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Prayer needed for my daughter in-law, Rae. Her mom is getting treatment again for cancer. Her name is Pauline. She was out of it and now getting treatment again. Please pray for her to get healed. She takes care of my 3 grandchildren after school. Rae is going through a tough time (unspoken prayer request) Thank You.
Oh Father, you are intimately aware of all that this family is dealing with, and your love and care is with them. I pray for Rae - even unspoken prayer requests are heard by you, and I pray that you answer this need/concern according to your good purposes. I pray for Rae's mother who is facing a reoccurring cancer. I pray that for the sake of her daughter and her grandchildren, she will be completely healed. May she continue to be a stabilizing influence in her grandchildren's lives and a support to her daughter. Our hearts so often break over the many sorrows and troubles that come into our lives and the lives of those around us -- yet --- always we know and are so very grateful that we have you to turn to and trust that you will carry us through. Cover this family with your mercy and grace and may the joy of this Christmas season lift their hearts and spirits. Be their support and anchor and Provider, I pray ... in Jesus' name - the Christ Child - amen .
Recently I have been finding myself turning from God. I am the only Christian in my family. It is sometime easier to give up and see this path as hopeless. I find myself being drawn by pagan influences and have turned from God, but have always come back. Please pray that I can keep my faith in God.
Oh Father, I pray for this child of yours that feels she is drifting away from you ... but her heart desire is still toward you! I pray that you strengthen her, encourage her , assure her that your love for her has not dimmed, nor have your good purposes toward her changed. I pray that the enemy have no room to tempt or influence her to doubt her faith or relationship with you. Hold her close, inspire her thoughts to hear your still voice and may she feel your Presence around her. Bring people into her life that will support her and encourage her in her walk with you. You have chosen her to be the light in her family, may she not give up in discouragement ... but may she remain faithful until she sees the answers to her prayers for her loved ones. Your timing is sometimes hard to wait for, but it is perfectly timed for the best good... Bless this one, O Lord, and I pray that you continue to draw her family through her ... I know they are watching! May your plans perfectly unfold ... and may you hold this sister in your loving care .. in Jesus' name, amen.
Dear Father, I come here, agreeing with Julie in prayer! We see more persecution of beleivers today than ever before, but your word says that if they persecuted Jesus, then why would we as his followers not face ridicule as well. (John 15:20) May we know your strength and comfort to persevere, no matter what, because of the promises we have in You. Please help this believer to experience a joy that can not be taken away, so much so that her light shines for you. Bring other Christians into her life to help her. Amen.
Can you please pray for me. We get possession of our new home tomorrow. I am so nervous and my anxiety is so high. I am nervous about if it’s a safe neighborhood, if we overpaid for our home, if the kids will be safe, if we can afford it. I feel like God blessed us with this beautiful home and my husband a new job that I feel like something bad will happen. My stomach is in knots and I feel like bawling. My kid is having anxiety too and that makes me evens more anxious. I am a mess and need God.
Oh Father, you see the storm of emotions in this dear sister ... Speak your gentle words, "Peace, be still!" and may your peace that passes understanding flow over her. You have blessed this family with your rich goodness, but the enemy would destroy the happiness that you desire this wife/mother to delight in. Oh, may she know that fear and anxiety do not come from you ... love, peace, joy abide in your presence, where they enemy has no right to be. Wrap you arms around this one and draw her close to your heart until her anxieties melt into your love for her. May she know you are worthy of her trust and you will not leave her or forsake her -- your protection will keep her and her family safe from all alarm. Just as her trust in you will calm her fears, so also will her child calm and feel safe. Bless this family in their beautiful new home, and the new job you have given this husband and father to provide for his family. May this home be filled with laughter and may countless happy memories be made in the days-months-years ahead. In Jesus' name, who is our Peace , I pray .. amen.
My spouse just returned from the Dr - the results of a recent test have shown that he may have a heart issue. He has to go for further scans/testing in 2.5 weeks, but is understandably very anxious and scared. Please pray for wisdom for the doctors, for peace for him, and for healing of his body. Please pray that any blockages in his arteries would clear, and that no abnormalities would be present. Please also pray that I will be able to help support him emotionally, as well as through stress reduction and proper nutrition during this time.
Father God, your wisdom and knowledge far surpasses what any advanced medical tests or opinions can provide - you are the Creator and the Healer. I pray for this couple who are worried and anxious about may lie before them. I pray that you fill their hearts with peace that they will walk through this knowing you are walking with them and have already pre-arranged all they will need. I pray that further tests will reveal that there is no serious problem, nothing that cannot be easily remedied ... may the end result be for your glory. Give this wife the strength and wisdom she needs to be the loving support her husband needs ... may they walk through this hand in hand , hearts entwined. You have given much wisdom to doctors/surgeons and I pray that this husband's team will come back with solid and doable advice. I pray that all will be well in this medical situation and that this family will be filled with thanksgiving for what you have already planned and will do for them. In Jesus' loving name, I pray , amen.
Let us all join in prayer that our beloved Nation will be restored to the principles and and reasoned wisdom that established it. Our leadership brought recovery and progress to s many and has been a God-ordained and blessed Nation and hopefully will continue to be a beacon of hope and example to those who recognize the truth of her creation.
Lord, you are the one who ordains leaders and blesses nations ... and have blessed us in North America to be free - most importantly to be free to worship you. I pray that you establish leadership that will honor you and rule according to your principles and truth. I pray for revival that will turn people's hearts back to you, that your Kingdom may prosper and you be glorified. May the gospel may go out from your people to those who have not yet heard and may their love reach out to free those who are in bondage. In Jesus' name , amen.
Father you know the details of the circumstances testing this couple. You already see the path you have laid before them to take them through. I pray for strength and faith in this couple that they will not be distracted by the difficulties that threaten to take their peace and their perseverance to hold to you, their anchor, until this storm is past. Use this to bind them closer together in their love and commitment to each other -- and may this strengthen and mature them in you. Bless them in and through this difficult 'patch' and may they come through victorious -- and may you be glorified in and through them. Thank you, God for being our answer and our source , in Jesus' all-sufficient name, amen.
Hi, I would love to have prayer for our finances. We are in ministry/care positions and things are tough. It's more difficult to understand why God isn't providing. Maybe he wants us to leave. We really don't know. Please pray for financial provision and for God to speak. We are so weary. My husband is in a really bad place and I'm not sure how to help or encourage him. Thank you so much for your prayers and your beautiful ministry
Oh Lord, you are debtor to no man, and when you call you also provide. I pray for this couple who are discouraged in their place of ministry and are looking for confirmation of direction. I pray, Father, that you would apply Is. 40:31, spirit, soul and body to this weary couple. We know that you test us, to strengthen us or to prepare us for tomorrow but you never allow us to be 'broken'. I pray especially for this husband who carries the weight of their burdens on his shoulders. I pray that he would lift them up to you and 'rest' in knowing that the ministry is yours, and he does not have to carry the responsibility of it, but simply follow and obey as you lead and direct. Guide them by your Spirit, may they hear your voice before and behind them and may they see clearly the way you want them to go. Provide according to your riches in glory - from the storehouse of your abundance. Bless them as they have never been blessed before - may joy and thanksgiving fill their hearts and may their mouths glorify you ... In Jesus' all-providing and all-powerful name, I pray , amen.
My elderly parents and I are struggling to get along with each other. Please pray for me that I would have patience and forgiveness so that we can develop a positive relationship before it is too late.
O Lord, sometimes as parents age there is a transition to role reversal. It is never easy and it isn't always easy to understand. I pray for this daughter struggling to have a good relationship with her parents. I pray for there to be wisdom and understanding of one another. I pray for patience and peace. I pray for love to win over annoyance or aggravation. I pray for soft words to turn away hurt or anger. I pray for forgiveness to be freely given. I pray that your Spirit will work in this family that their time together will be something to treasure for as long as you give them. May your words be their guide ... "Love one another" in Jesus' name, amen.
I googled “platz” as I was looking for a bar or cake for a fundraiser bake sale. What’s weighing on my heart even heavier are the choices my 14 yr old son is making. He’s so angry towards me in 95% of our conversations. Always testing boundaries. He discovered vaping, and introduced this distructive habit to his friends. He is so rebellious. Steals from us. Stole candy from a 7-11 corner store. I tried to put restrictions on cell phone internet usage for his safety to avoid addiction. He bought his own phone on the black market, and is always gaming and God only knows what else he’s doing.
Oh .. your Father heart understands the grief we mothers feel when our children rebel, make unwise choices and go contrary to the way we have raised them. I pray for Patty, Lord, that you would give her parenting wisdom, resources and the help that she needs to know how to help her son. I pray for her son and I pray that you would intervene in a way that would pull him up short, making him look at where his chosen path is leading him. May he recognize his mother's love and see how much he needs her. Work in his heart and in his life, that he would search for you and recognize that your ways lead to blessing and rebelling leads to suffering and destruction. You understand why he is acting out, you know the anger or fear or hurt that is buried in his heart. Bring the right people into his life whose voice he would be willing to hear. You know what is needed, you know the way to this young man's heart . May he have an encounter with you that will change his life, that he would grow in maturity and fulfill what you have called him to be. In Jesus' name I ask ... amen.
