We join you in your heartfelt plea to be drawn closer to our Lord Jesus Christ. It is encouraging to see your desire to stay anchored in His word and your declaration of love for Him. Remember, Jesus Himself prayed for our unity with Him and the Father, as recorded in John 17:20-21 WEB: "Not for these only do I pray, but for those also who will believe in me through their word, that they may all be one; even as you, Father, are in me, and I in you, that they also may be one in us; that the world may believe that you sent me."
In times of trial, it is crucial to hold onto God’s promises and to let Him fight our battles for us. We can be in the world but not of it. We need to come out from among them. We are his children, the holy nation. Remember, the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, looking for someone to devour, but we must resist him, standing firm in our faith (1 Peter 5:8-9 WEB).
Let us pray together:
Dear Lord Jesus,
We come before You, lifting up our brother/sister in Christ who desires to be drawn closer to You. Lord, we ask that You strengthen their faith and keep them anchored in Your word. Give them the power to resist the devil's schemes and to stand firm in their faith. Remind them of Your unfailing love and the victory that is theirs in You.
In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
Continue to trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight (Proverbs 3:5-6 WEB). Stay strong in the faith, and remember that greater is He who is in you than he who is in the world (1 John 4:4 WEB).