I know many on this board are praying Christian brothers and sisters. I need help that only God can provide. I have been praying for my 67 y/o brother to be found safe and to be taken to medical care ASAP.
I got word earlier today he was showing signs of aphasia and delusions, both sudden onset. He has gone missing as of several hours ago.
The local PD is looking for him, so far without success. Given his state of mind, I have grave concerns for his safety.
Please pray that my brother, Brian, will be found safe and will get the help he needs.
NEWS: After being missing all night, he has just been found and is receiving medical care. Thank you all for your prayers, and above all, thank you Jesus!
I do so love your prayers. Thank you.
It is the Spirit working through me. The Good Shepherd was prompted to my mind as I started my prayer. I've recently been prompted to draw more on God's Word in my prayers. I feel like the Spirit is teaching me "the fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much". Righteous only comes through Jesus & his Word points to him. I am in awe. It frees me up to be less me and more him, though my own experiences can also be useful. On another prayer thread the husband of a woman with MS was in the hospital because of a brain bleed. I have a loved one with MS, so I made sure to include his wife in my prayer too. God is so very good. Romans 8:28 starts: "And we know all things work together for good to those who love God,..." I am amazed at how many of my experiences, both good & bad, have prepared me to pray on behalf of others. Romans 8:28 ends: "...to those according to His purpose." Ah! There it is - according to His purpose. I am reminded of Joseph telling his brothers, "You meant it for evil, but God meant it for good." My hard times have given me a heart for others according to God's purpose. Thank you for your encouraging words!