I just want to thank you for all your prayers. The same young man that you prayed for 3 years ago at my request because he was suffering so, is now healthy, has a wonderful, great-paying job, and just bought a house as of today. I thought of you Ladies instantly as I reflected on how far he has come. He will continue to need prayer...oh his house needs work...LOL...but that is a healthy distraction. However...do pray for his mom...I don't know how I'm going to let my last bird fly. I know all of you ladies are close with your children, and some of Anneliese's posts about "last times" have brought tears to my eyes, as I can relate so. But again, please accept my humble thank you for all you do, and have done. May you be rewarded ten-fold. God Bless!
Father, with joy we thank you for answered prayer -- especially for this young man who is now doing so much better! May you continue to work in his life and provide for his ongoing needs. Be his Source and his Provider in all things. I pray too for his Mom .. the dear lady that has invested so much of herself into his life -- how hard it is to 'let our birds fly' as she so aptly puts it. I pray that you fill the desires of her heart and fill all empty places with your wonderful presence and goodness! May her joy be increased and not diminished. Comfort her heart as her last bird leaves the nest. Sometimes the best times with our children come after they 'fly' - may it be so for this dear Mom... Bless her going in and coming out ... in Jesus' wonderful name, amen.
PS. Thank you so much for taking the time to 'update' - Updates are always so appreciated!
I would like prayer for me. I feel angry and am short with my kids. I also am so grateful God has given us so much. I ask he put his hand on my career and show me how he’s guiding me. I don’t feel confident or capable in it. Show me the way Lord.
Lord, I pray for this mother juggling a career and a family and understandably the frustrations of one will spill over on the other. But where you call us you also enable us. I pray that you will grant wisdom to this mother to know where she is following you and where she is taking on her own 'stuff'. Help her to put time with you first every morning so that she can walk in that peace and preparedness of heart and spirit through out the day. Give her patience and joy - may she rejoice in thankfulness for the blessings you have given her and may she focus on her 'plenty' and not on her 'lack'. May her children respond to her loving care with loving obedience. Bless this family for your glory and may contentment and laughter fill their home. In Jesus' name, amen.
Dear Heavenly Father, I come her agreeing in prayer of what has been asked. I pray for your peace for this mom. You see her desire to be a good mom and retain a good standing in her career. The balancing act can be so hard. I pray you will guide her and show her the way to enjoy this season that you have given her. Bless her with wisdom and confidence.
Please pray for my husband and I as we go through some difficult times. He is in somewhat of a mid-life crisis, and while a very good husband and person, he is not making the decisions and displaying the respectfulness that we, as a couple, always have. Again, he is not a bad person, just most likely going through a bad time himself, and it has a ripple effect, that makes it hard for all of us. It's most certainly a 1st world problem, I feel selfish asking for this as I know people have so many bigger problems, but the hurt is sometimes so hard to take, time is wasted on foolish arguments, but left to fester by "trying to be nice and understanding", I've found they just get worse, and the boundaries get pushed farther. I don't want to be a doormat, but I do want to be a good wife. The hurt is sometimes so hard to take it gets distracting, especially when the hurt is from someone you love so much. Thank you so much.
Ohh Father, sometimes it is the little things that pile up and become seemingly insurmountable and the hurt goes deep. I pray for this couple who are struggling to regain a 'good' place in their relationship. May the right people come into their lives that can be a positive support and walk alongside them. May this couple find the time and place to be able to open up in honest dialogue with each other, expressing their hearts - so that they can understand one another and be able to be what the other needs. May love and forgiveness rule in this home and may you pour out your blessings upon it. May the enemy not have a foothold to destroy, but may loving commitment overcome to bring this couple closer to each other and to you. I pray that as you hear the heart-cry of this wife may you answer beyond what she could hope or think .. Thank you for being the God who not only hears but also is present in our deepest need - ready and willing to work your goodness in every situation and bring healing in this marriage. May joy and contentment be their lot. In Jesus' name , amen.
Please pray for my husband. I am asking for a prayer of healing. The doctors have recently discovered a mass on his kidney. He is feeling frustated after being told that a urologist in a larger city would be accepting his case. This acceptance was to occur two days ago. We are hoping that he will be accepted soon so that treatment can begin as quickly as possible.
Oh Father, I pray for this couple - the husband having just been diagnosed with a mass on his kidney. You have already walked before them and prepared the way -- I pray that this husband and wife will walk in peace and confidence putting their trust is in you. Thank you for the medical knowledge you have granted but we know all healing ultimately comes from your hand. I pray this mass will be benign and that it will result in you being given all praise and thanksgiving. Bring the right medical team into place, in your perfect timing. May they keep their eyes on you, knowing that in you are all good things. Bless this couple in this testing time that it will but strengthen their faith in you ... In Jesus' healing name, amen.
An "update" :o), all is well. For some reason, I started seeing the good, not focussing on the bad, and remembered to write the bad things on sand, and good on marble. Not that I am a doormat. He changed some things for me and woke up a bit and that is a great starting point. There are things I can work on too. That's all I asked, to refocus and realize that 33 years are something to be cherished and to try to add 33+ more. I hope you know how appreciated you Ladies are, as I really am a private person, and to be honest, do not get out to a formal church, I focus on my family and my job and in my private moments I pray, so I am so blessed you are available to lean on. So nice to know I'm not alone. Now...all the good you do for me, may it come back to you, and I will be sure to reciprocate to someone else who needs a shoulder and prayer too. Many blessings! PS: our wedding anniversay is Friday - thanks to your prayers it will be an even more special occasion. LOVE YOU.
Lord, thank you for understanding us and accepting us for who we are ... whether we are private or love the stage , you come to us where we are. Thank you for the encouragement you tucked into this dear ones heart ... and I pray that you would bless them in a very special way on their Anniversary on Friday -- may it be a day of new beginnings filled with joy and every good thing ! Bless them with love and peace and contentment and abundance in every area of their life ! Thank you for the connection we have in the 'spiritual kingdom' -- we have never met and yet we are sisters! Thank you, Lord, in Jesus' name, amen . "A Blessed Happy Anniversary, my sister, to you and your beloved !! sending my love and a hug !!!"
Thankful along with you and wishing you a very Happy Anniversary! May the Lord bless and keep you and make His face to shine on you. Sometimes we forget that our husbands just need some respect and they will love in return and the healthy cycle keeps going. Thank you for your encouragement.
Thank You for your prayers. I haven’t heard an answer from God yet. I keep coming back thinking I need to request prayer. Realize I did already. So I read these words and pray it over my life again and again.
Dear Father ... thank you that you have not forgotten this daughter.. but you ARE guiding and watching over her even though she may not see obvious signs. I am reminded how you only moved your cloud pillar when you wanted your people to move ... if it stood still, your people stayed where they were. I pray , Lord , that you fill this dear mom's heart with love and peace and may she trust and know that you have not forgotten her. May she not feel so overwhelmed but be able -- to lean on your strength - to fulfill the demands and responsibilities of her busy life. Provide for her according to her need , and cover her with your love ... in Jesus' name, amen.
Thank you Jesus I am able to send my prayer requests tonight. I wasn’t able to for quite awhile. I missed you all. I need your prayers for a place to live. Our lease is ending March 23. I’m still wanting to pack and limited to do heavy lifting. So does my husband. I’m needing God’s guidance for ever He has in store for me. I’m needing a place with very quiet place to live with good loving people.
Father God, you have heard the cry of this one asking for prayer. You know every detail of this family - you know their needs and the cry of their hearts. I pray that you intercede in a way that will reveal to them your love and your provision. I pray that you would put a hedge of protection around this family - that the cords that bind them will not break, that the enemy would have no power against them and that you would lift them up to praise and glorify you! According to your perfect - may it be so ! In Jesus' name, amen
Father, you created us to need a home, a place where we feel safe and secure. Having to move is never an easy thing. I pray for this couple that are facing finding a new home. I pray that you would first of all provide them with the home they need, then provide helping hands to make the move happen, easily and smoothly, then bless their new home with your love and peace and daily loving kindness! Bless this couple - may their anxiousness be melted in their trust that you will take care of all they need ! May they live out the purposes and plans you have for them. In Jesus' name, amen
I would be so grateful if you would please pray for my husband. He’s had a rough year, medically speaking. He has another test tomorrow to find out if he is cancer free and has good numbers in his blood work. (Below 4). My sweetie is a faithful, Godly man, but even he has grown weary with everything that’s been hanging over his head. It would help so much to know that you would be blanketing him in your prayers. Hubby’s name is Cisco. Thank you for sharing your heart and your faith!
