Help for depression
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We lift you up before the Father in this moment, dear brother or sister, knowing the deep weight of sorrow and heaviness you carry. Depression is a real and painful struggle, but we want you to know that you are not alone—God sees you, loves you, and longs to bring you comfort and hope. The enemy seeks to steal, kill, and destroy (John 10:10), but Jesus came to give life abundantly. Let us stand together in prayer and truth against this burden.
The Scriptures remind us that even in our lowest moments, God is near to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit (Psalm 34:18). He is the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our affliction (2 Corinthians 1:3-4). You may feel overwhelmed, but the Lord promises to uphold you with His righteous right hand (Isaiah 41:10). Cast all your cares upon Him, for He cares for you (1 Peter 5:7). This is not just a suggestion—it is a command and a promise. He is strong enough to carry what feels too heavy for you.
We also encourage you to examine your heart and mind in light of Scripture. Depression can sometimes stem from unconfessed sin, bitterness, unforgiveness, or a lack of trust in God’s sovereignty. Are there areas in your life where you need to repent or surrender to Him? The Lord calls us to renew our minds with His truth (Romans 12:2). Fill your heart with His Word, worship, and fellowship with believers who can encourage you. Isolation can deepen despair, but community and prayer can bring healing.
If you have not already, we urge you to seek godly counsel—whether from a pastor, a mature believer, or a biblical counselor. Sometimes, depression can have physical or situational causes that require wisdom and support. But remember, ultimate healing comes from the Lord. He is the Great Physician, and nothing is too difficult for Him.
Let us pray for you now:
Heavenly Father, we come before You on behalf of Your child who is burdened by depression. Lord, You know the depths of their pain, the weight they carry, and the tears they have shed. We ask You to lift this heaviness from them and replace it with Your peace that surpasses all understanding. Fill them with the joy of Your salvation and restore to them the hope that comes from knowing You.
Father, we rebuke the spirit of despair and oppression in the name of Jesus. Satan has no authority here—this life belongs to You. We declare that Your light will shine in the darkness, and Your truth will set them free. Break every chain of hopelessness and fill them with Your love and purpose.
Lord, if there is any sin, bitterness, or unbelief in their heart, reveal it to them and grant them the strength to repent and surrender fully to You. Draw them closer to Yourself through this trial. Surround them with Your presence and Your people who can speak life into their soul.
We ask for wisdom for them, Father—whether it’s in seeking counsel, making lifestyle changes, or simply resting in Your promises. Give them the grace to take one step at a time, trusting You with each moment.
Thank You, Lord, that You are their refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble (Psalm 46:1). We trust You to work all things together for their good and Your glory. In the mighty name of Jesus, we pray. Amen.
Stay anchored in His Word, dear one. Read Psalm 42 and 43—let David’s cries to God in his own despair remind you that even in the darkest nights, hope remains in the Lord. He is your hope, your deliverer, and your ever-present help. Keep seeking Him, and do not lose heart. We are standing with you in prayer.
The Scriptures remind us that even in our lowest moments, God is near to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit (Psalm 34:18). He is the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our affliction (2 Corinthians 1:3-4). You may feel overwhelmed, but the Lord promises to uphold you with His righteous right hand (Isaiah 41:10). Cast all your cares upon Him, for He cares for you (1 Peter 5:7). This is not just a suggestion—it is a command and a promise. He is strong enough to carry what feels too heavy for you.
We also encourage you to examine your heart and mind in light of Scripture. Depression can sometimes stem from unconfessed sin, bitterness, unforgiveness, or a lack of trust in God’s sovereignty. Are there areas in your life where you need to repent or surrender to Him? The Lord calls us to renew our minds with His truth (Romans 12:2). Fill your heart with His Word, worship, and fellowship with believers who can encourage you. Isolation can deepen despair, but community and prayer can bring healing.
If you have not already, we urge you to seek godly counsel—whether from a pastor, a mature believer, or a biblical counselor. Sometimes, depression can have physical or situational causes that require wisdom and support. But remember, ultimate healing comes from the Lord. He is the Great Physician, and nothing is too difficult for Him.
Let us pray for you now:
Heavenly Father, we come before You on behalf of Your child who is burdened by depression. Lord, You know the depths of their pain, the weight they carry, and the tears they have shed. We ask You to lift this heaviness from them and replace it with Your peace that surpasses all understanding. Fill them with the joy of Your salvation and restore to them the hope that comes from knowing You.
Father, we rebuke the spirit of despair and oppression in the name of Jesus. Satan has no authority here—this life belongs to You. We declare that Your light will shine in the darkness, and Your truth will set them free. Break every chain of hopelessness and fill them with Your love and purpose.
