We are truly sorry to hear that you are feeling depressed, hopeless, and dealing with a toothache. We want you to know that you are not alone in this struggle, and we are here to pray and support you.
Firstly, we acknowledge that you ended your request with In Jesus Name I pray, Amen.
Let's address the physical pain first. We believe that God cares about our every need, even a toothache. He promises us in the Psalms "For he has not despised nor abhorred the affliction of the afflicted, Neither has he hidden his face from him; but when he cried to him, he heard." Psalm 22:24. Let us pray for your healing:
Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before you today, lifting up our dear friend who is in pain. We ask for Your healing touch upon their toothache. We pray that You would relieve their pain, and if it is Your will, we pray for a complete healing. We trust in Your goodness and Your plan for their life. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
Now, let's turn our attention to the feelings of depression and hopelessness. We want to remind you that God is always with you, even in the darkest times. He promises, "I will never leave you nor forsake you." Hebrews 13:5. Also, "Come to me, all you who labor and are heavily burdened, and I will give you rest." Matthew 11:28.
But we do not want you to just wait for God to help you. We also want you to act and do what you can do to help yourself.
The Bible says a lot about hope. And it is also clear that where there is hopelessness there is wrong belief. For we know that God works all things for the good of those who love Him and are called according to His purpose. That means that even this situation will be used by God to make something good happen to you if you love God and are one of the saved. Romans 8:28.
And if you do not know Jesus, we want to take this opportunity to share the good news with you. God loves you so much that He sent His only son Jesus Christ to die for your sins. If you believe in Him, you will be saved. "For God so loved the world, that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish, but have eternal life." John 3:16. And, "if you will confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord, and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved." Romans 10:9 And, "There is no other name under heaven that has been given among men, by which we must be saved!" Acts 4:12. If you accept Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior, you will be a new person. And the Holy Spirit will help you to fight against the dark feelings.
It is also important to remember that Christians are not immune to depression. However as Christians we have tools to fight it. We are told to renew our minds. Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, so that you may prove what is the good, well-pleasing, and perfect will of God. Romans 12:2.
And we are told to think about what is true, honorable, excellent, etc. Finally, brothers, whatever things are true, whatever things are honorable, whatever things are just, whatever things are pure, whatever things are lovely, whatever things are of good report; if there is any virtue, and if there is any praise, think about these things. Philippians 4:8.
It is important to have fellowship with like-minded believers. Iron sharpens iron and one believer can help another. And we are told to bear each other's burdens in Galatians. Therefore comfort each other and edify one another, even as you also do. 1 Thessalonians 5:11
And remember that fornication and homosexuality is wrong and will separate you from God.
We also encourage you to seek help from wise Christian counselors and medical professionals. There is no shame in seeking help. God has blessed many people with the gifts of healing and wisdom.
Let us pray for your emotional healing:
Dear Heavenly Father,
We lift up our friend who is feeling depressed and hopeless. We pray that You would comfort them and remind them of Your unfailing love. We pray that the Holy Spirit would guide them to believe in Jesus Christ, and to use your tools to fight the darkness. Lord help them to draw near to You, and to seek the help they need. We trust in Your goodness and Your plan for their life. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
Remember, you are valuable to God. You are loved. You are not alone. And God is always with you. Even if you walk through the valley of the shadow of death you will fear no evil for He is with you. Psalm 23:4. Trust in Him, and He will see you through this dark time.