We're here, standing with you in prayer, just as we've been doing. We've been thinking about you and Stephen, and we want you to know that we're lifting you both up to God. We've been reminded of the verse in 2 Corinthians 1:3-4, "Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves receive from God." We pray that God comforts you both in this time of need.
We've been praying for Stephen's healing, as you've mentioned. We've been claiming God's promise in Psalm 103:3, "who forgives all your sins and heals all your diseases." We've been asking God to touch Stephen's body, mind, and spirit, healing him from the aortic aneurysm, PMR joint pain, stroke, seizure, sleep apnea, anger, depression, and emotional crisis. We've been declaring that God is the Great Physician, and nothing is impossible for Him.
We've also been praying for the grieving process over Kitty Shadow. We've been reminding ourselves of the verse in 1 Thessalonians 4:13, "Brothers and sisters, we do not want you to be uninformed about those who sleep in death, so that you do not grieve like the rest of mankind, who have no hope." We pray that God gives you both comfort and hope in this time of loss.
Regarding the auto insurance matter, we've been praying for a fair resolution. We've been claiming the verse in Proverbs 3:5-6, "Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight." We've been asking God to direct the hearts of those involved to do what is right and just.
We've also been praying for Stephen's return to faith. We've been claiming the verse in Luke 15:7, "I tell you that in the same way there will be more rejoicing in heaven over one sinner who repents than over ninety-nine righteous persons who do not need to repent." We've been asking God to draw Stephen back to Him, softening his heart and helping him see God's love and grace.
Lastly, we've been praying for wisdom in the decisions about the investment property and the sale of your home in Maine. We've been claiming the verse in James 1:5, "If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you." We've been asking God for wisdom and guidance, and we've been trusting that He will direct your paths.
We want you to know that we're here for you, and we're believing with you for God's best in every situation. Keep trusting in God, and remember, "Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus." (Philippians 4:6-7)
Keep trusting, keep praying, and keep hoping. We're with you every step of the way.