holidays, feelings
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We hear the deep sorrow in your heart, and we want you to know that you are not alone in this struggle. The holidays can be a time of great joy for many, but for others, they bring pain, loneliness, or overwhelming sadness. It is okay to feel this way, but we urge you not to lose hope, for our hope is not in circumstances or seasons but in the Lord Jesus Christ, who is the same yesterday, today, and forever (Hebrews 13:8). He is near to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit (Psalm 34:18). You may feel as though you won’t make it through, but we declare over you that God’s strength is made perfect in your weakness (2 Corinthians 12:9). He will carry you if you let Him.
We notice that your request does not mention the name of Jesus, and we want to gently remind you that it is only through His name that we have access to the Father. Jesus Himself said, *"I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me"* (John 14:6). There is power in the name of Jesus—a power that can break every chain of despair, loneliness, and hopelessness. If you have not yet surrendered your life to Him, we urge you to do so today. Confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead, and you will be saved (Romans 10:9). He is the only source of true peace and lasting joy, even in the midst of pain.
If you are already a believer, we encourage you to cling to Him now more than ever. Pour out your heart before Him, for He cares for you (1 Peter 5:7). The psalmist David often cried out to God in his distress, and the Lord heard him. You can do the same. Let this season be a time where you draw nearer to Him, even if your heart is heavy. He is your refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble (Psalm 46:1).
We also want to address something important: if your feelings of despair are leading you to thoughts of harming yourself or giving up, we must lovingly but firmly rebuke that spirit of hopelessness in the name of Jesus. Suicide is not the answer—it is a lie from the enemy, who comes to steal, kill, and destroy (John 10:10). But Jesus came to give you life, and life abundantly. Your life has purpose and value in Him, even if you cannot see it right now. The enemy wants to isolate you and make you believe there is no way out, but we declare that God has a plan for you, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope (Jeremiah 29:11).
Now, let us pray for you:
Heavenly Father, we lift up this precious soul to You, knowing that You see their pain and collect every tear they shed (Psalm 56:8). Lord Jesus, You are the Prince of Peace, and we ask that You would flood their heart with Your peace that surpasses all understanding (Philippians 4:7). Comfort them in ways only You can, and remind them that they are deeply loved by You. Holy Spirit, wrap Your arms around them and whisper truths to their spirit—truths of their worth, their purpose, and the hope they have in Christ.
Father, we rebuke every spirit of depression, loneliness, and despair that is trying to overwhelm them. These emotions do not come from You, for You are the God of all comfort (2 Corinthians 1:3). We command these spirits to flee in the name of Jesus and ask that You would fill every empty space in their heart with Your presence. Lord, if they are feeling abandoned, remind them that You will never leave them nor forsake them (Deuteronomy 31:6). If they are grieving, be their comfort. If they are lonely, be their companion. If they are weary, be their strength.
We pray that You would surround them with Your people—those who can encourage them, pray with them, and remind them of Your goodness. Lead them to a community of believers where they can find support and love. And if they are struggling to see Your hand in this season, open their eyes to the small blessings You are placing before them, even now.
Lord, we ask that You would give them the grace to take one day at a time, one moment at a time. Help them to fix their eyes on You, the author and finisher of their faith (Hebrews 12:2). Fill them with Your joy, which is their strength (Nehemiah 8:10), and let this holiday season be a time where they experience You in a deeper way than ever before.
We thank You, Father, that You are working all things together for their good (Romans 8:28), even when it feels impossible. We trust You with their heart, their mind, and their future. In the mighty and precious name of Jesus, we pray. Amen.
Finally, we want to encourage you to take practical steps to care for yourself during this time. Spend time in God’s Word daily, even if it’s just a few verses. Worship music can lift your spirit—put on songs that declare the truth of who God is. Reach out to a trusted believer, a pastor, or a counselor who can walk with you through this. And if you are struggling with thoughts of self-harm, please seek help immediately. You are not a burden; you are deeply valued by God and by those around you.
Remember, this season will pass, but God’s love for you remains. He is with you, and He is for you. Hold on to Him, and let Him hold on to you. We are standing with you in prayer, believing for your breakthrough. You *will* make it through, not in your own strength, but in His. Be blessed, and may the peace of Christ rule in your heart.
We notice that your request does not mention the name of Jesus, and we want to gently remind you that it is only through His name that we have access to the Father. Jesus Himself said, *"I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me"* (John 14:6). There is power in the name of Jesus—a power that can break every chain of despair, loneliness, and hopelessness. If you have not yet surrendered your life to Him, we urge you to do so today. Confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead, and you will be saved (Romans 10:9). He is the only source of true peace and lasting joy, even in the midst of pain.
If you are already a believer, we encourage you to cling to Him now more than ever. Pour out your heart before Him, for He cares for you (1 Peter 5:7). The psalmist David often cried out to God in his distress, and the Lord heard him. You can do the same. Let this season be a time where you draw nearer to Him, even if your heart is heavy. He is your refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble (Psalm 46:1).
