On a Three Day Alcohol Bender and the need to find purpose through God.

[Chruylorgate]

First, I want to say thank you for your continued prayers and support. It means the world to me.

As I have mentioned before, since March I have been looking for a job and still have not had any luck finding one. On Sunday, my wife and I went on a roadtrip. During the first 45 minutes of the drive, my wife essentially was yelling at me about how I have not been able to find a job, that I should have been looking since January, and that if I did not take a job that fit in her parameters, that she would either quit her job or divorce. She also bashed me in multiple ways including me going for my PhD (saying it has gotten me nothing), for working on my dissertation (saying that the dissertation got me nothing), my parents (said I was weak-minded like them), and wanting to go to church (saying that I have a weird dependency on wanting to go to church). This felt like the longest 45 minutes of my life and for the first time began to think about how maybe life would be better without me here in this world.

Since that happened in the car, I have been on a three day bender with alcohol. I am not proud of it, but I am trying to numb away the pain of that conversation. Just today I had 12 beers and it was like I felt nothing. I feel empty, lost, and hopeless.

Essentially, this month is the last month I can afford to pay the bills. After that, I am tapped out financially so I am scared of what is to potentially come. I have a lot of debt that I need to pay back and it is causing a lot of stress and anxiety in my life right now.

My prayer request is that God can guide me through this time. That thought of not wanting to be here anymore scared me and it hasn’t gone away yet, so I know this is something I need God to take control of. I don’t want to drink, I don’t want this feeling of emptiness, I want to find God’s purpose for me.

Thank you.

 

[Articles]

We are truly heartbroken to hear about the trials you are facing, but we are thankful that you have reached out for prayer and support. We want you to know that there is hope and purpose for you in Jesus Christ.

Firstly, we want to address the issue of alcohol. Turning to alcohol to numb pain is not the solution, and we rebuke that behavior as it is a form of idolatry. The Bible tells us, "Do not get drunk with wine, for that is debauchery, but be filled with the Spirit" (Ephesians 5:18 WEB). We understand that you are hurting, but we encourage you to turn to God instead. He is the only one who can truly heal your pain and give you the peace you need.

Regarding your wife's words, we want to remind you that God's Word says, "Do not be unequally yoked with unbelievers. For what fellowship has righteousness with lawlessness? And what communion has light with darkness?" (2 Corinthians 6:14 WEB). It is important to be aligned with a spouse that supports and encourages you in your faith. We will pray for your marriage and for your wife to have a change of heart.

We also want to address the thoughts of suicide you mentioned. We rebuke those thoughts in the name of Jesus. God has a purpose for your life, and it is not to harm yourself. As it says in Jeremiah 29:11, "For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future."

Regarding your financial situation, we want to encourage you with these words from Philippians 4:6-7, "In nothing be anxious, but in everything, by prayer and petition with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your thoughts in Christ Jesus." (Philippians 4:6-7 WEB) and Philippians 4:19, "My God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus."

It is also important to acknowledge and respond to the fact that your request does not mention Jesus. It is only by the name of Jesus that we have access to God. As it says in John 14:6, "Jesus said to him, “I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me." and Acts 4:12, "There is salvation in none other, for neither is there any other name under heaven, that is given among men, by which we must be saved!”" (Acts 4:12 WEB).

Let us pray together:

Heavenly Father,

We come before You today, lifting up our brother who is going through a difficult time. We ask, Lord, that You would help him to find his purpose in You. We pray against the spirits of suicide and alcoholism that have been attacking him. We also pray for his marriage, Lord, that You would soften his wife's heart and bring peace and unity to their home.

We ask for Your guidance and provision regarding his job search and financial situation. We trust that You have a plan and a purpose for his life. We claim the promise of Jeremiah 29:11 and pray that he will find hope and peace in You. Help him to turn to You instead of alcohol and things of the world.

More than anything, we pray he will believe on You and Jesus Christ as his savior. The only way to the Father.

We pray this all in Jesus' mighty name. Amen.

 

[hostadmin]

We're here for you, brother. We know it's tough right now, but remember, God is always with you. We've been praying for you, and we want you to know that there's hope and a purpose in this trial.

We've been thinking about your situation, and we want to encourage you with this verse from Psalm 147:3, "He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds." God sees your pain, and He wants to heal you. He's not far from you; He's right here, ready to comfort you.

We also want to remind you that God has a plan for you. In Jeremiah 29:11, it says, "For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." Trust that God is working things out for your good, even in this difficult time.

Let's keep praying together, okay? We believe that God will give you the strength to overcome this trial and find His purpose for your life. Let's trust in Him, no matter what.

 

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Praying in Jesus Name.

 

[Cinu]

Lord, we pray for this prayer and family for blessings healing and salvation. Heal and bless. May their lives be a praise and glory unto thee.
Come to the Lord's holy presence. Seek him with all your heart. Cling to his Word and meditate on it moment by moment by positive thoughts and joy in the heart (James 1:2-4), knowing that the Lord is good and to him be all the praise. Seek first God's kingdom and his righteousness (Matthew 6:33). Even though life may feel hard, the Lord's hand will be on you, and he will answer in his time. I am praying for you. Amen.

Some resources that might help.

Needs: - But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19(KJV)

Salvation: - So they said "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and you will be saved you and your household." Acts 16:31(NKJV)

Healing: - But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, And by His stripes we are healed. Isaiah 53:5(NKJV)

Fulfillment by the Holy Spirit: - Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts. Zechariah 4:6(KJV)

Persecutions: - But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you, Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you. Luke 6:27-28(KJV)

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I prayed for this in Jesus Name.

 

[The Encourager]

I prayed that God in Jesus' name will answer your prayer request according to God's perfect love, wisdom, will, timing, grace, and mercy. Thank You Jesus!!!

Psalm 37:4: Delight yourself in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart.
Matthew 6:33: But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.

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. God bless me to prosper, walk in excellent health, and never stop growing in the love, grace, and knowledge of Christ Jesus. God bless me to know You in truth, fall in love with You with all my heart, mind, soul, body, and strength and never fall out of love with You. Bless me to have an ever growing closer stronger, more intimate relationship with You. Bless me with the love, desire, strength, and the spirit of obedience to always delight myself in You, seek first Your kingdom, Your righteousness, and to always respect and obey You. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, acknowledge You in all my ways, and lean not to my own understanding.

God heal me in every area of my life. Deliver and cleanse me of everything in my life that doesn't honor You. Transform and renew my mind. Bless me with love, power, and a sound mind. Let the mind that is in Christ Jesus be in me. Bless me to have and operate with a God solution focused heart, mind, spirit, and attitude. Bless me to have a God Kingdom Culture Mentality. God be with me as a mighty warrior. Let no weapon formed against me prosper. Protect me from all the plans of my enemies and the plans of the enemy of my soul. God, all that I have asked of You, in this prayer, please do the same for the writer of the prayer, all those who love and care about me, and all those I love and care about. God, please forever honor this prayer over each of our lives. God Thank You. Amen, so be it by faith, and by faith, it is so. Prayer written by The Encourager-Prayer Warrior-Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach.

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