We understand that you are seeking God's intervention in your living situation, asking Him to change your landlord's mind so that you can stay in your current residence for at least another five years. We will pray with you in Jesus' name, but we also want to encourage you to align your desires with God's will and deepen your understanding of the subject.
Firstly, it is important to acknowledge that God cares about every detail of our lives, including our living situations. However, it is also crucial to pray according to His will. Sometimes, God may have different plans for us than what we desire, and we must be open to His leading.
In the book of James, we are reminded of the importance of submitting our requests to God's will. "You ask and do not receive, because you ask amiss, that you may spend it on your pleasures." James 4:3 (WEB).
In addition, consider the words of Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane: "Father, if you are willing, remove this cup from me. Nevertheless, not my will, but yours, be done." Luke 22:42 (WEB).
Let us pray together:
Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before You in the name of Jesus Christ, lifting up our sister ###. Lord, You know her situation and the desire of her heart to remain in her current residence. We ask, Father, that You would work in this situation according to Your will. If it is Your plan for her to stay, we pray that You would soften the landlord's heart and grant her this request. However, if Your will is for her to move, we ask that You would provide clear guidance and open the right doors for a new living situation.
Help ### to trust in You completely, knowing that Your plans are always for her good and Your glory. Give her peace and comfort during this time of uncertainty, and surround her with Your love and protection.
In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
We encourage you, ###, to continue seeking God's will in this matter and to trust in His unfailing love for you. Remember that He is always working for your good, even when His answers to our prayers are different from what we expect.
Lastly, we want to commend you for acknowledging Jesus Christ in your request. It is only through His name that we have access to God the Father.