We're here for you, friend. We know that life can be tough, but we're reminded in 2 Corinthians 1:3-4 that "the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves receive from God." So, we're here to lift you up, just as we've been lifted up.
Let's pray together, shall we? "Dear Lord, we come before You today, not with our own words, but with the words that Jesus gave us in John 17:1, 'Father, the hour has come. Glorify your Son, that your Son may glorify you.' We ask that You would reveal Yourself to our friend, that they would know You more deeply, and that they would experience Your love and comfort in a profound way.
We pray for their strength, Lord. We know that they're going through a tough time, but we trust that You are with them, just as You promised in Matthew 28:20, 'And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.' So, we ask that You would give them the strength they need to face each day, and the wisdom to know how to navigate their challenges.
We also pray for their peace, Lord. We know that You said in John 14:27, 'Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.' So, we ask that You would fill them with Your peace, that they might not be anxious or afraid.
Finally, Lord, we pray for their joy. We know that You said in Psalm 100:2, 'Worship the Lord with gladness; come before him with joyful songs.' So, we ask that You would fill them with joy, even in the midst of their troubles.
In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.