Hope deferred
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We hear the deep weariness in your words, beloved, and our hearts ache with you. The pain of hope deferred is a heavy burden—one that even the faithful prophet Jeremiah cried out against when he said, *"Hope deferred makes the heart sick"* (Proverbs 13:12). But we must also remember the rest of that verse: *"but when longing is fulfilled, it is a tree of life."* Your hope in Christ is not in vain, even when the waiting feels unbearable.
You speak of your faith in Jesus and His promises for the world, and that is no small thing. But we must gently ask: Have you allowed that same hope to take root in your own life? The enemy would love for you to believe that God’s faithfulness has limits—that His power is great for others but not for you. Yet Scripture declares, *"He who did not spare his own Son, but delivered him up for us all, how would he not also with him freely give us all things?"* (Romans 8:32). If God gave His Son for you, will He withhold any good thing? The answer is a resounding no.
We must also rebuke the lie that you are "done" with this life. Suicidal thoughts are not from the Lord, who gives life and breath to all things (Acts 17:25). They are fiery darts from the enemy, meant to steal, kill, and destroy (John 10:10). You are not a mistake. You are not forgotten. You are fearfully and wonderfully made (Psalm 139:14), and God has a purpose for you that the enemy does not want you to fulfill. We command those lying spirits to flee in the name of Jesus! You are not your own—you were bought with a price (1 Corinthians 6:19-20). Your life belongs to Christ, and He is not finished with you yet.
Now, let us pray for you:
Heavenly Father, we come before You on behalf of our brother/sister, lifting up their weary heart to You. Lord, You see the years of waiting, the tears that have fallen in secret, the faith that has been tested like gold in the fire. We ask that You would break the spirit of resignation and despair that has taken hold. Replace it with Your living hope, which is an anchor for the soul (Hebrews 6:19). Remind them that You are the God who raises the dead and calls things that are not as though they were (Romans 4:17). Breathe fresh life into their spirit, Lord. Let them feel Your nearness in a tangible way.
We declare that the enemy has no claim over their life. Every lie that says "nothing will change" or "you are not enough" is silenced by the blood of Jesus. We speak healing over their mind, restoration to their joy, and a renewed sense of purpose. Father, show them the next step—even if it is just one small step of obedience. Let them see Your hand at work in ways they have not noticed before. And if there is unconfessed sin, bitterness, or unforgiveness weighing them down, reveal it to them so they may bring it to the cross and walk in freedom.
Lord, we also ask that You surround them with believers who will speak life into them, pray with them, and remind them of Your promises when their faith falters. Do not let them isolate themselves in this season. And if there is a physical or chemical imbalance contributing to their despair, we ask for Your healing touch in that area as well.
Above all, we pray that they would fix their eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of their faith (Hebrews 12:2). May they know that their labor in You is never in vain (1 Corinthians 15:58). Even if they do not see the fulfillment of their hopes in this lifetime, they will see it in eternity, where every tear will be wiped away (Revelation 21:4). Until then, give them the strength to endure, the grace to keep trusting, and the peace that surpasses all understanding.
In the mighty name of Jesus, we pray. Amen.
Beloved, we urge you to reach out to a trusted pastor, counselor, or fellow believer who can walk with you through this valley. You do not have to carry this alone. The body of Christ is called to bear one another’s burdens (Galatians 6:2). And if you are not connected to a local church, we strongly encourage you to find one where the Word is preached faithfully and the people love well. There is healing in the presence of God’s people.
Lastly, we want to leave you with this promise: *"Those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint"* (Isaiah 40:31). Your hope is not in your circumstances or even in your own strength—it is in the unchanging character of God. He is faithful, and He will complete the good work He began in you (Philippians 1:6). Keep pressing in. Keep seeking His face. The breakthrough is coming.
You speak of your faith in Jesus and His promises for the world, and that is no small thing. But we must gently ask: Have you allowed that same hope to take root in your own life? The enemy would love for you to believe that God’s faithfulness has limits—that His power is great for others but not for you. Yet Scripture declares, *"He who did not spare his own Son, but delivered him up for us all, how would he not also with him freely give us all things?"* (Romans 8:32). If God gave His Son for you, will He withhold any good thing? The answer is a resounding no.
We must also rebuke the lie that you are "done" with this life. Suicidal thoughts are not from the Lord, who gives life and breath to all things (Acts 17:25). They are fiery darts from the enemy, meant to steal, kill, and destroy (John 10:10). You are not a mistake. You are not forgotten. You are fearfully and wonderfully made (Psalm 139:14), and God has a purpose for you that the enemy does not want you to fulfill. We command those lying spirits to flee in the name of Jesus! You are not your own—you were bought with a price (1 Corinthians 6:19-20). Your life belongs to Christ, and He is not finished with you yet.
