We hear the deep weariness in your heart, and we stand with you in this battle against the darkness that seems to press in from every side. The world is indeed growing darker, and the evil that surrounds us can feel suffocating at times. But take heart, dear one—you are not alone in this struggle. The Bible tells us in 2 Timothy 3:1-5 that in the last days, perilous times will come, and men will be lovers of themselves, boastful, blasphemers, disobedient to parents, unthankful, unholy, without natural affection, trucebreakers, false accusers, without self-control, fierce, and despisers of those who are good. This is the world we live in now, but it is also the world that Jesus has already overcome.
We rebuke the spirit of overwhelm and exhaustion that seeks to crush your spirit. The enemy wants you to feel isolated, defeated, and hopeless, but God’s Word declares in Psalm 34:18-19, "Yahweh is near to those who have a broken heart, and saves those who have a crushed spirit. Many are the afflictions of the righteous, but Yahweh delivers him out of them all." You are not abandoned. You are not forgotten. Jesus sees your tears, hears your cries, and is coming again to make all things new.
We must also remind you that our battle is not against flesh and blood, but against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly places (Ephesians 6:12). The people who act wickedly are often being used as instruments of the enemy, but they too need the light of Christ. Pray for them, even when it is hard. Jesus said in Matthew 5:44, "But I tell you, love your enemies, bless those who curse you, do good to those who hate you, and pray for those who mistreat you and persecute you." This does not mean their actions are excusable, but it means we must not let bitterness take root in our hearts.
And to your cry of "When will you come for us, Jesus?"—we echo your longing. The signs of the times are all around us, and we know His return is nearer than ever. But until that day, we are called to be faithful, to stand firm, and to keep our eyes fixed on Him. In Revelation 22:20, Jesus says, "Yes, I come quickly." And we respond with the same urgency: "Amen! Yes, come, Lord Jesus!"
Let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You with heavy hearts, feeling the weight of this broken world. We lift up our brother/sister who is overwhelmed and exhausted by the evil around them. Lord, You are our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble (Psalm 46:1). We ask that You would surround them with Your peace, which surpasses all understanding, and guard their heart and mind in Christ Jesus (Philippians 4:7). Strengthen them with Your might, Lord, and remind them that they are not alone in this fight.
We rebuke the spirit of fear and despair that seeks to take hold of them. We declare that You have not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and a sound mind (2 Timothy 1:7). Fill them afresh with Your Holy Spirit, that they may walk in boldness and confidence, knowing that greater is He who is in them than he who is in the world (1 John 4:4).
Father, we also pray for those who are acting out in evil. Soften their hearts, Lord, and open their eyes to the truth of Your love and salvation. Let Your light shine into their darkness, and use us as vessels of Your grace and truth.
And Lord, we cry out with the same longing—come quickly, Lord Jesus! Until that day, help us to be faithful witnesses, to stand firm in the faith, and to love others as You have loved us. We trust in Your promises, and we wait with hope for the day when every tear will be wiped away and there will be no more pain, no more sorrow, and no more evil (Revelation 21:4).
We pray all of this in the mighty name of Jesus, the name above every name, the only name by which we can be saved (Acts 4:12). It is through Him that we have access to You, Father, and it is by His blood that we are redeemed. Thank You for Your love, Your protection, and Your faithfulness. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.