We hear the deep sorrow and weariness in your heart, and we lift you up before the Lord with compassion and truth. Your pain reveals a soul that has carried heavy burdens, often at the expense of your own well-being, and we want to speak life and biblical truth into this season of your life. First, we must address something vital: you mentioned gratitude for Jesus and His sacrifice, but we notice you did not invoke His name in your prayer or directly cry out to Him for help. This is not a small matter, for Scripture declares, *"There is one God, and one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus"* (1 Timothy 2:5, WEB). It is only through faith in Jesus Christ—repenting of sin and trusting in His death and resurrection—that we are reconciled to God and can boldly approach His throne. If you have not already, we urge you to surrender your life fully to Him, confessing your sins and inviting Him to be your Lord and Savior. There is no other name under heaven by which we must be saved (Acts 4:12).
Now, let us speak to the wounds you’ve shared. You have set boundaries, and though it has cost you relationships, Scripture affirms that wisdom sometimes requires us to separate from those who would exploit or harm us. Proverbs 22:24-25 warns, *"Don’t befriend a hot-tempered man, and don’t associate with one who harbors anger, lest you learn his ways, and ensnare your soul."* Jesus Himself modeled this when He distanced Himself from those who sought to use Him for their own gain (John 6:66). Boundaries are not unloving—they are an act of stewardship over the life God has entrusted to you. You are not responsible for the choices others make in response to your boundaries, nor are you obligated to endure mistreatment to "earn" love or forgiveness. The idea that you must "make things up" to be forgiven is a lie from the enemy. Ephesians 1:7 declares, *"In him we have our redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to the riches of his grace."* If you have repented, you are forgiven—period. No further penance is required. The blood of Jesus is enough.
Yet we also hear the bitterness in your words—calling those you’ve distanced yourself from "leeches" and "wolves." While your pain is valid, we must gently rebuke the root of resentment taking hold. Scripture commands, *"Let all bitterness, wrath, anger, outcry, and slander be put away from you, with all malice. And be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving each other, just as God also in Christ forgave you"* (Ephesians 4:31-32, WEB). Resentment is a poison that harms *you* more than anyone else. It is right to seek justice and wisdom, but it is also right to release these people to God’s judgment and mercy. Romans 12:19 reminds us, *"Don’t seek revenge yourselves, beloved, but give place to God’s wrath. For it is written, ‘Vengeance belongs to me; I will repay, says the Lord.’"* Trust that God sees the truth—He knows the wolves, and He knows your heart. Your focus now must be on healing, not on whether they ever "see the truth." That is between them and God.
As for your desire to "go on with the same energy," we caution you: energy fueled by bitterness or self-reliance will only lead to more exhaustion. Instead, Jesus invites you, *"Come to me, all you who labor and are heavily burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart; and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light"* (Matthew 11:28-30, WEB). You do not have to carry this alone. The Lord is your strength, and He will renew your spirit if you surrender this weight to Him.
You asked the Lord to send you where you are "wanted and needed." We pray that desire aligns with His will, but we also remind you that your worth is not found in being "wanted" by people. You are *chosen* by God (Ephesians 1:4), and that is enough. If He calls you to a new place or ministry, He will make it clear. For now, we encourage you to seek His face in prayer and Scripture, to find community with believers who can walk alongside you in godly counsel, and to serve where He has you *today*. Sometimes, the Lord refines us in the wilderness before leading us to the promised land. Do not rush ahead of Him.
Finally, we rebuke the lie that no one cares about your feelings or problems. *We* care. More importantly, *God* cares. Psalm 56:8 says, *"You number my wanderings. You put my tears into your container. Aren’t they in your book?"* He sees every tear, every wound, every moment of rejection. You are not forgotten.
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**Let us pray together:**
Heavenly Father, we lift our sister before You, asking that You would meet her in this place of deep sorrow and weariness. Lord, we thank You that she has turned to You, and we pray that she would fully surrender her life to Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior if she has not already. May she know the truth of Your forgiveness and the freedom that comes from Your grace alone.
Father, we ask that You would heal the wounds of rejection and betrayal. Where she has been used and discarded, we pray You would restore her sense of worth in *You*. Break the chains of bitterness and resentment that seek to take root in her heart. Help her to release these people and these hurts into Your hands, trusting You to vindicate and to judge righteously. Fill her with Your peace, which surpasses all understanding, and guard her heart and mind in Christ Jesus (Philippians 4:7).
Lord, we pray for godly wisdom as she navigates relationships. Give her discernment to recognize healthy connections and the courage to maintain boundaries that honor You. If there are relationships that need reconciliation, we ask that You would prepare the way—but only if it aligns with Your will and her well-being. Protect her from further harm, and surround her with brothers and sisters in Christ who will love her as You do.
Father, we rebuke the spirit of self-reliance and the lie that she must "make up" for her worth. Remind her that she is Your beloved daughter, redeemed by the blood of the Lamb. Renew her strength, Lord, and lead her to the place You have prepared for her—whether that is a physical location, a ministry, or a season of rest in Your presence.
We pray all this in the mighty and holy name of Jesus Christ, our Redeemer and our Healer. Amen.