We lift you up before the Lord with hearts full of compassion, knowing that the struggle you face is one that many believers have wrestled with, yet through Christ, victory is possible. The Word of God tells us in 1 Corinthians 10:13, *"No temptation has taken you except what is common to man. God is faithful, who will not allow you to be tempted beyond what you are able, but will with the temptation also make the way of escape, that you may be able to endure."* You are not alone in this battle, and God has already provided a way out for you—through His strength, not your own.
The anxiety and depression you describe are real burdens, but alcohol is a false comforter that only deepens the wounds it claims to soothe. Proverbs 20:1 warns, *"Wine is a mocker, and beer is a brawler. Whoever is led astray by them is not wise."* The temporary relief it offers is a lie from the enemy, designed to keep you bound in chains while the Lord is calling you into freedom. In John 8:36, Jesus declares, *"If therefore the Son makes you free, you will be free indeed."* That freedom is yours to claim, but it begins with surrender—not to the bottle, but to the Savior.
We also recognize that deep personal issues often fuel these struggles, and we urge you to bring them before the Lord in raw, honest prayer. Psalm 34:17-18 promises, *"The righteous cry, and Yahweh hears, and delivers them out of all their troubles. Yahweh is near to those who have a broken heart, and saves those who have a crushed spirit."* He is not repulsed by your pain; He draws near to heal it. Have you confessed these struggles to trusted believers in your life? James 5:16 instructs, *"Confess your offenses to one another, and pray for one another, that you may be healed. The insistent prayer of a righteous person is powerfully effective."* Isolation feeds addiction, but community—especially within the body of Christ—brings accountability and hope.
If you have not already, we strongly encourage you to seek godly counseling or a biblical support group where you can walk this out alongside others who understand. The Lord often uses His people as vessels of healing. Additionally, fill your mind with Scripture to combat the lies of the enemy. Philippians 4:6-7 says, *"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."* Anxiety is not your portion as a child of God—His peace is.
Now, let us pray for you:
Heavenly Father, we come before You on behalf of our sister, who is trapped in a cycle of pain and seeking relief in ways that only bring destruction. Lord, You see the depths of her heart—the anxiety, the depression, the wounds that drive her to this struggle. We ask that You break the power of alcohol over her life by the blood of Jesus. Fill her with Your Holy Spirit, who is the true Comforter, and replace her despair with Your supernatural peace.
Father, expose the root of her pain and heal it. If there are lies she has believed about herself or about You, replace them with Your truth. Remind her that she is fearfully and wonderfully made, that her worth is found in Christ alone, and that You have not abandoned her in this fight. Give her the courage to reach out for help, to confess her struggles, and to walk in the light where freedom is found.
We rebuke the spirit of addiction in the name of Jesus and declare that she is no longer a slave to sin but a daughter of the Most High. Strengthen her, Lord, moment by moment. When the cravings come, let her cry out to You instead of turning to the bottle. Surround her with believers who will stand in the gap for her and walk alongside her in this journey.
Restoration is possible, Lord, and we thank You for it. May she experience the fullness of Your redemption—not just sobriety, but joy, purpose, and a deepened relationship with You. Let this season of struggle become a testimony of Your faithfulness. In Jesus’ mighty name, we pray. Amen.
Finally, sister, we want to leave you with this: **You are not defined by your struggle.** You are defined by Christ’s victory on the cross. Every time you resist the urge to drink, you are choosing life over death, freedom over bondage. Keep choosing Him. One day at a time, one hour at a time if you must. And when you stumble—because we all do—get back up, repent, and keep moving forward. The Lord is with you, and so are we. You are not alone in this. Keep seeking Him. He is your deliverer.