But I have pleaded in prayer for you, Simon, that your faith should not fail. So when you have repented and turned to me again, strengthen and build up your brothers. Luke 22:32 (NLT)

Jesus promised his followers that we will have tribulation as long as we live in this world, but he also told us that we have a key to victory over it all, our faith in God! When we encounter difficulties and trials, it provides us with a wonderful opportunity to be receive God’s grace and care. Anyone can get by when times are good, but when we are able to thrive in the midst of extreme adversity, people will sit up and take notice. When we or anyone we know is in the middle of a test, we should pray, as did Jesus, for unfailing faith.

Faith is one mark of a true disciple. Real faith actually grows stronger when it is tested. God’s grace is only fully realized when we need it, and, as was the case with the Apostle Peter, when we experience the grace of God upholding us in the midst of pressures and testing, we will afterward be able to encourage others to be strong, too. Below is a sample prayer for unfailing faith.

Prayer

Jesus, please give me and (my friend, family member, etc.) grace to stand strong in this present difficulty. I believe you allow these things in our lives to teach us to trust in You alone. Lord, please give us unfailing faith; so, we can be faithful to you and your Word, encourage others, and bring glory to your name. Lord, I surrender my life to you afresh and trust you for the results. Amen!