A Humble Request For Prayer

[Starcradle]

Dear brothers and sisters in Christ,

I possess a certain hesitancy when requesting prayer, especially in such a public fashion, yet this evening I nevertheless disregard my fears--and perhaps foolish pride--in order to make myself vulnerable. I do not seek advice, merely supplications.

For over a year, I have been in love with a dear friend who does not reciprocate my sentiments. This situation can, upon occasion, be excruciating. I humbly ask that you pray on my behalf, that I would honor both God and this precious friend amidst the arduous circumstances; that I would possess a pure, pliant and willing heart before the Lord, that I would be a good steward of this blessing and not create an idol from the vehemence of this desire which seems to intensify with the passage of time. Please pray that I would be receptive to His still-small voice, that I would cling to Him and His wonderful truths transcendent of the tempestuous fears which frequently and mercilessly strike at my heart. Please pray that my poor understanding would be illuminated, that I would be strengthened by the Holy Spirit to do as He wishes.

I also ask that you pray for Paul, this beautiful man I love: that he would be bold in his witness, faithfully studying and rightly dividing the Word of Truth; that he would be as a beacon in the darkness, reflecting the light and love of Christ; that he would be aflame for our Lord and acknowledge Him in all his ways; that he would hunger for divine wisdom and apply it; that he would establish godly friendships and not be tainted by his dealings with the world; that he would be filled with the knowledge of the depth, breadth, height and width of God's incomprehensible love; that he would rely solely upon Him at all times, obeying Him through the power of His Holy Spirit; that he would continually be sanctified and thus preserved until the day of our Lord.

Thank you so much.

 

[hypostatic]

I'm praying for you!

 

[Starcradle]

Thank you so much, hypostatic!

 

[tapero]

Dear Lord, I agree with Starcradle's requests and pray that it may be so. Please protect her and him; and Lord let her know if this person is for her. In Jesus name I pray. Amen

 

[Starcradle]

Thank you so much, Tapero.

 

[Linus]

Dear Heavenly Father, I lift up our beloved sister's prayer request to You in the name of our loving and caring Saviour Jesus Christ. Lord, bless our sister with guidance and comfort. Implement Your will in her life and I also pray for brother Paul. Help him to be a strong soldier in Christ and that he will be able to resist the world and put his entire focus on You. Thank You!

 

[newbeliever02072005]

Dear brothers and sisters in Christ,

I possess a certain hesitancy when requesting prayer, especially in such a public fashion, yet this evening I nevertheless disregard my fears--and perhaps foolish pride--in order to make myself vulnerable. I do not seek advice, merely supplications.

For over a year, I have been in love with a dear friend who does not reciprocate my sentiments. This situation can, upon occasion, be excruciating. I humbly ask that you pray on my behalf, that I would honor both God and this precious friend amidst the arduous circumstances; that I would possess a pure, pliant and willing heart before the Lord, that I would be a good steward of this blessing and not create an idol from the vehemence of this desire which seems to intensify with the passage of time. Please pray that I would be receptive to His still-small voice, that I would cling to Him and His wonderful truths transcendent of the tempestuous fears which frequently and mercilessly strike at my heart. Please pray that my poor understanding would be illuminated, that I would be strengthened by the Holy Spirit to do as He wishes.

I also ask that you pray for Paul, this beautiful man I love: that he would be bold in his witness, faithfully studying and rightly dividing the Word of Truth; that he would be as a beacon in the darkness, reflecting the light and love of Christ; that he would be aflame for our Lord and acknowledge Him in all his ways; that he would hunger for divine wisdom and apply it; that he would establish godly friendships and not be tainted by his dealings with the world; that he would be filled with the knowledge of the depth, breadth, height and width of God's incomprehensible love; that he would rely solely upon Him at all times, obeying Him through the power of His Holy Spirit; that he would continually be sanctified and thus preserved until the day of our Lord.

Thank you so much.

Standing in agreement with this prayer, I couldn't have said it any better myself. A prayer from the heart here.

God Bless you and my prayers are going up for you now,
Newbeliever

 

[cajunlady]

Praying for you and your friend...God bless...

 

[shakingthedustoffmyfeet]

Dear Lord, I ask you to guard the heart of Starcradle. Father, you have a plan for her life, and we ask You, in the name of Jesus, to set her foot squarely on the path that is designed uniquely for her. Protect her from pain that might arise from this friendship. Bless both Starcradle and Paul, Lord, and fortify them with Your Spirit.

Lord, I ask You to speak to them both and that they will know Your voice and Your will. For each of them I ask a closer walk with you, and we thank You our Lord who answers prayer.

We ask these things in the name of Jesus, our redeemer. Amen.

 

[Starcradle]

Linus, New Believer, Cajunlady, WithGreatMercy-- I am very touched by each and every response. Thank you for taking the time to read my post and say a prayer. God bless you all!

 

[Kehaar]

Dear Lord, I ask you to guard the heart of Starcradle. Father, you have a plan for her life, and we ask You, in the name of Jesus, to set her foot squarely on the path that is designed uniquely for her. Protect her from pain that might arise from this friendship. Bless both Starcradle and Paul, Lord, and fortify them with Your Spirit.

Lord, I ask You to speak to them both and that they will know Your voice and Your will. For each of them I ask a closer walk with you, and we thank You our Lord who answers prayer.

We ask these things in the name of Jesus, our redeemer. Amen.

Adding my prayers

 

[Starcradle]

Thank you so much, Nepenthe!

 

[LivingRightForGod]

Praying that god will do his way in this situation.

 

[Bro_Sam]

Will pray.

 

[Starcradle]

Thank you, Sam & Jenna!

 

[LivingRightForGod]

No Problem

 

[njcl]

wow that must be the best written request ive ever read,elequent

*PRAYS THE CHRISTS will is paramount in this relationship and if its not to be then the holy spirit gives this woman the strength to bear that outcome,AMEN*

just seen your pic,your cute.........peace

 

[Starcradle]

Thank you for the compliments as well as the prayer, Njcl.

 

[JacobsDream]

Lord, only you can truly fill the void in her heart. You love her more than she could ever imagine and as she moves on, be her stronghold, a strong tower in Jesus name.

Touch Paul's heart, you alone make the heart gullible and stubborn at your will. I thank you that she is not in any way blamming him but is focusing on what you can do for her: everything.
Answer our prayers for him and let the seed you planted in his life through her grow in Jesus name.
Grant her ultimate confort in your holy spirit because you are willing and more than able.
You alone know the humble desires of her heart, reward her faithfullness today to the glory of your name.

 

[Starcradle]

That was beautiful, JacobsDream. Thank you so much.