Ahhh, Lord, even you grew weary and I lift this weary, beloved husband up to you. Hold Cisco close under your wings and may he know the peace that passes understanding, feeling so safe and secure in your hand. I pray that all the medical tests and reports will show him clear of cancer, all his blood work numbers in the normal range. May his trust in you be satisfied and may all his heart desires be granted him. Thank you for his wife, Cookie, thank you for their love for each other and their love for you! Bless their going out and their coming in with joy and grant them years together to serve you and glorify your name ! In Jesus' name, I plead... amen.
My husband and I would really appreciate prayers while we try to conceive. Prayers for patience, understanding, and that we are able to lean on Him through this all would be greatly appreciated.
Father, I pray for this son who was hurt doing something he loves. I pray that his injury will fully heal and that there will be no lingering consequences. I pray for his team, that not only will they have fun playing together but that they would also model good sportsmanship and be a godly example to other teams. In Jesus' name, amen.
Dear Lord, I pray for this couple desiring to begin their family. As it was your will and desire that we should have children, I pray that you fulfill it in this couple. May they trust in your timing and not become anxious but look forward with confidence to what you will do for them. Prepare this girl's body to be a safe cradle and may this couple raise the children you give them with love and godly wisdom. May their home be filled with joy, love and peace - a place where you are always present. You are the giver of all good gifts, in Jesus' name we stand with this couple in their request .. .amen.
Please pray for my career. I sit in a weekly meeting that discourages me from my teaching job. I get reprimanded by coworkers and talked to in a nasty and condescending way. It makes me hate going to the meeting and being treated so badly. Please God fix this.
Dear Lord, you understand what the underlying problems/attitudes are in this situation. I pray that you give this teacher wisdom and divine understanding to see deeper than the surface issues, to discern what the root issue is. I pray that you give her a love for her fellow staff and help her to rise above the unjust treatment she is being given. I pray that out of these difficult relationships would come something that reveals your hand in the answers. Bring sympathetic and supportive people around this teacher that she may be able to stand and react in a way that would earn her respect - grudging though it may be. Help her O Lord, by the power and grace of your Holy Spirit ... In Jesus' holy name, amen.
I lost my mom to cancer in 2015, as the time draws nearer to year three without her I find myself struggling more and more. My mom was my best friend, my heart, and it pains me to walk through life without her. I miss everything about her, the sound of her voice, the way her house used to smell... some of our closest and most memorable moments were in the kitchen, she taught me everything I know about how to cook and since losing her I have lost my joy in the kitchen, it feels like an empty chore. I don't know how to find my way out of this grief. I miss her.
Dear Lord, having lost my own mom not long ago, I know how the loss is still felt. A Mom is such a big part of our life, and her going leaves a big emptiness. I pray for this daughter who yearns for the things she shared with her mom... and feels there is no pleasure in them without her mom. I ask, Lord, that you would give her back the joy in the things her mom taught her as a way of celebrating her dear Mom's love. Fill her emptiness with your love and may she find fulfulment in life BECAUSE of what her mom was to her. You understand grief ... you understand lonliness .. but you come close to wrap your arms around those who are grieving. Bless this daughter and may the pain of her loss melt into the beautiful memories she has of her dear mom. Memories that will warm her heart until she meets her mom again. In Jesus' loving name, amen.
Please pray for my family. We have twin teenage boys who are choosing to not do what they know is right and needs to be done. They are addicted to their electronics and say they have to have it for school work. One is lashing out at his father and I physically (he slaps, punches and throws things at us), verbally (calls us horrible, horrible things) and mentally (blames us for things out of our control and manipulates us) when things don't go his way or he didn't do his homework. We didn't raise them this way.
My husband wants a divorce. He is mid-life crisis mode and unreasonable at this time. Please pray that he comes around and sees "the light" and tries to work things out. I love him very much, and although I have many faults, I hope he can see that divorce isn't the answer, there is not a "quick fix", and the grass isn't greener on the other side. We have four grown children, and have always been together like glue. It would be devestating to rip that apart due to lack of trying communication, due to stubborness. He will not go to therapy. It just makes me so sad.
Oh Father, I know how your heart agonizes to see couples in marital trouble. You joined them together, you made the two 'one flesh'. I pray against the lies of the enemy that have been seeded into this man's mind... I pray against the selfish mind set that believes happiness can be found outside the marriage. I pray that you open this husband's eyes to see his wife as the one he loves - the one that is the other half of his heart. May he recognize and count the cost of walking away from the blessings you have given him in his family. May he feel the pain he would bring to his children if he continues on the path he is choosing. Lord, you are the great Healer, the one who works in peoples' hearts. Thank you for this wife that is fighting for her marriage -- give her strength and wisdom to relate to her husband , to do , to say, the things that will help and not hurt. Oh, Lord, save this marriage and cause it be rise up to be a testimony to what a loving marriage should and can be when you are made the center of it ... In Jesus' name I plead for this marriage... amen.
Oh Lord, you as the Father know the pain of parents who see their children walk in ways that are harmful and sinful. Lord, you know these teen boys - you see and know what is going on in their hearts. I pray that you would bring into their lives what they need to recognize the danger they are in - that they would be convicted and see the pain they are inflicting onto their parents. I pray for wisdom for the parents, that they would know what they can or should do to help their sons. I pray for outside help, intervention as needed to stop this situation before it gets worse. Lord, you know what is needed - please provide it - bring people alongside who can help. Cover this family with your love to bring them back into a loving relationship with each other ... I ask in Jesus' name, amen.
Agreeing in prayer with Julie here. So hard. May the Lord encourage your weary hearts with the knowledge that He understands wayward/dispbedient children. Dear Lord, I thank you for your compassion, your mercy and that you are slow to anger and full of love. Please bring healing to this family. Amen
Yes, dear Lord, I also ask for healing in this marriage, a healing that comes when we are willing to trust that your ways are best. Please help this wife to continue to commit to prayer, to love and honor. Help this husband to be able to express his feelings rather than to run so that there can be honest communication and desires to work through things. May this family be spared the pain of divorce. I pray in Jesus' Name.
Hello, This is such a beautiful opportunity to ask for prayers and thoughts to help one through difficult circumstances. As I have stumbled upon this blog, I would like to ask for your help, maybe, I did not just stumble here, but was guided here. I have a baby, he is now a toddler, and will be three years old in July. In January of 2017, I asked my parents ( in their 80's) to consider seeing my son, more. They live about 50 mins away from us. I would take care of all driving arrangements. This caused quite a war in my family, I have twin sisters, one has two girls, 6 and 8 years old. The mother of these girls (one of my sisters) has such a control and manipulation over my mother, she will not let them have their own time and has my father and mother take every afternoon during the week to pick up these girls. After many terrible, hurtful emails I no longer talk to this sister, it is now easier this way and she is very selfish and has a terrible husband who has said the worst things to my husband and about my parents behind their back. My other sister, at the beginning of this year, has in a break down, told me she is not going through another year of this, and has decided to drop me, and my son. She is a fence sitter and never suggested that my parents do what they need too, and want too and that they should see their other grandchild ( my son). This sister is still speaking and visiting with her twin, but has left my life and I am very alone. All of this happened, as I have asked my parents with what time anyone has left on the earth to see my little angel, who was born in July 2015. It is unbelievable, I am depressed, hurt, and started to go to therapy. My father does not want to drive every day and work as a taxi cab driver but still is... I would love for my Dad to find the courage he once had, and speak up for what he wants to do, and what is in his heart. I would love for my Mom to know it is ok to say No, I want to see my other Grandson. About my sisters, I hope they open their minds and hearts to find emotional intelligence and resist their egos, and selfishness and find the joy in giving and sharing. My parents do see my son, about once a month, it could be so much more. I lost my job in May 2017, and never heard a word from my mother or sisters about how I was or any concern. I was robbed and burglarized in Nov 2017, and lost so very much and got an email from the sisters, no offer of help, no offer of help from my mother I had to ask for help, and my parents came. I am very much alone, and that is ok, I have accepted that. I would like you to know know, I am the complete opposite of the behaviours I have written about above, the poor communication, verbal attacks, lying, and the list goes on. I am a healthcare provider, give and do from my heart and love, more than anyone you will know. I pray not for me but that my son will never experience this type of hurt in his lifetime from family and that he will know his grandparents and they love they give him when they see him. 20017, was tragic with many unfortunate life events and I survived, I will never let my son see how terribly I was treated, that is unacceptable for anyone. Thank you for your blog, and this opportunity to once again, like in my therapy session share a terrible years' events that are still continuing. Lastly, my therapist thinks what is happening to my parents is terrible and feels for me. I was so close to my family, and would drop anything to help. And look at this now, nothing, in my worst hour standing in shards of thick glass, robbed, with my baby, no toys and he could not step down for his own safety, no where to go, and no one was there for me. Never would I have done that.
