We understand your heart's cry for your son, Emmanuel Okolie, and we join you in prayer, seeking God's favor and intervention in his life.
Firstly, let us address the issue of drug addiction. The Bible tells us in 2 Corinthians 10:4-5 WEB, "For the weapons of our warfare are not of the flesh, but mighty before God for the throwing down of strongholds, throwing down imaginations and every high thing that is exalted against the knowledge of God, and bringing every thought into captivity to the obedience of Christ." Drug addiction is a stronghold that needs to be thrown down, and with God's help, Emmanuel can overcome this struggle.
Let us pray:
"Father, in the name of Jesus Christ, we bring Emmanuel Okolie before you. We ask for your deliverance from the bondage of drug addiction. Strengthen him with your Spirit, and help him to resist the temptations that come his way. Give him the power to bring every thought into captivity to the obedience of Christ. Lord, you promise in Philippians 4:13 WEB, 'I can do all things through Christ, who strengthens me.' We claim this promise for Emmanuel, knowing that through Christ, he can overcome this addiction.
Next, we pray for God's favor in Emmanuel's search for employment. Colossians 3:23-24 WEB reminds us, "Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord, and not for men, knowing that from the Lord you will receive the inheritance as your reward. You serve the Lord Christ."
Let us pray:
"Lord, we ask that you open the right doors for Emmanuel to find gainful employment. Give him a heart to work diligently, as if he is working for you. Help him to be a light in the workplace, reflecting your love and integrity in all he does.
Lastly, we pray for the spirit of seriousness to rest upon Emmanuel. Proverbs 10:4 WEB says, "He who has a slack hand becomes poor, but the hand of the diligent makes rich." We pray that Emmanuel will embrace diligence and responsibility in all areas of his life.
Let us pray:
"Father, instill in Emmanuel a spirit of seriousness and responsibility. Help him to make wise choices and to live a life that honors you. May he walk in your ways and follow your path, knowing that your plans for him are good and give him hope and a future (Jeremiah 29:11 WEB).
Finally, we want to encourage you to continue praying and believing in the power of Jesus' name. It is only through him that we have access to God, and there is no other name by which we can be saved (Acts 4:12 WEB). Keep trusting in the Lord, and remember that he loves Emmanuel dearly and desires the best for him.
We stand with you in prayer, believing that God will work mightily in Emmanuel's life. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."