Suffering
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We hear the deep ache in your heart, and we are grieved to know you are carrying such a heavy burden. The weight of suffering can feel unbearable, especially when the mind is overwhelmed, and the soul cries out for relief. But let us remind you of this truth: God *does* hear you. He is not distant or indifferent to your pain. The enemy of your soul wants you to believe that heaven is silent, but Scripture assures us that the Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit (Psalm 34:18).
You referenced the promise that God gives rest to the weary, and we want to anchor you in His Word. Jesus Himself says, *"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 lowly in heart; and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light"* (Matthew 11:28-30). This is not a conditional promise—it is an invitation from the Savior who *already* bore your sorrows on the cross. He is not ignoring your cry; He is calling you to draw nearer to Him, even when your strength is gone.
Yet we must also ask: Are you bringing your requests to God *in the name of Jesus*? There is no other name by which we are saved, no other name that grants us access to the Father. *"There is one God, and one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus"* (1 Timothy 2:5). If you have not surrendered your life to Him, if you have not confessed Jesus as Lord and believed in your heart that God raised Him from the dead (Romans 10:9), then you are trying to approach God on your own merit—and none of us can stand before Him that way. Salvation is found in no one else (Acts 4:12). If you *have* trusted in Christ, then claim His name boldly in prayer. He is your intercessor, your advocate, your hope.
We also urge you to examine whether there is unconfessed sin weighing on your spirit. Sin separates us from God (Isaiah 59:2), and mental anguish can sometimes be the Lord’s loving discipline, calling us to repentance. *"No discipline seems pleasant at the time, but painful. Later on, however, it produces a harvest of righteousness and peace for those who have been trained by it"* (Hebrews 12:11). Ask the Holy Spirit to search your heart (Psalm 139:23-24). Is there bitterness, unforgiveness, idolatry, or rebellion? Bring it before the Lord and let Him cleanse you.
Now, let us pray for you with the authority and compassion of Christ:
Heavenly Father, we lift up this precious soul to You, knowing that You see every tear, hear every groan, and collect every sorrow in Your bottle (Psalm 56:8). Lord, the pain is real, the exhaustion is deep, and the mind is under attack. But You are the God who parts the seas, who raises the dead, who speaks peace to the storm. We ask You to intervene *right now* in the name of Jesus. Bind every spirit of despair, confusion, and hopelessness that is tormenting our sibling in Christ. Loose Your peace that surpasses understanding (Philippians 4:7) and flood their mind with the truth of Your love.
Father, if there is sin that needs to be exposed, give them the courage to repent. If there is a lie they have believed about Your character, replace it with Your Word. Remind them that You are not a man that You should lie (Numbers 23:19), and that Your promises are "Yes" and "Amen" in Christ (2 Corinthians 1:20). Lord, if they have not yet surrendered to Jesus, soften their heart this very hour. Let them see their need for a Savior and turn to Him without delay.
We pray for supernatural rest—rest for their body, renewal for their mind, and hope for their spirit. Send godly people into their life to encourage them, to pray over them, and to remind them of Your faithfulness. If they need professional help, guide them to wise, biblical counsel. And if the enemy is whispering that You have abandoned them, let Your voice roar louder: *"Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you"* (Hebrews 13:5).
In the mighty name of Jesus, we rebuke every scheme of the devil against this life. We declare that no weapon formed against them will prosper (Isaiah 54:17), and that You, Lord, will restore what the locusts have eaten (Joel 2:25). Fill them with Your joy, which is their strength (Nehemiah 8:10), and let them testify soon of Your deliverance.
We ask all this in the name above every name—Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
Finally, we implore you: Do not isolate yourself. The body of Christ is meant to bear one another’s burdens (Galatians 6:2). Reach out to a pastor, a mature believer, or a counselor who can walk with you. Read Psalm 42 aloud—it is the cry of a soul in distress, yet it ends with hope: *"Why are you in despair, my soul? Why are you disturbed within me? Hope in God! For I shall still praise him: my Savior, my helper, and my God."* Keep praising, even when you don’t feel it. Keep clinging to Him, even when the night is long. He *will* break the dawn.
You referenced the promise that God gives rest to the weary, and we want to anchor you in His Word. Jesus Himself says, *"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 lowly in heart; and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light"* (Matthew 11:28-30). This is not a conditional promise—it is an invitation from the Savior who *already* bore your sorrows on the cross. He is not ignoring your cry; He is calling you to draw nearer to Him, even when your strength is gone.
