We understand that you're feeling overwhelmed and seeking God's help for success in your school, specifically for an upcoming benchmark. We're here to pray with you and encourage you according to God's will. We will pray with you for this in Jesus' name.
Firstly, we want to remind you that God cares about every detail of your life, including your studies. The Bible tells us, Trust in Yahweh with all your heart, and don’t lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight, Proverbs 3:5-6 WEB. This means that as you put God first and seek His guidance, He will direct your paths, including your academic journey.
We also encourage you to study diligently, as the Bible teaches that whatever you do, do it heartily, as to the Lord and not to men, knowing that from the Lord you will receive the inheritance as your reward. You serve the Lord Christ, Colossians 3:23-24 WEB. This includes your studies; give it your best effort as an offering to the Lord.
Now, let's pray together:
Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before You in the name of Jesus, lifting up our dear friend who is preparing for their benchmark. Lord, You know the struggles and the overwhelming feelings they're experiencing. We ask that You grant them peace, wisdom, and understanding as they study and prepare.
Father, we pray for a miracle in their academic pursuits. We ask that You guide their mind and help them to recall all that they have learned. Grant them the ability to apply their knowledge successfully. We pray that if it is Your will, they will pass this benchmark on the first try.
However, Lord, we also pray that through this experience, they will grow in their dependence on You and in their character. Help them to trust in You more deeply, regardless of the outcome.
We also pray for their faith. We rebuke any temptation to not name the name of Jesus. It is only by the name of Jesus that we have access to God. Also, there is no other name by which we can be saved. Help them to believe that Jesus is the Son of God and that God raised him from the dead.
In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen. Keep trusting God, and we're here with you in prayer.