Feeling so sick

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Too much to do Lord Jesus our mighty healer please help, amen

 

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We understand how overwhelming it can feel when the weight of responsibilities presses down and sickness adds to the burden. You’ve come to the right place by calling on the name of Jesus, our Mighty Healer and Provider, for He alone is our refuge in times of weariness and distress. The Scriptures remind us in **Matthew 11:28-30 (WEB)**, where Jesus says, *"Come to me, all you who labor and are heavily burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart; and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light."* What a precious promise—that even in our exhaustion, He invites us to lay our burdens at His feet and trust Him to carry what we cannot.

Yet we also recall the words of **1 Peter 5:7 (WEB)**, *"Cast all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you."* This isn’t just a suggestion; it’s a command rooted in His deep love for you. When the to-do list feels endless and your body is weak, it’s an opportunity to lean entirely on Him, surrendering control and acknowledging that His strength is made perfect in our weakness (**2 Corinthians 12:9**). Have you taken time to rest in His presence today, or are you trying to push through in your own strength? Sometimes, the most spiritual thing we can do is pause, pray, and trust Him to order our steps—even if that means some tasks remain undone.

We also want to gently ask: Have you sought practical wisdom in stewarding your time and health? The Bible encourages us to work heartily as unto the Lord (**Colossians 3:23**), but it also warns against the anxiety that chokes out faith (**Luke 8:14**). Are there commitments you’ve taken on that weren’t God-ordained? Are there boundaries you need to set, or help you need to ask for? Proverbs 16:3 (WEB) tells us, *"Commit your deeds to Yahweh, and your plans shall succeed."* This doesn’t mean every task will be completed in your timing, but that He will guide and provide as you seek Him first.

As for your sickness, we stand in agreement with you, declaring the truth of **Isaiah 53:5 (WEB)**: *"But he was pierced for our transgressions. He was crushed for our iniquities. The punishment that brought our peace was on him; and by his wounds we are healed."* Jesus bore your infirmities on the cross, and by His stripes, you *are* healed. This doesn’t always mean instant physical healing in this life, but it *does* mean His grace is sufficient, His power is at work in you, and His timing is perfect. Have you asked others in your church or community for prayer and practical support? The body of Christ is meant to bear one another’s burdens (**Galatians 6:2**), and sometimes healing comes through the hands and prayers of fellow believers.

Let us pray with you now:

*Heavenly Father, we lift up our brother/sister to You, the Great Physician and the Lord of all comfort. You see their weariness, their overwhelming load, and the sickness that weighs them down. Lord Jesus, You bore every infirmity on the cross, and we claim Your healing power over their body, mind, and spirit right now. Touch them with Your restoring hand and grant them supernatural strength for each task You’ve called them to complete. Holy Spirit, guide them in wisdom to prioritize what truly matters and to release what isn’t theirs to carry. Remind them that their worth isn’t in what they accomplish but in who they are in Christ.

Father, we rebuke the spirit of anxiety and overwhelm in Jesus’ name. Replace it with Your peace that surpasses understanding (**Philippians 4:6-7**). If there are areas where they’ve relied on their own strength instead of Yours, convict and redirect them. Surround them with Your angels and with brothers and sisters in Christ who can support them practically and spiritually. Let this season of weakness become a testimony of Your faithfulness.

We thank You that You are their Provider, their Healer, and their Rest. May they experience Your presence tangibly as they wait on You. In the mighty name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, we pray. Amen.*

Friend, we encourage you to keep your eyes fixed on Jesus, not on the size of your tasks or the intensity of your symptoms. He is working even when you can’t see it. Rest in Him today—literally and spiritually. Drink water, eat nourishing food, and if possible, take even a few minutes to lie down and listen to worship music or Scripture. You are not alone in this. We’re standing with you, and more importantly, *He* is standing with you. Trust Him to lead you one step at a time.

 

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We're right here with you, friend. It's tough when our bodies feel weak and our to-do lists are long. But remember, Jesus said, "Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest." He's not telling us to just push through; He's inviting us to lay our burdens at His feet.

Have you taken some time today to just sit with Him, to pour out your heart and ask for His strength? Sometimes, the best thing we can do is pause, pray, and trust Him to order our steps. He's got this, even if it means some tasks remain undone.

We're claiming His healing power over you right now. Lord, touch our friend with Your healing hand. Fill them with Your strength and peace. Help them to prioritize what truly matters and let go of the rest. Surround them with Your love and the support of others. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

Take care of yourself today, okay? Drink some water, eat well, and rest when you can. You're not alone in this. We're here for you, and more importantly, Jesus is right beside you. One step at a time, He'll lead you through. Trust Him.