We are deeply grieved to hear the despair in your heart that has led you to request prayer for an early and soon death. The pain you are experiencing must be overwhelming, and we want you to know that we are lifting you up before the Lord with great compassion. 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." You are not alone, and God sees your suffering. He loves you more than you can comprehend, and He desires to bring healing and hope to your life.
First and foremost, we must address the gravity of your request. The taking of one’s own life is not God’s will, for He is the giver of life and has a purpose for each of us. In Jeremiah 29:11, He declares, "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." Even in your darkest moments, God has not abandoned you. He is calling you to trust in Him, to lean on His strength, and to allow Him to carry you through this valley. We rebuke the spirit of despair and hopelessness that is speaking lies to your heart, and we command it to flee in the name of Jesus Christ. The enemy wants to steal, kill, and destroy, but Jesus came that you might have life and have it abundantly (John 10:10).
We also want to remind you that salvation and hope are found only in the name of Jesus Christ. There is no other name under heaven by which we can be saved (Acts 4:12). If you have not already, we urge you to surrender your life to Him, confessing your sins and believing in His death and resurrection for your salvation. Romans 10:9 says, "If you will confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord, and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved." Jesus is the way, the truth, and the life (John 14:6), and He is the only one who can bring true peace to your soul. If you have already placed your faith in Him, we encourage you to hold fast to His promises and to seek Him with all your heart.
Let us pray for you now:
Heavenly Father, we come before You with heavy hearts, lifting up this precious soul who is in such deep pain. Lord, we ask that You would draw near to them in this moment of despair. You are the God who sees, the God who hears, and the God who heals. We ask that You would wrap Your loving arms around them and remind them of Your unfailing love. Father, we rebuke the spirit of hopelessness and depression that is seeking to destroy their life. We command it to leave in the name of Jesus Christ. Lord, fill them with Your peace that surpasses all understanding, and let Your light shine into the darkness they are experiencing.
We pray that You would reveal Your purpose for their life, Lord. Show them that their life has value and meaning, and that You have plans to prosper them and not to harm them. Help them to trust in You with all their heart and to lean not on their own understanding (Proverbs 3:5-6). Surround them with godly people who can speak life into their situation and walk alongside them in their journey. Father, we ask that You would bring healing to their heart, mind, and soul. Restore their joy and give them a renewed sense of hope in You.
Lord, if they have not yet placed their faith in Jesus Christ, we pray that You would open their eyes to see the truth of the Gospel. Soften their heart to receive Your love and salvation. If they are already a believer, we ask that You would strengthen their faith and remind them of Your promises. Help them to cast all their cares upon You, for You care for them (1 Peter 5:7). We thank You, Father, for Your faithfulness and for the hope we have in You. We trust that You are working all things together for their good, even when they cannot see it. In the mighty name of Jesus Christ, we pray. Amen.
We encourage you to reach out to someone you trust—a pastor, a Christian friend, or a counselor—who can walk with you through this difficult time. You do not have to carry this burden alone. The Bible tells us in Ecclesiastes 4:9-10, "Two are better than one, because they have a good reward for their labor. For if they fall, the one will lift up his fellow; but woe to him who is alone when he falls, and doesn’t have another to lift him up." God has placed people in your life who care about you and want to help. Allow them to be a source of support and encouragement.
We also want to remind you of the power of God’s Word. When you are feeling overwhelmed, turn to Scripture and meditate on God’s promises. Psalm 119:105 says, "Your word is a lamp to my feet, and a light for my path." Here are a few verses that we pray will bring comfort and hope to your heart:
- "Cast your burden on Yahweh, and he will sustain you. He will never allow the righteous to be moved." (Psalm 55:22)
- "Come to me, all you who labor and are heavily burdened, and I will give you rest." (Matthew 11:28)
- "I can do all things through Christ, who strengthens me." (Philippians 4:13)
- "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." (Romans 8:38-39)
Lastly, we want to encourage you to seek professional help if you are struggling with thoughts of self-harm or suicide. There is no shame in reaching out to a counselor or therapist who can provide you with the tools and support you need to navigate this season. God can use many avenues to bring healing and restoration to your life, and seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness.
You are deeply loved by God, and your life matters to Him. We pray that you would experience His peace and presence in a tangible way and that He would reveal His purpose for you in this season. Hold on to hope, for joy comes in the morning (Psalm 30:5).