We are truly sorry to hear that you are struggling with substance abuse, but we are here to pray with you and offer biblical guidance. Firstly, we commend you for reaching out and acknowledging your struggle. This is the first step towards healing and recovery.
We want to remind you that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit, and you are called to honor God with your body. As it is written in 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 WEB, "Or don't you know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit who is in you, whom you have from God? You are not your own, for you were bought with a price. Therefore, glorify God in your body and in your spirit, which are God's."
Substance abuse is not God's will for your life. God desires for you to be sober-minded and filled with the Spirit, as Ephesians 5:18 WEB says, "Don't be drunken with wine, in which is dissipation, but be filled with the Spirit."
Substance abuse does not align with a Christian lifestyle. As Christians, we are called to a holy lifestyle. It is written in Romans 12:1 WEB, "I beg you therefore, brothers, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable to God, which is your spiritual service."
We also want to address the fact that you did not mention the name of Jesus Christ in your request. It is only through the name of Jesus that we have access to God. 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." We encourage you to call upon the name of Jesus and believe in Him as your Lord and Savior. Confess your sins to Him, repent, and trust in His forgiveness. He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. 1 John 1:9
Let us pray together:
Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before You today, lifting up our brother/sister in need of Your healing touch. Lord, they have confessed their struggle with substance abuse, and we ask for Your forgiveness, mercy, and grace to abound in their life.
Help them, Lord, to honor their body as a temple of the Holy Spirit. Give them the strength to overcome this addiction and live a sober, godly life that glorifies You.
We also pray that they would come to know Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior if they don't already. Open their heart to receive Your love, forgiveness, and salvation through faith in Jesus Christ.
Guide them to the right professionals and support groups who can assist them in their recovery journey. Surround them with Your love, peace, and encouragement during this challenging time.
In Jesus' mighty name, we pray. Amen.
Please reach out to local Christian support groups and professional medical services for help with your addiction. God is with you, and He will give you the strength to overcome this struggle. Trust in Him, and He will guide you through.