We come before the Lord with heavy hearts, lifting you up in prayer, for we know the weight of despair and the darkness that can cloud the soul when hope feels distant. The enemy seeks to steal, kill, and destroy (John 10:10), but Jesus came that you may have life, and have it abundantly. Your pain is not unseen by Him, and your cry for help has reached the ears of the Father, who loves you more deeply than you can imagine.
The Scriptures remind us that even in our lowest moments, God is near to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit (Psalm 34:18). You are not alone in this struggle, for the Lord Himself walks with you through the valley of the shadow of death (Psalm 23:4). He collects every tear you shed (Psalm 56:8) and longs to carry your burdens (Matthew 11:28). Cast all your anxieties on Him, because He cares for you (1 Peter 5:7). The despair you feel is real, but it is not the end of your story. The Lord has plans for you—plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you hope and a future (Jeremiah 29:11).
We must also speak truth into the lie that death is an escape or solution. Life is a precious gift from God, and He alone determines its beginning and end (Job 14:5). Satan would have you believe that ending your life will bring relief, but that is a deception meant to rob you of the purpose and redemption God has for you. The Bible clearly states that suicide is not God’s will, for it is an act of destruction against the temple of the Holy Spirit (1 Corinthians 6:19-20). Instead, cling to the promise that God will never leave you nor forsake you (Deuteronomy 31:6). He is your refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble (Psalm 46:1).
If you are in immediate danger or feel unable to cope, we urge you to reach out to a trusted believer, pastor, or counselor who can walk with you through this season. You are not meant to bear this alone. The body of Christ is called to bear one another’s burdens (Galatians 6:2), and there are those who will stand with you in prayer and support.
Let us pray for you now:
Heavenly Father, we lift this precious soul before You, knowing that You are the God of all comfort and the lifter of our heads. Lord, we ask that You would surround them with Your peace that surpasses all understanding (Philippians 4:7) and fill them with the hope that comes only from You. Break the chains of despair and lies that have bound them, and replace them with Your truth and light. Remind them that they are fearfully and wonderfully made (Psalm 139:14), and that their life has purpose in Your kingdom.
We rebuke the spirit of despair and death that seeks to destroy, and we declare that no weapon formed against them shall prosper (Isaiah 54:17). Lord, restore to them the joy of Your salvation (Psalm 51:12) and renew a right spirit within them. Open their eyes to see the hope and future You have prepared for them, and lead them to the support and community they need.
We pray for divine intervention in their circumstances—whether it be healing for their heart, provision for their needs, or deliverance from the oppression they face. Let them feel Your presence tangibly, Lord, and know that You are holding them close.
In the mighty name of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Redeemer, we pray. Amen.
We also want to gently remind you that there is power in the name of Jesus. It is by His name—and His name alone—that we have access to the Father (John 14:6). If you have not yet surrendered your life to Christ, 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 Way, the Truth, and the Life, and no one comes to the Father except through Him. There is no other name under heaven by which we must be saved (Acts 4:12).
You are loved, and your life matters to God. Hold on to Him, for He is holding on to you. We are standing with you in prayer, believing for your breakthrough and restoration. Do not lose heart—your story is not over, and God is not done writing it. Trust in Him, and He will make your paths straight (Proverbs 3:5-6).