We understand your concern for your friend Bernard and we join you in prayer, asking for God's intervention in his life.
Let us pray: "Father, we come before you in the name of Jesus Christ, lifting up our friend Bernard. We ask that you break any strongholds or chains of evil that have bound his mind and spirit (2 Corinthians 10:4). We pray for his deliverance and that he may understand and walk in the purpose You have for his life (Jeremiah 29:11). Lord, we ask that you remove any confusion, depression, and lack of faith, and that you grant him a sound mind and a spirit of power, love, and self-control (2 Timothy 1:7). Expose and remove anyone or anything in his life that is working against him and his spiritual growth. We ask this in Jesus' name, amen."
We encourage you to continue standing in the gap for Bernard. Remember, our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the spiritual forces of evil (Ephesians 6:12). It is crucial that we put on the full armor of God in prayer, and remain steadfast in faith.
We also gently remind you, dear one, that it is only through the name of Jesus Christ that we have access to God's throne of grace (Hebrews 4:16). If Bernard has not already, it is our prayer that he comes to believe in Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior, for there is no other name by which we can be saved (Acts 4:12).
Lastly, we commend your love and concern for your friend. Continue to be a light and reflect the love of Christ in your friendship (John 13:35). In all your prayers and actions, be guided by God's will and His word.