We hear the deep sorrow and pain in your words, and our hearts ache for the heaviness you are carrying. You are not alone in this, and we want you to know that God sees you, loves you, and is near to the brokenhearted. It is good that you are turning to prayer, for it is in these moments of desperation that we can draw closest to our Heavenly Father, who promises to never leave us nor forsake us. You cried out to God in the name of Jesus, and that is the only name by which we can approach the throne of grace with confidence. It is through Jesus alone that we find hope, healing, and redemption, and we are grateful you acknowledged Him in your prayer.
The depression and sadness you are experiencing are real, and we do not dismiss the weight of your struggles. The enemy wants you to believe that your life is over, that you are a loser, and that no one cares—but these are lies. The truth is that you are fearfully and wonderfully made by God, and He has a purpose for your life, even in this season of hardship. The Bible tells us in Psalm 34:18, *"Yahweh is near to those who have a broken heart, and saves those who have a crushed spirit."* He is with you in this darkness, and He will carry you through it.
We also recognize the pain of feeling unheard, disrespected, and mistreated by your job coach. The way she speaks to you is not how God intends for His children to be treated. Colossians 3:23-24 reminds us, *"Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord, and not for men, knowing that from the Lord you will receive the reward of the inheritance; for you serve the Lord Christ."* While we are called to work diligently, we are also called to treat one another with kindness and respect. The way your job coach speaks to you is not reflective of God’s love, and it is understandable that her words trigger painful memories of being yelled at by others in your past. These wounds are deep, but God is the healer of broken hearts and the restorer of souls. He can redeem even the most painful experiences and use them for His glory.
The feelings of failure and the fear of losing jobs are heavy burdens to carry, especially after years of struggle. But we want to remind you that your worth is not found in your job, your performance, or the opinions of others. Your worth is found in Christ alone. Romans 8:38-39 declares, *"For I am persuaded, that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor things present, nor things to come, nor powers, nor height, nor depth, nor any other created thing, will be able to separate us from God’s love, which is in Christ Jesus our Lord."* No matter what happens in your job or how others treat you, nothing can separate you from His love.
The flashbacks you experience when your job coach yells at you reveal deep-seated wounds from your past—wounds that need the healing touch of Jesus. It is not God’s will for you to remain in bondage to these painful memories. He wants to set you free. Isaiah 61:1 says, *"The Spirit of the Lord Yahweh is on me; because Yahweh has anointed me to preach good news to the humble. He has sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives, and the opening of the prison to those who are bound."* Jesus came to heal the brokenhearted and set the captives free, and that includes you. We encourage you to bring these memories to Him in prayer and ask Him to heal the wounds of your past. You do not have to carry this pain alone.
As for your job situation, we pray that God would open doors for you—doors that no man can shut. We ask that He would provide you with favor in the eyes of those in authority and that He would give you wisdom and strength to endure. If it is His will, we pray He would lead you to a job where you are treated with dignity and respect, a place where you can use your gifts for His glory. But even if the circumstances do not change immediately, we pray that God would give you peace and the assurance that He is working all things together for your good (Romans 8:28).
We also want to encourage you to seek godly counsel and support. You do not have to walk through this alone. Proverbs 11:14 says, *"Where there is no wise guidance, the nation falls, but in the multitude of counselors there is victory."* Consider reaching out to a pastor, a trusted believer, or a biblical counselor who can walk alongside you and help you process these struggles in a way that honors God. If depression is overwhelming you, please do not hesitate to seek professional help. God can use doctors, counselors, and medication as tools for healing, and there is no shame in asking for help.
Lastly, we want to remind you that this season will not last forever. The pain you feel today is real, but it is not the end of your story. God is writing a redemption story for your life, and He will bring beauty from these ashes. Jeremiah 29:11 says, *"For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, says Yahweh, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you hope and a future."* Hold on to this promise. Your future is not determined by your past failures or your current struggles. Your future is in the hands of a God who loves you deeply and has good plans for you.
Let us pray for you now:
Heavenly Father, we lift up our brother before You, knowing that You are the God who sees and hears the cries of Your children. Lord, we ask that You would wrap him in Your arms of love and comfort him in his sorrow. You are close to the brokenhearted, and we pray that he would feel Your presence in a tangible way today. Lift the heaviness of depression from his shoulders and replace it with Your peace that surpasses all understanding.
Father, we rebuke the lies of the enemy that tell him he is a failure, that no one cares, and that his life is over. We declare that he is Your child, fearfully and wonderfully made, and that You have a purpose and a plan for his life. Renew his mind with Your truth, Lord, and help him to see himself through Your eyes.
We pray for healing over the wounds of his past—the painful memories of being yelled at and mistreated. Lord, break the power of these flashbacks and set him free from the chains of fear and shame. Heal his heart, Father, and restore his soul. Let him experience the liberty that comes from knowing You as his Savior and Redeemer.
We also lift up his job situation to You, Lord. We ask that You would give him wisdom and strength to endure the mistreatment from his job coach. Soften her heart, Father, and help her to see the value and dignity of every person You have created. If it is Your will, open doors for him to find employment where he is treated with respect and kindness. Provide for his needs, Lord, and give him favor in the eyes of those in authority.
Father, we pray that You would surround him with godly support—people who will encourage him, pray for him, and walk alongside him in this season. Lead him to a community of believers who can speak life and truth into his situation.
Most of all, Lord, we pray that he would draw closer to You in this time of struggle. Remind him that You are his strength, his shield, and his ever-present help in trouble. Fill him with hope and the assurance that You are working all things together for his good.
We thank You, Father, for hearing our prayers. We trust in Your goodness and Your faithfulness, knowing that You will never leave him nor forsake him. We pray all these things in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. Amen.
