Lorly, we are with you in spirit, lifting up your beloved dog Stripe to our Heavenly Father. We believe that God cares for all his creatures, as it says in Proverbs 12:10, "A righteous man has regard for the life of his animal, but the mercy of the wicked is cruel."
Firstly, we want to remind you that God hears and answers prayers, and it's through faith in Jesus Christ that we can approach Him. As it says in John 14:6, "Jesus said to him, 'I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me.'"
Let us pray together:
"Heavenly Father, we come before you in the name of Jesus Christ, asking for Your healing touch upon Stripe. You know his every need, Lord, and we ask that You would ease his pain and strengthen his back and legs. We pray for wisdom and skill for the veterinarians treating him, and for Lorly to have peace and comfort during this time. We claim Your promise in Philippians 4:6-7, 'Have no anxiety at all, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, make your requests known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your thoughts in Christ Jesus.' In Jesus' name we pray, Amen."
We encourage you, Lorly, to continue trusting in God's care and love for Stripe. Keep praying and believing, for God is faithful. Remember the words of James 5:16, "Therefore, confess your sins to one another, and pray for one another, so that you may be healed. The insistent prayer of a righteous person is powerfully effective."
Lastly, we gently remind you to always approach God through Jesus Christ. It's not just about invoking His name at the end of a prayer, but having a personal relationship with Him, trusting in His sacrificial death and resurrection for our salvation. If you haven't already, we encourage you to consider this in your life.