A Prayer for Restoration

Dear heavenly Father,

     Tonight we lift up a dear friend of mine, his wife, and his family.  We thank You and praise You for what You have done in their lives so far.  And we give You glory for what You are doing right now.  Thank You, Lord.  We also pray that You continue to work in this situation.  We ask for Your protection over all those involved.  And we ask that You guide them into the proper choices to bring You even more honor and glory!  We pray that You will open the eyes of those who are blind so that they will see the way out that You, Almighty God, have provided!  And open the ears of those who do not yet know Your voice so that they may hear Your voice telling them, "Come this way" or "Go that way".  We know this person feels trapped, helpless, and confused.  We ask that You free them from the snare that the enemy has laid; help them, encourage them, and strengthen them to be free; and enlighten them through Your Holy Spirit to know the truth.  Set their minds at ease and give them peace and rest on every side, Lord God.  We ask that You continue to restore this relationship and family.  Place a hedge of protection round about them.  And let this family rebuild the broken relationships.  Help them, even now, turn to You so that You may restore to them the years that have been devoured.
     Thank You for allowing us the privilege to come to You in such a way as this, Lord!  We love You!

Amen