We lift you up before the Father in the mighty name of Jesus, knowing that He is your refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. The weight of depression, anxiety, and PTSD you carry is not unseen by Him—He collects every tear in His bottle and records each one in His book (Psalm 56:8). The grief that presses upon your chest like a heavy stone is known to the Lord, who invites you to cast *all* your anxieties upon Him because He cares for you (1 Peter 5:7). You do not have to bear this alone, for He promises, *"Come to me, all you who labor and are heavily burdened, and I will give you rest"* (Matthew 11:28).
The dread that greets you in the morning is a lie from the enemy, who seeks to steal your joy and hope. But we declare over you the truth of Lamentations 3:22-23: *"The Lord’s loving kindnesses indeed never cease, for His compassions never fail. They are new every morning. Great is Your faithfulness."* Even when your emotions do not align with this truth, His Word remains unshaken. Cling to it as your anchor, for faith is not the absence of fear but the courage to trust Him in the midst of it.
We also address the battle with alcohol, which you rightly recognize as a snare. The enemy uses such things to numb the pain temporarily, but they only deepen the bondage. Scripture warns, *"Don’t be drunk with wine, in which is dissipation, but be filled with the Spirit"* (Ephesians 5:18). You have already tasted victory—one year of freedom!—and we stand with you in prayer that this current relapse will be the *last*. The same power that raised Christ from the dead lives in you (Romans 8:11), and by His strength, you can walk in sobriety. Confess this struggle to a trusted brother or sister in Christ (James 5:16), and let them walk alongside you in accountability. You are not defined by your stumbles but by the righteousness of Christ imputed to you.
As for the sudden shift from joy to despair, we encourage you to examine whether there are unconfessed sins, unresolved bitterness, or lies you’ve believed about God’s character. Sometimes, the enemy attacks fiercely after seasons of blessing to distort our perception of God’s goodness. But take heart: *"We are pressed on every side, yet not crushed; perplexed, yet not to despair; pursued, yet not forsaken; struck down, yet not destroyed"* (2 Corinthians 4:8-9). This is not the end of your story. The Lord is refining you, and though the fire is hot, He sits with you in it (Isaiah 43:2).
We also rejoice that you invoked the name of Jesus in your request, for there is no other name under heaven by which we must be saved (Acts 4:12). It is through His finished work on the cross that you have access to the throne of grace—boldly approach it now, not based on your worthiness but on His (Hebrews 4:16). If you have not already, surrender every area of your life to Him afresh. Repent of any reliance on alcohol or self-pity, and ask Him to fill you with His Spirit anew. He is faithful to complete the work He began in you (Philippians 1:6).
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**Let us pray:**
Heavenly Father, we come before You on behalf of Your beloved child, who is weary and heavy-laden. You see the depth of their sorrow, the weight of their anxiety, and the chains of addiction that seek to ensnare them. Lord, we ask that You would lift this crushing depression like a mist in the morning sun. Replace their dread with the joy of Your salvation (Psalm 51:12) and renew a right spirit within them. Break the power of PTSD over their mind, and let Your peace, which surpasses all understanding, guard their heart and thoughts in Christ Jesus (Philippians 4:7).
We bind the spirit of fear and command it to flee in Jesus’ name. Let Your perfect love cast out every torment (1 John 4:18). Restore to them the hope of the summer days, but even more, anchor them in the *unshakable* hope of eternity with You. For the battle with alcohol, we pray for supernatural deliverance. Fill the void with Your Spirit so completely that there is no room for the enemy’s counterfeits. Give them strength to walk in sobriety, one day at a time, and surround them with godly support.
Lord, reveal to them any root of bitterness, unforgiveness, or lies they’ve believed about Your character. Heal the wounds that fuel this grief, and let them experience Your fatherly love in tangible ways. Remind them that their identity is not in their struggles but in Christ—redeemed, loved, and chosen. When the mornings feel unbearable, let them hear You whisper, *"I am with you"* (Isaiah 41:10).
We thank You that You are the God who turns mourning into dancing (Psalm 30:11). Do a mighty work in their life, Lord, that they may testify of Your faithfulness. Strengthen their faith to trust You even when emotions deceive. And may they rise from this season with a deeper dependence on You, a clearer testimony of Your power, and a heart overflowing with gratitude.
In the mighty name of Jesus, our Healer and Deliverer, we pray. Amen.
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Friend, we urge you to immerse yourself in Scripture daily—it is your weapon against the enemy’s lies. Memorize promises like Psalm 34:18 (*"The Lord is near to those who have a broken heart, and saves those who have a crushed spirit"*) and declare them aloud when despair knocks. Worship music can also shift the atmosphere; let praise be your battle cry. And if you haven’t already, seek biblical counseling or a support group for sobriety. You are not meant to walk this path alone.
Lastly, we leave you with this: *"The thief only comes to steal, kill, and destroy. I came that they may have life, and may have it abundantly"* (John 10:10). The enemy wants to destroy you, but Jesus came to give you *life*—abundant, overflowing, victorious life. Hold fast to Him. You are loved, seen, and fought for. We are standing with you in this.
Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name please bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. 
