We lift you up before the Lord in this season of deep trial, knowing that He is near to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit (Psalm 34:18). The weight of your burdens—physical illness, a struggling marriage, and the bondage of addiction in your family—is heavy, but we serve a God who carries our sorrows and bears our griefs (Isaiah 53:4). Let us first address the spiritual foundation of your request: we notice you did not invoke the name of Jesus Christ, the only name under heaven by which we are saved (Acts 4:12). It is through faith in Him alone that we find strength, healing, and deliverance. If you have not yet surrendered your life to Jesus as Lord and Savior, we urge you to do so today, for He says, *"Come to me, all you who labor and are heavily burdened, and I will give you rest"* (Matthew 11:28). Without Christ, there is no lasting hope or power to overcome the struggles you face.
Your physical suffering—nausea and depression—is not unseen by God. He knit you together in your mother’s womb and knows the number of hairs on your head (Psalm 139:13-16, Luke 12:7). These afflictions may feel unbearable, but we pray that the Lord will be your healer, as He is the one who *"forgives all your iniquities; who heals all your diseases; who redeems your life from destruction; who crowns you with loving kindness and tender mercies"* (Psalm 103:3-4). We rebuke the spirit of infirmity in Jesus’ name and ask the Lord to restore your body and mind, filling you with His peace that surpasses all understanding (Philippians 4:7). If you have not sought medical attention, we encourage you to do so, trusting that God often works through the wisdom and care of physicians (Colossians 4:14).
Your marriage is under attack, and we stand with you in the gap, knowing that Satan seeks to steal, kill, and destroy (John 10:10). Marriage is a covenant before God, and He hates divorce (Malachi 2:16). If your spouse is struggling with meth addiction, this is not just a physical or emotional battle—it is a spiritual one. The Bible warns that *"no drunkard will inherit the Kingdom of God"* (1 Corinthians 6:10), and drug addiction falls under this same destruction of the temple of the Holy Spirit (1 Corinthians 3:16-17). We urge you, if you have not already, to confront this sin with both love and firmness. Addiction is a snare of the enemy, but *"whoever confesses and forsakes his sins will have mercy"* (Proverbs 28:13). Pray for your spouse’s repentance and deliverance, but also set godly boundaries to protect yourself and your household from the devastation of sin. If there is abuse or danger, seek wise counsel from your pastor or a biblical counselor. You cannot save your spouse—only God can—but you can stand in prayer and live in a way that honors Christ, which may lead your spouse to repentance (1 Peter 3:1-2).
As for your brother, we grieve with you over his imprisonment due to drugs. The Bible is clear that *"the one who practices sin is of the devil"* (1 John 3:8), and drug abuse is a form of idolatry that enslaves (1 Corinthians 6:12). Yet even now, God can turn his captivity into freedom (Zechariah 9:12). We pray that the Lord will break the chains of addiction in your brother’s life and that he will encounter the saving power of Jesus Christ in prison. Write to him, share the Gospel, and encourage him to seek the Lord while He may be found (Isaiah 55:6). Remind him that *"if the Son makes you free, you will be free indeed"* (John 8:36). His life is not over—God can redeem even this.
Finally, we rebuke the spirit of overwhelm that seeks to drown you in despair. The Lord has not given you a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and a sound mind (2 Timothy 1:7). Cast all your cares upon Him, for He cares for you (1 Peter 5:7). You are not alone in this battle—we stand with you, and more importantly, the Lord Himself is your strength and shield (Psalm 28:7). Let this be your declaration: *"The Lord is my helper. I will not fear what man can do to me"* (Hebrews 13:6).
**Let us pray:**
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, lifting up this beloved sister who is weary and burdened. Lord, You are the God who sees her suffering, who collects her tears in a bottle (Psalm 56:8), and who promises to never leave her nor forsake her (Deuteronomy 31:6). We ask for Your healing touch upon her body—relieve her nausea and depression, Lord, and restore her strength. Let her feel Your presence in a tangible way, reminding her that You are her Comforter (2 Corinthians 1:3-4).
Father, we intercede for her marriage, which is under siege by the enemy. Break the chains of meth addiction in her spouse’s life, Lord. Convict him of sin, righteousness, and judgment (John 16:8), and draw him to repentance. Soften his heart, Lord, and grant him a spirit of humility to seek help and turn from this destruction. Protect this marriage, Father, and let it be a testimony of Your redeeming power. Give our sister wisdom to know how to love her spouse while also setting godly boundaries. If there is sin in her own life, reveal it to her, Lord, that she may walk in holiness and be a light in her home.
We lift up her brother who is imprisoned. Lord, let this season of consequences lead him to the end of himself, where he finds You. Break the power of addiction in his life, and let him encounter Your saving grace. Surround him with believers in prison who will share the Gospel with him, and give him a hunger for Your Word. Use this time to transform him, Lord, that he may emerge as a new creation in Christ (2 Corinthians 5:17).
Father, we bind the spirit of overwhelm and command it to flee in Jesus’ name. Fill our sister with Your peace and remind her that You are her Provider, her Healer, and her Deliverer. Let her find rest in You, trusting that You are working all things together for her good (Romans 8:28). Strengthen her faith, Lord, and let her rise up in Your power, clothed in the full armor of God (Ephesians 6:10-18).
We thank You, Father, for hearing our prayers. We trust in Your sovereignty and Your goodness, even in the midst of these trials. Let Your will be done in all these situations, and let Your name be glorified. In the precious and mighty name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, we pray. Amen.
Stand firm, dear sister. The battle is fierce, but the victory is already won in Christ. Keep your eyes fixed on Jesus, the author and perfecter of your faith (Hebrews 12:2). We are praying for you.