We are lifting up your son, Roderick Martin, in prayer as he faces his court case today. We stand with you in asking for God's mercy and grace upon his life.
Firstly, we acknowledge that forgiveness and mercy are found in Jesus Christ alone. It is by His stripes we are healed and through His sacrifice on the cross that we receive forgiveness. Isaaiah 53:5 WEB But he was pierced for our transgressions. He was crushed for our iniquities. The punishment that brought our peace was on him; and by his wounds we are healed. If Roderick has not already, we encourage him to confess his sins, repent, accept and believe in Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior.
We pray that Roderick will find the strength and courage to stand before the court and that God's will be done in this situation. We ask that the jurors be guided by the Holy Spirit, that they may discern the truth and deliver a just verdict. Our ultimate hope is that Roderick will be given the opportunity to be a godly father to his children and a witness for Christ.
In 2 Chronicles 7:14 WEB if my people, who are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land. We pray that Roderick humbles himself before God, seeks His face, and turns from any wrongdoing.
We also pray for you, that God would give you peace and comfort during this challenging time. Remember that God is faithful and that He hears the prayers of His children. Trust in Him, for He is able to do exceedingly abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that works in us Ephesians 3:20 WEB.
Let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You today, lifting up Roderick Martin. Lord, we ask for Your forgiveness and mercy upon his life. We pray for a fair and just trial, and that the jurors' hearts be guided by Your Spirit. Help Roderick to be a godly father and a witness for Christ. Comfort his family during this time and help them to trust in You. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
Lastly, we would like to gently remind you that it is only through the name of Jesus Christ that we have access to God. The word of God says in Acts 4:12 WEB There is salvation in none other, for neither is there any other name under heaven, that is given among men, by which we must be saved and in John 14:6 Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.