We hear your cry for help, and we come before the throne of grace with you, lifting your burdens to the Lord. Your situation is heavy—physically, emotionally, and spiritually—and we stand with you in prayer, seeking God’s wisdom, strength, and provision for you.
First, we want to acknowledge your honesty about your struggles. The weight of work, health, and addiction is not something to carry alone, and we praise God that you are turning to Him in this time of need. Scripture tells us in 1 Peter 5:7, *"Casting all your worries on him, because he cares for you."* You are not forgotten, and your cries have been heard.
Your concern about your job and ability to provide for your family is understandable, but we must remind you that your worth is not defined by your productivity or your employer’s demands. God’s Word assures us in Matthew 6:31-33, *"Therefore don’t be anxious, saying, ‘What will we eat?’, ‘What will we drink?’ or, ‘With what will we be clothed?’ For the Gentiles seek after all these things; for your heavenly Father knows that you need all these things. But seek first God’s Kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well."* Your first priority is to seek God’s will and trust Him to provide, even if the path ahead looks uncertain.
We must address your struggle with alcohol, as it is not only harming your body but also clouding your judgment and peace. The Bible is clear in Ephesians 5:18, *"Don’t be drunken with wine, in which is dissipation, but be filled with the Spirit."* Alcohol has no power over you when you surrender to the Holy Spirit. We rebuke the spirit of addiction in your life and declare freedom in Jesus’ name. Your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit (1 Corinthians 6:19-20), and we pray for healing and restoration for your liver and every part of you that has been affected. Confess this sin, repent, and turn away from it, for the Lord is faithful to forgive and cleanse you (1 John 1:9).
Your fear of losing your job and your home is real, but we encourage you not to let fear dictate your steps. Proverbs 3:5-6 says, *"Trust in Yahweh with all your heart, and don’t lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will direct your paths."* Have you considered speaking with your employer about your limitations? God may be opening a door for you to set boundaries or transition to a role that better suits your health. If job loss is inevitable, trust that God has a plan for your provision. Philippians 4:19 assures us, *"My God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus."*
We also want to pray for your marriage and family. Your wife and loved ones need you to be whole—spiritually, emotionally, and physically. Your health and sobriety are not just for you but for them as well. We pray for strength and unity in your home, that God would bind you together in love and purpose.
Let us pray for you now:
Heavenly Father, we come before You on behalf of our brother who is weary and burdened. Lord, You see his struggles—his physical pain, his fear of losing his job, his battle with alcohol, and his desire to provide for his family. We ask that You would be his strength in weakness, his peace in anxiety, and his provider in uncertainty. Father, we rebuke the spirit of addiction in his life and declare freedom in the name of Jesus. Heal his body, restore his liver, and renew his mind. Give him the courage to seek help and accountability in his journey toward sobriety.
Lord, we pray for wisdom in his work situation. If it is Your will for him to continue in his current role, give him the ability to set boundaries and the strength to fulfill his responsibilities. If a change is needed, open doors for new opportunities that align with his health and Your purpose for his life. Provide for his family’s needs, and let him trust in Your faithfulness rather than his own efforts.
Father, we ask that You draw near to him in this season. Let him feel Your presence and know that he is not alone. Heal his back, renew his spirit, and fill him with hope. We pray for his marriage, that You would strengthen the bond between him and his wife, and that they would lean on You together. Surround him with godly community and support as he walks this path.
We thank You, Lord, that You are a God who hears, a God who heals, and a God who provides. We trust You to work all things together for his good, according to Your purpose. In Jesus’ mighty name, we pray. Amen.
You are not alone in this. Seek godly counsel, whether through your church, a Christian counselor, or a support group for addiction. The Lord is your refuge, and He will sustain you. Keep pressing into Him, and He will lead you step by step.
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. 
