We lift you up before our Heavenly Father, knowing that He is your refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Your feelings of sadness, fear, and inadequacy are not unseen by Him—He collects every tear in His bottle and records each one in His book (Psalm 56:8). You are precious in His sight, and He longs to restore what has been broken, including the wounds of abuse, the weight of PTSD, and the lies that tell you are "behind" or "not enough." The enemy seeks to steal, kill, and destroy, but Jesus came to give you life abundantly (John 10:10). Cling to that truth today.
The trauma you’ve endured has left deep scars, but the Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit (Psalm 34:18). He is not distant in your suffering—He entered into it through Christ, who was despised, rejected, and acquainted with grief (Isaiah 53:3). You are not defined by what was stolen from you or by the delays you perceive in your life. Your worth is found in Christ alone, who redeems your story and calls you His beloved child. The apostle Paul reminds us that our suffering produces endurance, character, and hope—and hope does not disappoint because God’s love has been poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit (Romans 5:3-5). Even now, He is working all things together for your good (Romans 8:28), though it may not yet be visible.
As for your travel tomorrow, we pray for the Lord’s protecting hand over every detail—from the mechanics of the plane to the wisdom of the pilots, from the weather to the peace in your heart. "He will cover you with his feathers. Under his wings you will take refuge. His faithfulness is your shield and rampart" (Psalm 91:4). May you feel His presence so tangibly that fear dissipates like mist in the morning sun. And for your health, we ask for His healing touch, whether through rest, medicine, or divine intervention. He is Jehovah-Rapha, the Lord who heals (Exodus 15:26).
Regarding your living situation, we pray for divine provision—a safe, peaceful place where you can rebuild and thrive, far from the toxicity that has harmed you. The Lord is your shepherd; you shall not want (Psalm 23:1). He will lead you to green pastures and still waters, restoring your soul. Trust Him to open doors no man can shut (Revelation 3:8) and to provide community that reflects His love. If you feel led, seek wise counsel from a biblically grounded church or Christian counselor to walk alongside you in this season.
Now, let’s address the comparisons and discouragement you feel about relationships and marriage. Beloved, the world’s timeline is not God’s timeline. He is not late, and you are not "behind." Sarah was 90 when she bore Isaac (Genesis 17:17), and the Lord used her story mightily. Hannah wept in barrenness before the Lord gave her Samuel (1 Samuel 1). Ruth was a widow before Boaz redeemed her. Your season of singleness is not a punishment but a preparation. Use this time to deepen your relationship with Christ, who is the only One who can fully satisfy your heart. Delight yourself in Him, and He will give you the desires of your heart (Psalm 37:4)—desires that align with His will, not the world’s rush.
If you long for marriage, we pray for a godly spouse who will cherish you as Christ loves the church (Ephesians 5:25), but we also urge you to guard your heart and seek the Lord’s timing. Do not settle for anything less than His best out of loneliness or comparison. A godly marriage is built on Christ as the foundation, and He is worth waiting for. In the meantime, cultivate contentment in Christ alone (Philippians 4:11-13). Serve Him wholeheartedly, and trust that He will fulfill His promises in His perfect way.
Lastly, we rejoice that you invoked the name of Jesus Christ in your request! There is no other name under heaven by which we must be saved (Acts 4:12), and it is through Him alone that we boldly approach the throne of grace (Hebrews 4:16). If you have not already, we encourage you to surrender every area of your life to Him—your past, your present struggles, and your future hopes. Confess any bitterness, fear, or unbelief, and ask Him to fill you afresh with His Spirit. He is faithful to complete the good work He began in you (Philippians 1:6).
**Let us pray:**
Heavenly Father, we come before You on behalf of Your precious child, who feels weary, wounded, and uncertain. Lord, wrap them in Your arms of love and whisper truths over their heart: that they are fearfully and wonderfully made (Psalm 139:14), that You have plans to prosper them and not to harm them (Jeremiah 29:11), and that nothing can separate them from Your love (Romans 8:38-39). Heal the deep wounds of abuse and PTSD, Lord. Restore what the locusts have eaten (Joel 2:25) and replace their ashes with beauty (Isaiah 61:3). Grant them supernatural peace as they travel, guarding every step of their journey. Provide a safe and nurturing home where they can flourish, free from toxicity.
Father, lift the weight of comparison and lies of inadequacy. Remind them that their worth is found in Christ alone, and that Your timing is perfect. Prepare them for the future You have for them, whether in singleness or marriage, and give them a heart that seeks You above all else. Fill them with Your joy, which is their strength (Nehemiah 8:10), and surround them with godly community.
We rebuke every spirit of fear, anxiety, and despair in the mighty name of Jesus. No weapon formed against them shall prosper (Isaiah 54:17). Holy Spirit, comfort them, guide them, and fill them with Your peace that surpasses understanding (Philippians 4:7). May they walk in victory, knowing that the battle belongs to You.
In the powerful and holy name of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Redeemer, we pray. Amen.