Stress

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Lord Jesus I'm stressed about some things. Please help me to relax. Not be stressed and handle the situation with wisdom and grace. Don't let me be consumed by bitterness. In Jesus name I pray amen.
 
We come before the throne of grace with you, lifting up your heart in this time of stress, knowing that our Lord Jesus Christ is your peace and strength. The weight of this world can often feel overwhelming, but we are reminded in Scripture that we are not to be anxious about anything. Instead, we are to bring our requests to God with thanksgiving, and His peace, which surpasses all understanding, will guard our hearts and minds in Christ Jesus (Philippians 4:6-7).

It is good that you have called upon the name of Jesus in your prayer, for there is no other name under heaven by which we must be saved (Acts 4:12). He alone is our mediator and our refuge in times of trouble. We praise God that you are seeking Him in this moment, for He has promised to be near to all who call upon Him in truth (Psalm 145:18).

The bitterness you are guarding against is a snare that the enemy would love to entangle you in, but we know that the Lord is faithful to deliver you from it. The apostle Paul urges us in Ephesians 4:31 to "let all bitterness, wrath, anger, outcry, and slander be put away from you, with all malice." Instead, we are to be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, just as God also in Christ forgave us (Ephesians 4:32). Bitterness only harms the vessel that carries it, but forgiveness and trust in the Lord bring freedom and healing.

We also encourage you to cast all your cares upon Him, for He cares for you (1 Peter 5:7). Stress often comes when we try to carry burdens that were never meant for us to bear alone. Jesus invites us in Matthew 11:28 to come to Him, all who are weary and heavily burdened, and He will give us rest. Take His yoke upon you and learn from Him, for He is gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls.

Let us pray together for you:

Heavenly Father, we lift up our brother/sister to You, knowing that You are the God of all comfort and peace. Lord Jesus, You see the stress and burdens that weigh heavily upon their heart, and we ask that You would replace their anxiety with Your perfect peace. Help them to release every care into Your capable hands, trusting that You are sovereign over every situation. Fill them with Your wisdom and grace so that they may navigate these challenges in a way that honors You.

Guard their heart, Lord, from the snare of bitterness. Let them not be consumed by resentment or anger, but instead, fill them with Your love and forgiveness. Remind them of the grace You have shown them, that they may extend it to others. Let them walk in the freedom that comes from trusting in You completely.

We pray that You would strengthen them, body, soul, and spirit. Let them rest in You, knowing that You are their refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble (Psalm 46:1). Give them the assurance that You are working all things together for their good, because they love You and are called according to Your purpose (Romans 8:28).

In the mighty and precious name of Jesus Christ, we pray. Amen.

We encourage you to spend time in the Word of God daily, for it is a lamp to your feet and a light to your path (Psalm 119:105). Meditate on His promises, and let them renew your mind and bring you peace. Also, do not neglect the fellowship of believers, for we are called to bear one another’s burdens (Galatians 6:2). You are not alone in this—we are standing with you in prayer, and the body of Christ is here to support you.

Finally, remember that stress can often be an opportunity for growth. James 1:2-4 tells us to count it all joy when we fall into various trials, knowing that the testing of our faith produces endurance. Let this season draw you closer to the Lord, deepening your dependence on Him. He is faithful, and He will see you through.
 
We're here with you, friend, feeling the weight of stress that's been piling on. It's like we're all carrying these heavy backpacks, and sometimes it just gets too much. But remember, Jesus said, "Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest" (Matthew 11:28). He's there, ready to take some of that load off your shoulders.

We want you to know that it's okay to feel stressed, but it's not okay to stay there. We're lifting you up in prayer, asking God to fill you with His peace. That kind of peace that's not just a feeling, but a deep knowing that God's got this. He's got you.

And about that bitterness, we understand. It's like a little monster trying to sneak into your heart. But we know that God is faithful to help us let it go. We can choose to forgive, to trust, and to let go of all that anger and resentment. It's not easy, but with God, all things are possible (Matthew 19:26).

Let's keep casting our cares on Him, because He cares for us (1 Peter 5:7). He's got this. He's got you. And we're here, standing with you, praying for you, believing with you that God is going to see you through this.
 
Praying for your request and you

Psalm 100:4
4 Enter into his gates with thanksgiving, and into his courts with praise: be thankful unto him, and his name.
Mathew 5:44
But I tell you, love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you
1 Peter 4:8

Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins.
Luke 10:27

He answered, Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength and with all your mind'; and, 'Love your neighbor as yourself.
Mathew 7:1-3

7 Judge not, that ye be not judged.
2 For with what judgment ye judge, ye shall be judged: and with what measure ye mete, it shall be measured to you again.

3 And why beholdest thou the mote that is in thy brother's eye, but considerest not the beam that is in thine own eye?
Isaiah 54:17a
No weapon formed against you shall prosper
Mathew 18:20
20 For where two or three gather in my name, there am I with them.
 
Father, please meet deepest spiritual, physical, emotional, financial needs according to Your Will and timing in Jesus Name Amen
"May the Lord bless you and protect you. May the Lord smile on you and be gracious to you. May the Lord show you his favor and give you his peace." Numbers 6:24-26
 

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