A Prayer for my dad

Dear Lord,

I come to you today with my dad on my heart, as I think of all that he has been through already; and all that he is going through right now!

I plead with you, in Jesus’ name and by the Power that raised Him from the dead, that you would lead my dad safely out of this valley today. I ask you, as only you can, make the storms and the waves and winds cease and be still. Should that not be your will at this time, Lord, I ask your very presence to surround him:

When his eyes fill with tears, wipe them away,
When he is afraid, calm his fears,
When he trembles, hold his hand
When he stumbles, catch him before he falls,
When he can’t see, shine a light on your path,
When his wounds won’t heal, touch him and make him whole
When he feels far away from you, let him know you are right there,
When he feels under attack, shelter him under your mighty wing,
When he has lost heart, let his heart beat again, flowing with your love,
When he feels useless, remind him that you have a purpose for him,
When he feels like he can’t take another step, swoop him up and carry him,

Dear Lord, my dad means so much to me. He has loved me and cared for me, in the best way he could, and there have been times where he has lifted me. And so I come to You with this prayer, that you keep him in perfect peace. In the name of Jesus, I place my dad in your care and hands today. Amen

“…The Lord is near. Do not worry about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication 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 minds in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:5-7