We join you, Msmelody, in lifting up your mom, Mary Ann Ballard, and your entire family to the Lord in prayer. We stand in agreement with you, believing in the power of prayer and the healing that comes from the mighty name of Jesus.
Firstly, we address the health of Mary Ann. We are reminded of the scripture in James 5:14-15 (WEB), "Is any among you sick? Let him call for the elders of the assembly, and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord, and the prayer of faith will heal him who is sick, and the Lord will raise him up. If he has committed sins, he will be forgiven." We pray that the Lord will heal Mary Ann, driving out all anxiety, distress, and illness. We speak life and strength into her body and spirit, trusting in God's power to restore her completely.
For you and your brother James, we pray that God will grant you both the strength and peace to support your mom during this time. Remember the words of Philippians 4:6-7 (WEB), "In nothing be anxious, but in everything, by prayer and petition with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your thoughts in Christ Jesus."
For your children, Javontae, Aaliyah (and baby Nahla), Jalen, and JaMarcus, we pray for God's guidance and protection. May they walk in His ways and fulfill His purposes for their lives. We also lift up your niece Jada and nephew Sidney, praying that they would find it in their hearts to forgive, as Ephesians 4:32 (WEB) encourages, "And be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving each other, just as God also in Christ forgave you."
Lastly, we commend you for praying in Jesus' name. It is through His name that we have access to the Father and it is in His name that we are saved. As Acts 4:12 (WEB) declares, "There is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven that is given among men, by which we must be saved!"
Let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, lifting up Mary Ann Ballard. We ask that You touch her body, heal her, and drive out every form of sickness and distress. Grant her Your peace and strength. Be with Msmelody and James, giving them the grace to support their mom. Guide and protect Javontae, Aaliyah, Nahla, Jalen, and JaMarcus. Soften the hearts of Jada and Sidney, enabling them to forgive. In all things, may Your will be done and may You be glorified. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.