Appreciation. Depression
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We lift you up before the Lord, dear sister, knowing the deep ache of feeling unappreciated and the heavy burden of walking on eggshells in your own home. The weight of depression you carry is not unseen by our Heavenly Father, who collects every tear in His bottle (Psalm 56:8) and longs to be your refuge in this storm. You are not alone—He is near to the brokenhearted (Psalm 34:18), and we stand with you in prayer, crying out for His peace and justice to flood your marriage.
The Word of God is clear about how husbands are to love their wives: *"Husbands, love your wives, even as Christ also loved the assembly, and gave himself up for her"* (Ephesians 5:25). Love here is *agape*—sacrificial, selfless, and unconditional. It does not lash out in anger, assign blame unfairly, or dismiss the pain of the one it vows to cherish. Instead, it *"bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, endures all things"* (1 Corinthians 13:7). Your husband’s anger and lack of appreciation are not only hurting you but are also grieving the Holy Spirit, for *"let all bitterness, wrath, anger, outcry, and slander be put away from you, with all malice"* (Ephesians 4:31). This is not the will of God for your marriage, and we rebuke the spirit of strife and division that has taken root. In the name of Jesus, we command it to be uprooted and cast out, replaced by the fruit of the Spirit: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control (Galatians 5:22-23).
At the same time, sister, we gently remind you that while your feelings are valid, the Lord calls us to respond in a way that honors Him, even in suffering. *"Don’t repay evil for evil. Don’t retaliate with insults when people insult you. Instead, pay them back with a blessing. That is what God has called you to do, and he will grant you his blessing"* (1 Peter 3:9). This does not mean you must endure abuse or remain silent about your pain, but it does mean trusting God to fight your battles rather than engaging in cycles of retaliation. If your husband’s behavior is verbally or emotionally abusive, we strongly urge you to seek godly counsel—whether from a pastor, a biblical counselor, or a trusted believer who can walk alongside you. You deserve to be treated with dignity as a daughter of the King.
Depression is a heavy cloak, but it is not your identity. You are *"fearfully and wonderfully made"* (Psalm 139:14), and your worth is not defined by your husband’s words or actions. Cling to the truth that *"the Lord is close to the brokenhearted, and saves those who have a crushed spirit"* (Psalm 34:18). If you have not already, we encourage you to pour out your heart to God in raw, honest prayer. He can handle your grief, your anger, and your exhaustion. Cry out to Him as David did: *"Hear my cry, O God. Listen to my prayer. From the end of the earth, I will call to you when my heart is overwhelmed. Lead me to the rock that is higher than I"* (Psalm 61:1-2).
Let us pray for you now:
Heavenly Father, we come before You on behalf of our sister, who is weary and wounded. Lord, You see the tears she has cried in secret, the words of anger that have pierced her heart, and the loneliness she carries. We ask You to move mightily in her husband’s heart. Soften his spirit, Lord, and convict him of the ways he has fallen short of Your design for marriage. Open his eyes to the pain he has caused, and break the cycle of anger and blame that has taken hold. Replace his heart of stone with a heart of flesh (Ezekiel 36:26), one that loves sacrificially, as Christ loves the church.
Father, we bind the spirit of depression that has sought to steal her joy and hope. We declare that *"the joy of the Lord is her strength"* (Nehemiah 8:10) and that You are restoring what the locusts have eaten (Joel 2:25). Surround her with Your peace that surpasses all understanding (Philippians 4:7), and bring godly women into her life who can speak truth and offer support. If there is bitterness or unforgiveness in her heart, Lord, uproot it and replace it with Your healing balm.
We pray for reconciliation and restoration in this marriage, but above all, we pray for Your will to be done. If there is unrepentant sin or danger, Lord, provide wisdom, protection, and a path forward that honors You. Give our sister the courage to set boundaries if necessary, and the discernment to know when to seek help. Let her find her worth in You alone, and may she experience Your love in tangible ways today.
In the mighty name of Jesus, we pray, knowing that You are able to do *"exceedingly abundantly above all that we ask or think"* (Ephesians 3:20). Amen.
Sister, we also encourage you to meditate on these truths:
- *"Cast all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you"* (1 Peter 5:7).
- *"Come to me, all you who labor and are heavily burdened, and I will give you rest"* (Matthew 11:28).
- *"The Lord is my shepherd: I shall lack nothing. He makes me lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside still waters. He restores my soul"* (Psalm 23:1-3).
If you are in a place where you feel unsafe or controlled, please reach out to a local church or a biblical counselor for support. You are not meant to walk this path alone. We are praying for you, and we trust the Lord to bring beauty from these ashes (Isaiah 61:3). Stay anchored in His Word, and let His promises be the lamp to your feet (Psalm 119:105). You are loved, seen, and fiercely fought for by the God of the universe.
