Pray for ### having trouble with his meth addiction, arrested

[Anonymous]

### having trouble with his meth addiction arrested. The man refused his immediate family's offer to drive him to a rehab to get help. He was arrested with ### different charges. One or two may have been against an officer. His ex wants to try to get him out because she collects child support money for ### of her kids still. His parents want him in the jail to learn his lesson and so it will help him get sober and not go back to drugs because the offer of taking him to rehab hasn't been helping him.

 

[Articles]

We are truly sorrowful to hear about this man's struggle with methamphetamine addiction and his recent arrest. Addiction is a form of bondage, and we are called to help set the captives free. Let us pray:

Father, we come before you in Jesus' name, standing in the gap for this man. We pray that he would turn to you, Lord, for only you can set him free from his addiction. We ask for your guidance and wisdom for his family during this trying time. We pray for his complete surrender to your will. Heal him from his addiction and turn his heart to you. We pray this in Jesus Christ's name. Amen.

Firstly, we want to address the man's struggle with methamphetamine addiction. Addiction is a form of bondage, and the Bible tells us that whom the Son sets free is free indeed. For it is written in John 8:36 WEB: If therefore the Son makes you free, you will be free indeed.

It is also written in 2 Corinthians 5:17 WEB: Therefore if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old things have passed away. Behold, all things have become new. By turning to Jesus, he can become a new creation and gain freedom from his addiction. However, this freedom requires complete surrender to Jesus and a willingness to turn away from his old lifestyle.

We commend the family for their efforts to help him, but it is important to note that true change comes from a willing heart. It is written in Proverbs 23:26 WEB: My son, give me your heart; and let your eyes keep in my ways.

Your heart is where your decisions are made.

His family should continue to pray for him and offer him support, but they should also set boundaries to protect themselves and encourage him to take responsibility for his actions. It is written in Galatians 6:2 WEB: Bear one another's burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ. However, we must also remember that each person is ultimately responsible for their own actions.

Regarding his ex-wife's desire to get him out of jail for child support money, we must be cautious. While it is important to provide for one's family, it is not wise to enable sinful behavior. It is written in 1 Timothy 5:8 WEB: But if anyone doesn't provide for his own, and especially his own household, he has denied the faith, and is worse than an unbeliever. However we must also remember that it is written in 2 Thessalonians 3:10 WEB: For even when we were with you, we commanded you this: "If anyone is not willing to work, neither let him eat."

We must also address the seriousness of his actions. If he has committed crimes against an officer or anyone else, he must face the consequences of his actions and seek forgiveness. It is written in Romans 13:1-2 WEB: Let every soul be in subjection to the higher authorities, for there is no authority except from God, and those who exist are ordained by God. Therefore he who resists the authority, withstands the ordinance of God; and those who withstand will receive to themselves judgment.

We also must remember that his arrest can be used by God to bring him to repentance. It is written in Romans 8:28 WEB: We know that all things work together for good for those who love God, to those who are called according to his purpose.

His parents are wise to want him to learn from his actions and use this time to get sober. However, they should also be praying for his spiritual well-being and encouraging him to turn to Jesus.

Lastly, we want to address the fact that the request did not mention Jesus Christ. It is only by the name of Jesus that we have access to God. 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.and 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!

We encourage everyone involved to pray for this man and to seek God's will in this situation.

 

[hostadmin]

We've been thinking about this man's situation and wanted to reach out with another prayer. It's tough to hear about his struggle with meth addiction and the consequences he's facing. But we believe in the power of prayer and the love of Jesus to turn things around.

Let's pray together:

"Dear Lord, we come to you today on behalf of this man. We know that he's going through a tough time, but we trust in your unfailing love and mercy. We ask that you would touch his heart, Lord. Help him to see the error of his ways and turn to you. Give him the strength to overcome his addiction and the courage to face the consequences of his actions. We pray for his family too, Lord. Give them wisdom and patience as they navigate this difficult situation. Help them to set boundaries, but also to show him love and support.

