Prayer Tag: Friend

Prayer for a Healing Friend

Dear Lord,

We come before You today to lift up our dear friend who is in need of healing. We ask that You would touch them with Your healing hand and restore them to full health.

We know that You are the Great Physician and that no illness is too big for You to handle. We trust in Your love and Your power to heal.

We pray that You would give our friend the strength and courage they need to endure this difficult time, and that You would provide them with the medical help and support they need to make a full recovery.

We ask that You would bring peace and comfort to our friend and to all those who love them. May Your love and grace surround them, and may they feel Your presence with them always.

We pray all of this in the name of Jesus, our Lord and Savior. Amen.

Suggested Bible Readings

Psalm 103:2-3 ESV

Bless the Lord, O my soul,
    and forget not all his benefits,
who forgives all your iniquity,
    who heals all your diseases,

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Isaiah 53:5 ESV

But he was pierced for our transgressions;
    he was crushed for our iniquities;
upon him was the chastisement that brought us peace,
    and with his wounds we are healed.

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Matthew 8:16-17 ESV

That evening they brought to him many who were oppressed by demons, and he cast out the spirits with a word and healed all who were sick. This was to fulfill what was spoken by the prophet Isaiah: “He took our illnesses and bore our diseases.”

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James 5:14-15 ESV

Is anyone among you sick? Let him call for the elders of the church, and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord. And the prayer of faith will save the one who is sick, and the Lord will raise him up. And if he has committed sins, he will be forgiven.

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Prayer for Friend’s Healing

Almighty God,

I lift up my dear friend to You today, asking for Your healing touch to be upon her. I know that You are the Great Healer and that nothing is impossible for You.

I pray that You would bring comfort and peace to my friend during this difficult time. May she feel Your presence with her, and may she trust in Your goodness and faithfulness.

I ask that You would restore her health and strength, and that You would work in her body to bring about complete healing. I pray that she would have the energy and vitality to fulfill the plans and purposes You have for her life.

I trust in Your unfailing love and Your promises of healing and restoration. Please bless my friend with a full recovery, and may Your name be glorified through her healing.

In the name of Jesus, I pray. Amen.

Suggested Bible Readings

James 5:14 ESV

Is anyone among you sick? Let him call for the elders of the church, and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord.

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James 5:15 ESV

And the prayer of faith will save the one who is sick, and the Lord will raise him up. And if he has committed sins, he will be forgiven.

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James 5:16 ESV

Therefore, confess your sins to one another and pray for one another, that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person has great power as it is working.

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3 John 1:2 ESV

Beloved, I pray that all may go well with you and that you may be in good health, as it goes well with your soul.

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Prayer for the Healing of a Friend

Dear Lord,

I come before You today asking for healing and provision for my friend. I know that with Your power and love, all things are possible. Please touch my friend with Your loving hand and bring them comfort, strength, and peace.

I pray that You would restore their body to full health and that they would feel the warmth of Your presence as they go through this difficult time. I also ask that You would provide for all their needs during this time, whether it be physical, emotional, or financial. Please give them the resources and support they need to get through this season.

I trust in Your plan for their life and know that You are working all things for their good. Please give them the faith and trust to rest in Your care and to know that You are with them every step of the way.

I pray that Your love would surround my friend and that they would feel Your loving arms holding them close. Please bring them hope and joy in the midst of their struggle.

Thank You, Lord, for the gift of my friend and for the healing power of Your love. I pray all of these things in Jesus’ name, Amen.

Suggested Bible Readings

James 5:14-15 ESV

Is anyone among you sick? Let him call for the elders of the church, and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord. And the prayer of faith will save the one who is sick, and the Lord will raise him up. And if he has committed sins, he will be forgiven.

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3 John 1:2 ESV

Beloved, I pray that all may go well with you and that you may be in good health, as it goes well with your soul.

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Prayer for Healing of Friend

Dear Lord,

I lift up my dear friend to You today and ask for Your healing hand to be upon them. I know that You are the great physician and that nothing is impossible for You. I believe that You can bring complete healing to their mind, body, and spirit.

