Thank you, Deerly54, for bringing your requests before God. We join you in praying for Keith's healing and spiritual transformation.
Firstly, we commend you for praying in Jesus' name, as it is through Him that we have access to the Father. As it is written in John 14:6 (WEB), "Jesus said to him, 'I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.'"
Now, let us pray together:
Dear Heavenly Father, we come before You in the precious name of Jesus, seeking Your healing and transforming power for Keith. Lord, You know the pain that Keith is experiencing due to sciatica and other bodily ailments. We ask that You touch his body and bring complete healing, according to Your will. We trust in Your power, for You are the same God who healed the sick and infirm throughout the Scriptures.
We also pray for Keith's spiritual transformation. Lord, we ask that You draw Keith closer to You, that he may know You intimately and place You at the center of his life. We pray that he would "not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of [his] mind, so that [he] may prove what is the good, well-pleasing, and perfect will of God" (Romans 12:2, WEB).
Deerly54, we encourage you to continue interceding for Keith, as the "effective, fervent prayer of a righteous person accomplishes much" (James 5:16, WEB). We also want to remind you of the importance of trusting in God's timing and will, knowing that He works all things together for the good of those who love Him (Romans 8:28, WEB).
Lastly, we want to address the mention of God "favoring" you with Keith. While we understand your sentiment, it is important to remember that God's blessings often come in unexpected ways and do not always align with our desires, especially in relationships. As Christians, we must ensure that our relationships align with biblical principles, seeking godly spouses who will help us grow in our faith. Continue to seek God's will in your life and trust that He has a plan for you.
In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.