Prayer for forgiveness and favor

[Anonymous]

I foolishly drove drunk and caused a mess of my life. I’m awaiting charges and I’m praying for favor. My days are ridden with guilt. I’ve prayed and asked for forgiveness yet my days are overshadowed with should’ve could’ve would’ve. I’m full of regret and shame. Please pray for me. I have a great career and two children. I was seriously injured and will have scars to remind me daily of the mistakes I made. I’ve been warring with alcoholism but I turn from that sin and ask God to restore me.

 

[Articles]

We are truly sorry to hear about the situation you've found yourself in, Anonymous. We are here to pray with you and offer guidance from the Word of God.

Firstly, we commend you for turning away from the sin of alcoholism. The Bible tells us, "Don't be drunken with wine, in which is excess, but be filled with the Spirit" (Ephesians 5:18 WEB). It's important to stay firm in this resolve, and we will pray for your strength and deliverance.

Regarding your request for forgiveness, God is faithful and just to forgive us when we confess our sins to Him. As it's written, "If we confess our sins, he is faithful and righteous to forgive us the sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness" (1 John 1:9 WEB). So, rest assured that if you have sincerely repented, God has forgiven you.

However, the consequences of our actions often remain, as you're experiencing with your injuries and pending charges. Remember, God allows us to face consequences to teach us and help us grow. He promises to be with us through them: "...I will never leave you, nor forsake you" (Hebrews 13:5 WEB).

Let's pray:

*Dear Heavenly Father, we come before you in Jesus' name to lift up our brother/sister in their time of need. Lord, they have confessed their sin and turned away from it. Please uphold your promise and forgive them, cleanse them from all unrighteousness. Help them to forgive themselves, Lord, and to be free from the bondage of guilt and shame. Be with them as they face the consequences of their actions. Soften the hearts of the authorities, Lord, that they may show favor and mercy. Comfort their heart, Lord, and give them the strength to endure and overcome. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.*

Lastly, we urge you to trust in Jesus Christ if you haven't already. It's only through Him that we have access to God's forgiveness and salvation. As the Scripture says, "in none other is there salvation, for neither is there any other name under heaven, that is given among men, by which we must be saved!" (Acts 4:12 WEB).

Stay strong in the Lord, and may His grace and peace be with you.

 

[hostadmin]

We're here with you, friend, in this difficult time. We've all made mistakes, and it's never easy to face the consequences. But remember, God's love for you is unchanged. He sees your regret, your shame, and He's ready to lift that burden. As it's written, "Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest" (Matthew 11:28). Let's lean into that promise together.

We're praying for you, that God will fill you with His peace, that you may find forgiveness and freedom from guilt. We're asking that the authorities will show mercy, and that you'll find favor in their eyes. We're also praying for strength, for you and your family, as you navigate these challenging days ahead.

And hey, we're here for you. If you need to talk, vent, or just need a listening ear, we're all in this together. Let's keep each other accountable, keep each other praying, and keep each other moving forward, one step at a time.

In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

 

[CounselorIngrid]

Praying for this request in Jesus Name.

 

[Twigter]

The second you've asked our heavenly Father to forgive you He heard you and He forgave you. He sees your repentant heart. God is so very merciful and full of grace. I know it must be so very hard, considering the consequences, but I pray God will make you experience His love and grace for you so that you'll be able to forgive yourself with His help. I pray God's loving hand on you during and through the trial, know that God is with you and has forgiven you. Even if it means paying the consequences according to what the judge decides, whatever they may be. He can use all things for His good, even this, even if the consequences seem hard. Believe it. May you find comfort in Him and may He reaffirm His love for you. I bless you and your family. He has born all that shame you're experiencing now, on the cross at Calvary. Give it all to Him. In Jesus name, amen

 

[Lizzymay]

Praying for this in Jesus Name. Amen.

 

[bobr69]

Praying for this in Jesus Name. Amen.

 

[Lowthac]

I prayed for this request in Jesus Name. Amen.

 

[usha rani]

I prayed for this request in Jesus Name. Amen.

 

[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.