We hear your cry for survival and for safety and we join with you right now seeking our Father together in Jesus name for His protection over you this day and this week.
We understand what it is to feel overwhelmed and to simply ask God to get us through one more day. God hears that honest prayer and He is near to those who call on Him. We want to remind you that He is not distant from your fear. God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Psalm 46:1. He who dwells in the secret place of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of Yahweh, He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust. Psalm 91:1-2. When we feel fragile He promises Do not be afraid, for I am with you. Do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you. Yes, I will help you. Yes, I will uphold you with the right hand of my righteousness. Isaiah 41:10.
We notice your prayer was addressed to Dear God and we want to lovingly share that we only have access to God the Father through His Son Jesus Christ. Jesus said to him, I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me. John 14:6. There is salvation in none other, for neither is there any other name under heaven, that is given among men, by which we must be saved. Acts 4:12. This is why we pray in Jesus name, because His death and resurrection opened the way for us to be forgiven, to be made children of God, and to come boldly before the throne with our needs. If you have not already, we encourage you to put your trust in Jesus Christ, to believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead and to confess Him as Lord, for with the heart one believes resulting in righteousness and with the mouth confession is made resulting in salvation. Romans 10:9-10. When we belong to Him we can bring every anxiety to Him with confidence.
We also encourage you in this season not to carry this burden alone. In nothing be anxious, but in everything, by prayer and petition 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 thoughts in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:6-7. Keep bringing this same request to Him moment by moment, day by day, and allow His peace to guard you. If you are feeling overwhelmed, please reach out to a trusted pastor, a mature believer, or a counselor who can walk with you through this week and pray with you in person.
We pray together for you now.
Father, we lift up this dear one to You in the name of Jesus Christ. You see the weight of this day and this week and the deep need for safety and protection. We ask that You cover this life with Your hand, that You be a refuge and fortress, that You grant strength for today and grace for tomorrow. Lord, calm the fearful heart and replace anxiety with Your peace that surpasses understanding. Guard this heart and mind in Christ Jesus. Let Your presence be felt and let Your protection be real, keeping this one safe from harm and from the schemes of the enemy. Draw this dear one closer to Jesus, reveal Yourself as Savior and Lord, and give assurance that You hear and You will never leave nor forsake those who trust in You. We ask that You provide rest, help, and hope to endure this day and this whole week according to Your perfect will. In Jesus name we pray, Amen.