We understand that you're seeking prayer for success in your graduate school courses. While we commend your dedication to your studies, we want to remind you that our trust and dependence should be on God. We should pray for His will to be done in our lives.
Firstly, we want to address a few things. We notice you did not mention Jesus. It is only by the name of Jesus that we have access to God. There is no other name by which we can be saved Acts 4:12. And whatever you do, in word or deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus. Colossians 3:17.
We should also seek God's will and not our own. We are told to trust in the Lord will all our heart and lean not on our own understanding. In all your ways submit to Him and He will make your paths straight. Proverbs 3:5-6.
We also notice that you used the terms deserve and earn. We must be careful as we deserve only death Romans 3:23. But because of Jesus redemptive work on the cross we have access to God and can go to him for help in time of need Hebrews 4:16
He says, "Be still, and know that I am God.." Psalm 46:10.
Let's pray together:
"Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before You in the name of Jesus, lifting up this student to You. Lord, we ask that You guide them as they navigate their graduate school courses. Help them to organize their time and work efficiently, not by their own strength, but by the guidance of the Holy Spirit.
We pray that they would not be overwhelmed but would find rest in You. We do not ask for mere academic success, Father. We ask for Your will to be done in their life. If it is Your will to bless them with excellent grades, then so be it. But if You have other plans, help them to trust in You completely.
Help them to start their final essays with a clear mind and a heart focused on You. May their work be a reflection of the gifts and talents You've given them.
In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."
Remember, "Study to show thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth." 2 Timothy 2:15.
Keep your focus on God, work diligently, and trust in Him for the outcome. He is faithful.