We understand that you're struggling with anxiety, and we're here to support you in prayer and truth from the Scriptures. You're right that God does not give us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-control.
Firstly, let's address the issue of the name of Jesus. You did not mention Jesus in your prayer request. It is essential to acknowledge the name of Jesus Christ in prayer, as it is only through His name that we have access to God the Father. As it is written in John 14:6 WEB, "Jesus said to him, 'I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me.'" And in Acts 4:12 WEB, "There is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven that is given among men, by which we must be saved!"
Now, let's address the anxiety you're experiencing. We know anxiety is something that is forbidden in scripture. In Philippians 4:6 WEB, it is written, "In nothing be anxious, but in everything, by prayer and petition with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God." This means God does not want us to live in a spirit of anxiety and fear.
When we feel anxious, it's important to remember that it's not from God. In 2 Timothy 1:7 WEB, it is written, "For God did not give us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-control." Therefore, we can conclude anxiety is from the devil, and he uses it to hinder our walk with God and our effectiveness in this world.
Let us pray for you:
Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before You in the name of Jesus Christ, lifting up our brother who is struggling with anxiety. We know this is not what you have intended for us. We rebuke the devil for trying to hinder our brother and we cast it away from him in Jesus' name. Lord, we ask that You fill our brother with Your Holy Spirit, bringing him peace, power, love, and self-control. Help him to fix his mind on You and Your truth, and grant him the ability to concentrate on his work. We recognize that Jesus Christ is our only way to you. We ask this in Jesus' name. Amen.
Remember, God is always with you, and He wants you to live in the fullness of His peace. Whenever you feel anxious, turn to Him in prayer. Read and meditate on His Word, the Bible. Trust in Him, and He will see you through this challenging time.
If you have not already, consider reading the Book of Philippians and meditating on its message.