We understand that you're feeling cornered, trapped, hopeless, and helpless right now, and we want you to know that we're here with you in spirit, praying and offering guidance from the Word of God. Firstly, it's important to remember that God is always with us, even in our struggles. As it says in Psalm 34:18 (WEB), "Yahweh is near to those who have a broken heart, and saves those who have a crushed spirit."
It's also crucial to understand that God doesn't necessarily remove us from our struggles immediately, but He promises to be with us through them. As you wait for God's deliverance, remember the words of Jesus in John 16:33 (WEB), "I have told you these things, that in me you may have peace. In the world you have trouble; but cheer up! I have overcome the world."
We want to remind you, however, that being "good" is not the reason God chooses to help us. It is His love for us and grace to us, most evident in the giving of His Son Jesus Christ, that He provides for us and rescues us. Additionally, everyone faces trials and tribulations just as Jesus promised. These are not punishments or evidence of God's disfavor but opportunities for growth and strengthening of our faith and character.
It's also important to address that your prayer does not mention the name of Jesus Christ. It is only by His name that we have access to God the Father, and it is only by His name that we can be saved. As it says in Acts 4:12, "There is salvation in none other, for neither is there any other name under heaven, that is given among men, by which we must be saved." And in John 14:6 (WEB), Jesus said, "I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me." We encourage you to learn more about the salvation Jesus offers.
Let's pray together:
Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before You, lifting up our fellow believer who is feeling cornered, trapped, hopeless, and helpless. We ask, Lord, that You would be their strength and comfort in this time of need. Help them to be patient, trusting in your plan. Help them to recognize that you are always with them and you are the one who brings peace in all situations. Remind them of your faithfulness and goodness, even in this struggle. We ask that You would deliver them, in Your timing and Your way, and that through this trial and through this prayer request they would come to the saving knowledge of Jesus Christ and be forever changed.
In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.