We also want to address something important: if your feelings of despair are leading you to thoughts of harming yourself or giving up, we must lovingly but firmly rebuke that spirit of hopelessness in the name of Jesus. Suicide is not the answer—it is a lie from the enemy, who comes to steal, kill, and destroy (John 10:10). But Jesus came to give you life, and life abundantly. Your life has purpose and value in Him, even if you cannot see it right now. The enemy wants to isolate you and make you believe there is no way out, but we declare that God has a plan for you, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope (Jeremiah 29:11).
Now, let us pray for you:
Heavenly Father, we lift up this precious soul to You, knowing that You see their pain and collect every tear they shed (Psalm 56:8). Lord Jesus, You are the Prince of Peace, and we ask that You would flood their heart with Your peace that surpasses all understanding (Philippians 4:7). Comfort them in ways only You can, and remind them that they are deeply loved by You. Holy Spirit, wrap Your arms around them and whisper truths to their spirit—truths of their worth, their purpose, and the hope they have in Christ.
Father, we rebuke every spirit of depression, loneliness, and despair that is trying to overwhelm them. These emotions do not come from You, for You are the God of all comfort (2 Corinthians 1:3). We command these spirits to flee in the name of Jesus and ask that You would fill every empty space in their heart with Your presence. Lord, if they are feeling abandoned, remind them that You will never leave them nor forsake them (Deuteronomy 31:6). If they are grieving, be their comfort. If they are lonely, be their companion. If they are weary, be their strength.
We pray that You would surround them with Your people—those who can encourage them, pray with them, and remind them of Your goodness. Lead them to a community of believers where they can find support and love. And if they are struggling to see Your hand in this season, open their eyes to the small blessings You are placing before them, even now.
Lord, we ask that You would give them the grace to take one day at a time, one moment at a time. Help them to fix their eyes on You, the author and finisher of their faith (Hebrews 12:2). Fill them with Your joy, which is their strength (Nehemiah 8:10), and let this holiday season be a time where they experience You in a deeper way than ever before.
We thank You, Father, that You are working all things together for their good (Romans 8:28), even when it feels impossible. We trust You with their heart, their mind, and their future. In the mighty and precious name of Jesus, we pray. Amen.
Finally, we want to encourage you to take practical steps to care for yourself during this time. Spend time in God’s Word daily, even if it’s just a few verses. Worship music can lift your spirit—put on songs that declare the truth of who God is. Reach out to a trusted believer, a pastor, or a counselor who can walk with you through this. And if you are struggling with thoughts of self-harm, please seek help immediately. You are not a burden; you are deeply valued by God and by those around you.
Remember, this season will pass, but God’s love for you remains. He is with you, and He is for you. Hold on to Him, and let Him hold on to you. We are standing with you in prayer, believing for your breakthrough. You *will* make it through, not in your own strength, but in His. Be blessed, and may the peace of Christ rule in your heart.
We're here with you, friend, feeling the weight of the holidays. It's okay to not be okay all the time, and it's okay to ask for help. We've been there too, you know. The holidays can be tough, but remember, you're not alone. Jesus is right there with you, every step of the way.
We want you to know that it's okay to feel sad, lonely, or overwhelmed. God sees you, He knows your heart, and He cares deeply. He's not surprised by your feelings, and He's not far away. In fact, He's closer than you think. He's the Father who runs to meet His prodigal son, the Friend who sticks closer than a brother, and the Comforter who promises to never leave or forsake you.
We want to encourage you to keep talking to God, even if it's just a whisper. He's listening, and He wants to hear from you. Pour out your heart to Him, just like the psalmists did. He's a safe place to bring all your feelings, no matter how messy or raw they might be.
And hey, it's okay to take care of yourself too. That could mean reaching out to a friend, a pastor, or a counselor. It could mean spending time in God's Word, even if it's just a few verses. It could mean listening to worship music that reminds you of God's truth. Whatever it is, know that it's okay to ask for help, and it's okay to prioritize your well-being.
We're praying for you, friend. We're believing for your breakthrough, and we're standing with you, one day at a time. You've got this, not in your own strength, but in His. And remember, even in the midst of pain, God is with you, and He is for you. Always.
We want you to know that it's okay to feel sad, lonely, or overwhelmed. God sees you, He knows your heart, and He cares deeply. He's not surprised by your feelings, and He's not far away. In fact, He's closer than you think. He's the Father who runs to meet His prodigal son, the Friend who sticks closer than a brother, and the Comforter who promises to never leave or forsake you.
We want to encourage you to keep talking to God, even if it's just a whisper. He's listening, and He wants to hear from you. Pour out your heart to Him, just like the psalmists did. He's a safe place to bring all your feelings, no matter how messy or raw they might be.
And hey, it's okay to take care of yourself too. That could mean reaching out to a friend, a pastor, or a counselor. It could mean spending time in God's Word, even if it's just a few verses. It could mean listening to worship music that reminds you of God's truth. Whatever it is, know that it's okay to ask for help, and it's okay to prioritize your well-being.
We're praying for you, friend. We're believing for your breakthrough, and we're standing with you, one day at a time. You've got this, not in your own strength, but in His. And remember, even in the midst of pain, God is with you, and He is for you. Always.
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