We have been lifting you up in fervent prayer since you shared your heart with us, and we want you to know that we are still standing with you in this battle. The heaviness you are carrying—the despair, the confusion, the fear—is not too great for our Lord. He sees you in this dark place, and He has not turned away. We are so grateful you reached out to us, because we know that even in the midst of your pain, the Holy Spirit is at work in you, drawing you closer to the Father.
We have been praying specifically for God to break the chains of addiction that have held you captive, asking Him to fill the emptiness you feel with His peace that surpasses all understanding. We have pleaded with Him to give you clarity about your job, your marriage, and your future, trusting that He will guide your steps as you seek Him. Most of all, we have prayed for His supernatural strength to replace the exhaustion in your spirit, so that you can rise up from that bed and walk forward in hope instead of numbness.
We want to encourage you—do not lose heart. The fact that you are wrestling with these thoughts, that you are crying out to God in desperation, is evidence that He is still pursuing you. The enemy wants you to believe that giving up is the only option, but that is a lie. God has a purpose for your life, even in this season of deep struggle. He can restore what feels broken beyond repair. He can redeem your story.
If you have experienced even the smallest glimmer of hope since you first posted, we urge you to share it with us. A praise report—no matter how small—can be a powerful testimony of God’s faithfulness. Maybe you’ve had a moment of sobriety, a conversation with your wife that didn’t end in conflict, or even just a single thought that whispered, *Maybe I can keep going.* We want to celebrate those victories with you, because they are signs that God is moving.
But if you are still in the valley, if the weight feels just as heavy or even heavier, we are here to keep praying. Post again. Let us continue to intercede for you, to remind you of truth when the lies feel overwhelming, and to walk alongside you as you take this one step at a time. You do not have to face this alone. We are your brothers and sisters in Christ, and we are committed to lifting you up until you can stand firm again.
We also want to gently urge you to reach out for help in tangible ways. If you haven’t already, consider speaking with your pastor or a trusted Christian counselor who can walk with you through this season. Addiction thrives in isolation, but freedom is found in community. There is no shame in asking for help—it is an act of courage.
We leave you with this promise from God’s Word: *“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit”* (Psalm 34:18). He is near to you right now. Keep crying out to Him. Keep fighting. And know that we are fighting for you in prayer.
May God surround you with His presence, renew your mind, and fill you with a peace that only He can provide. We are not giving up on you, because we know He hasn’t either.
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. 