Father, nothing is sadder than families who are divided and broken. I don't understand how this family came to be so relationally dysfunctional - but you know all the details. You know the underlying reasons and the thoughts and emotions of each family member. Lord, I pray for the parents of this family - I pray that you give them wisdom and strength to fight for the good of their family - for every family member - that they would work toward a goal of unity and forgiveness and healing of past wounds - received and/or inflicted. I pray for these twin sisters who seem so unreasonable - may they recognize that the pain they are causing is multiplied back in hurting themselves. I pray for the sister who requested prayer - may you use her as the one through whom you can bring peace among family members. Fill her heart with love and the compassion to express that love to her sisters. Cause the root of this family anger and pain to be revealed where it can be understood and dealt with. Father, I pray that this family will be restored to being a loving family freely embracing and rejoicing in each other and sharing deep fellowship. What looks/feels impossible is not impossible for you - nothing is too hard for you and I ask that you intervene in this family and bring about your good purposes for them. I ask in Jesus' name , amen.
Dear Lord, please come near to this hurting sister and assure her of your care. I pray for that reconciliation and healing that Julie has already prayed for - it would be a miracle but You are able. In the name of Jesus we ask,amen.
Thank you Julie and Anneliese for your prayers and time with your post. Your words have made me feel better and that there is hope as the situation is with God. I wish you a wonderful day and blessings for making a difference to so many people and sharing your words and prayers. I am so glad I found your blog!
(dear friend .. I'm sorry, that 'priceless' comment should not have published on this blog - it was not in response to your situation or your prayer request .. it was 'spam' and has been removed ... Continuing to pray for the Lord's goodness to unfold in your family situation ...)
My daughter has ongoing severe depression. She has been doing well in the past 3 years with a new treatment, but it may no longer be as effective or it may be taking longer to be effective again. She may also need a medication change. I am asking for prayers that she will stay strong, know that she has the love of her family, and for God to guide her to the medical treatment that will allow her to finish her education and feel well every day.
Father, I pray for this daughter struggling with depression. I pray that she could find the right counseling or medical help that she needs. I pray that you speak life and strength and joy into her mind and heart that she would be able to do well in school and live to the fullest the good plans you have for her... Give her family wisdom and patience as they love and support her. May your goodness overflow toward this family ... in Jesus' name I pray, amen .
I got yelled at by a coworker today as I used her space for a workshop. I thought I cleaned it up well (better than I found it) but ended up misplacing a piece of work. I also used equipment and it was returned in the morning while I was away. I got yelled at loudly in front of others and was made to Clean up the perceived mess in front of the whole group. I feel Incredibly disrespected and scared of future interactions. I can’t believe this treatment is tolerated. God give me what I need to Get thru this.
Dear Lord, I pray for this one that was humiliated in front of others. I pray, Lord, that you would cause this situation to resolve without repercussions and that calm and respect would rule the workplace. Give this one the grace to ask forgiveness for the offence, even if they did nothing wrong and the offence was unintended. May they show love and not anger or resentment - grant, O Lord that you bring good out of this painful experience. In Jesus' name we ask ... amen.
Hello Workshop Space, Work situations are difficult, and can be very hard to deal with. I wish you the best in prayer with dealing in handling the events from today. I am new to the blog, and would like to add, if allowed, that this tells you what you do not want in your job. Lastly, being scared at work is terrible, and can have an affect on you. I hope and pray for you not to be scared at work and having this stress. Maybe this is a sign to look at a different job or possible change. We spend so much time of our day working, some of those people we work with become like family and caring confidants. All the best to you and I hope the light tomorrow will shine on you! Amen
My daughter recently went through a divorce. She has a daughter and is trying very hard to make it on her own. She has a small place in the town that she works and it is big enough for her and her daughter but in the divorce she has to pay off the lease in which she owes around 5000 and now on top of it her x husband is taking her to court. The divorce was final Jan 30th. She is afraid she is going to be put in jail. Please pray for her that this works out for the good for her. He has been so nasty. He posts things on social media that he is a christian. I cant even phathom being as mean as he has to her and Im sure I dont know the whole story. They went through counceling and at the time were separated he is very inappropriate with his two sons and that is part of the reason my daughter left. He has a very violent temper which he was trying to resolve through counceling. I know this all sounds very low, but it is accurate. I pray for her also. Please help.
Oh Father in heaven, how we long for your will to be done on earth as it is in heaven. Your eyes are upon this mother who agonizes over her daughter's situation. I pray, Lord that you intervene as only you can ... may justice be done, may the children be protected. Keep them safe in your love and may they not become bitter because of their home situation. I pray that this court case come to naught .. and all false accusations be revealed for what they are. May this mother/daughter learn to trust in you, and may she find the peace she is looking for. Give this grandmother wisdom to be the support and voice her daughter needs and may she be the anchor that holds her children in a secure place. Thank you for your unfailing faithfulness and mercy to work in our messed up lives and only you can bring peace out of chaos and joy out of heartache. In Jesus' all powerful name, I pray, amen.
I feel like I constantly complain. I don’t like my job. I feel overwhelmed and stressed at home most times. I feel my husband relies on me to do most of the household stuff. I cook, clean, entertain and push through. I feel my health isn’t good with my thyroid. I think I maybe have anxiety and maybe depression. I feel lonely all the time. My kids deserve a better mom. My husband says all he hears is that I’m disapponted. Every since I was a child I was told that nothing is good enough for me. I need some clarity God. I need some Encouragement. I don’t want to be this way. I also Worry about my moms heart failure and her financial situation with being unable to return to work. Please work in our lives Lord.
Oh Father, my heart goes out to this dear girl.. and I know you too feel her pain and discouragement. You created us to desire value because not one of us lacks worth in your eyes. You who know the name of each of the billions of stars, would you not so much more know this hurting one by name? Not only do you know her by name but your thoughts toward her are full of love and purpose. I pray, Lord, that she would become so aware of your desire toward her that her perspective would be turned around - from the darkness to the light. May her health issues be resolved, but more importantly may her spirit be strengthened within her. May she see your daily blessings and may she walk in your peace and contentment. Instead of discouragement maybe she feel hope, instead of sadness may she feel joy, instead of lack may she feel fullness, instead of worthlessness may she know her great worth! May she know that even before she begins a day, you have already gone before to fill it. May she know how loved she is ! I pray too for her mother that you would provide what she has need of, may her health improve and may her financial needs be met. You have promised to supply your children's needs according to your riches, and your promises are yes and amen. Remove the dark cloud over this family, and may the Light of your Son shine brightly over them. Bless them abundantly above and beyond what they could think or imagine, for you are great in your faithfulness and mercy and love ! I ask the even today would be a new day of beginning for this family, in Jesus' powerful name, I ask ... amen.
Please pray for our son who has relapsed with alcohol again, and the strength for us and him to get through this again. We so want him to be happy, to converse and interact with his brother as well. He is shy loner, has a great job and works well with his peers, but at night, it's just him and his dog. Which would be fine, but the cycle of alcohol occurs again, and we just don't know why. Help us help him - I know he may never be able to "solve" the problem, but (as a recovered alcoholic myself), I have learned how to deal with it. Pray that he turns that corner and knows that a bottle is not a solution to life's problems - God is. He may not get the "God" part yet, but we need every prayer that he sobers up before it gets out of hand again, and that he finds other ways to deal with stress. Your prayers got us through the last time...I'm so sorry to report that here I am again. There is so much to be happy and grateful for, help him see that. I know life is overwhelming, but pray that he realizes how much support he has. Pray for us to be able to give tough love, and for God to watch over him. I thank you Ladies from the bottom of my heart.
Dear Heavenly Father, I bring this mom to you this morning, asking that you encourage her in her inner being. I ask that there would be someone who could be a good friend to her, who would pray for her and encourage her. If she attends a church, I pray that even there, there would be a care ministry for moms that she could go to. Be with her, guide her in decisions about what she can do and what may need to wait. I pray for Your peace in her heart and home. I thank You that this is what You desire for us. In Jesus' name. Amen
Our Father in heaven, how thankful I am that you do not keep count of how many times we fail, how many times we fall, how many times we need help - again .. but each time we come, you reach out with love and mercy so willing to help and restore and set us on our feet again. Your love is never impatient, and your arm is never shortened. I pray for this son who needs you to fill that huge emptiness in his soul. O Lord, may he recognize his need of you and seek you.. and in seeking you find that you were waiting for him all along. May the lie that alcohol will help him deal with stress, and let him forget life's troubles be revealed for what it is. I pray that you take away his desire for liquor and may the very taste of it be bitter in his mouth. Thank you for his loving parents that desire so much more for their son, thank you that they are there to pray for him and to support him. I ask Lord, that you open the windows of heaven and pour out upon this family a down pouring of blessing that will be abundantly more than they could ask. May this family rejoice in your goodness and in their love for one another. In Jesus' wonderful name, Amen.
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Prayer needed for my daughter in-law, Rae. Her mom is getting treatment again for cancer. Her name is Pauline. She was out of it and now getting treatment again. Please pray for her to get healed. She takes care of my 3 grandchildren after school. Rae is going through a tough time (unspoken prayer request) Thank You.