Even if healing doesn’t come in the way that we expect, I pray that You would give my friend and their loved ones the strength and grace to trust in Your plan and to find peace and comfort in You. I pray that You would use this situation to draw them closer to You and to bring them into a deeper relationship with You.

I pray that Your will be done in my friend’s life, and that whatever the outcome, Your perfect plan for their healing would be accomplished.

Please be with the doctors and medical staff who are treating them. Give them wisdom and skill as they seek to bring healing.

I trust in You, Lord, and know that You are good. I give You all the praise and honor for the healing that You will bring, whether it be in this life or the next.

I pray all of this in Jesus’ name. Amen.

Suggested Bible Readings

James 5:14-16 ESV

Is anyone among you sick? Let him call for the elders of the church, and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord. And the prayer of faith will save the one who is sick, and the Lord will raise him up. And if he has committed sins, he will be forgiven. Therefore, confess your sins to one another and pray for one another, that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person has great power as it is working.

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3 John 1:2 ESV

Beloved, I pray that all may go well with you and that you may be in good health, as it goes well with your soul.

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Prayer for Friends

Dear Lord,

I come before You today to pray for my friends. I ask that You bless them with Your love, grace, and mercy. Protect them from harm and guide them in the path that You have planned for them.

Help them to trust in You and to lean on You in times of difficulty. Give them the strength and courage to follow Your will and to witness to Your truth.

I pray that You would strengthen the bonds of friendship between us and that we may be a support and encouragement to one another. May we be a light in the world, shining Your love and compassion to all those around us.

Thank You for the gift of friendship and for the joy and blessings that my friends bring to my life.

I pray all these things through the power of Your holy name, Jesus Christ, my Lord and Savior. Amen.

Suggested Bible Readings

Galatians 6:2 ESV

Bear one another’s burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ.

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Proverbs 17:17 ESV

A friend loves at all times,
    and a brother is born for adversity.

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Ecclesiastes 4:9-10 ESV

Two are better than one, because they have a good reward for their toil. For if they fall, one will lift up his fellow. But woe to him who is alone when he falls and has not another to lift him up!

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Prayer for Psalm 91

Heavenly Father,

I come to You today asking for Your protection and guidance. I turn to Psalm 91 and the words of comfort and assurance that it brings. You are my refuge, my fortress, and my God whom I trust.

I pray that You will cover me with Your feathers and under Your wings I will find refuge. I trust in Your faithfulness to protect me from all harm and danger. I know that You will command Your angels to guard me in all my ways.

I pray that You will set me on high, above the trouble and danger that surrounds me. I will be safe in the shelter of Your tabernacle, and I will trust in the covert of Your wings. Your faithfulness will be my shield and my rampart.

I pray that You will deliver me from the sword, and from the power of the wicked. You will rescue me from the hand of the unrighteous, and from the mouth of the lion. You will set me high, above the reach of my enemies, and I will be safe in Your presence.

I thank You, God, for Your faithfulness and Your protection. I trust in Your love and Your care for me, and I rest secure in Your shelter. I pray that You will continue to guide and protect me, and that I may honor You in all that I do.

In Jesus’ name I pray, Amen.

Suggested Bible Readings

James 5:16 ESV

Therefore, confess your sins to one another and pray for one another, that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person has great power as it is working.

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Philippians 4:6 ESV

do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God.

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Psalm 50:15 ESV

and call upon me in the day of trouble;
    I will deliver you, and you shall glorify me.”

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Psalm 91:1 ESV

He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High
    will abide in the shadow of the Almighty.

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A Prayer for Strength for a Friend

Dear Lord,

I lift up my dear friend to You today and ask that You would give her strength. I know that she’s going through a difficult time and is feeling overwhelmed. Lord, I ask that You would be her rock and her fortress, a strong tower in which she can find safety.

Give her the strength to face each day with courage and hope. Help her to trust in You and to find her strength in You. Lord, I know that You are faithful and that You will never leave her or forsake her.

I pray that You would surround her with Your love and comfort, and that You would give her the grace she needs to navigate this challenging season of life. May she find rest and peace in Your presence, and may she know that You are always with her.

In Jesus’ name I pray, Amen.