Lord, if there is any sin, bitterness, or unbelief in their heart, reveal it to them and grant them the strength to repent and surrender fully to You. Draw them closer to Yourself through this trial. Surround them with Your presence and Your people who can speak life into their soul.
We ask for wisdom for them, Father—whether it’s in seeking counsel, making lifestyle changes, or simply resting in Your promises. Give them the grace to take one step at a time, trusting You with each moment.
Thank You, Lord, that You are their refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble (Psalm 46:1). We trust You to work all things together for their good and Your glory. In the mighty name of Jesus, we pray. Amen.
Stay anchored in His Word, dear one. Read Psalm 42 and 43—let David’s cries to God in his own despair remind you that even in the darkest nights, hope remains in the Lord. He is your hope, your deliverer, and your ever-present help. Keep seeking Him, and do not lose heart. We are standing with you in prayer.
We're here with you, friend. We know depression can feel like a heavy, dark cloud that's hard to shake off. But remember, even in the darkest times, God is right there with you. He sees you, He loves you, and He's walking through this with you, step by step.
We want to encourage you to keep holding on to God's promises. He's promised to never leave or forsake you (Hebrews 13:5), and He's promised to give you the strength to endure (1 Corinthians 10:13). Trust in Him, even when it's hard. He's got you, and He's working all things together for your good (Romans 8:28).
Keep talking to Him, even if it's just a whisper. He's listening. And keep seeking Him in His Word. It's a lamp to our feet and a light to our path (Psalm 119:105). It might feel like baby steps, but every step towards Him makes a difference.
We're praying for you, dear one. That God would fill you with His peace, that He would reveal any areas in your heart that need His healing touch, and that He would surround you with His love and presence. We're here for you too, so please reach out if you need someone to talk to or pray with.
Keep looking up, friend. The best is yet to come. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
We want to encourage you to keep holding on to God's promises. He's promised to never leave or forsake you (Hebrews 13:5), and He's promised to give you the strength to endure (1 Corinthians 10:13). Trust in Him, even when it's hard. He's got you, and He's working all things together for your good (Romans 8:28).
Keep talking to Him, even if it's just a whisper. He's listening. And keep seeking Him in His Word. It's a lamp to our feet and a light to our path (Psalm 119:105). It might feel like baby steps, but every step towards Him makes a difference.
We're praying for you, dear one. That God would fill you with His peace, that He would reveal any areas in your heart that need His healing touch, and that He would surround you with His love and presence. We're here for you too, so please reach out if you need someone to talk to or pray with.
Keep looking up, friend. The best is yet to come. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
Cinu
Beloved of All
Lord, we pray for this prayer and family for blessings healing and salvation. Heal and bless. May their lives be a praise and glory unto thee.
Come to the Lord's holy presence. Seek him with all your heart. Cling to his Word and meditate on it moment by moment by positive thoughts and joy in the heart (James 1:2-4), knowing that the Lord is good and to him be all the praise. Seek first God's kingdom and his righteousness (Matthew 6:33). Even though life may feel hard, the Lord's hand will be on you, and he will answer in his time. I am praying for you. Amen.
Some resources that might help.
Needs: - But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19(KJV)
Salvation: - So they said "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and you will be saved you and your household." Acts 16:31(NKJV)
Healing: - But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, And by His stripes we are healed. Isaiah 53:5(NKJV)
Fulfillment by the Holy Spirit: - Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts. Zechariah 4:6(KJV)
Persecutions: - But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you, Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you. Luke 6:27-28(KJV)
Help in Prayer
Dwelling and Thriving in God’s grace where everything happens for good (Romans 8:28)
Pray that the Lord may open the eyes of the nations affected by coronavirus (Specifically forces against God’s people)
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Be a Prayer Warrior: “Praying for others”
Come to the Lord's holy presence. Seek him with all your heart. Cling to his Word and meditate on it moment by moment by positive thoughts and joy in the heart (James 1:2-4), knowing that the Lord is good and to him be all the praise. Seek first God's kingdom and his righteousness (Matthew 6:33). Even though life may feel hard, the Lord's hand will be on you, and he will answer in his time. I am praying for you. Amen.
Some resources that might help.
Needs: - But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19(KJV)
Salvation: - So they said "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and you will be saved you and your household." Acts 16:31(NKJV)
Healing: - But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, And by His stripes we are healed. Isaiah 53:5(NKJV)
Fulfillment by the Holy Spirit: - Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts. Zechariah 4:6(KJV)
Persecutions: - But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you, Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you. Luke 6:27-28(KJV)
Help in Prayer
Dwelling and Thriving in God’s grace where everything happens for good (Romans 8:28)
Pray that the Lord may open the eyes of the nations affected by coronavirus (Specifically forces against God’s people)
sermons
Be a Prayer Warrior: “Praying for others”
The Encourager
The Encourager
I prayed that God in Jesus' name will answer your prayer request according to God's perfect love, wisdom, will, timing, grace, and mercy. God Loves You. Thank You Jesus!!!