Oh Father, you are intimately aware of all that this family is dealing with, and your love and care is with them. I pray for Rae - even unspoken prayer requests are heard by you, and I pray that you answer this need/concern according to your good purposes. I pray for Rae's mother who is facing a reoccurring cancer. I pray that for the sake of her daughter and her grandchildren, she will be completely healed. May she continue to be a stabilizing influence in her grandchildren's lives and a support to her daughter. Our hearts so often break over the many sorrows and troubles that come into our lives and the lives of those around us -- yet --- always we know and are so very grateful that we have you to turn to and trust that you will carry us through. Cover this family with your mercy and grace and may the joy of this Christmas season lift their hearts and spirits. Be their support and anchor and Provider, I pray ... in Jesus' name - the Christ Child - amen .
Recently I have been finding myself turning from God. I am the only Christian in my family. It is sometime easier to give up and see this path as hopeless. I find myself being drawn by pagan influences and have turned from God, but have always come back. Please pray that I can keep my faith in God.
Oh Father, I pray for this child of yours that feels she is drifting away from you ... but her heart desire is still toward you! I pray that you strengthen her, encourage her , assure her that your love for her has not dimmed, nor have your good purposes toward her changed. I pray that the enemy have no room to tempt or influence her to doubt her faith or relationship with you. Hold her close, inspire her thoughts to hear your still voice and may she feel your Presence around her. Bring people into her life that will support her and encourage her in her walk with you. You have chosen her to be the light in her family, may she not give up in discouragement ... but may she remain faithful until she sees the answers to her prayers for her loved ones. Your timing is sometimes hard to wait for, but it is perfectly timed for the best good... Bless this one, O Lord, and I pray that you continue to draw her family through her ... I know they are watching! May your plans perfectly unfold ... and may you hold this sister in your loving care .. in Jesus' name, amen.
Dear Father, I come here, agreeing with Julie in prayer! We see more persecution of beleivers today than ever before, but your word says that if they persecuted Jesus, then why would we as his followers not face ridicule as well. (John 15:20) May we know your strength and comfort to persevere, no matter what, because of the promises we have in You. Please help this believer to experience a joy that can not be taken away, so much so that her light shines for you. Bring other Christians into her life to help her. Amen.
Can you please pray for me. We get possession of our new home tomorrow. I am so nervous and my anxiety is so high. I am nervous about if it’s a safe neighborhood, if we overpaid for our home, if the kids will be safe, if we can afford it. I feel like God blessed us with this beautiful home and my husband a new job that I feel like something bad will happen. My stomach is in knots and I feel like bawling. My kid is having anxiety too and that makes me evens more anxious. I am a mess and need God.
Oh Father, you see the storm of emotions in this dear sister ... Speak your gentle words, "Peace, be still!" and may your peace that passes understanding flow over her. You have blessed this family with your rich goodness, but the enemy would destroy the happiness that you desire this wife/mother to delight in. Oh, may she know that fear and anxiety do not come from you ... love, peace, joy abide in your presence, where they enemy has no right to be. Wrap you arms around this one and draw her close to your heart until her anxieties melt into your love for her. May she know you are worthy of her trust and you will not leave her or forsake her -- your protection will keep her and her family safe from all alarm. Just as her trust in you will calm her fears, so also will her child calm and feel safe. Bless this family in their beautiful new home, and the new job you have given this husband and father to provide for his family. May this home be filled with laughter and may countless happy memories be made in the days-months-years ahead. In Jesus' name, who is our Peace , I pray .. amen.
My spouse just returned from the Dr - the results of a recent test have shown that he may have a heart issue. He has to go for further scans/testing in 2.5 weeks, but is understandably very anxious and scared. Please pray for wisdom for the doctors, for peace for him, and for healing of his body. Please pray that any blockages in his arteries would clear, and that no abnormalities would be present. Please also pray that I will be able to help support him emotionally, as well as through stress reduction and proper nutrition during this time.
Father God, your wisdom and knowledge far surpasses what any advanced medical tests or opinions can provide - you are the Creator and the Healer. I pray for this couple who are worried and anxious about may lie before them. I pray that you fill their hearts with peace that they will walk through this knowing you are walking with them and have already pre-arranged all they will need. I pray that further tests will reveal that there is no serious problem, nothing that cannot be easily remedied ... may the end result be for your glory. Give this wife the strength and wisdom she needs to be the loving support her husband needs ... may they walk through this hand in hand , hearts entwined. You have given much wisdom to doctors/surgeons and I pray that this husband's team will come back with solid and doable advice. I pray that all will be well in this medical situation and that this family will be filled with thanksgiving for what you have already planned and will do for them. In Jesus' loving name, I pray , amen.
Let us all join in prayer that our beloved Nation will be restored to the principles and
and reasoned wisdom that established it. Our leadership brought recovery and progress to
s many and has been a God-ordained and blessed Nation and hopefully will continue to be
a beacon of hope and example to those who recognize the truth of her creation.
Lord, you are the one who ordains leaders and blesses nations ... and have blessed us in North America to be free - most importantly to be free to worship you. I pray that you establish leadership that will honor you and rule according to your principles and truth. I pray for revival that will turn people's hearts back to you, that your Kingdom may prosper and you be glorified. May the gospel may go out from your people to those who have not yet heard and may their love reach out to free those who are in bondage. In Jesus' name , amen.
My husband and I are going through a really rough patch right now. Please pray for us to get through it together. Thank you so much.
Father you know the details of the circumstances testing this couple. You already see the path you have laid before them to take them through. I pray for strength and faith in this couple that they will not be distracted by the difficulties that threaten to take their peace and their perseverance to hold to you, their anchor, until this storm is past. Use this to bind them closer together in their love and commitment to each other -- and may this strengthen and mature them in you. Bless them in and through this difficult 'patch' and may they come through victorious -- and may you be glorified in and through them. Thank you, God for being our answer and our source , in Jesus' all-sufficient name, amen.
Hi, I would love to have prayer for our finances. We are in ministry/care positions and things are tough. It's more difficult to understand why God isn't providing. Maybe he wants us to leave. We really don't know. Please pray for financial provision and for God to speak. We are so weary. My husband is in a really bad place and I'm not sure how to help or encourage him. Thank you so much for your prayers and your beautiful ministry
Oh Lord, you are debtor to no man, and when you call you also provide. I pray for this couple who are discouraged in their place of ministry and are looking for confirmation of direction. I pray, Father, that you would apply Is. 40:31, spirit, soul and body to this weary couple. We know that you test us, to strengthen us or to prepare us for tomorrow but you never allow us to be 'broken'. I pray especially for this husband who carries the weight of their burdens on his shoulders. I pray that he would lift them up to you and 'rest' in knowing that the ministry is yours, and he does not have to carry the responsibility of it, but simply follow and obey as you lead and direct. Guide them by your Spirit, may they hear your voice before and behind them and may they see clearly the way you want them to go. Provide according to your riches in glory - from the storehouse of your abundance. Bless them as they have never been blessed before - may joy and thanksgiving fill their hearts and may their mouths glorify you ... In Jesus' all-providing and all-powerful name, I pray , amen.
My elderly parents and I are struggling to get along with each other. Please pray for me that I would have patience and forgiveness so that we can develop a positive relationship before it is too late.
O Lord, sometimes as parents age there is a transition to role reversal. It is never easy and it isn't always easy to understand. I pray for this daughter struggling to have a good relationship with her parents. I pray for there to be wisdom and understanding of one another. I pray for patience and peace. I pray for love to win over annoyance or aggravation. I pray for soft words to turn away hurt or anger. I pray for forgiveness to be freely given. I pray that your Spirit will work in this family that their time together will be something to treasure for as long as you give them. May your words be their guide ... "Love one another" in Jesus' name, amen.
Thank you for your prayer. It soothes my heart and I will use your wise words as I continue to pray.
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What’s weighing on my heart even heavier are the choices my 14 yr old son is making. He’s so angry towards me in 95% of our conversations. Always testing boundaries. He discovered vaping, and introduced this distructive habit to his friends. He is so rebellious. Steals from us. Stole candy from a 7-11 corner store.
I tried to put restrictions on cell phone internet usage for his safety to avoid addiction. He bought his own phone on the black market, and is always gaming and God only knows what else he’s doing.
Oh .. your Father heart understands the grief we mothers feel when our children rebel, make unwise choices and go contrary to the way we have raised them. I pray for Patty, Lord, that you would give her parenting wisdom, resources and the help that she needs to know how to help her son. I pray for her son and I pray that you would intervene in a way that would pull him up short, making him look at where his chosen path is leading him. May he recognize his mother's love and see how much he needs her. Work in his heart and in his life, that he would search for you and recognize that your ways lead to blessing and rebelling leads to suffering and destruction. You understand why he is acting out, you know the anger or fear or hurt that is buried in his heart. Bring the right people into his life whose voice he would be willing to hear. You know what is needed, you know the way to this young man's heart . May he have an encounter with you that will change his life, that he would grow in maturity and fulfill what you have called him to be. In Jesus' name I ask ... amen.
