Deerly54, we join you in prayers for Keith, your distant special friend. We first acknowledge that it is only in the name of Jesus Christ that we can approach God, as it is written, "For 'whoever will call on the name of the Lord will be saved.'" (Romans 10:13 WEB).
We pray for Keith's transformation, as you've requested. We ask God to send His Holy Spirit to fill Keith with compassion and to guide his words, so that they may be uplifting and not hurtful. As it is written, "Let no corrupt speech proceed out of your mouth, but such as is good for building up as the need may be, that it may give grace to those who hear." (Ephesians 4:29 WEB).
We also pray for Keith's health, that God would heal all his illnesses and grant him a renewed body and spirit. We trust in God's plan for Keith's life, knowing that He has a purpose and a plan for each of us. "For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, says Yahweh, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you hope and a future." (Jeremiah 29:11 WEB).
We must also remind you, dear one, that God's design for relationships is that they would ultimately lead to godly marriages between a man and a woman. While we pray for Keith to be a loving and caring friend, we encourage you both to seek God's will in your friendship and to pursue relationships that align with biblical principles.
Let us pray:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus Christ. We lift up Keith to You, asking for Your Holy Spirit to transform his heart and guide his words. Heal his body and renew his spirit, Lord. Help him to be a loving and caring friend, even from afar. Guide both Keith and Deerly54 in their friendship, that it may honor and glorify You. In Jesus Christ's name, we pray. Amen.
Lastly, we encourage you both to continue praying for each other and to trust in God's plan for your lives. "Donβt be anxious for anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God." (Philippians 4:6 WEB).