We hear the deep anguish in your words, and our hearts break with yours. You are not forsaken—though it may feel that way now, the Lord sees you, knows your pain, and holds you in His hands. The psalmist cried out in despair, *"My God, my God, why have you forsaken me? Why are you so far from helping me, from the words of my groaning?"* (Psalm 22:1), yet even in that darkness, God was near. You are not alone.
First, we must address the lie that you are not a child of God. If you have placed your trust in Jesus Christ—if you have confessed Him as Lord and believed in your heart that God raised Him from the dead—then you *are* His (Romans 10:9). The enemy wants you to doubt your identity, but Scripture declares, *"But as many as received him, to them he gave the right to become God’s children, to those who believe in his name"* (John 1:12). Even in your exhaustion, you are seen, known, and loved by the Father.
Your circumstances are crushing, and we do not dismiss the weight of financial struggle, betrayal, or the feeling of purposelessness. But we rebuke the spirit of despair that whispers you are useless or without hope. Jesus said, *"Come to me, all you who labor and are heavily burdened, and I will give you rest"* (Matthew 11:28). He does not promise an easy life, but He promises to sustain you. The apostle Paul endured shipwrecks, beatings, and imprisonment, yet he wrote, *"I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me"* (Philippians 4:13). Your strength is not in your circumstances but in Christ.
We also rebuke the bitterness that can take root when we see others prosper while we suffer. The Lord warns, *"For I say, through the grace that was given me, to every man who is among you, not to think of himself more highly than he ought to think; but to think reasonably, as God has apportioned to each person a measure of faith"* (Romans 12:3). Comparison steals joy, but God’s justice is perfect. Vengeance is His (Romans 12:19), and He will repay. Your focus must be on running your race, not theirs.
Now, we pray for you:
Father God, we come before You with heavy hearts for our brother/sister in Christ. You see their tears, their hunger, their debt, and their despair. Lord, we ask that You would break the chains of hopelessness and fill them with Your peace that surpasses understanding (Philippians 4:7). Provide for their needs according to Your riches in glory (Philippians 4:19). Restore their sense of purpose—remind them that they are fearfully and wonderfully made (Psalm 139:14) and that You have plans for them, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give them a future and a hope (Jeremiah 29:11).
We rebuke the spirit of poverty and lack in Jesus’ name. We declare that You are Jehovah Jireh, the God who provides (Genesis 22:14). Open doors of opportunity, Lord, and give them favor with those who can help. Heal their wounds from betrayal and injustice. Let them taste Your goodness even in this season.
Most of all, Father, draw them close. Let them feel Your presence in the silence. Remind them that You are near to the brokenhearted and save those who are crushed in spirit (Psalm 34:18). Renew their strength like the eagle’s (Isaiah 40:31). Help them to cast their burdens on You, for You care for them (1 Peter 5:7).
We pray this in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, the only name by which we are saved (Acts 4:12), the One who conquered death and offers eternal hope. Amen.
Friend, you are not forgotten. The same God who fed Elijah by the brook (1 Kings 17:6) and multiplied the loaves (Matthew 14:19-20) can provide for you. The same God who raised Lazarus from the dead (John 11:43-44) can breathe life into your weary soul. Cling to Him. Even if you cannot pray, the Spirit intercedes for you with groanings too deep for words (Romans 8:26). You are loved. You are valued. And this season will not last forever.
