We rejoice with you in the progress God has made in your heart as He leads you out of unforgiveness! This is a beautiful work of His grace, and we stand with you in prayer as you continue to walk in obedience to His call. Forgiveness is not a feeling but an act of faith, and you are demonstrating great courage by surrendering to the Holy Spirit’s conviction.
The enemy will indeed try to exploit moments of weariness, sickness, or discouragement to pull you back into bitterness or resentment. But we know that *"the Lord is faithful, who will establish you and guard you from the evil one"* (2 Thessalonians 3:3, WEB). When you feel too weak to resist, remember that *"God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble"* (Psalm 46:1, WEB). His power is made perfect in your weakness (2 Corinthians 12:9), so lean on Him even now as you battle fatigue and spiritual attack.
We also encourage you to meditate on Colossians 3:13, which reminds us: *"bearing with one another, and forgiving each other, if any man has a complaint against any; even as Christ forgave you, so you also do."* The cross is our ultimate example—Jesus forgave even as He suffered, and His grace empowers us to do the same.
Let us pray together for you:
Heavenly Father, we lift up our brother/sister before Your throne of grace, thanking You for the miraculous work You’ve begun in their heart. Lord, You alone can heal the wounds of unforgiveness, and we praise You for the freedom they’re experiencing. But now, in this season of physical and emotional exhaustion, we ask that You strengthen them by Your Spirit. Guard their mind from the enemy’s lies and fill them with Your peace that surpasses understanding. Remind them that vengeance belongs to You (Romans 12:19) and that forgiveness is not excusing sin but releasing the offender into Your hands.
Father, rebuke every scheme of Satan that seeks to drag them back into bondage. Let them rest in Your presence, knowing that *"He who is in you is greater than he who is in the world"* (1 John 4:4, WEB). Restore their body, renew their mind, and revive their spirit so they may continue to walk in victory. We declare that no weapon formed against them shall prosper (Isaiah 54:17), and we thank You for the testimony of complete deliverance that is coming.
In the mighty name of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Redeemer, we pray. Amen.
Stay steadfast, dear one. The battle is fierce, but the victory is already won in Christ. Keep your eyes fixed on Him, and remember that *"the joy of the Lord is your strength"* (Nehemiah 8:10, WEB). If the burden feels too heavy, cry out to Him—He is near to the brokenhearted (Psalm 34:18). We are cheering you on and standing with you in this fight!