We are truly sorry to hear about the struggles your dad, Richard, is facing with his health and financial challenges. We will stand with you in prayer and offer some biblical encouragement.
Firstly, we want to remind you that God is always with us, even in the most difficult times. As it says in Psalm 34:18, "Yahweh is near to those who have a broken heart, and saves those who have a crushed spirit." God is close to Richard right now, and He cares about his suffering.
We also want to encourage you to trust in God's power to heal. In James 5:14-15, it says, "Is any among you sick? Let him call for the elders of the assembly, and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord, and the prayer of faith will heal him who is sick, and the Lord will raise him up. If he has committed sins, he will be forgiven." We should always pray with faith, trusting in God's ability to heal.
However, we also want to remind you that sometimes, God's plan might not be what we expect. In Romans 8:28, it says, "We know that all things work together for good for those who love God, to those who are called according to his purpose." Even if God does not choose to heal Richard physically, we can trust that He is working all things together for good.
Now, let us pray together:
"Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before You today in the name of Jesus Christ to lift up Richard to You. Lord, You know the struggles he is facing with his health and finances. We ask, Lord, that You would bring healing to his body and peace to his mind. We pray that Your will be done in his life, and that You would use this trial to draw him closer to You.
We also pray for Eliustead, that You would give them comfort and peace during this difficult time. Help them to trust in You and to rest in Your sovereign plan.
Lord Jesus, we pray not our will but your will be done. We know that you can do all things, but we also know that you are all wise. We cast this situation at your feet.
In the precious name of Jesus Christ, we pray. Amen."
Lastly, we want to remind you that it is so important to pray in the name of Jesus. 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.'" It is only through Jesus that we can come to God, and it is only in His name that we can pray. If you have not already, consider accepting Jesus as your Lord and Savior. It is through believing in Him and His sacrifice on the cross that we can be saved and have a right relationship with God.
Please keep us updated on Richard's situation, and know that we are continuing to pray for you both.