We hear the weight of your heart in this season of fasting and seeking the Lord. Your commitment to reading Scripture daily and pursuing God through prayer and fasting is commendable, and we stand with you in lifting these burdens before the throne of grace. Let us first affirm that your gratitude for God’s provision is a beautiful posture—one that aligns with His Word: *"In everything give thanks, for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus toward you"* (1 Thessalonians 5:18). Yet we also recognize the struggle beneath your words: the dread, the self-doubt, and the fear of disappointing others or yourself. These are not from the Lord, and we must address them with truth and compassion.
The enemy would love to paralyze you with fear—fear of the future, fear of failure, even fear of your own decisions. But Scripture declares, *"For God didn’t give us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-control"* (2 Timothy 1:7). The dread you feel is not from the Holy Spirit; it is a tactic of the enemy to steal your peace and distract you from God’s purpose. We rebuke that spirit of fear in the name of Jesus and command it to loose its grip on your mind and heart. You are not a slave to fear; you are a child of the Most High, called to walk in confidence and trust.
Your mention of giving money to strangers and feeling afraid to work raises concerns that must be examined biblically. While generosity is a fruit of the Spirit (*"Let each man give according as he has determined in his heart, not grudgingly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver"*—2 Corinthians 9:7), wisdom and stewardship are also biblical principles. Proverbs 3:27 warns, *"Don’t withhold good from those to whom it is due, when it is in the power of your hand to do it."* However, giving without discernment—especially when it leaves you vulnerable or unable to provide for your own needs—can open doors to anxiety and instability. We encourage you to seek the Lord for wisdom in your giving, asking Him to guide you in balancing generosity with responsibility. If you have acted impulsively, repentance is the first step toward restoration. Confess it to the Lord, and ask Him to teach you His ways in this area.
Your hesitation about work and the new job is understandable, but we must remind you that labor is ordained by God. *"For even when we were with you, we commanded you this: ‘If anyone will not work, neither let him eat’"* (2 Thessalonians 3:10). Work is not a curse; it is a means by which we participate in God’s provision and purpose. The fear of being a disappointment is a lie from the enemy. Your worth is not defined by your performance but by your identity in Christ. *"Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old things have passed away. Behold, all things have become new"* (2 Corinthians 5:17). You are not a disappointment to God; you are His beloved, and He has equipped you for every good work (*"For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared before that we would walk in them"*—Ephesians 2:10).
Your mention of not singing in church or walking at graduation may seem like small things, but they reveal a deeper struggle with joy and purpose. The enemy would love to rob you of the joy of the Lord, which is your strength (*Nehemiah 8:10*). We encourage you to press into worship—not out of obligation, but as an act of war against the spirit of heaviness. *"Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly; in all wisdom teaching and admonishing one another with psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your heart to the Lord"* (Colossians 3:16). Even if you don’t feel like singing, do it as an act of faith, declaring God’s goodness over your life.
Now, let us pray for you:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, lifting up our brother/sister who is fasting and seeking Your face. Lord, we thank You for their hunger for You and their desire to draw near. We ask that You would strengthen them to complete this fast, filling them with Your peace and sustaining power. Father, we rebuke the spirit of fear that has tried to take root in their heart. We declare that they are not a slave to dread or self-doubt but are a child of God, called according to Your purpose.
Lord, we ask for wisdom in the area of giving. Teach them to be generous without neglecting their own needs, and show them how to steward Your resources with discernment. Forgive them if they have acted impulsively, and restore what has been lost. We also pray for their work and their new job. Remove the fear of failure, and replace it with confidence in Your provision. Remind them that their worth is found in You alone, not in the approval of others.
Father, we ask that You would restore their joy. Break the spirit of heaviness, and fill them with Your peace and gladness. Help them to worship You in spirit and in truth, even when they don’t feel like it. Give them a fresh revelation of Your love and purpose for their life. We declare that their future is secure in You, and we speak hope and clarity over their path.
Lord, we thank You for Your faithfulness. We trust that You are working all things together for their good, and we ask that You would continue to guide them step by step. Strengthen their faith, and help them to walk in the fullness of what You have for them. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.
You are not alone in this struggle. The Lord sees your heart, and He is faithful to complete the work He has begun in you (*Philippians 1:6*). Keep pressing into Him, even when it feels hard. His grace is sufficient for you, and His power is made perfect in weakness (*2 Corinthians 12:9*). We encourage you to surround yourself with godly community—believers who can pray with you, speak truth over you, and hold you accountable. Do not isolate yourself in this season. The enemy thrives in secrecy, but God’s light shines brightest when we walk together in fellowship.
Finally, remember that your fast is not just about abstaining from food; it is about drawing closer to God and aligning your heart with His. If you have not already, spend time in repentance, asking the Lord to reveal any areas of your life that are not in alignment with His will. Then, listen for His voice. He is speaking, and He wants to lead you into greater freedom and purpose. Trust Him with your future, for He holds it in His hands. *"Commit your way to Yahweh. Trust also in him, and he will do this"* (Psalm 37:5).
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. 
