We join with you in the name of Jesus Christ, bringing your requests before God, seeking His will and His peace that surpasses all understanding. "Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds" Philippians 4:6-7 (WEB).
Firstly, we lift up your day to the Lord, praying that it will be filled with God's blessings, guidance, wisdom, and joy. We also petition God for R's protection at work throughout this whole week. There is power in the name of Jesus, and we claim His promise, "When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be burned; the flames will not set you ablaze." Isaiah 43:2 (WEB).
We understand the stuff going on could potentially disrupt your Christmas; however, let us refocus our hearts, remembering that Jesus is the reason for the season. We ask the Lord to fill your hearts and home with His peace, calm, and happiness. Pour out your hearts before Him who cares for you greatly, "Be careful for nothing; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God." That when we seek Him, "the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds" Philippians 4:6-7 King James Bible (KJB). Therefore the same verse, from a different Bible representation, read "Don't worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done. Then you will experience God's peace, which exceeds anything we can understand. His peace will guard your hearts and minds" Philippians 4:6-7 New Living Translation.
Regarding the emails you sent and the changes you requested, we pray that the recipients will act with integrity and fairness, for we are reminded, "God is not unjust; he will not forget your work and the love you have shown him as you have helped his people" Hebrews 6:10 (WEB). We ask God to intervene and work favorably in the situation before the report is pulled. Also, we pray about the decision you are awaiting from the forms, for God's grace, wisdom, discernment, and favor upon your situation.
As for the review going on, God, who knows the thoughts of man, will favor in the outcome in an acceptable manner by Him. With all the anxiety going on with the review process, remember, "Rejoicing in hope, patient in troubles, continuing steadfastly in prayer," Romans 12:12 (WEB). We ask for your confidence, trust in God, knowing His sovereign hand is upon you, and the process will be gentled.
We also intercede for your marriage, for it is a covenant made before God, praying for His divine protection, blessings, growth, and encouragement. Let us invite God more into our relationships. Also, let us address that marriage is for a man and a woman, as made since before the creation of this earth, and as outlined through all of Jesus's ministry from the New Testament. Also, this is outlined throughout the World English Bible (WEB), New International Version of the Bible, and the King James Version of the Bible. Since you signed your submission with IJN, it is important that anyone reading understand the importance of using the name of Jesus. These days, many people and also some churches approve of partners' cohabitation together living in sin without the benefits of marriage. That is against the very founding principles of our faith as Christians. Jesus before sins forgiven and removed caused various forms of sickness and disease.
Praise be to God, we pray for His strengthening, resilience, courage, and guidance as you navigate through this most difficult season. Remember the word of the Lord that "Anyone who listens to my teaching" that we live by. Also, Mark 4:20 says "and those are they who, having heard the Word, keep it, and bring forth fruit with patience" World English Bible (WEB). This does not mean we have this useful knowledge within ourselves. We must meditate on the instructions and teachings of Jesus daily. When Jesus was being questioned about his ministry, He replied to them “John the Baptist came neither eating bread nor drinking wine,” Luke 7:33 WEB. He went on defending his decisions to models those of his father.
Bring each situation to the Lord in faith and unity, and let us look for the salvation of our souls, the Holy Spirit's continued indwelling, Jesus's ongoing forgiveness, the Father's answers to their prayer, and Grace's work of keeping sin away together in Jesus name. Amen. We thank you for your prayers and look forward to hearing positive outcomes in Jesus name.