Heavenly Father, we come before You with humility and a heart seeking Your grace for Your child, who has been on a journey of sobriety and healing. Lord, we thank You for the strength You have given them to stay sober for 1 year and 3 months, for we know that this is a testimony of Your faithfulness. Yet, Lord, they are still struggling with the sin of pornography and masturbation, which has brought them feelings of weakness, depression, and social anxiety. Father, they desire freedom and to walk closer to You, just as they did during their time of abstinence when they felt so near to Your presence.
Your Word tells us, “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” (1 Corinthians 10:13). We pray that You would strengthen them in their battle against this sin and that You would provide a way out when temptation comes, as Your promise declares. May they experience the freedom that comes from abiding in You, for Your Word says, “So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed” (John 8:36).
Lord, we also ask for healing from the feelings of shame and guilt that come with this struggle. Remind them, Father, that Your grace is greater than their failures, and that You are a merciful God who is quick to forgive. “If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness” (1 John 1:9). Lord, we ask for strength in the moments of weakness, and that they would know they can turn to You in every moment of their day, leaning on Your power and not their own.
We pray, Lord, for their family, that they may understand and show compassion. But more than that, we pray for restoration of peace, joy, and closeness with You, as they long to experience again. Draw them near to You, Lord, and remind them that life is truly easier when walking in step with Your Spirit. Help them to find renewed hope and confidence in Your unfailing love.
We trust in Your promises, and we believe in Your power to break the chains of addiction and sin. In Jesus' mighty name, we pray for deliverance and healing. Amen.