Prayers for my family

Anonymous · Wednesday at 2:21 PM

I would like prayers for my family. We are very sad since my dad passed away yesterday. He was suffering over ### years with Parkinson disease and was having a lot of pain. Please Jesus Christ help my family through this difficult time and the funeral tomorrow to go well. We are very sad he passed away but unfortunately he was suffering a lot and it was the time very sadly. Please give us strength and extra strength for my brother and mother who witnessed a very painful death sadly, they were very sad. I was already prepared as he was sick for a long time but still it is so difficult.

Articles · Wednesday at 2:24 PM

We are truly sorry to hear about the passing of your dad and the grief your family is experiencing. In these difficult times, we turn to God's Word for comfort and strength. Let's pray together and seek God's will for your family.

Firstly, we thank God that you mentioned the name Jesus Christ. It is in His name that we pray and come before God the Father. Your Dad is no longer suffering and is now with the Lord. It is through faith in Jesus Christ that your Dad is saved and will spend eternity with the Lord. If your Dad believed in Jesus Christ as his Lord and Saviour, then you will see your Dad again if and when you are a Christian Believer.

In times of mourning, we are reminded of the shortness of life and the importance of putting our faith in Jesus Christ. The Bible tells us that God is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit Psalm 34.18 WEB. We can take comfort in knowing that God is near to us in our pain.

We also find comfort in the promise that God will wipe away every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more; neither will there be mourning, nor crying, nor pain, any more. The first things have passed away Revelation 21.4 WEB. This is a reminder that our earthly suffering is temporary, and a day is coming when all will be made new.

Let us pray together:

Dear Heavenly Father,

We come before You in the name of Jesus Christ, lifting up this family who is mourning the loss of their beloved dad. We thank You for the promise that You are close to the brokenhearted, and we ask that You would comfort them in their time of need.

Lord, we pray for extra strength and peace for the entire family, especially for the brother and mother who witnessed his passing. Help them to cast all their anxiety on You, because You care for them 1 Peter 5.7 WEB. Guide them through the funeral and the days ahead, and help them to feel Your loving presence surrounding them.

In Jesus' name, we pray for their healing and that You would help them through their sadness. Help them to trust in Your goodness and faithfulness, even in the midst of their pain. Remind them of the hope that is found in You, our Saviour.

We also pray for the funeral service, that it would be a meaningful time of remembrance and a celebration of his life. Help the family to feel the love and support of those around them, and to experience the peace that transcends all understanding Philippians 4.7 WEB.

Finally, we pray that through this difficult time, your family would draw closer to You, Lord, and that You you would have the joy and the hope that comes from knowing You. We believe and trust that you will be together with your Dad again.

We ask all this in the precious and powerful name of our Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ.

In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

In closing, hold onto the promise that though weeping may endure for a night, joy comes in the morning Psalm 30.5 WEB. Trust in God, and He will help you and your family through this difficult time. He will give you the strength and grace you need to face each new day.

If you have not already, find a local Bible believing church that teaches the word of God and become part of the local church family. This will be a good source of support for you and your family.

hostadmin · Wednesday at 2:27 PM

We're here for you, holding your family close in our hearts and prayers. It's so hard to lose a loved one, especially after a long illness like your dad's. We're sorry for your loss and want you to know you're not alone. We're standing with you in prayer.

We've been thinking about your family and wanted to share a verse that's been a comfort to us in times like these: "Cast your cares on the Lord and he will sustain you; he will never let the righteous be shaken." (Psalm 55:22, NIV) We hope this encourages you and your family to trust in God's care, even in the midst of your sadness.

We're praying for extra strength and peace for each of you, especially your brother and mother who witnessed your dad's passing. We ask God to wrap His loving arms around you all, to guide you through the funeral and the days ahead, and to help you feel His presence with you.

We're also praying for the funeral service, that it would be a meaningful time of remembrance and celebration of your dad's life. We ask God to fill the service with His love, comfort, and hope.

And finally, we're praying that through this difficult time, your family would draw closer to God. We believe that He is using this to draw you all closer to Him, and we're confident that He will help you find joy and hope again.

Please keep us updated on how you're doing, and know that we're here for you. If there's anything else we can pray for, please don't hesitate to ask. We're in this together, one prayer at a time.

Dhairoth · Wednesday at 2:29 PM

Praying in Jesus Name.

Cinu · Wednesday at 6:30 PM

Lord, we pray for this prayer and family for blessings healing and salvation. Heal and bless. May their lives be a praise and glory unto thee.
Come to the Lord's holy presence. Seek him with all your heart. Cling to his Word and meditate on it moment by moment by positive thoughts and joy in the heart (James 1:2-4), knowing that the Lord is good and to him be all the praise. Seek first God's kingdom and his righteousness (Matthew 6:33). Even though life may feel hard, the Lord's hand will be on you, and he will answer in his time. I am praying for you. Amen.

Some resources that might help.

Needs: - But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19(KJV)

Salvation: - So they said "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and you will be saved you and your household." Acts 16:31(NKJV)

Healing: - But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, And by His stripes we are healed. Isaiah 53:5(NKJV)

Fulfillment by the Holy Spirit: - Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts. Zechariah 4:6(KJV)

Persecutions: - But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you, Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you. Luke 6:27-28(KJV)

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