My heart goes out to you, Patty. I'm praying along with Julie.
I just want to thank you for all your prayers. The same young man that you prayed for 3 years ago at my request because he was suffering so, is now healthy, has a wonderful, great-paying job, and just bought a house as of today. I thought of you Ladies instantly as I reflected on how far he has come. He will continue to need prayer...oh his house needs work...LOL...but that is a healthy distraction. However...do pray for his mom...I don't know how I'm going to let my last bird fly. I know all of you ladies are close with your children, and some of Anneliese's posts about "last times" have brought tears to my eyes, as I can relate so. But again, please accept my humble thank you for all you do, and have done. May you be rewarded ten-fold. God Bless!
Father, with joy we thank you for answered prayer -- especially for this young man who is now doing so much better! May you continue to work in his life and provide for his ongoing needs. Be his Source and his Provider in all things. I pray too for his Mom .. the dear lady that has invested so much of herself into his life -- how hard it is to 'let our birds fly' as she so aptly puts it. I pray that you fill the desires of her heart and fill all empty places with your wonderful presence and goodness! May her joy be increased and not diminished. Comfort her heart as her last bird leaves the nest. Sometimes the best times with our children come after they 'fly' - may it be so for this dear Mom... Bless her going in and coming out ... in Jesus' wonderful name, amen.
PS. Thank you so much for taking the time to 'update' - Updates are always so appreciated!
I would like prayer for me. I feel angry and am short with my kids. I also am so grateful God has given us so much. I ask he put his hand on my career and show me how he’s guiding me. I don’t feel confident or capable in it. Show me the way Lord.
Lord, I pray for this mother juggling a career and a family and understandably the frustrations of one will spill over on the other. But where you call us you also enable us. I pray that you will grant wisdom to this mother to know where she is following you and where she is taking on her own 'stuff'. Help her to put time with you first every morning so that she can walk in that peace and preparedness of heart and spirit through out the day. Give her patience and joy - may she rejoice in thankfulness for the blessings you have given her and may she focus on her 'plenty' and not on her 'lack'. May her children respond to her loving care with loving obedience. Bless this family for your glory and may contentment and laughter fill their home. In Jesus' name, amen.
Dear Heavenly Father, I come her agreeing in prayer of what has been asked. I pray for your peace for this mom. You see her desire to be a good mom and retain a good standing in her career. The balancing act can be so hard. I pray you will guide her and show her the way to enjoy this season that you have given her. Bless her with wisdom and confidence.
Please pray for my husband and I as we go through some difficult times. He is in somewhat of a mid-life crisis, and while a very good husband and person, he is not making the decisions and displaying the respectfulness that we, as a couple, always have. Again, he is not a bad person, just most likely going through a bad time himself, and it has a ripple effect, that makes it hard for all of us. It's most certainly a 1st world problem, I feel selfish asking for this as I know people have so many bigger problems, but the hurt is sometimes so hard to take, time is wasted on foolish arguments, but left to fester by "trying to be nice and understanding", I've found they just get worse, and the boundaries get pushed farther. I don't want to be a doormat, but I do want to be a good wife. The hurt is sometimes so hard to take it gets distracting, especially when the hurt is from someone you love so much. Thank you so much.
Ohh Father, sometimes it is the little things that pile up and become seemingly insurmountable and the hurt goes deep. I pray for this couple who are struggling to regain a 'good' place in their relationship. May the right people come into their lives that can be a positive support and walk alongside them. May this couple find the time and place to be able to open up in honest dialogue with each other, expressing their hearts - so that they can understand one another and be able to be what the other needs. May love and forgiveness rule in this home and may you pour out your blessings upon it. May the enemy not have a foothold to destroy, but may loving commitment overcome to bring this couple closer to each other and to you. I pray that as you hear the heart-cry of this wife may you answer beyond what she could hope or think .. Thank you for being the God who not only hears but also is present in our deepest need - ready and willing to work your goodness in every situation and bring healing in this marriage. May joy and contentment be their lot. In Jesus' name , amen.
Please pray for my husband. I am asking for a prayer of healing. The doctors have recently discovered a mass on his kidney. He is feeling frustated after being told that a urologist in a larger city would be accepting his case. This acceptance was to occur two days ago. We are hoping that he will be accepted soon so that treatment can begin as quickly as possible.
Oh Father, I pray for this couple - the husband having just been diagnosed with a mass on his kidney. You have already walked before them and prepared the way -- I pray that this husband and wife will walk in peace and confidence putting their trust is in you. Thank you for the medical knowledge you have granted but we know all healing ultimately comes from your hand. I pray this mass will be benign and that it will result in you being given all praise and thanksgiving. Bring the right medical team into place, in your perfect timing. May they keep their eyes on you, knowing that in you are all good things. Bless this couple in this testing time that it will but strengthen their faith in you ... In Jesus' healing name, amen.
Prayed as above for this family.
May God guard their hearts and mind during this time, and be their comfort in this crisis.
Prayed as above. May God be your shelter and comfort during this time.
An "update" :o), all is well. For some reason, I started seeing the good, not focussing on the bad, and remembered to write the bad things on sand, and good on marble. Not that I am a doormat. He changed some things for me and woke up a bit and that is a great starting point. There are things I can work on too. That's all I asked, to refocus and realize that 33 years are something to be cherished and to try to add 33+ more. I hope you know how appreciated you Ladies are, as I really am a private person, and to be honest, do not get out to a formal church, I focus on my family and my job and in my private moments I pray, so I am so blessed you are available to lean on. So nice to know I'm not alone. Now...all the good you do for me, may it come back to you, and I will be sure to reciprocate to someone else who needs a shoulder and prayer too. Many blessings! PS: our wedding anniversay is Friday - thanks to your prayers it will be an even more special occasion. LOVE YOU.
Lord, thank you for understanding us and accepting us for who we are ... whether we are private or love the stage , you come to us where we are. Thank you for the encouragement you tucked into this dear ones heart ... and I pray that you would bless them in a very special way on their Anniversary on Friday -- may it be a day of new beginnings filled with joy and every good thing ! Bless them with love and peace and contentment and abundance in every area of their life ! Thank you for the connection we have in the 'spiritual kingdom' -- we have never met and yet we are sisters! Thank you, Lord, in Jesus' name, amen .
"A Blessed Happy Anniversary, my sister, to you and your beloved !! sending my love and a hug !!!"
Thankful along with you and wishing you a very Happy Anniversary! May the Lord bless and keep you and make His face to shine on you. Sometimes we forget that our husbands just need some respect and they will love in return and the healthy cycle keeps going. Thank you for your encouragement.
Thank You for your prayers. I haven’t heard an answer from God yet. I keep coming back thinking I need to request prayer. Realize I did already. So I read these words and pray it over my life again and again.
Dear Father ... thank you that you have not forgotten this daughter.. but you ARE guiding and watching over her even though she may not see obvious signs. I am reminded how you only moved your cloud pillar when you wanted your people to move ... if it stood still, your people stayed where they were. I pray , Lord , that you fill this dear mom's heart with love and peace and may she trust and know that you have not forgotten her. May she not feel so overwhelmed but be able -- to lean on your strength - to fulfill the demands and responsibilities of her busy life. Provide for her according to her need , and cover her with your love ... in Jesus' name, amen.
Please pray for me and my family.
Thank you Jesus I am able to send my prayer requests tonight. I wasn’t able to for quite awhile. I missed you all. I need your prayers for a place to live. Our lease is ending March 23. I’m still wanting to pack and limited to do heavy lifting. So does my husband. I’m needing God’s guidance for ever He has in store for me. I’m needing a place with very quiet place to live with good loving people.
Father God, you have heard the cry of this one asking for prayer. You know every detail of this family - you know their needs and the cry of their hearts. I pray that you intercede in a way that will reveal to them your love and your provision. I pray that you would put a hedge of protection around this family - that the cords that bind them will not break, that the enemy would have no power against them and that you would lift them up to praise and glorify you! According to your perfect - may it be so ! In Jesus' name, amen
Father, you created us to need a home, a place where we feel safe and secure. Having to move is never an easy thing. I pray for this couple that are facing finding a new home. I pray that you would first of all provide them with the home they need, then provide helping hands to make the move happen, easily and smoothly, then bless their new home with your love and peace and daily loving kindness! Bless this couple - may their anxiousness be melted in their trust that you will take care of all they need ! May they live out the purposes and plans you have for them. In Jesus' name, amen
I would be so grateful if you would please pray for my husband. He’s had a rough year, medically speaking. He has another test tomorrow to find out if he is cancer free and has good numbers in his blood work. (Below 4). My sweetie is a faithful, Godly man, but even he has grown weary with everything that’s been hanging over his head. It would help so much to know that you would be blanketing him in your prayers. Hubby’s name is Cisco. Thank you for sharing your heart and your faith!
