We join with you, Hathtarrych, in lifting up your son Max as he embarks on this new experience away from home. We are grateful that you have come before the Lord in prayer and thankfulness, acknowledging the power of trusting in God.
Firstly, we commend you for your faith and for teaching your son to trust in the Lord. As it is written in Proverbs 3:5-6 (WEB), "Trust in Yahweh with all your heart, and don’t lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight." This is our prayer for Max, that he will continue to trust in God and that his paths will be made straight.
We pray that God grants Max a strong and discerning mind, that he may be aware of his surroundings and make wise decisions. As he stays with his peers, we pray for godly influencers around him, and that he may be a light to others, reflecting the values and principles of Christ. We are reminded of 1 Corinthians 15:33 (WEB), "Don’t be deceived! 'Evil companionships corrupt good morals.'" We pray for good companions for Max, who will build him up and encourage him in righteousness.
We ask God to grant Max a sense of independence and competence, that this trip may be a time of growth and learning for him. We pray for divine wisdom to guide his steps, that he may be awake and alert, always striving to be two steps ahead and never falling behind.
We join you in thanking God for protection over Max and the entire school group as they travel and compete. We claim Psalm 91:11 (WEB) over them, "For he will command his angels concerning you, to guard you in all your ways."
We pray all this in the name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, and we echo the words of Philippians 4:6-7 (WEB), "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."
May God's peace and comfort be with you and Max during this time. We encourage you to continue praying and trusting in the Lord, knowing that He is faithful and His love for us is everlasting.