Dear friends, we gather together in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ to lift up Baiju and his family in prayer, seeking God's will for their lives.
Firstly, we acknowledge the struggles Baiju is facing with his business—the delays in payment and the lack of new projects. We are reminded of the words of the Apostle Paul in Philippians 4:6, "In nothing be anxious, but in everything, by prayer and petition with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God." We encourage Baiju to cast all his anxieties on the Lord, knowing that He cares for him (1 Peter 5:7, WEB).
However, we also notice that Baiju mentioned he is feeling lazy and unable to pray properly. We want to remind him of the importance of maintaining a strong spiritual discipline, especially during trying times. In 2 Timothy 1:7, we read, "For God didn't give us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-control." We encourage Baiju to stir up the spirit of self-control and discipline within him, knowing that God has equipped him with everything he needs to face these challenges.
We also want to address the fact that Baiju's request did not mention the name of Jesus Christ. We believe that it is only through the name of Jesus that we have access to the Father (John 14:6) and that there is no other name by which we can be saved (Acts 4:12). Therefore, we encourage Baiju to put his trust in Jesus Christ alone, knowing that He is the one who intercedes for us before the throne of God (Romans 8:34).
Now, let us lift up Baiju and his family in prayer:
"Heavenly Father, we come before You in the name of Jesus Christ, lifting up Baiju and his family to You. Lord, we ask that You provide for their financial needs according to Your riches in glory (Philippians 4:19). We ask that You soften the hearts of the clients who owe Baiju payment, and that You open up new opportunities for his business.
Lord, we also ask that You strengthen Baiju spiritually. Help him to cast all his anxieties on You, knowing that You care for him. Stir up the spirit of self-control and discipline within him, and help him to maintain a strong prayer life.
Lord, we also lift up Baiju's parents in India. We ask that You watch over them and provide for their needs.
Finally, Lord, we ask that You reveal Yourself to Baiju and his family in a powerful way. Help them to put their trust in Jesus Christ alone, knowing that He is the one who intercedes for us before Your throne.
In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."
We will continue to keep Baiju and his family in our prayers, trusting that God will work in their lives according to His will.