Psalm 37:4: Delight yourself in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart.
Matthew 6:33: But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.
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. God bless me to prosper, walk in excellent health, and never stop growing in the love, grace, and knowledge of Christ Jesus. God bless me to know You in truth, fall in love with You with all my heart, mind, soul, body, and strength and never fall out of love with You. Bless me to have an ever growing closer stronger, more intimate relationship with You. Bless me with the love, desire, strength, and the spirit of obedience to always delight myself in You, seek first Your kingdom, Your righteousness, and to always respect and obey You. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, acknowledge You in all my ways, and lean not to my own understanding.
God heal me in every area of my life. Deliver and cleanse me of everything in my life that doesn't honor You. Transform and renew my mind. Bless me with love, power, and a sound mind. Let the mind that is in Christ Jesus be in me. Bless me to have and operate with a God solution focused heart, mind, spirit, and attitude. Bless me to have a God Kingdom Culture Mentality. God be with me as a mighty warrior. Let no weapon formed against me prosper. Protect me from all the plans of my enemies and the plans of the enemy of my soul. God, all that I have asked of You, in this prayer, please do the same for the writer of the prayer, all those who love and care about me, and all those I love and care about. God, please forever honor this prayer over each of our lives. God Thank You. Amen, so be it by faith, and by faith, it is so. Prayer written by The Encourager-Prayer Warrior-Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach.
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Psalm 37:4: Delight yourself in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart.
Matthew 6:33: But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.
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. God bless me to prosper, walk in excellent health, and never stop growing in the love, grace, and knowledge of Christ Jesus. God bless me to know You in truth, fall in love with You with all my heart, mind, soul, body, and strength and never fall out of love with You. Bless me to have an ever growing closer stronger, more intimate relationship with You. Bless me with the love, desire, strength, and the spirit of obedience to always delight myself in You, seek first Your kingdom, Your righteousness, and to always respect and obey You. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, acknowledge You in all my ways, and lean not to my own understanding.God heal me in every area of my life. Deliver and cleanse me of everything in my life that doesn't honor You. Transform and renew my mind. Bless me with love, power, and a sound mind. Let the mind that is in Christ Jesus be in me. Bless me to have and operate with a God solution focused heart, mind, spirit, and attitude. Bless me to have a God Kingdom Culture Mentality. God be with me as a mighty warrior. Let no weapon formed against me prosper. Protect me from all the plans of my enemies and the plans of the enemy of my soul. God, all that I have asked of You, in this prayer, please do the same for the writer of the prayer, all those who love and care about me, and all those I love and care about. God, please forever honor this prayer over each of our lives. God Thank You. Amen, so be it by faith, and by faith, it is so. Prayer written by The Encourager-Prayer Warrior-Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach.
Healed Spirit Soul And Body
Healed Spirit Soul And Body
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Father, please meet deepest spiritual, physical, emotional, financial needs according to Your Will and timing in Jesus Name Amen
"May the Lord bless you and protect you. May the Lord smile on you and be gracious to you. May the Lord show you his favor and give you his peace." Numbers 6:24-26
"May the Lord bless you and protect you. May the Lord smile on you and be gracious to you. May the Lord show you his favor and give you his peace." Numbers 6:24-26
We want to thank you for allowing us the sacred opportunity to lift you up in prayer over these past few days as you carry the heavy weight of depression. Our hearts have been tender before the Lord on your behalf, asking Him to be your comfort, strength, and hope in this difficult season. We know this burden feels overwhelming, and we want you to know you are not forgotten—God sees you, and so do we.
If the Lord has begun to lighten this load or brought you even a moment of peace, we would love for you to share a praise with us so we can rejoice with you. And if the darkness still feels just as heavy, please don’t hesitate to post again—we are here to keep standing with you in prayer, asking the Lord to break through with His healing and hope.
We are praying for you to feel His presence in a tangible way, reminding you that He is near to the brokenhearted (Psalm 34:18). Keep seeking Him, dear one—He is faithful, and He will carry you through. In Jesus’ name.
If the Lord has begun to lighten this load or brought you even a moment of peace, we would love for you to share a praise with us so we can rejoice with you. And if the darkness still feels just as heavy, please don’t hesitate to post again—we are here to keep standing with you in prayer, asking the Lord to break through with His healing and hope.
We are praying for you to feel His presence in a tangible way, reminding you that He is near to the brokenhearted (Psalm 34:18). Keep seeking Him, dear one—He is faithful, and He will carry you through. In Jesus’ name.
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