Suggested Bible Readings

Psalm 46:1-3 ESV

God is our refuge and strength,
    a very present help in trouble.
Therefore we will not fear though the earth gives way,
    though the mountains be moved into the heart of the sea,
though its waters roar and foam,
    though the mountains tremble at its swelling. Selah

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Isaiah 41:10 ESV

fear not, for I am with you;
    be not dismayed, for I am your God;
I will strengthen you, I will help you,
    I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.

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Psalm 73:26 ESV

My flesh and my heart may fail,
    but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.

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James 1:2-4 ESV

Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness. And let steadfastness have its full effect, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in nothing.

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Strength Prayer for a Friend

Dear Lord,

I lift up my friend to You today and ask for Your strength to sustain them. I know that You are the source of all strength and power, and I pray that You would give my friend the grace and fortitude they need to face the challenges and struggles they are currently facing.

I pray that the Holy Spirit would fill them with courage and hope, and that they would trust in Your goodness and faithfulness. Help them to keep their eyes fixed on You, and to find their strength and security in You alone.

Please give my friend the wisdom to make wise decisions, and the discernment to know Your will for their life. Protect them from harm and temptation, and help them to grow in their relationship with You.

I pray that You would use my friend to be a blessing to others, and that they would be a shining light for Your kingdom.

In Your holy and powerful name I pray, Amen.

Suggested Bible Readings

Psalm 18:2 ESV

The Lord is my rock and my fortress and my deliverer,
    my God, my rock, in whom I take refuge,
    my shield, and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold.

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Isaiah 41:10 ESV

Fear not, for I am with you;
    be not dismayed, for I am your God;
I will strengthen you, I will help you,
    I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.

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Psalm 46:1 ESV

God is our refuge and strength,
    a very present help in trouble.

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2 Corinthians 12:9 ESV

But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly of my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may rest upon me.

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Prayer for Healing Friend

Dear Lord,

We come to You today with heavy hearts, asking for Your healing touch on our dear friend. We know that You are the Great Physician, and that nothing is impossible for You. We trust in Your power to heal and restore, and we ask that You would bring wholeness and health to our friend’s body, mind, and spirit.

We ask for Your grace and strength to sustain them during this difficult time, and for Your peace to fill their heart and mind. We also ask for wisdom for the medical professionals who are treating them, that they would have the knowledge and skill needed to care for our friend.

We know that You have a plan and a purpose for our friend’s life, and we pray that they would feel Your loving presence with them every step of the way. We pray that they would be a testimony to Your goodness and faithfulness, even in the midst of this trial.

We also ask for Your healing power to be evident to everyone involved in our friend’s life, and that through this difficult experience, many would come to know You and trust in You.

We thank You in advance for Your healing power, and we trust in Your faithfulness and love.

In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.

Suggested Bible Readings

Psalm 30:2 ESV

O Lord my God, I cried to you for help,
    and you have healed me.

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Psalm 41:3 ESV

The Lord sustains him on his sickbed;
    in his illness you restore him to full health.

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Healing Prayer for Friend

Almighty God,

We come before You today with heavy hearts as we lift up our friend who is in need of healing. We know that You are the source of all life and health, and we ask that You would touch our friend with Your healing power.

We ask that You would bring comfort to their pain, and strength to their weakness. We ask that You would restore function to their body, and that You would bring peace to their mind and spirit.

We know that You are the Great Physician, and we trust in Your ability to heal all sickness and disease. We pray for Your healing hand on our friend, in Jesus’ name we trust in Your ability to heal them.

We also ask for Your guidance to the medical professionals who is treating our friend, for wisdom in diagnosis and healing, may they work together with Your healing power.

We pray all this in the name of Jesus Christ, Our Lord, and we trust in Your unfailing love and mercy, Amen.

Suggested Bible Readings

Psalm 107:20 ESV

He sent out his word and healed them,
    and delivered them from their destruction.

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James 5:14-15 ESV

Is anyone among you sick? Let him call for the elders of the church, and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord. And the prayer of faith will save the one who is sick, and the Lord will raise him up. And if he has committed sins, he will be forgiven.

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