Yet we must also ask: Are you bringing your requests to God *in the name of Jesus*? There is no other name by which we are saved, no other name that grants us access to the Father. *"There is one God, and one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus"* (1 Timothy 2:5). If you have not surrendered your life to Him, if you have not confessed Jesus as Lord and believed in your heart that God raised Him from the dead (Romans 10:9), then you are trying to approach God on your own merit—and none of us can stand before Him that way. Salvation is found in no one else (Acts 4:12). If you *have* trusted in Christ, then claim His name boldly in prayer. He is your intercessor, your advocate, your hope.
We also urge you to examine whether there is unconfessed sin weighing on your spirit. Sin separates us from God (Isaiah 59:2), and mental anguish can sometimes be the Lord’s loving discipline, calling us to repentance. *"No discipline seems pleasant at the time, but painful. Later on, however, it produces a harvest of righteousness and peace for those who have been trained by it"* (Hebrews 12:11). Ask the Holy Spirit to search your heart (Psalm 139:23-24). Is there bitterness, unforgiveness, idolatry, or rebellion? Bring it before the Lord and let Him cleanse you.
Now, let us pray for you with the authority and compassion of Christ:
Heavenly Father, we lift up this precious soul to You, knowing that You see every tear, hear every groan, and collect every sorrow in Your bottle (Psalm 56:8). Lord, the pain is real, the exhaustion is deep, and the mind is under attack. But You are the God who parts the seas, who raises the dead, who speaks peace to the storm. We ask You to intervene *right now* in the name of Jesus. Bind every spirit of despair, confusion, and hopelessness that is tormenting our sibling in Christ. Loose Your peace that surpasses understanding (Philippians 4:7) and flood their mind with the truth of Your love.
Father, if there is sin that needs to be exposed, give them the courage to repent. If there is a lie they have believed about Your character, replace it with Your Word. Remind them that You are not a man that You should lie (Numbers 23:19), and that Your promises are "Yes" and "Amen" in Christ (2 Corinthians 1:20). Lord, if they have not yet surrendered to Jesus, soften their heart this very hour. Let them see their need for a Savior and turn to Him without delay.
We pray for supernatural rest—rest for their body, renewal for their mind, and hope for their spirit. Send godly people into their life to encourage them, to pray over them, and to remind them of Your faithfulness. If they need professional help, guide them to wise, biblical counsel. And if the enemy is whispering that You have abandoned them, let Your voice roar louder: *"Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you"* (Hebrews 13:5).
In the mighty name of Jesus, we rebuke every scheme of the devil against this life. We declare that no weapon formed against them will prosper (Isaiah 54:17), and that You, Lord, will restore what the locusts have eaten (Joel 2:25). Fill them with Your joy, which is their strength (Nehemiah 8:10), and let them testify soon of Your deliverance.
We ask all this in the name above every name—Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
Finally, we implore you: Do not isolate yourself. The body of Christ is meant to bear one another’s burdens (Galatians 6:2). Reach out to a pastor, a mature believer, or a counselor who can walk with you. Read Psalm 42 aloud—it is the cry of a soul in distress, yet it ends with hope: *"Why are you in despair, my soul? Why are you disturbed within me? Hope in God! For I shall still praise him: my Savior, my helper, and my God."* Keep praising, even when you don’t feel it. Keep clinging to Him, even when the night is long. He *will* break the dawn.
We're here with you, dear friend, in your struggle. We understand the heavy weight you're carrying, and we want you to know that you're not alone. God sees you, He hears you, and He's right there with you in your pain. Just like Jesus invited the weary to come to Him, we invite you to come to Him too. He's not ignoring your cries; He's calling you to draw near to Him, even in your exhaustion. He promises rest for your soul, and we believe that He's faithful to keep that promise.
We want to remind you of the power of prayer in Jesus' name. It's not just a phrase we tack on at the end; it's our access to the Father. Jesus said, "If you remain in me and my words remain in you, ask whatever you wish, and it will be done for you" (John 15:7). So, let's come boldly before the throne of grace, trusting in Jesus' name.
We also want to encourage you to keep seeking the Lord. If there's unconfessed sin in your life, ask the Holy Spirit to reveal it to you. He's there to guide you into all truth (John 16:13). And remember, God disciplines those He loves (Hebrews 12:6). Sometimes, our struggles are His way of drawing us closer to Him.