Ahhh, Lord, even you grew weary and I lift this weary, beloved husband up to you. Hold Cisco close under your wings and may he know the peace that passes understanding, feeling so safe and secure in your hand. I pray that all the medical tests and reports will show him clear of cancer, all his blood work numbers in the normal range. May his trust in you be satisfied and may all his heart desires be granted him. Thank you for his wife, Cookie, thank you for their love for each other and their love for you! Bless their going out and their coming in with joy and grant them years together to serve you and glorify your name ! In Jesus' name, I plead... amen.
Please pray for one of my sons baseball team yesterday. Was hurt on the field had taken to the hospital got some stitches. He loved baseball.
My husband and I would really appreciate prayers while we try to conceive. Prayers for patience, understanding, and that we are able to lean on Him through this all would be greatly appreciated.
Father, I pray for this son who was hurt doing something he loves. I pray that his injury will fully heal and that there will be no lingering consequences. I pray for his team, that not only will they have fun playing together but that they would also model good sportsmanship and be a godly example to other teams. In Jesus' name, amen.
Dear Lord, I pray for this couple desiring to begin their family. As it was your will and desire that we should have children, I pray that you fulfill it in this couple. May they trust in your timing and not become anxious but look forward with confidence to what you will do for them. Prepare this girl's body to be a safe cradle and may this couple raise the children you give them with love and godly wisdom. May their home be filled with joy, love and peace - a place where you are always present. You are the giver of all good gifts, in Jesus' name we stand with this couple in their request .. .amen.
Please pray for my career. I sit in a weekly meeting that discourages me from my teaching job. I get reprimanded by coworkers and talked to in a nasty and condescending way. It makes me hate going to the meeting and being treated so badly. Please God fix this.
Dear Lord, you understand what the underlying problems/attitudes are in this situation. I pray that you give this teacher wisdom and divine understanding to see deeper than the surface issues, to discern what the root issue is. I pray that you give her a love for her fellow staff and help her to rise above the unjust treatment she is being given. I pray that out of these difficult relationships would come something that reveals your hand in the answers. Bring sympathetic and supportive people around this teacher that she may be able to stand and react in a way that would earn her respect - grudging though it may be. Help her O Lord, by the power and grace of your Holy Spirit ... In Jesus' holy name, amen.
I lost my mom to cancer in 2015, as the time draws nearer to year three without her I find myself struggling more and more. My mom was my best friend, my heart, and it pains me to walk through life without her. I miss everything about her, the sound of her voice, the way her house used to smell... some of our closest and most memorable moments were in the kitchen, she taught me everything I know about how to cook and since losing her I have lost my joy in the kitchen, it feels like an empty chore. I don't know how to find my way out of this grief. I miss her.
Dear Lord, having lost my own mom not long ago, I know how the loss is still felt. A Mom is such a big part of our life, and her going leaves a big emptiness. I pray for this daughter who yearns for the things she shared with her mom... and feels there is no pleasure in them without her mom. I ask, Lord, that you would give her back the joy in the things her mom taught her as a way of celebrating her dear Mom's love. Fill her emptiness with your love and may she find fulfulment in life BECAUSE of what her mom was to her. You understand grief ... you understand lonliness .. but you come close to wrap your arms around those who are grieving. Bless this daughter and may the pain of her loss melt into the beautiful memories she has of her dear mom. Memories that will warm her heart until she meets her mom again. In Jesus' loving name, amen.
Thank You Julie, I'm sorry for your loss and will say a prayer for you and your mom as well.
Thank you ! We can pray for each other ...
Please pray for my family. We have twin teenage boys who are choosing to not do what they know is right and needs to be done. They are addicted to their electronics and say they have to have it for school work. One is lashing out at his father and I physically (he slaps, punches and throws things at us), verbally (calls us horrible, horrible things) and mentally (blames us for things out of our control and manipulates us) when things don't go his way or he didn't do his homework. We didn't raise them this way.
My husband wants a divorce. He is mid-life crisis mode and unreasonable at this time. Please pray that he comes around and sees "the light" and tries to work things out. I love him very much, and although I have many faults, I hope he can see that divorce isn't the answer, there is not a "quick fix", and the grass isn't greener on the other side. We have four grown children, and have always been together like glue. It would be devestating to rip that apart due to lack of trying communication, due to stubborness. He will not go to therapy. It just makes me so sad.
Oh Father, I know how your heart agonizes to see couples in marital trouble. You joined them together, you made the two 'one flesh'. I pray against the lies of the enemy that have been seeded into this man's mind... I pray against the selfish mind set that believes happiness can be found outside the marriage. I pray that you open this husband's eyes to see his wife as the one he loves - the one that is the other half of his heart. May he recognize and count the cost of walking away from the blessings you have given him in his family. May he feel the pain he would bring to his children if he continues on the path he is choosing. Lord, you are the great Healer, the one who works in peoples' hearts. Thank you for this wife that is fighting for her marriage -- give her strength and wisdom to relate to her husband , to do , to say, the things that will help and not hurt. Oh, Lord, save this marriage and cause it be rise up to be a testimony to what a loving marriage should and can be when you are made the center of it ... In Jesus' name I plead for this marriage... amen.
Oh Lord, you as the Father know the pain of parents who see their children walk in ways that are harmful and sinful. Lord, you know these teen boys - you see and know what is going on in their hearts. I pray that you would bring into their lives what they need to recognize the danger they are in - that they would be convicted and see the pain they are inflicting onto their parents. I pray for wisdom for the parents, that they would know what they can or should do to help their sons. I pray for outside help, intervention as needed to stop this situation before it gets worse. Lord, you know what is needed - please provide it - bring people alongside who can help. Cover this family with your love to bring them back into a loving relationship with each other ... I ask in Jesus' name, amen.
Agreeing in prayer with Julie here. So hard. May the Lord encourage your weary hearts with the knowledge that He understands wayward/dispbedient children. Dear Lord, I thank you for your compassion, your mercy and that you are slow to anger and full of love. Please bring healing to this family. Amen
Yes, dear Lord, I also ask for healing in this marriage, a healing that comes when we are willing to trust that your ways are best. Please help this wife to continue to commit to prayer, to love and honor. Help this husband to be able to express his feelings rather than to run so that there can be honest communication and desires to work through things. May this family be spared the pain of divorce. I pray in Jesus' Name.
Hello, This is such a beautiful opportunity to ask for prayers and thoughts to help one through difficult circumstances. As I have stumbled upon this blog, I would like to ask for your help, maybe, I did not just stumble here, but was guided here. I have a baby, he is now a toddler, and will be three years old in July. In January of 2017, I asked my parents ( in their 80's) to consider seeing my son, more. They live about 50 mins away from us. I would take care of all driving arrangements. This caused quite a war in my family, I have twin sisters, one has two girls, 6 and 8 years old. The mother of these girls (one of my sisters) has such a control and manipulation over my mother, she will not let them have their own time and has my father and mother take every afternoon during the week to pick up these girls. After many terrible, hurtful emails I no longer talk to this sister, it is now easier this way and she is very selfish and has a terrible husband who has said the worst things to my husband and about my parents behind their back. My other sister, at the beginning of this year, has in a break down, told me she is not going through another year of this, and has decided to drop me, and my son. She is a fence sitter and never suggested that my parents do what they need too, and want too and that they should see their other grandchild ( my son). This sister is still speaking and visiting with her twin, but has left my life and I am very alone. All of this happened, as I have asked my parents with what time anyone has left on the earth to see my little angel, who was born in July 2015. It is unbelievable, I am depressed, hurt, and started to go to therapy. My father does not want to drive every day and work as a taxi cab driver but still is...
I would love for my Dad to find the courage he once had, and speak up for what he wants to do, and what is in his heart. I would love for my Mom to know it is ok to say No, I want to see my other Grandson. About my sisters, I hope they open their minds and hearts to find emotional intelligence and resist their egos, and selfishness and find the joy in giving and sharing.
My parents do see my son, about once a month, it could be so much more. I lost my job in May 2017, and never heard a word from my mother or sisters about how I was or any concern. I was robbed and burglarized in Nov 2017, and lost so very much and got an email from the sisters, no offer of help, no offer of help from my mother I had to ask for help, and my parents came. I am very much alone, and that is ok, I have accepted that.
I would like you to know know, I am the complete opposite of the behaviours I have written about above, the poor communication, verbal attacks, lying, and the list goes on. I am a healthcare provider, give and do from my heart and love, more than anyone you will know.
I pray not for me but that my son will never experience this type of hurt in his lifetime from family and that he will know his grandparents and they love they give him when they see him. 20017, was tragic with many unfortunate life events and I survived, I will never let my son see how terribly I was treated, that is unacceptable for anyone.
Thank you for your blog, and this opportunity to once again, like in my therapy session share a terrible years' events that are still continuing.
Lastly, my therapist thinks what is happening to my parents is terrible and feels for me. I was so close to my family, and would drop anything to help. And look at this now, nothing, in my worst hour standing in shards of thick glass, robbed, with my baby, no toys and he could not step down for his own safety, no where to go, and no one was there for me. Never would I have done that.
