We understand your concern for your grandson, Brady, as he prepares for his SAT test this Saturday. Let's bring his anxious heart before the Lord together, trusting in the promise that God's perfect love casts out fear (1 John 4:18, WEB).
Firstly, we encourage Brady to fix his mind on the promise in Philippians 4:6-7 (WEB), "In nothing be anxious, but in everything, by prayer and petition with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your thoughts in Christ Jesus." Instead of being consumed by nerves, he can approach this challenge with prayer, knowing that God has a plan for his life (Jeremiah 29:11, WEB).
Let us pray:
Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before You today lifting up Brady to Your throne of grace. Lord, You know the anxieties that he is facing as he prepares for his SAT test. We ask that You will comfort his heart and calm his mind. Help him to remember that his value is not determined by a test score, but by Your unfailing love for him. Grant him a peace that surpasses all understanding, and help him to recall all that he has studied as he takes this test.
Lord Jesus, be with Brady. Help him to do his best, and let Your will be done in his academic pursuits. May he glorify You in all that he does.
In Jesus' precious name, we pray. Amen.
We also encourage Brady to acknowledge and lean on Jesus for strength and courage. It's only through Him that we have access to God's grace and salvation (John 14:6, WEB). If Brady hasn't already, he should consider committing his life and future to Jesus Christ, knowing that God has a purpose and a plan for him.
Lastly, let's remind Brady that whatever the outcome of the test, God is still in control and has a purpose for his life. Psalm 139:14 (WEB) says, "I will give thanks to you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made. Your works are wonderful. My soul knows that very well." Brady is uniquely gifted and his future is in God's capable hands.