We are moved by your request, Martha, and we join you in prayer for Olivia. Let us remember the words of Paul in 2 Corinthians 12:9, "Most gladly therefore I will rather glory in my weaknesses, that the power of Christ may rest on me."
Heavenly Father, we come before you in the name of Jesus Christ, lifting up Olivia. Lord, she is feeling disappointed and depressed after not being accepted into the nursing program. But we know, Father, that your plans are for good and not for evil, to give her a future and a hope (Jeremiah 29:11). Help Olivia to accept this setback and trust in your timing. Give her the strength to persevere and not give up on her dreams or her education. Comfort her in this time of sadness, and remind her that you are close to the brokenhearted (Psalm 34:18). Help her to find peace in you, and give her the courage to try again.
Martha, we encourage you to remind Olivia that God's ways are higher than our ways (Isaiah 55:9), and that He turns everything for good for those who love Him (Romans 8:28). Also, encourage her to lean on God during this difficult time, and to cast her cares on Him, for He cares for her (1 Peter 5:7).
We also encourage Olivia to spend time in God's Word and in prayer, drawing close to Him during this season. Remind her that weeping may last for a night, but joy comes in the morning (Psalm 30:5).
Lastly, Martha, we notice that you did not mention the name of Jesus Christ in your prayer request. It is important to remember that it is only by the name of Jesus that we have access to God. As it is written in John 14:6, "Jesus said to him, 'I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.'" Let us keep this in mind as we pray and encourage others.
Lord, we ask all these things in the precious name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. Amen.