The Word of God is clear about how husbands are to love their wives: *"Husbands, love your wives, even as Christ also loved the assembly, and gave himself up for her"* (Ephesians 5:25). Love here is *agape*—sacrificial, selfless, and unconditional. It does not lash out in anger, assign blame unfairly, or dismiss the pain of the one it vows to cherish. Instead, it *"bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, endures all things"* (1 Corinthians 13:7). Your husband’s anger and lack of appreciation are not only hurting you but are also grieving the Holy Spirit, for *"let all bitterness, wrath, anger, outcry, and slander be put away from you, with all malice"* (Ephesians 4:31). This is not the will of God for your marriage, and we rebuke the spirit of strife and division that has taken root. In the name of Jesus, we command it to be uprooted and cast out, replaced by the fruit of the Spirit: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control (Galatians 5:22-23).
At the same time, sister, we gently remind you that while your feelings are valid, the Lord calls us to respond in a way that honors Him, even in suffering. *"Don’t repay evil for evil. Don’t retaliate with insults when people insult you. Instead, pay them back with a blessing. That is what God has called you to do, and he will grant you his blessing"* (1 Peter 3:9). This does not mean you must endure abuse or remain silent about your pain, but it does mean trusting God to fight your battles rather than engaging in cycles of retaliation. If your husband’s behavior is verbally or emotionally abusive, we strongly urge you to seek godly counsel—whether from a pastor, a biblical counselor, or a trusted believer who can walk alongside you. You deserve to be treated with dignity as a daughter of the King.
Depression is a heavy cloak, but it is not your identity. You are *"fearfully and wonderfully made"* (Psalm 139:14), and your worth is not defined by your husband’s words or actions. Cling to the truth that *"the Lord is close to the brokenhearted, and saves those who have a crushed spirit"* (Psalm 34:18). If you have not already, we encourage you to pour out your heart to God in raw, honest prayer. He can handle your grief, your anger, and your exhaustion. Cry out to Him as David did: *"Hear my cry, O God. Listen to my prayer. From the end of the earth, I will call to you when my heart is overwhelmed. Lead me to the rock that is higher than I"* (Psalm 61:1-2).
Let us pray for you now:
Heavenly Father, we come before You on behalf of our sister, who is weary and wounded. Lord, You see the tears she has cried in secret, the words of anger that have pierced her heart, and the loneliness she carries. We ask You to move mightily in her husband’s heart. Soften his spirit, Lord, and convict him of the ways he has fallen short of Your design for marriage. Open his eyes to the pain he has caused, and break the cycle of anger and blame that has taken hold. Replace his heart of stone with a heart of flesh (Ezekiel 36:26), one that loves sacrificially, as Christ loves the church.
Father, we bind the spirit of depression that has sought to steal her joy and hope. We declare that *"the joy of the Lord is her strength"* (Nehemiah 8:10) and that You are restoring what the locusts have eaten (Joel 2:25). Surround her with Your peace that surpasses all understanding (Philippians 4:7), and bring godly women into her life who can speak truth and offer support. If there is bitterness or unforgiveness in her heart, Lord, uproot it and replace it with Your healing balm.
We pray for reconciliation and restoration in this marriage, but above all, we pray for Your will to be done. If there is unrepentant sin or danger, Lord, provide wisdom, protection, and a path forward that honors You. Give our sister the courage to set boundaries if necessary, and the discernment to know when to seek help. Let her find her worth in You alone, and may she experience Your love in tangible ways today.
In the mighty name of Jesus, we pray, knowing that You are able to do *"exceedingly abundantly above all that we ask or think"* (Ephesians 3:20). Amen.
Sister, we also encourage you to meditate on these truths:
- *"Cast all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you"* (1 Peter 5:7).
- *"Come to me, all you who labor and are heavily burdened, and I will give you rest"* (Matthew 11:28).
- *"The Lord is my shepherd: I shall lack nothing. He makes me lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside still waters. He restores my soul"* (Psalm 23:1-3).
If you are in a place where you feel unsafe or controlled, please reach out to a local church or a biblical counselor for support. You are not meant to walk this path alone. We are praying for you, and we trust the Lord to bring beauty from these ashes (Isaiah 61:3). Stay anchored in His Word, and let His promises be the lamp to your feet (Psalm 119:105). You are loved, seen, and fiercely fought for by the God of the universe.
Brother James
Beloved of All
Praying for you and your request in Jesus.
Do you Believe Jesus died for our sins, is Risen from the dead, is Preparing a place for us and is about to call us to join Him?
Are you watching for Jesus in the Clouds of Glory? Jesus is about to call us to join Him!
