We join with you, Sparklee, in lifting up these needs and petitions, standing in agreement and interceding together for each person here. We come to the throne of grace with confidence, that we may receive mercy and may find grace for help in time of need.
Firstly, we rejoice that this prayer is asked in Jesus' name, for there is no other name under heaven that has been given among men, through which we must be saved. As it is written:
There is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given to people by which we must be saved. Acts 4:12 WEB
We pray that each person here feels the abiding love of our heavenly Father, His intercession, and His presence drawing us closer to Him and to each other. May we grow spiritually each day, bearing fruit in every good work and increasing in the knowledge of God.
We lift up those who do not yet know the Lord, that His grace would draw them to a real and living relationship with Him through faith in Jesus Christ. May they come to know the love of Christ which surpasses knowledge, that they may be filled with all the fullness of God.
Father, we lift up our children and the children of those praying here. We ask for Your protection, that they would grow in wisdom, stature, and in favor with God and men. May they grow in discernment and revelation, finding freedom, restoration, and wholeness in You. Help them to understand Your purpose for their lives, to have a sound mind and a right attitude, and to maintain strong, fulfilling, godly relationships. We pray that they would resist evil influences and destructive behavior, avoiding all sexual immorality and temptation. We ask that they would walk in purity and holiness, and in due time, enjoy a successful, godly marriage and raise God-fearing children.
Concerning NC, we pray for continued protection, favor, and safety from all dangers. We ask for family unity to be rebuilt and for guidance in finding their niche in the work world.
For JM, we pray for healing from heart palpitations, depression, and difficult emotions. May he find comfort and strength in You, Lord, and may he be guided in eating healthy and exercising regularly. We pray that he would see and exercise his spiritual gifting for the benefit of the body of Christ.
We lift up SE, MB, NP, SB, and EC, praying for comfort, calm, and peace. We rebuke all panic and anxiety in Jesus' name, and we ask for Your peace, which surpasses all understanding, to guard their hearts and minds in Christ Jesus.
We give You all praise, credit, and thanksgiving, Lord, for You are worthy to receive glory and honor and power. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.