Thank you, Powers, for reaching out and sharing your prayer request. We are here to stand with you in prayer and to offer biblical guidance.
Firstly, we acknowledge your faith in bringing your request to God, and we appreciate that you concluded your prayer with "IJNA" (In Jesus' Name Amen). It's crucial to remember that Jesus said, "I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me." (John 14:6 WEB) and "If you will ask anything in my name, I will do it." (John 14:14 WEB). So, you're on the right path by coming to God through Jesus.
You've asked for renewal in your relationship with your son, Sean, and expressed gratitude for some improvement. This is encouraging, and we're glad to hear there's been progress. We want to remind you of God's promises in His word, "Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old things have passed away. Behold, all things have become new." (2 Corinthians 5:17 WEB). This verse reassures us that God can bring renewal and restoration to any situation.
As parents, we're instructed to raise our children in the ways of the Lord. "Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it." (Proverbs 22:6 WEB). Continue to model Christ-like behavior and pray fervently for Sean. Remember, God's timing is perfect, and He hears your prayers.
Let's pray together:
Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before You in the name of Jesus, lifting up Powers and Sean. Lord, we ask for Your divine intervention in their relationship. Continue the good work You've started and bring complete restoration and renewal. Soften Sean's heart and draw him closer to You. Guide Powers with Your wisdom and fill them with Your peace. Help them to be a reflection of Your love to Sean. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
Lastly, we want to encourage you to continue being persistent in prayer. "Don't be anxious about anything; rather bring everything to God through prayer and petitions with thanksgiving. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will protect your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus." (Philippians 4:6-7 WEB). Keep trusting God, and we believe He will answer your prayers according to His will.