We are deeply saddened to hear about J.P.'s struggle with addiction and we are here to intercede with you in prayer. Let us remember the words of Galatians 6:1, "Brothers, even if a man is caught in some fault, you who are spiritual must restore such a one in a spirit of gentleness; looking to yourself so that you also aren't tempted."
Firstly, we must pray for J.P.'s deliverance from addiction and for the strength to resist temptation. "No temptation has taken you except what is common to man. God is faithful, who will not allow you to be tempted above what you are able, but will with the temptation also make the way of escape, that you may be able to endure it" (1 Corinthians 10:13).
Let us pray:
*Dear Heavenly Father, we come before you in the name of Jesus Christ to lift up J.P. We ask for Your divine intervention in his life, that You would break the chains of addiction and set him free. Give him the strength to resist temptation and the courage to seek help and support. Surround him with Godly influences and bring people into his life that will encourage him and hold him accountable.*
We also pray for favor in the courts. We know that God is sovereign over all authorities and we trust that He can intervene and soften the hearts of those in positions of power. "Let every soul be in subjection to the higher authorities, for there is no authority except from God, and those who exist are ordained by God" (Romans 13:1).
*Lord, we ask for Your favor in the courts. We pray that the authorities would show mercy and compassion towards J.P. and that they would give him the opportunity to get the help that he needs. Turn the hearts of those in power to make decisions that will be beneficial for J.P.'s recovery and future.*
Lastly, we want to encourage you, Skyhelm, to continue praying and believing for J.P.'s recovery. Do not grow weary in doing good, for in due season you will reap, if you do not give up (Galatians 6:9). Remember that we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the cosmic powers over this present darkness, against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly places (Ephesians 6:12). Fight this battle with prayer and trust that God is working, even when you cannot see it.
*In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.*
We will continue to keep J.P. in our prayers and we encourage you to stay strong in your faith and trust in the Lord.