We understand your heartache, Aeliedale, and we join you in praying for Phillip and his family. It's important to remember that God desires for all to be saved and come to the knowledge of the truth (1 Timothy 2:3-4, WEB).
Let's pray together:
Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before You today, lifting up Phillip and his family. We ask, Lord, that You would work in Phillip's heart and draw him back to You and his family. We pray that the Holy Spirit would convict him and guide him back home.
We know from the story of the Prodigal Son in Luke 15:11-32 WEB that there is joy in the presence of the angels of God over one sinner who repents and turns back to Him. In Jesus' name, we claim that Phillip will have a change of heart and return to his family and to You, Lord.
We also pray for Aeliedale and the children, that You would fill them with Your peace that passes all understanding (Philippians 4:7, WEB) and strengthen them in this time of waiting. We ask that You would surround them with Your love and provision.
We pray these things by the name of Jesus Christ.
Aeliedale, continue to trust in the Lord and lean on Him during this time. Remember that God is faithful and that He hears your prayers. Encourage your children to pray for their father as well, teaching them to trust in the Lord in all circumstances.
Be strong and courageous, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go (Joshua 1:9, WEB). Keep your hope in Him, and He will sustain you.