We can do everything Jesus did and more! We can speak; sickness leave in Jesus! Be healed by Jesus stripes! I am healed by Jesus stripes! Amen! Thank You Lord Jesus!
You can copy and paste this to pray every day and share...
There is nothing that happens for us that is bad. All things work for our good in Jesus! Look at everything as good!
Sing through out your days Thank You Jesus, Praise You Jesus, Glory to You Lord Jesus or anything that is on your heart to sing to Jesus! It doesn't matter how we sound, Angels will join in with us and Jesus will join in with us as well as fight for us, knock down walls for us, open locks for us, save people for us, evil will flee from us, He heals us and He will over flow His Holy Peace in us.
Praying for others on here and reading your Bible will help you tremendously.
I wanted to commit suicide once, I even came up with a plan. Right before I headed out the door I posted a prayer on here and hoping there might be help from God one last time I opened the Bible and only read take no thought for your life. I read that before at least 100 times but never really could understand how. This time I took it to heart, all right God I will end my life by not thinking about it. I take no thought, I take no thought, I take no thought over and over and over again I take no thought was my only thought that day. All of a sudden I noticed something, Jesus showed up, all my pains were gone, no neck ache, no back pain, no leg pain from many many accidents I had over the years and no pain in my heart as my wife had left me. I started singing praises and thanks to Jesus and my life has never been the same. It is our obedience to God from His Holy Instructions that makes a difference to His Power of His Promises in our lives.
Be a doer of Jesus friend, it really makes a difference! Thank You Lord Jesus!
Search the Bible for Jesus' Promises friend, do them and claim them in Jesus! Amen! Thank You Lord Jesus!
Powerful healing promise hidden in Proverbs 3:7-8, I am not wise in my own eyes, I fear You Lord, I depart from evil, especially my own evil thoughts and my flesh is healed and my body is refreshed in Jesus.
Praying for others especially in your situation will help you tremendously in yours friend.
Take no thought for your life dear friend and Jesus will take thought for you. Sing praises and thanks to Jesus and He will overflow His Holy Spirit in you and so much more. He will fight for you and give you the desires of your heart.
Pray this prayer look up the verses and pray it again with your friends and family and let's mount up with wings as eagles and soar. Soar with me.
Let Us Pray: God I ask in Jesus' name, bless me to grow closer to You. I long for a more intimate relationship with You. God I take You at Your Word, if I will draw closer to You, You will draw closer to me (James 4:8). Show me how to draw closer to You. Bless me daily to cast off and forsake my thoughts and ways for my life, and exchange them for Your thoughts and ways for my life. Let me think Your thoughts and dream Your dreams for my life. God bless me to live and walk in Your love, mercy and forgiveness (Isaiah 55:7). I confess, I will take no thought for my life. I will trust You Father God to take thought for me and take care of me (Mathew 6:25-34). I will not be wise in my own eyes, I will fear You Lord and depart from evil and my flesh will be healed and my body will be refreshed (Proverbs 3:7-8) daily. Thank You Jesus for Your Promises! Lord make me the Child of God You need me to be in Christ for all those around me and for the world to see (Psalms 128:3). Not by my might, nor by my power, but by Your Spirt Christ Jesus (Zechariah 4:6) this shall happen. And it will happen, it is happening now in Your timing, Power, Strength, Might, and Spirit, Christ Jesus. God all that I have asked of you in this prayer please do the same for all those I love, care about, and every faithful prayer warrior on this site. Thank You, Thank You, Thank You Lord Jesus, my Savior and Lord for answering this prayer with a Yes and Amen.
Bless us to sing praises and thanks to You Lord Jesus so You can fill us with the wine of the Spirit in Jesus Name, Amen.
Do you Believe Jesus died for our sins, is Risen from the dead, is Preparing a place for us and is about to call us to join Him?
Are you watching for Jesus in the Clouds of Glory? Jesus is about to call us to join Him!
We can do everything Jesus did and more! We can speak; sickness leave in Jesus! Be healed by Jesus stripes! I am healed by Jesus stripes! Amen! Thank You Lord Jesus!
You can copy and paste this to pray every day and share...
There is nothing that happens for us that is bad. All things work for our good in Jesus! Look at everything as good!
Sing through out your days Thank You Jesus, Praise You Jesus, Glory to You Lord Jesus or anything that is on your heart to sing to Jesus! It doesn't matter how we sound, Angels will join in with us and Jesus will join in with us as well as fight for us, knock down walls for us, open locks for us, save people for us, evil will flee from us, He heals us and He will over flow His Holy Peace in us.
Praying for others on here and reading your Bible will help you tremendously.
