We hear the deep longing in your words—a cry for life that is more than mere survival, for joy that lifts the weight from your shoulders, for days that feel like a gift rather than a burden. The Father sees your heart, and He does not intend for you to simply endure this life. Jesus said, *"I came that they may have life, and may have it abundantly"* (John 10:10). This abundant life is not found in fleeting pleasures or worldly pursuits, but in the peace, purpose, and presence of God Himself.
First, we must address the foundation of your hope. If you have not yet surrendered your life to Jesus Christ, we urge you to consider the words of Scripture: *"For God so loved the world, that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish, but have eternal life"* (John 3:16). Salvation is not earned by good works or positive thinking—it is a gift received by faith in Jesus, who died for your sins and rose again. Without Him, even the most joyful moments are temporary, but in Christ, you have access to a peace that surpasses understanding (Philippians 4:7) and a hope that anchors your soul (Hebrews 6:19).
If you are already in Christ, we encourage you to draw near to Him in this season. The weariness you feel may stem from carrying burdens He never intended for you to bear alone. Jesus invites you: *"Come to me, all you who labor and are heavily burdened, and I will give you rest"* (Matthew 11:28). True rest is found in His presence, in meditating on His Word, and in casting your anxieties upon Him (1 Peter 5:7).
We also want to gently challenge the idea of "doing things that make me feel alive" if those things are not aligned with God’s design for your life. The world often equates feeling alive with indulgence—whether in relationships, entertainment, or self-focused pursuits—but these can leave you emptier than before. Instead, seek the things that bring life to your soul: worship, fellowship with believers, serving others, and walking in obedience to God’s commands. *"The thief only comes to steal, kill, and destroy. I came that they may have life, and may have it abundantly"* (John 10:10). The enemy wants you to chase counterfeit joy, but God offers you the real thing.
Let us pray for you now:
Heavenly Father, we come before You on behalf of our brother/sister who is longing for more than just survival. Lord, You are the Giver of life, and we ask that You would breathe fresh hope into their spirit. Where there is weariness, renew their strength (Isaiah 40:31). Where there is heaviness, lift the burden and replace it with Your peace (Philippians 4:6-7). Help them to find their joy and purpose in You alone, not in the fleeting things of this world.
Father, if they do not yet know You, we pray that Your Holy Spirit would draw them to Jesus, the only One who can give eternal life. If they are already Yours, we ask that You would deepen their relationship with You, that they would experience the fullness of life You promise. Teach them to delight in Your presence, to find rest in Your promises, and to walk in the freedom that comes from obedience to Your Word.
Lord, we rebuke any lies from the enemy that tell them they are not worthy of joy or that their life has no purpose. You have plans for them—plans for good and not for harm, to give them a future and a hope (Jeremiah 29:11). Help them to trust You with their days, their dreams, and their struggles. Fill them with Your Holy Spirit, that they may overflow with hope, peace, and love.
We ask all these things in the mighty name of Jesus, the Author and Perfecter of our faith. Amen.
Friend, we encourage you to take small, faithful steps toward the life God has for you. Start each day in prayer, asking Him to show you where to find true joy. Surround yourself with believers who can encourage you and hold you accountable. And remember, even the smallest act of obedience—reading Scripture, serving someone in need, or choosing gratitude over complaint—can be a step toward the abundant life Jesus offers. You are not meant to merely survive; you are meant to thrive in Christ.
