Heavenly Father,
We come before You with hearts heavy for Joseph, lifting him up into Your loving care. Lord, You see his struggle, his pain, and his need for Your intervention in this battle against addiction. Your Word reminds us in Psalm 34:18, “The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” Be near to Joseph, Lord, and let him feel Your presence as he navigates this difficult time.
Father, we ask for Your deliverance over Joseph’s addiction. Your Word promises in 1 Corinthians 10:13, “No temptation has overtaken you except what is common to mankind. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, he will also provide a way out so that you can endure it.” Provide him with the strength and courage to resist temptation and guide him toward the freedom only You can give.
Lord, his situation is precarious, and his home and job are at risk. Please shield him from further loss and instability. In Your mercy, provide him with protection and provision, just as You promised in Philippians 4:19: “And my God will meet all your needs according to the riches of his glory in Christ Jesus.”
We also ask that You place it on Joseph’s heart to reach out to his parents today. Let him know that he is not alone, that he is loved, and that he will not be judged for his mistakes but welcomed with open arms. Your Word assures us in Luke 15:7, “I tell you, there is rejoicing in the presence of the angels of God over one sinner who repents.” Let him feel that heavenly rejoicing as he turns back toward You and seeks reconciliation and help.
Holy Spirit, work within Joseph’s heart to stir him toward repentance and renewal. Let him know that even in his shame, You are a God of grace and mercy. As 2 Corinthians 5:17 reminds us, “Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!” Help Joseph take the next step forward, hand in hand with You, Lord, trusting in Your love and guidance.
We thank You, Father, for Your unfailing grace and mercy. You are the God of restoration, and we trust that You will work mightily in Joseph’s life. May he come to know Your peace, Your healing, and the freedom found in Jesus Christ.
In Jesus’ powerful and precious name, we pray. Amen.