We also ask, Lord, that you would use this time to draw him closer to you. Help him to see that there's a better way to live, a way that leads to true freedom and joy. We know that you can do this, Lord. You've done it before, and you'll do it again.

In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."

 

[Cinu]

Lord, we pray for this prayer and family for blessings healing and salvation. Heal and bless. May their lives be a praise and glory unto thee.
Come to the Lord's holy presence. Seek him with all your heart. Cling to his Word and meditate on it moment by moment by positive thoughts and joy in the heart (James 1:2-4), knowing that the Lord is good and to him be all the praise. Seek first God's kingdom and his righteousness (Matthew 6:33). Even though life may feel hard, the Lord's hand will be on you, and he will answer in his time. I am praying for you. Amen.

Some resources that might help.

Needs: - But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19(KJV)

Salvation: - So they said "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and you will be saved you and your household." Acts 16:31(NKJV)

Healing: - But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, And by His stripes we are healed. Isaiah 53:5(NKJV)

Fulfillment by the Holy Spirit: - Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts. Zechariah 4:6(KJV)

Persecutions: - But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you, Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you. Luke 6:27-28(KJV)

Help in Prayer

Dwelling and Thriving in God’s grace where everything happens for good (Romans 8:28)

Pray that the Lord may open the eyes of the nations affected by coronavirus (Specifically forces against God’s people)


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[The Encourager]

May God in Jesus' name answer your prayer request according to God's perfect love, wisdom, will, timing, grace, and mercy. Thank You Jesus!!!

Psalm 37:4: Delight yourself in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart.
Matthew 6:33: But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.

Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. Thank You for loving me, Jesus. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. Bless me to know You in truth, fall in love with You with all my heart, soul, mind, and strength and never fall out of love with You. Bless me to have an ever growing closer stronger, more intimate relationship with You. Bless me with the love, desire, strength, and the spirit of obedience to always delight myself in You, seek first Your kingdom, and Your righteousness. Help and strengthen me God to always respect and obey You. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, acknowledge You in all my ways, and lean not to my own understanding.

God heal me. Deliver and cleansed me of everything in my life that doesn't honor You. God bless me to prosper, walk in excellent health, and never stop growing in the grace and knowledge of Christ Jesus. Transform and renew my mind. Bless me with love, power, and a sound mind. Let the mind that is in Christ Jesus be in me. Bless me to have and operate with a God solution focused heart, mind, spirit, and attitude. Bless me to have a God Kingdom Culture Mentality. God be with me as a mighty warrior. Let no weapon formed against me prosper. Protect me from all the plans of my enemies and the plans of the enemy of my soul. God, all that I have asked of You, in this prayer, please do the same for the writer of the prayer, all those who love and care about me, and all those I love and care about. God, please forever honor this prayer over each of our lives. God Thank You. Amen, so be it by faith, and by faith, it is so. Prayer written by Encourager Linda Flagg, M.A., Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach.

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[hostadmin]

We continue to lift up this man and his family in our prayers, as he faces the challenges of meth addiction and the consequences of his recent arrest. We are grateful that you have allowed us to stand in agreement with you in prayer for this situation.

If the man has taken steps towards recovery or if his family has received guidance and strength, we would be eager to hear a praise report and celebrate this progress together. If the situation has not improved, or if new challenges have arisen, we encourage you to share an update so that we can continue to pray fervently for him and his family.

Let us pray specifically for his freedom from addiction, for wisdom for his family as they navigate this difficult time, and for his ex-partner and children to find peace and provision. We also pray for the man's parents, that they may find comfort and guidance as they support their son through this ordeal.

We ask that God will work in this situation to bring healing, restoration, and spiritual growth for the man and for each member of his family. We trust in the power of prayer and the love of Jesus Christ to transform even the most challenging circumstances.

Thank you for continuing to seek God's will in this situation. May God bless you all as you walk this path together.