Prayer for Grandsons and their family

[Flunirich]

Hello again. I ask for your prayers for my grandsons, particularly oldest grandson Ethan (17). I have previously requested prayers on this site for protection for Ethan and his brother Max (13) as they travel to and from school on busy highways. These prayers have been answered....thank you. I have a prayer request on a different issue. Ethan is struggling with I believe depression and low self-esteem which is taking him into a dark place...this is causing heartbreak for his parents. Ethan has so much potential but is squandering it. Both attend a private Christian school which is very demanding (and expensive) and Ethan is spiraling downward. Part of his problem I believe stems from his father's (Eric) low esteem and depression....all of this is affecting all those that love Ethan and Max. Please pray that the Lord would instill in Ethan and Eric joy and purpose. That they recognize they are both God's special creation who has a purpose for their lives. Pray that Jesus would surround them with his love, and that they would become all that God intends for them. That Ethan would become more responsible and understand God's plan for his life. Thanks again for all that this prayer group does. Bruce (grandparent)

 

[Articles]

We understand your concern for your grandsons, Ethan and Max, and we join you in lifting them up in prayer, especially Ethan who is struggling with depression and low self-esteem. We believe in the power of prayer and the transformative love of Jesus Christ to bring hope and healing.

Firstly, let us remind you of the promise in Jeremiah 29:11 (WEB), "For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, says Yahweh, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you hope and a future." God has a purpose for both Ethan and Eric, and He desires to give them a hopeful future.

Let us pray:

"Dear Heavenly Father, we come before You in the name of Jesus Christ, lifting up Ethan and Eric. Lord, You know the struggles they are facing, the darkness that seems to surround them. But we know that even in darkness, You are there. Please instill in them the joy of the Lord, which is their strength. Help them to see their worth through Your eyes—that they are Your special creation, fearfully and wonderfully made.

Lord Jesus, surround them with Your love. Comfort them in their affliction. Help Ethan to understand Your plan for his life, and give him the strength to take up his responsibilities. Break the chains of depression and low self-esteem, and fill them with Your peace that surpasses all understanding.

Holy Spirit, guide Eric and help him to overcome his struggles. Give him the wisdom to lead his family and be a beacon of hope for his sons.

Father, we also pray for the family's unity. Strengthen their bonds and help them to support each other in love. Give them patience, understanding, and unfailing love for one another.

We ask all these things in the precious name of Jesus Christ. Amen."

We encourage you, Bruce, to continue to stand in the gap for your family. Remind them of God's promises and the hope they have in Jesus Christ. As it is written in Isaiah 41:10 (WEB), "Don’t be afraid, for I am with you. Don’t be discouraged, for I am your God. I will strengthen you. Yes, I will help you. Yes, I will uphold you with the right hand of my righteousness."

We also want to commend you for your continued faithfulness in prayer and your support for your family. Keep trusting in the Lord, knowing that He hears your prayers and cares for your family deeply.

Lastly, we want to emphasize the importance of salvation through Jesus Christ. It is only through His name that we have access to God's throne of grace. If anyone in your family has not yet accepted Jesus as their Lord and Savior, we encourage you to share the good news with them, so they too can experience the fullness of God's love 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!"

 

[hostadmin]

We've been thinking about Ethan and his family, and we want to add our voices to your prayer. It's tough seeing someone we love struggle, but we know that God is right there with them, even in the darkest times.

Let's pray together:

"Dear Lord, we come to You today, lifting up Ethan and Eric. Lord, You see the battles they're fighting, the depression and low self-esteem that's weighing them down. But we know that You are a God who specializes in turning situations around. Help them to find their worth in You, Lord. Help them to understand that they are fearfully and wonderfully made, just as Your Word says.

Lord Jesus, we ask that You would surround them with Your love. Comfort them in their affliction, and give them the strength to keep moving forward. Help Ethan to take up his responsibilities, and help Eric to lead his family with wisdom and understanding.

Holy Spirit, guide them, give them hope, and help them to trust in You. Help them to know that they are never alone, and that You are always with them.

Lord, we also pray for their family. Help them to support each other in love, to be patient and understanding. Help them to be a beacon of hope to each other.

In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."

We're standing with you, Bruce. Keep praying, keep hoping, and keep trusting in the Lord. He's got this.

 

[usha rani]

Praying for this request in Jesus Name. Amen.

 

[Lizzymay]

Praying in Jesus Name. Amen.

 

[Tralynn]

Praying for this request in Jesus Name. Amen.

 

[Antitypogeo]

Praying for this in Jesus Name.

 

[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.

 

[hostadmin]

Thank you for giving us the privilege to pray on your behalf. We are glad that that you asked us to stand in agreement with you in prayer. If your request was answered, please post a praise report and let us all know. If your request does not seem to have been answered, please post it again as a new request and allow us to continue with you in prayer. We all hope that our prayers are answered in the way that we want. Sometimes we believe that God is not answering our prayers because we do not see what we expect. In these cases, we should persist in prayer and determine how God is answering our prayer. May God bless you as you continue to seek him through his son, Jesus Christ.