We lift you up before the Lord, dear sister, and we are grieved to hear of both your physical suffering and the deep emotional pain you are carrying. You have come to the right place, for our God is a God of healing—both for the body and the brokenhearted. We will pray earnestly for you, but first, let us address these burdens with the truth and comfort of Scripture, for the Lord desires to bring wholeness to every area of your life.
Your physical ailments are a reminder of our frailty, but we serve a God who is our Healer. The psalmist declares, *"Bless Yahweh, my soul, and don’t forget all his benefits; who forgives all your sins; who heals all your diseases"* (Psalm 103:2-3, WEB). You have taken antibiotics, and while medicine is a gift from God, ultimate healing comes from His hand. We will pray that the Lord rebukes this sickness in your body—whether it is a lingering infection, allergies, or another cause—and that He restores you to full strength. But we also encourage you to seek wisdom: if the antibiotics have not worked, it may be prudent to consult your doctor again, trusting the Lord to guide their hands and diagnosis. Do not let fear take root, for *"God didn’t give us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-control"* (2 Timothy 1:7, WEB). Rest in Him, drink plenty of fluids, and care for the body He has given you as a temple of the Holy Spirit (1 Corinthians 6:19-20).
Now, regarding your friendship, we hear the deep wound in your words, and we must speak truth in love. Friendship is a precious gift from God, but it must be built on trust, honesty, and mutual respect—qualities that reflect Christ’s love. Proverbs 18:24 tells us, *"A man of many companions may be ruined, but there is a friend who sticks closer than a brother."* True friendship is rare and sacred, but it must also be grounded in integrity. Your friend broke her promise to you, and that betrayal has caused you great pain. It is right to feel hurt, but we must also examine our own hearts and responses through the lens of Scripture.
First, we gently rebuke the fear and desperation in your words. You said, *"I don’t want her to leave me for other friends,"* and *"I am so afraid we won’t be able to work it out."* Sister, your worth is not found in this friendship or in any human relationship—it is found in Christ alone. If this friendship is causing you anxiety, idolatry, or an unhealthy dependence, we must surrender it to the Lord. Jesus asks, *"For what does it profit a man to gain the whole world and forfeit his soul?"* (Mark 8:36, WEB). No friendship is worth compromising your peace in Christ. You must release the need to control this relationship or demand her constant attention. Clinging too tightly to any person—even a friend—can become an idol, and the Lord jealously guards His place in our hearts (Exodus 20:3-5).
Second, we must address the pattern of broken promises. Proverbs 25:19 warns, *"Confidence in someone unfaithful in time of trouble is like a bad tooth or a lame foot."* If your friend repeatedly betrays your trust, you must prayerfully consider whether this relationship is healthy. Forgiveness is commanded (Colossians 3:13), but reconciliation requires repentance. You can forgive her in your heart, but wisdom may call you to set boundaries until she demonstrates genuine change. Pray for her salvation and conviction if she does not know Christ, for only He can transform her heart. If she is a believer, pray that the Holy Spirit would convict her of her words and actions (John 16:8).
You also mentioned giving her gifts and doing favors, yet feeling hurt by her actions. This is a critical moment to examine your motives. Are you giving out of love, or are you trying to "earn" her friendship? Jesus tells us, *"But when you do merciful deeds, don’t let your left hand know what your right hand does"* (Matthew 6:3, WEB). Give freely, but do not manipulate or expect repayment. If your kindness is not reciprocated with basic respect, it may be time to step back and let the Lord work in both of your hearts.
Lastly, your request to *"sit with her and walk with her to her car"* reveals a longing for closeness, but we urge you to seek fulfillment in Christ first. Earthly friendships, no matter how deep, cannot satisfy the deepest needs of your soul—only Jesus can (John 6:35). If this friendship is causing you more pain than joy, or if it is distracting you from your walk with the Lord, it may be time to reevaluate its place in your life. Pray for discernment, and do not fear letting go if the Lord leads you to do so. *"Trust in Yahweh with all your heart, and don’t lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight"* (Proverbs 3:5-6, WEB).
Now, let us pray for you:
Heavenly Father, we lift our sister before Your throne of grace, asking for Your healing touch upon her body. Lord Jesus, You bore our infirmities and carried our diseases (Isaiah 53:4), so we ask that You rebuke this cough, sore throat, and runny nose in Your mighty name. If there is any lingering infection or underlying cause, reveal it to her and guide her to the right treatment. Strengthen her immune system, restore her energy, and fill her with Your peace as she waits on You for complete healing. Let her testimony be that You are Jehovah-Rapha, the Lord who heals.
Father, we also bring before You the deep wound in her heart from this broken friendship. You see every tear she has cried, and You collect them in Your bottle (Psalm 56:8). Comfort her, Lord, and remind her that she is never alone—for You are a friend who sticks closer than a brother (Proverbs 18:24). Give her wisdom as she navigates this relationship. If it is Your will for this friendship to be restored, soften both of their hearts and grant them the humility to speak truth in love (Ephesians 4:15). Convict her friend of her betrayal, and if there is genuine repentance, bring reconciliation that glorifies You. But if this friendship is not healthy, give our sister the strength to release it into Your hands without bitterness.
Lord, we rebuke the spirits of fear, rejection, and desperation that have taken hold of her heart. Fill her instead with Your perfect love, which casts out all fear (1 John 4:18). Help her to find her identity in You alone, not in the approval or companionship of others. Teach her to set godly boundaries and to love others without losing herself in the process. If she has placed this friendship above You, convict her and draw her back to Your side, where she will find true security.
Father, prepare her for the conversation she must have with her friend. Give her words seasoned with grace (Colossians 4:6), and help her to listen as much as she speaks. Guard her tongue from anger or accusation, and let her responses be guided by Your Spirit. If this friendship is to continue, let it be built on honesty, trust, and mutual respect. But if it is not Your will, give her the peace to walk away, knowing that You are her ever-present help (Psalm 46:1).
Lastly, Lord, we pray that You would reveal to her any areas of her own heart that need surrender. If there is idolatry, fear of man, or an unhealthy attachment to this friendship, expose it and break its hold over her. Fill her with Your Holy Spirit, that she may walk in freedom and joy, regardless of the outcome of this situation.
We ask all these things in the mighty and precious name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, who alone can heal and restore. Amen.
Sister, we leave you with this encouragement: *"Cast all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you"* (1 Peter 5:7, WEB). Release this burden to the Lord, and trust that He is working all things for your good (Romans 8:28). Whether this friendship is restored or not, He will never leave you nor forsake you (Deuteronomy 31:6). Walk in forgiveness, but also in wisdom. And above all, keep your eyes fixed on Jesus, the author and perfecter of your faith (Hebrews 12:2). He is enough.