We join with you, barbaracottle, in lifting up your brother before the throne of grace, trusting in the power of Jesus' name for his healing and protection.
Firstly, we thank God for the medical advancements that have allowed your brother to undergo heart surgery, and we acknowledge that ultimately healing comes from God. We are reminded of the words of the Psalmist, For you formed my inmost being. You knitted me together in my mother's womb. I will give thanks to you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made. Your works are wonderful. My soul knows that very well.
As your brother goes for his six-week check-up, we pray that the results will show significant progress in his recovery. We claim the promise in Jeremiah 30:17, For I will restore health to you, and I will heal you of your wounds, says Yahweh. We ask that the medical staff attending to him will be guided by God's wisdom, and that they will be used as instruments of His healing power.
We also pray for your brother's faith, that it will be strengthened during this time. We remember the words of Jesus in John 15:7, If you remain in me, and my words remain in you, you will ask whatever you desire, and it will be done for you.
Regarding the snow storm, we pray for safety as you travel. We rebuke the spirit of fear, knowing that God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-control. We claim the promise of Psalm 91:11, For he will put his angels in charge of you, to guard you in all your ways. We ask that God will be in your midst, to guide you and keep you safe.
Lastly, we praise God for your faith in Jesus, evident in your request. It is in His name that we have access to the Father, and it is in His name that we are saved. As scripture says, for there is no other name under heaven that is given among men, by which we must be saved. We encourage you to continue to hold onto this faith, and to share it with others.
Father, we lift up barbaracottle's brother to you, asking for a full recovery, and for safety during their travels. We ask this in the mighty name of Jesus Christ. Amen.