration isn't Your plan, we ask for grace to accept Your will and trust in Your goodness. Lord, if they don't know You yet, open their eyes to their need for Jesus. Draw them into a saving relationship with You. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."
Worry often whispers lies, telling us God isn't in control. But remember, He's the one who holds the universe in His hands. Let's choose to trust Him, even in the uncertainty. As it says in Matthew 6:34, "Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own."
As for your marriage, we're praying for healing and restoration. We believe in the power of God's love to mend what's broken. But we also know that restoration often requires repentance and surrender. Let's ask God for wisdom to know His will and the strength to follow it.
Most importantly, we're praying for you to find peace in Jesus. He's the only one who can truly heal and restore. If you haven't already, we urge you to surrender your life to Him. He's waiting with open arms.
Let's pray together: "Dear Lord, we come to You with our heavy hearts. We ask for Your peace to replace our worry and fear. Help us to trust in Your sovereignty and provision. We lift up this marriage to You, asking for restoration if it's Your will. Give them wisdom to discern Your will and the strength to walk in obedience. If there's been sin, we ask for repentance and turning back to You. If restoration isn't Your plan, we ask for grace to accept Your will and trust in Your goodness. Lord, if they don't know You yet, open their eyes to their need for Jesus. Draw them into a saving relationship with You. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."
The Encourager
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I prayed that God in Jesus' name will answer your prayer request according to God's perfect love, wisdom, will, timing, grace, and mercy. God Loves You. 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. www.theencourager.net
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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. www.theencourager.net
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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”
We want to thank you for the trust you placed in us to lift up your dear one in prayer. It has been on our hearts to stand in agreement with you as we brought these burdens before our Heavenly Father—asking Him to quiet the anxious thoughts that weigh so heavily and to restore peace that surpasses all understanding. We also continue to pray for the restoration of the marriage, believing that God is able to mend what is broken and bring reconciliation where there is division.
If the Lord has already moved in a mighty way—calming fears, renewing hope, or softening hearts—we would be so encouraged to hear your praise report. Your testimony could be a blessing and a strength to others walking a similar path. If, however, the struggle persists and the answers have not yet come, please know we are still here, ready to lift this request again. You are not alone, and we will continue to intercede on your behalf until the Lord brings His perfect resolution.
May the Holy Spirit comfort you, guide you, and remind you daily of God’s unfailing love. Keep seeking Him with all your heart, trusting that He hears every prayer and works all things together for good for those who love Him. We pray this in the powerful and precious name of Jesus. Amen.
If the Lord has already moved in a mighty way—calming fears, renewing hope, or softening hearts—we would be so encouraged to hear your praise report. Your testimony could be a blessing and a strength to others walking a similar path. If, however, the struggle persists and the answers have not yet come, please know we are still here, ready to lift this request again. You are not alone, and we will continue to intercede on your behalf until the Lord brings His perfect resolution.
May the Holy Spirit comfort you, guide you, and remind you daily of God’s unfailing love. Keep seeking Him with all your heart, trusting that He hears every prayer and works all things together for good for those who love Him. We pray this in the powerful and precious name of Jesus. Amen.
Similar Requests
I request prayers to let go of all fear, worry and doubt. Also, that I am able to have faith in and to trust God’s plan and provision for my life, on every level and in every way. This I ask in Jesus Name. Amen
I am filled with anxiety and worry. I am sitting here at work just so worried about whether or not I am gonna have a job tomorrow/next week.
Worry is a conversation you have with yourself about things you cannot change.
Prayer is a conversation you have with God about things He can change.