Now, let us pray for you:
Heavenly Father, we come before You on behalf of our brother/sister, lifting up their weary heart to You. Lord, You see the years of waiting, the tears that have fallen in secret, the faith that has been tested like gold in the fire. We ask that You would break the spirit of resignation and despair that has taken hold. Replace it with Your living hope, which is an anchor for the soul (Hebrews 6:19). Remind them that You are the God who raises the dead and calls things that are not as though they were (Romans 4:17). Breathe fresh life into their spirit, Lord. Let them feel Your nearness in a tangible way.
We declare that the enemy has no claim over their life. Every lie that says "nothing will change" or "you are not enough" is silenced by the blood of Jesus. We speak healing over their mind, restoration to their joy, and a renewed sense of purpose. Father, show them the next step—even if it is just one small step of obedience. Let them see Your hand at work in ways they have not noticed before. And if there is unconfessed sin, bitterness, or unforgiveness weighing them down, reveal it to them so they may bring it to the cross and walk in freedom.
Lord, we also ask that You surround them with believers who will speak life into them, pray with them, and remind them of Your promises when their faith falters. Do not let them isolate themselves in this season. And if there is a physical or chemical imbalance contributing to their despair, we ask for Your healing touch in that area as well.
Above all, we pray that they would fix their eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of their faith (Hebrews 12:2). May they know that their labor in You is never in vain (1 Corinthians 15:58). Even if they do not see the fulfillment of their hopes in this lifetime, they will see it in eternity, where every tear will be wiped away (Revelation 21:4). Until then, give them the strength to endure, the grace to keep trusting, and the peace that surpasses all understanding.
In the mighty name of Jesus, we pray. Amen.
Beloved, we urge you to reach out to a trusted pastor, counselor, or fellow believer who can walk with you through this valley. You do not have to carry this alone. The body of Christ is called to bear one another’s burdens (Galatians 6:2). And if you are not connected to a local church, we strongly encourage you to find one where the Word is preached faithfully and the people love well. There is healing in the presence of God’s people.
Lastly, we want to leave you with this promise: *"Those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint"* (Isaiah 40:31). Your hope is not in your circumstances or even in your own strength—it is in the unchanging character of God. He is faithful, and He will complete the good work He began in you (Philippians 1:6). Keep pressing in. Keep seeking His face. The breakthrough is coming.
We're right here with you, friend. We've been where you are now, feeling the weight of unfulfilled hope and the exhaustion that comes with waiting. It's like treading water in a vast ocean, unsure if help will ever come. But we want you to know that you're not alone. We're holding onto hope for you, and we're here to remind you of the truth that's sometimes hard to see through the fog.
You've been faithful for years, and that's not something to be dismissed. It's a testament to your character and your love for Jesus. Remember, even Jesus felt overwhelmed and alone in the Garden of Gethsemane, yet He trusted His Father's plan. He said, "My soul is overwhelmed with sorrow to the point of death. But I will do what you have asked of me" (Matthew 26:39, NIV). He found strength in His Father's love and purpose, even in His darkest hour.
We want to encourage you to keep trusting, even if it's just a tiny bit each day. Trust that God sees you, that He cares, and that He's working behind the scenes. Trust that He has a purpose for you, and that purpose is not done yet. You're not a mistake, and you're not forgotten. You're a masterpiece in progress, and God's not finished with you yet.
Let's pray together, shall we? "Dear Heavenly Father, we lift up our dear friend to You today. We ask that You would wrap Your loving arms around them, and remind them of Your unfailing love. Help them to trust in You, even when they can't see the way forward. Give them strength for today, and hope for tomorrow. Help them to feel Your presence, and to know that You're always with them. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."
We're here for you, friend. Let's walk this road together, one step at a time. And remember, even the darkest night will give way to dawn. Keep looking up.
You've been faithful for years, and that's not something to be dismissed. It's a testament to your character and your love for Jesus. Remember, even Jesus felt overwhelmed and alone in the Garden of Gethsemane, yet He trusted His Father's plan. He said, "My soul is overwhelmed with sorrow to the point of death. But I will do what you have asked of me" (Matthew 26:39, NIV). He found strength in His Father's love and purpose, even in His darkest hour.
We want to encourage you to keep trusting, even if it's just a tiny bit each day. Trust that God sees you, that He cares, and that He's working behind the scenes. Trust that He has a purpose for you, and that purpose is not done yet. You're not a mistake, and you're not forgotten. You're a masterpiece in progress, and God's not finished with you yet.
Let's pray together, shall we? "Dear Heavenly Father, we lift up our dear friend to You today. We ask that You would wrap Your loving arms around them, and remind them of Your unfailing love. Help them to trust in You, even when they can't see the way forward. Give them strength for today, and hope for tomorrow. Help them to feel Your presence, and to know that You're always with them. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."
We're here for you, friend. Let's walk this road together, one step at a time. And remember, even the darkest night will give way to dawn. Keep looking up.
The Encourager
The Encourager
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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. www.theencourager.net
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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. www.theencourager.net
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