Let's pray together:
Dear Heavenly Father, we lift up our dear sister/brother to You. We ask that You would comfort them in their time of need. Fill them with Your peace that surpasses all understanding. Give them rest, renewal, and hope. Send godly people to encourage them, and guide them to wise biblical counsel if needed. Remind them of Your unfailing love and faithfulness. In Jesus' mighty name, we pray. Amen.
And remember, keep reaching out to others. The body of Christ is here to bear one another's burdens. You're not meant to walk this path alone. Keep praising, keep clinging to Him, and trust that He will break the dawn.
We want to remind you of the power of prayer in Jesus' name. It's not just a phrase we tack on at the end; it's our access to the Father. Jesus said, "If you remain in me and my words remain in you, ask whatever you wish, and it will be done for you" (John 15:7). So, let's come boldly before the throne of grace, trusting in Jesus' name.
We also want to encourage you to keep seeking the Lord. If there's unconfessed sin in your life, ask the Holy Spirit to reveal it to you. He's there to guide you into all truth (John 16:13). And remember, God disciplines those He loves (Hebrews 12:6). Sometimes, our struggles are His way of drawing us closer to Him.
Let's pray together:
Dear Heavenly Father, we lift up our dear sister/brother to You. We ask that You would comfort them in their time of need. Fill them with Your peace that surpasses all understanding. Give them rest, renewal, and hope. Send godly people to encourage them, and guide them to wise biblical counsel if needed. Remind them of Your unfailing love and faithfulness. In Jesus' mighty name, we pray. Amen.
And remember, keep reaching out to others. The body of Christ is here to bear one another's burdens. You're not meant to walk this path alone. Keep praising, keep clinging to Him, and trust that He will break the dawn.
The Encourager
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. God Loves You. 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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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.
Healed Spirit Soul And Body
Healed Spirit Soul And Body
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Cinu
Beloved of All
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)
Help in Prayer
Dwelling and Thriving in God’s grace where everything happens for good (Romans 8:28)
Pray that the Lord may open the eyes of the nations affected by coronavirus (Specifically forces against God’s people)
sermons
Be a Prayer Warrior: “Praying for others”
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)
Help in Prayer
Dwelling and Thriving in God’s grace where everything happens for good (Romans 8:28)
Pray that the Lord may open the eyes of the nations affected by coronavirus (Specifically forces against God’s people)
sermons
Be a Prayer Warrior: “Praying for others”
We want you to know how deeply we have been lifting you up in prayer over these past days, standing with you in the battle for your mind and heart. The weight of mental and emotional suffering is heavy, and we understand how isolating it can feel when the answers seem delayed—but we want to remind you that God sees you, even in the silence. He is near to the brokenhearted, and He collects every tear you’ve shed.
We have been praying specifically for God to grant you the rest and breakthrough you so desperately need. Sometimes the Lord works in ways we don’t immediately recognize, and other times, He calls us to persist in faith, trusting that His timing is perfect. If you’ve experienced even the smallest glimmer of hope or relief, we’d love to rejoice with you—please share a praise report so we can thank God together for His faithfulness.
If the burden still feels overwhelming, we want you to know we are not done praying. Post your request again, and let us continue to intercede for you, believing that God is at work even now. You are not forgotten, and your struggle is not invisible to Him. Keep holding on to Jesus, even when it’s hard. He is your strength, your refuge, and the One who promises to renew your mind and restore your soul.
We are here with you, and we will keep praying in Jesus’ name.
We have been praying specifically for God to grant you the rest and breakthrough you so desperately need. Sometimes the Lord works in ways we don’t immediately recognize, and other times, He calls us to persist in faith, trusting that His timing is perfect. If you’ve experienced even the smallest glimmer of hope or relief, we’d love to rejoice with you—please share a praise report so we can thank God together for His faithfulness.
If the burden still feels overwhelming, we want you to know we are not done praying. Post your request again, and let us continue to intercede for you, believing that God is at work even now. You are not forgotten, and your struggle is not invisible to Him. Keep holding on to Jesus, even when it’s hard. He is your strength, your refuge, and the One who promises to renew your mind and restore your soul.
We are here with you, and we will keep praying in Jesus’ name.
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