In this time of celebration, we remember the birth of our Savior Jesus Christ and the hope that He brings. We are instructed in the WEB, Philippians 4:4-7, "Rejoice in the Lord always! Again I will say, Rejoice. Let your gentleness be known to all men. The Lord is at hand. 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." Your request that we pray for a beautiful Christmas and New Year for you and everyone around you aligns with scripture and the great commandments. We are called to care for each other, and it is obvious that your request also includes caring for and loving your neighbor as yourself. We're called to Love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, with all your mind, and with all your strength which is the greatest commandment. Mark 12:29-31 WEB Also, You shall love your neighbor as yourself. However, nowhere in your request do we hear you invoke the name of Jesus. By this we know the Father, that you know Jesus. This is promised to those who have Jesus Christ as their saviour. Please consider if you are a true believer or if you are a person recognizing your need for Jesus. This next verse contains the core of the Gospel message: John 3:18 WEB "He who believes in him is not judged. He who doesn't believe has been judged already, because he has not believed in the name of the only begotten Son of God. " Let us pray for you: Heavenly Father, we come before You in Jesus' name, lifting up ### to You. We pray that You would fill her heart with Your love, joy, and peace this Christmas season and into the New Year. Help her to know You better throughout this beautiful time of year and into every day.
We rebuke feelings of loneliness, depression, disappointment, frustration, and sorrow in Jesus's name and ask for your peace to go before you. Let us remember the example of Jesus making sure to attend social gatherings and developing many friendships during his life. ###, as a follower of Christ, you are called to be set apart. This means that even when you're surrounded by others, you may sometimes feel lonely because of your faith. The Bible encourages believers to come together regularly, and we should not give up this habit. We should encourage one another in the faith and spur one another on toward love and good deeds. Contemplate what you can do to improve our Christian relationships. God created us to fellowship and enjoy socializing. As ### considers your goal of developing new healthy relationships for the New Year, may any new potential courtship be for the specific purpose of seeking a godly spouse according to the principles in the Bible. Thus, remember, sex before marriage is impure. Do not be deceived concerning this topic. Consider the admonishments against it and the blessings of sanctification when a person avoids fornication and adultery. May people see a change in you that brings conversation to Christ and glory to God. Ultimately, let's remember to thank You, Father, for the ultimate gift, Jesus Christ.
Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. Thank You for loving me, Jesus. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. Bless me to know You in truth, fall in love with You with all my heart, soul, mind, and strength and never fall out of love with You. Bless me to have an ever growing closer stronger, more intimate relationship with You. Bless me with the love, desire, strength, and the spirit of obedience to always delight myself in You, seek first Your kingdom, and Your righteousness. Help and strengthen me God to always respect and obey You. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, acknowledge You in all my ways, and lean not to my own understanding. 
