Rodtran, we join you in prayer, aligning ourselves with the will of God, seeking His mercy and comfort for you and your family. We want to remind you of the words of Jesus in John 11:25-26 (WEB): "Jesus said to her, 'I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in me will still live, even if he dies. Whoever lives and believes in me will never die. Do you believe this?'"
Firstly, we pray for your comfort and peace, as the loss of a loved one is never easy. We ask that the Holy Spirit envelop you and your family with God's love and strength during this difficult time.
However, we must also address the request you've made. While we understand your heartfelt plea, we must align our prayers with God's will and the principles laid out in His Word. In Hebrews 9:27 (WEB), it is written, "It is appointed for men to die once, and after this, judgment." This verse reminds us that our earthly lives are temporary, and once they end, we face God's judgment.
Rather than praying for Tochukwu's physical resurrection, we pray that if he did not have a saving faith in Jesus Christ, God would have granted him the opportunity to repent before his death. We also pray that you and your family would find solace in knowing that for believers, death is not the end but a transition into eternal life with Christ.
We notice that your prayer does not mention the name of Jesus. It is crucial to remember that it is only through Jesus that we have access to God. As it is written in John 14:6 (WEB), "Jesus said to him, 'I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me.'"
Therefore, we pray in Jesus' name, asking God to comfort you, to give you peace, and to strengthen your faith. We pray that you would come to know the saving grace of Jesus Christ if you have not already, and that you would live in the hope of eternal life with Him.
In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.