Father, nothing is sadder than families who are divided and broken. I don't understand how this family came to be so relationally dysfunctional - but you know all the details. You know the underlying reasons and the thoughts and emotions of each family member. Lord, I pray for the parents of this family - I pray that you give them wisdom and strength to fight for the good of their family - for every family member - that they would work toward a goal of unity and forgiveness and healing of past wounds - received and/or inflicted. I pray for these twin sisters who seem so unreasonable - may they recognize that the pain they are causing is multiplied back in hurting themselves. I pray for the sister who requested prayer - may you use her as the one through whom you can bring peace among family members. Fill her heart with love and the compassion to express that love to her sisters. Cause the root of this family anger and pain to be revealed where it can be understood and dealt with. Father, I pray that this family will be restored to being a loving family freely embracing and rejoicing in each other and sharing deep fellowship. What looks/feels impossible is not impossible for you - nothing is too hard for you and I ask that you intervene in this family and bring about your good purposes for them. I ask in Jesus' name , amen.
Dear Lord, please come near to this hurting sister and assure her of your care. I pray for that reconciliation and healing that Julie has already prayed for - it would be a miracle but You are able. In the name of Jesus we ask,amen.
Thank you Julie and Anneliese for your prayers and time with your post. Your words have made me feel better and that there is hope as the situation is with God. I wish you a wonderful day and blessings for making a difference to so many people and sharing your words and prayers. I am so glad I found your blog!
(dear friend .. I'm sorry, that 'priceless' comment should not have published on this blog - it was not in response to your situation or your prayer request .. it was 'spam' and has been removed ... Continuing to pray for the Lord's goodness to unfold in your family situation ...)
My daughter has ongoing severe depression. She has been doing well in the past 3 years with a new treatment, but it may no longer be as effective or it may be taking longer to be effective again. She may also need a medication change. I am asking for prayers that she will stay strong, know that she has the love of her family, and for God to guide her to the medical treatment that will allow her to finish her education and feel well every day.
Father, I pray for this daughter struggling with depression. I pray that she could find the right counseling or medical help that she needs. I pray that you speak life and strength and joy into her mind and heart that she would be able to do well in school and live to the fullest the good plans you have for her... Give her family wisdom and patience as they love and support her. May your goodness overflow toward this family ... in Jesus' name I pray, amen .
I got yelled at by a coworker today as I used her space for a workshop. I thought I cleaned it up well (better than I found it) but ended up misplacing a piece of work. I also used equipment and it was returned in the morning while I was away. I got yelled at loudly in front of others and was made to
Clean up the perceived mess in front of the whole group. I feel
Incredibly disrespected and scared of future interactions. I can’t believe this treatment is tolerated. God give me what I need to
Get thru this.
Dear Lord, I pray for this one that was humiliated in front of others. I pray, Lord, that you would cause this situation to resolve without repercussions and that calm and respect would rule the workplace. Give this one the grace to ask forgiveness for the offence, even if they did nothing wrong and the offence was unintended. May they show love and not anger or resentment - grant, O Lord that you bring good out of this painful experience. In Jesus' name we ask ... amen.
Hello Workshop Space, Work situations are difficult, and can be very hard to deal with. I wish you the best in prayer with dealing in handling the events from today. I am new to the blog, and would like to add, if allowed, that this tells you what you do not want in your job. Lastly, being scared at work is terrible, and can have an affect on you. I hope and pray for you not to be scared at work and having this stress. Maybe this is a sign to look at a different job or possible change. We spend so much time of our day working, some of those people we work with become like family and caring confidants.
All the best to you and I hope the light tomorrow will shine on you! Amen
My daughter recently went through a divorce. She has a daughter and is trying very hard to make it on her own. She has a small place in the town that she works and it is big enough for her and her daughter but in the divorce she has to pay off the lease in which she owes around 5000 and now on top of it her x husband is taking her to court. The divorce was final Jan 30th. She is afraid she is going to be put in jail. Please pray for her that this works out for the good for her. He has been so nasty. He posts things on social media that he is a christian. I cant even phathom being as mean as he has to her and Im sure I dont know the whole story. They went through counceling and at the time were separated he is very inappropriate with his two sons and that is part of the reason my daughter left. He has a very violent temper which he was trying to resolve through counceling. I know this all sounds very low, but it is accurate. I pray for her also. Please help.
Oh Father in heaven, how we long for your will to be done on earth as it is in heaven. Your eyes are upon this mother who agonizes over her daughter's situation. I pray, Lord that you intervene as only you can ... may justice be done, may the children be protected. Keep them safe in your love and may they not become bitter because of their home situation. I pray that this court case come to naught .. and all false accusations be revealed for what they are. May this mother/daughter learn to trust in you, and may she find the peace she is looking for. Give this grandmother wisdom to be the support and voice her daughter needs and may she be the anchor that holds her children in a secure place. Thank you for your unfailing faithfulness and mercy to work in our messed up lives and only you can bring peace out of chaos and joy out of heartache. In Jesus' all powerful name, I pray, amen.
I feel like I constantly complain. I don’t like my job. I feel overwhelmed and stressed at home most times. I feel my husband relies on me to do most of the household stuff. I cook, clean, entertain and push through. I feel my health isn’t good with my thyroid. I think I maybe have anxiety and maybe depression. I feel lonely all the time. My kids deserve a better mom. My husband says all he hears is that I’m disapponted. Every since I was a child I was told that nothing is good enough for me. I need some clarity God. I need some
Encouragement. I don’t want to be this way. I also
Worry about my moms heart failure and her financial situation with being unable to return to work. Please work in our lives Lord.
Oh Father, my heart goes out to this dear girl.. and I know you too feel her pain and discouragement. You created us to desire value because not one of us lacks worth in your eyes. You who know the name of each of the billions of stars, would you not so much more know this hurting one by name? Not only do you know her by name but your thoughts toward her are full of love and purpose. I pray, Lord, that she would become so aware of your desire toward her that her perspective would be turned around - from the darkness to the light. May her health issues be resolved, but more importantly may her spirit be strengthened within her. May she see your daily blessings and may she walk in your peace and contentment. Instead of discouragement maybe she feel hope, instead of sadness may she feel joy, instead of lack may she feel fullness, instead of worthlessness may she know her great worth! May she know that even before she begins a day, you have already gone before to fill it. May she know how loved she is ! I pray too for her mother that you would provide what she has need of, may her health improve and may her financial needs be met. You have promised to supply your children's needs according to your riches, and your promises are yes and amen. Remove the dark cloud over this family, and may the Light of your Son shine brightly over them. Bless them abundantly above and beyond what they could think or imagine, for you are great in your faithfulness and mercy and love ! I ask the even today would be a new day of beginning for this family, in Jesus' powerful name, I ask ... amen.
Please pray for our son who has relapsed with alcohol again, and the strength for us and him to get through this again. We so want him to be happy, to converse and interact with his brother as well. He is shy loner, has a great job and works well with his peers, but at night, it's just him and his dog. Which would be fine, but the cycle of alcohol occurs again, and we just don't know why. Help us help him - I know he may never be able to "solve" the problem, but (as a recovered alcoholic myself), I have learned how to deal with it. Pray that he turns that corner and knows that a bottle is not a solution to life's problems - God is. He may not get the "God" part yet, but we need every prayer that he sobers up before it gets out of hand again, and that he finds other ways to deal with stress. Your prayers got us through the last time...I'm so sorry to report that here I am again. There is so much to be happy and grateful for, help him see that. I know life is overwhelming, but pray that he realizes how much support he has. Pray for us to be able to give tough love, and for God to watch over him. I thank you Ladies from the bottom of my heart.
Dear Heavenly Father, I bring this mom to you this morning, asking that you encourage her in her inner being. I ask that there would be someone who could be a good friend to her, who would pray for her and encourage her. If she attends a church, I pray that even there, there would be a care ministry for moms that she could go to. Be with her, guide her in decisions about what she can do and what may need to wait. I pray for Your peace in her heart and home. I thank You that this is what You desire for us. In Jesus' name. Amen
Our Father in heaven, how thankful I am that you do not keep count of how many times we fail, how many times we fall, how many times we need help - again .. but each time we come, you reach out with love and mercy so willing to help and restore and set us on our feet again. Your love is never impatient, and your arm is never shortened. I pray for this son who needs you to fill that huge emptiness in his soul. O Lord, may he recognize his need of you and seek you.. and in seeking you find that you were waiting for him all along. May the lie that alcohol will help him deal with stress, and let him forget life's troubles be revealed for what it is. I pray that you take away his desire for liquor and may the very taste of it be bitter in his mouth. Thank you for his loving parents that desire so much more for their son, thank you that they are there to pray for him and to support him. I ask Lord, that you open the windows of heaven and pour out upon this family a down pouring of blessing that will be abundantly more than they could ask. May this family rejoice in your goodness and in their love for one another. In Jesus' wonderful name, Amen.
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