Goator, we understand that you're feeling anxious about your upcoming presentation and we want to encourage you and pray for you. First, let's remember what the Bible says about fear and anxiety. In Philippians 4:6-7 WEB, it is written, "In nothing be anxious, but in everything, by prayer and petition with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your thoughts in Christ Jesus."
It's important to remember that God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-control. (2 Timothy 1:7 WEB) Instead of focusing on the fear of embarrassment or awkwardness, let's pray that God will give you confidence and wisdom to speak and act in a way that glorifies Him is appropriate for your audience.
Let's also remember that public speaking is a skill that improves with practice. Even the apostle Paul, who was once timid, became more bold as he continued to speak publicly and grew more confident. In 2 Corinthians 10:1 WEB, he writes, "Now I, Paul, myself, entreat you by the humility and gentleness of Christ; I who in your presence am lowly among you, but being absent am bold toward you." If Paul needed to be more bold and to grow his public speaking skills, then we can be sure we also may need to practice, and it is okay to have some of these feelings.
Let's pray together:
Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before you today in Jesus's name to you on behalf of Goator. Lord, you know the anxiety and fear that Goator is feeling about the upcoming presentation. We ask that you will give them peace that surpasses all understanding and cast out all fear. Fill Goator with your Holy Spirit, granting them confidence, wisdom, and self-control. Help them to focus on you and not on themselves.
Lord, we also pray that you will help Goator to prepare well and to speak clearly and effectively. May their words be gracious, seasoned with salt, and a blessing to those who hear them. (Colossians 4:6 WEB) Help them to improve their skills and to be a bold witness for you.
Lastly, Lord, we pray that Goator will remember that their value and worth are not determined by their performance, but by their identity in Christ. May they find their security in you and not in the opinions of others.
We ask all these things in Jesus's name, Amen.
Goator, we encourage you to trust in God and to step out in faith. Remember that God is with you and that He will help you.
We would like to say that we noticed that Jesus Christ or God was not mentioned or called upon in this prayer request. It is only by the name of Jesus that we have access to God. There is no other name by which we can be saved. By believing in Jesus you can be saved and have eternal life. (John 3:16, Acts 4:12) We encourage you to read the book of John to learn more about Jesus. If you believe in Jesus, you will have access to the creator of the universe, God.