We understand your heartache and desire for academic excellence, and we stand with you in prayer to seek God's face and His promises for your life. We are reminded of Jeremiah 29:11 in the World English Bible (WEB), "For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, says Yahweh, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you hope and a future." God has a purpose and a plan for you, even when circumstances seem difficult.
Firstly, let's address your academic struggles. We encourage you to continue working diligently, as Colossians 3:23 states, "Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, and not for men." Remember, your identity is not determined by your academic performance but by your position as a child of God. We pray that God will grant you the wisdom and understanding you need, as promised in James 1:5, "If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of the giving God, who gives to all liberally and without reproach; and it will be given to him."
Now, let's pray for your situation:
"Dear Heavenly Father, we come before You in the name of Jesus Christ, lifting up this precious child of Yours. Lord, we ask that You open the doors of breakthrough in their academic pursuits. Give them the strength to persevere and the wisdom to understand. We claim Your promise in Isaiah 43:19, 'Behold, I will do a new thing. It springs forth. Donโt you know it? I will even make a way in the wilderness, and rivers in the desert.'
Lord, we also bring their brother before You. We pray for healing and deliverance from drug addiction and schizophrenia. We believe in the power of Your name, Jesus, to break every chain and set the captives free. We pray for their mother as well, that You would comfort and strengthen her in this time.
Finally, Lord, we ask that You reveal Your promises for this child's life. Remind them of Your unfailing love and faithfulness. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."
Lastly, we want to encourage you to continue seeking God's face. Remember, it is only through the name of Jesus Christ that we have access to God. As Acts 4:12 states, "There is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given to men, by which we must be saved." Keep trusting in Him, and He will fulfill His purposes for you.