I wanted to commit suicide once, I even came up with a plan. Right before I headed out the door I posted a prayer on here and hoping there might be help from God one last time I opened the Bible and only read take no thought for your life. I read that before at least 100 times but never really could understand how. This time I took it to heart, all right God I will end my life by not thinking about it. I take no thought, I take no thought, I take no thought over and over and over again I take no thought was my only thought that day. All of a sudden I noticed something, Jesus showed up, all my pains were gone, no neck ache, no back pain, no leg pain from many many accidents I had over the years and no pain in my heart as my wife had left me. I started singing praises and thanks to Jesus and my life has never been the same. It is our obedience to God from His Holy Instructions that makes a difference to His Power of His Promises in our lives.
Be a doer of Jesus friend, it really makes a difference! Thank You Lord Jesus!
Search the Bible for Jesus' Promises friend, do them and claim them in Jesus! Amen! Thank You Lord Jesus!
Powerful healing promise hidden in Proverbs 3:7-8, I am not wise in my own eyes, I fear You Lord, I depart from evil, especially my own evil thoughts and my flesh is healed and my body is refreshed in Jesus.
Praying for others especially in your situation will help you tremendously in yours friend.
Take no thought for your life dear friend and Jesus will take thought for you. Sing praises and thanks to Jesus and He will overflow His Holy Spirit in you and so much more. He will fight for you and give you the desires of your heart.
Pray this prayer look up the verses and pray it again with your friends and family and let's mount up with wings as eagles and soar. Soar with me.
Let Us Pray: God I ask in Jesus' name, bless me to grow closer to You. I long for a more intimate relationship with You. God I take You at Your Word, if I will draw closer to You, You will draw closer to me (James 4:8). Show me how to draw closer to You. Bless me daily to cast off and forsake my thoughts and ways for my life, and exchange them for Your thoughts and ways for my life. Let me think Your thoughts and dream Your dreams for my life. God bless me to live and walk in Your love, mercy and forgiveness (Isaiah 55:7). I confess, I will take no thought for my life. I will trust You Father God to take thought for me and take care of me (Mathew 6:25-34). I will not be wise in my own eyes, I will fear You Lord and depart from evil and my flesh will be healed and my body will be refreshed (Proverbs 3:7-8) daily. Thank You Jesus for Your Promises! Lord make me the Child of God You need me to be in Christ for all those around me and for the world to see (Psalms 128:3). Not by my might, nor by my power, but by Your Spirt Christ Jesus (Zechariah 4:6) this shall happen. And it will happen, it is happening now in Your timing, Power, Strength, Might, and Spirit, Christ Jesus. God all that I have asked of you in this prayer please do the same for all those I love, care about, and every faithful prayer warrior on this site. Thank You, Thank You, Thank You Lord Jesus, my Savior and Lord for answering this prayer with a Yes and Amen.
Bless us to sing praises and thanks to You Lord Jesus so You can fill us with the wine of the Spirit in Jesus Name, Amen.
We're here with you, dear sister. We know the weight of feeling unappreciated and the hurt that comes from seeing your efforts met with anger. It's like living in a house of mirrors, where every reflection seems to blame you. But remember, you're not alone. Jesus is right there with you, carrying your burden.
We've been praying for you, asking God to open your husband's eyes to see the pain he's causing. We believe in the power of prayer, and we trust that God can soften even the hardest of hearts. Let's keep lifting him up, asking God to fill him with love, patience, and understanding.
In the meantime, we want to remind you to take care of yourself too. It's okay to feel overwhelmed, to grieve, and to be angry. God can handle all of those emotions. He's big enough for them all. So, keep pouring out your heart to Him. He's listening, and He's here to comfort you.
We're also sending you a big virtual hug. We're thinking of you, and we're here if you need to talk or if you need anything at all. You're not alone in this. We're in this together, and we're believing with you for a change in your husband's heart and for peace in your home. Keep holding on, sister. God's got this.
We've been praying for you, asking God to open your husband's eyes to see the pain he's causing. We believe in the power of prayer, and we trust that God can soften even the hardest of hearts. Let's keep lifting him up, asking God to fill him with love, patience, and understanding.
In the meantime, we want to remind you to take care of yourself too. It's okay to feel overwhelmed, to grieve, and to be angry. God can handle all of those emotions. He's big enough for them all. So, keep pouring out your heart to Him. He's listening, and He's here to comfort you.
We're also sending you a big virtual hug. We're thinking of you, and we're here if you need to talk or if you need anything at all. You're not alone in this. We're in this together, and we're believing with you for a change in your husband's heart and for peace in your home. Keep holding on, sister. God's got this.
Isaac Samuel Lubwama
Faithful Servant
I prayed for this request in Jesus Name.
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