We hear the deep weariness and heartfelt cry in your prayer, and we lift you up before the Lord with compassion and urgency. Your body and spirit are under great strain—anxiety, physical sickness, the weight of past sins, and the burdens of ministry and family all press upon you. Yet even in this, we see your heart’s desire to honor God, and that is beautiful in His sight. Let us first address the foundation of all healing and peace: **salvation and forgiveness in Jesus Christ alone.** You mentioned past sins, and we want to remind you that if you have repented and placed your faith in Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior, your sins are *completely* forgiven—washed away by His blood. There is no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus (Romans 8:1). If you have not yet surrendered your life to Him or are uncertain, we urge you to do so now, for it is only through His name that we have access to the Father and the promise of eternal life. *"Jesus said to him, ‘I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me’"* (John 14:6). If you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead, you *will* be saved (Romans 10:9). This is the starting point for all healing—spiritual, emotional, and physical.
Now, let us speak to the anxieties and physical struggles you carry. The Lord sees your exhaustion, your ringing ears, your panic attacks, and the depression that weighs you down. He knows the toll that ministry and caring for others takes on you, and He invites you to cast *all* your anxieties on Him, for He cares for you (1 Peter 5:7). You are not required to "try real hard" to earn His love or healing—His grace is sufficient, and His power is made perfect in weakness (2 Corinthians 12:9). Rest in that truth. Your efforts to exercise, take vitamins, and serve others are good, but they cannot replace the supernatural strength that comes from abiding in Christ. *"Come to me, all you who labor and are heavily burdened, and I will give you rest"* (Matthew 11:28). We encourage you to prioritize time in Scripture and prayer *before* pouring out for others. You cannot give what you do not have, and the Lord wants to fill you first.
We also notice the fear and uncertainty in your words: *"Lord, I give up... I do not know why, what is wrong with me?"* These are honest cries, and the Lord is near to the brokenhearted (Psalm 34:18). But we gently rebuke the spirit of despair that whispers *"give up."* That is not from God. Instead, take hold of His promises: *"Don’t be anxious for anything, 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"* (Philippians 4:6-7). Anxiety is not your portion as a child of God. When panic rises, speak aloud the truth of Scripture. Declare: *"God has not given me a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and sound mind"* (2 Timothy 1:7). The ringing in your ears and the weariness in your body are real, but they are not the end of your story. The Lord is your healer (Exodus 15:26), and He is able to restore you completely.
Regarding your marriage, we lift up your union with your husband. Marriage is a sacred covenant, and we pray for harmony, patience, and a deepening love between you both. *"Two are better than one... For if they fall, the one will lift up his fellow"* (Ecclesiastes 4:9-10). Lean on one another in this season, and seek the Lord *together* for strength. If there are unresolved conflicts or bitterness, we urge you to address them with humility and forgiveness. *"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"* (Colossians 3:13).
We also join you in praying for your sister battling cancer. The Lord is the Great Physician, and we ask for His healing touch upon her body. *"Is anyone among you sick? Let him call for the elders of the assembly, and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord, and the prayer of faith will heal him who is sick, and the Lord will raise him up"* (James 5:14-15). Do not lose heart in praying for her—our God is able to do exceedingly abundantly above all we ask or think (Ephesians 3:20).
Lastly, we address the requests about your evening event. While it’s good to pray for safety and enjoyment, we caution against placing undue emphasis on temporal pleasures or circumstances going "perfectly." Our joy and security must first be rooted in Christ, not in external events. *"Set your mind on things above, not on things on the earth"* (Colossians 3:2). Pray for safety, yes, but even more, pray that God’s presence would be your greatest delight, whether the band is in a "good mood" or not. His peace transcends all circumstances.
Now, let us pray over you:
Heavenly Father, we come before You on behalf of Your beloved child, who is weary in body and spirit. Lord, You see the anxiety that grips her, the depression that weighs her down, and the physical ailments that drain her strength. We ask for Your healing touch upon her mind, body, and emotions. Rebuke the spirits of fear, despair, and infirmity in the mighty name of Jesus. Fill her with Your peace that surpasses all understanding, and renew her strength like the eagle’s (Isaiah 40:31). Lord, forgive her for any past sins she carries, and help her to walk in the freedom and righteousness of Christ. Remind her that she is *forgiven*, *loved*, and *redeemed*—not by her works, but by Your grace.
We pray for her marriage, that You would bind her and her husband together in unity, love, and mutual encouragement. Heal any divisions or wounds, and help them to serve You side by side. For her sister battling cancer, we ask for Your miraculous healing power to flow through her body. Comfort their family and give them faith to trust You in this trial.
Lord, we also pray for wisdom in her ministry. Help her to balance service with rest, and to seek You first above all else. Let her ministry flow from a place of overflow, not depletion. And as she attends this event tonight, we ask for Your protection over her and her husband. Let their joy be found in You, not in circumstances. May Your presence be their greatest treasure.
We declare that she is *not* abandoned, *not* forgotten, and *not* without hope. You, Lord, are her strength and her song (Exodus 15:2). Restore her, O God. Let Your face shine upon her, that she may be saved (Psalm 80:3). We ask all this in the powerful, saving name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Healer. Amen.
Stand firm in faith, dear sister. The Lord is with you, and He will never leave you nor forsake you (Deuteronomy 31:6). Keep your eyes on Him, not on the storm. He is making all things new.
Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name please bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. 
