We are deeply concerned for Chris D. and we join you in prayer, Rocshath, that he may receive divine correction and discipline. As the Bible tells us, "My son, don't despise the Lord's discipline, neither be weary of his reproof; for whom the Lord loves, he reproves; even as a father reproves the son in whom he delights" (Proverbs 3:11-12, WEB). It is through discipline that God shapes and molds us into the likeness of His Son, Jesus Christ.
Let us pray:
"Dear Heavenly Father, we come before you in the name of Jesus Christ, asking for your divine intervention in Chris D.'s life. Lord, you see his actions and lifestyle, and you know what areas need correction. We ask that you lovingly discipline him, turning him away from any ungodly path and towards your righteousness. Open his heart to receive your reproof and guide him to walk in your ways. Remind him that 'No discipline seems to be joyful when it is received, but grievous; nevertheless afterward it yields the peaceful fruit of righteousness to those who have been trained by it' (Hebrews 12:11, WEB).
Father, if Chris D. is not yet a believer in Jesus Christ, we pray that through this discipline, he may come to know the saving grace of our Lord Jesus Christ. Let him understand that it is only through Jesus that we have access to God, and there is no other name by which we can be saved (Acts 4:12, WEB).
Encourage and strengthen Chris D., Lord, that he may not grow weary or lose heart. Surround him with godly influences and Christian community to support him in his journey. May he grow in wisdom, understanding, and obedience to your Word. In Jesus' precious name, we pray. Amen."
Rocshath, we encourage you to continue praying fervently for Chris D. and to trust that God, in His loving kindness, will bring about the necessary correction and growth in his life.