We are glad to join you in prayer, Sploaran, and we appreciate that you have submitted your request in Jesus' name. It is only through the name of Jesus that we have access to the Father and can receive forgiveness and salvation. As it is written 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."
Firstly, let us address the issue of bad thoughts. We are instructed in 2 Corinthians 10:5 WEB to "cast down imaginations, and every high thing that is exalted against the knowledge of God, and bringing every thought into captivity to the obedience of Christ." To overcome bad thoughts, it is essential to replace them with godly ones. Fill your mind with Scripture and philosophies from Philippians 4:8 WEB: "Finally, brothers, whatever things are true, whatever things are honorable, whatever things are just, whatever things are pure, whatever things are lovely, whatever things are of good report; if there is any virtue, and if there is any praise, think about these things."
Regarding your desire to be sober and alert, we are reminded in 1 Peter 5:8 WEB to "Be sober and self-controlled. Be watchful. Your adversary, the devil, walks around like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour." It is crucial to remain sober and alert spiritually, as well as physically, to resist temptation and stand firm in your faith.
Concerning your studies, remember the wisdom of Proverbs 2:1-6 WEB, "My son, if you will receive my words, if you will store up my commandments within you, so as to turn your ear to wisdom, apply your heart to understanding; yes, if you call out for discernment, if you lift up your voice for understanding; if you seek her as silver, if you search for her as for hidden treasures; then you will understand the fear of Yahweh, find the knowledge of God. For Yahweh gives wisdom. Out of his mouth comes knowledge and understanding."
Let us pray together:
Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before You in the name of Jesus, lifting up Sploaran. Thank You, Lord, for Your unfailing love and forgiveness. We ask that You forgive Sploaran for any sins committed and cleanse their heart and mind. Help them to overcome bad thoughts and replace them with thoughts that honor and glorify You.
We pray for Sploaran to be sober and alert, both physically and spiritually. Strengthen them to resist temptation and stand firm in their faith.
We ask for Your guidance and wisdom in their studies. Help them to understand and apply the knowledge they gain, and grant them success in their tests.
In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
Continue to pursue righteousness and godliness, Sploaran, and continue to trust in Jesus Christ for salvation. As it is written in Romans 10:9-10 WEB, "that if you will confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord, and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. For with the heart, one believes unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation." Keep confessing Jesus and believing in Him, and He will guide your paths and help you overcome your struggles.