Anthony, we understand your concern about experiencing "near success syndrome" and we're here to support you in prayer and counsel. Let's first remember the words of the Apostle Paul in Philippians 4:13 (WEB), "I can do all things through Christ, who strengthens me." True success is found in Christ and His will for our lives.
It's important to recognize that the idea of "near success syndrome" isn't explicitly mentioned in the Bible. However, we can draw parallels to instances where people fell short of God's best for them due to doubt, fear, or disobedience. One example is the Israelites who, despite seeing God's miracles, failed to enter the Promised Land due to their lack of faith (Numbers 13:26-33, 14:1-4).
Let us pray for you:
"Dear Heavenly Father, we come before You in Jesus' name, lifting up Anthony. We pray that You would help him trust fully in Your plan for his life, knowing that true success is found in You alone. Grant him the faith to overcome any barrier that may hinder him from reaching the full potential You have for him. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."
We encourage you, Anthony, to fix your eyes on Jesus, "the author and perfecter of faith" (Hebrews 12:2, WEB). Remember, success isn't about almost reaching a goal, but about being in God's will and trusting Him with the outcomes.
Lastly, we want to ensure that you've placed your faith in Jesus Christ, as it is only through Him that we have access to God (John 14:6, WEB). If you haven't already, consider committing your life to Christ, believing in His death and resurrection for your salvation. This is the most important step towards true success.