Please pray for me as today was a day where I feel I truly failed God. I'm struggling so much to be as He wants me to be. I know I don't have to be as He calls me to be according to my own power but His but I'm still struggling. Please pray for me. Thank you.
Tired and failing
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We hear the weariness in your heart, dear brother or sister, and we are grieved to know you are carrying such a heavy burden today. But take heart—your struggle is not unseen by the Lord, nor is your desire to honor Him. The very fact that you mourn your failures and long to walk in obedience is evidence that the Holy Spirit is at work within you. Remember what the apostle Paul declared in Romans 7:18-19, *"For I know that in me, that is, in my flesh, dwells no good thing. For desire is present with me, but I don’t find it doing what is good. For the good which I desire, I don’t do; but the evil which I don’t desire, that I practice."* If even Paul, a mighty man of God, wrestled with the tension between his flesh and his spirit, how much more might we expect to face the same battle? Yet he did not remain in despair, for he also proclaimed in Romans 8:1, *"There is therefore now no condemnation to those who are in Christ Jesus, who don’t walk according to the flesh, but according to the Spirit."*
You are correct—this walk is not by your own strength, but by His. In 2 Corinthians 12:9, the Lord told Paul, *"My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness."* Your weakness is not a barrier to God’s work in you; rather, it is the very place where His strength is displayed. When you feel as though you have failed, run to the cross, where Jesus has already paid the price for every stumble, every shortcoming. His mercy is new every morning (Lamentations 3:22-23), and His love for you is not based on your performance but on His unchanging nature.
We must also remind you that the enemy of your soul seeks to accuse you, to magnify your failures, and to make you believe you are beyond God’s reach. But Scripture tells us in Revelation 12:10 that the accuser has been cast down, and in Christ, you have the authority to silence his lies. When condemnation whispers, respond with the truth of 1 John 1:9: *"If we confess our sins, he is faithful and righteous to forgive us the sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness."*
Let us pray for you now:
Heavenly Father, we lift up our brother/sister before You, who comes with a heavy and contrite heart. Lord, they feel the weight of their struggles and the pain of falling short, but we thank You that You do not despise a broken spirit (Psalm 51:17). Father, remind them that Your love is not earned—it is freely given through the blood of Jesus. Strengthen them by Your Spirit to rise again, not in their own power, but in the power of Christ who dwells within them.
Lord, we rebuke the lies of the enemy that seek to keep them in shame and despair. Let them hear Your voice above all others, speaking peace, forgiveness, and hope. Fill them afresh with Your Spirit, that they may walk in victory, not by might nor by power, but by Your Spirit (Zechariah 4:6). Give them rest, Lord, for their soul is weary. Remind them that You are their Sabbath, their place of ceasing from striving, where they can find true rest in You (Matthew 11:28).
Father, we ask that You would surround them with Your presence, that they may know beyond any doubt that they are Your beloved child. Let them rise from this place of brokenness with a renewed sense of Your calling, not as one who is defeated, but as one who is more than a conqueror through Christ (Romans 8:37). We pray all this in the mighty and holy name of Jesus, our Redeemer and our Strength. Amen.
Beloved, do not lose heart. The Lord is not finished with you. He who began a good work in you will complete it (Philippians 1:6). Keep your eyes fixed on Jesus, the author and perfecter of your faith (Hebrews 12:2). When you stumble, let it drive you closer to Him, not farther away. He is your Advocate, your High Priest who intercedes for you even now (1 John 2:1, Hebrews 7:25). You are not defined by your failures, but by His faithfulness. Stand firm in that truth.
You are correct—this walk is not by your own strength, but by His. In 2 Corinthians 12:9, the Lord told Paul, *"My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness."* Your weakness is not a barrier to God’s work in you; rather, it is the very place where His strength is displayed. When you feel as though you have failed, run to the cross, where Jesus has already paid the price for every stumble, every shortcoming. His mercy is new every morning (Lamentations 3:22-23), and His love for you is not based on your performance but on His unchanging nature.
We must also remind you that the enemy of your soul seeks to accuse you, to magnify your failures, and to make you believe you are beyond God’s reach. But Scripture tells us in Revelation 12:10 that the accuser has been cast down, and in Christ, you have the authority to silence his lies. When condemnation whispers, respond with the truth of 1 John 1:9: *"If we confess our sins, he is faithful and righteous to forgive us the sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness."*
Let us pray for you now:
Heavenly Father, we lift up our brother/sister before You, who comes with a heavy and contrite heart. Lord, they feel the weight of their struggles and the pain of falling short, but we thank You that You do not despise a broken spirit (Psalm 51:17). Father, remind them that Your love is not earned—it is freely given through the blood of Jesus. Strengthen them by Your Spirit to rise again, not in their own power, but in the power of Christ who dwells within them.
Lord, we rebuke the lies of the enemy that seek to keep them in shame and despair. Let them hear Your voice above all others, speaking peace, forgiveness, and hope. Fill them afresh with Your Spirit, that they may walk in victory, not by might nor by power, but by Your Spirit (Zechariah 4:6). Give them rest, Lord, for their soul is weary. Remind them that You are their Sabbath, their place of ceasing from striving, where they can find true rest in You (Matthew 11:28).
Father, we ask that You would surround them with Your presence, that they may know beyond any doubt that they are Your beloved child. Let them rise from this place of brokenness with a renewed sense of Your calling, not as one who is defeated, but as one who is more than a conqueror through Christ (Romans 8:37). We pray all this in the mighty and holy name of Jesus, our Redeemer and our Strength. Amen.
Beloved, do not lose heart. The Lord is not finished with you. He who began a good work in you will complete it (Philippians 1:6). Keep your eyes fixed on Jesus, the author and perfecter of your faith (Hebrews 12:2). When you stumble, let it drive you closer to Him, not farther away. He is your Advocate, your High Priest who intercedes for you even now (1 John 2:1, Hebrews 7:25). You are not defined by your failures, but by His faithfulness. Stand firm in that truth.
We're right here with you, feeling your weariness and frustration. It's tough, isn't it? It's like you're in a battle, and you're feeling beat down. But remember, even the strongest warriors need rest and encouragement. You're not alone in this fight. We're here, cheering you on, and more importantly, God is right there with you.
You're right, this walk isn't about your strength, but His. In fact, it's in your weakness that His strength is made perfect. So, let's lean into that. Let's lean into Jesus, who loves you so much that He took all your failures and stumbles upon Himself. He's not surprised by your struggles, and He's not disappointed in you. He's just waiting for you to turn to Him, to find rest in Him.
Let's pray together, shall we?
"Dear Jesus, we come to You today, carrying our friend's weariness and frustration. Lord, they're feeling defeated, but we know that's not the end of their story. You've got a plan and a purpose for them, and You're not done with them yet. Strengthen them, Lord. Fill them with Your Spirit. Remind them that they are Your beloved child, and that You're working in them, even in their struggles. Help them to find rest in You, and to trust in Your unfailing love. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."
You're right, this walk isn't about your strength, but His. In fact, it's in your weakness that His strength is made perfect. So, let's lean into that. Let's lean into Jesus, who loves you so much that He took all your failures and stumbles upon Himself. He's not surprised by your struggles, and He's not disappointed in you. He's just waiting for you to turn to Him, to find rest in Him.
Let's pray together, shall we?
"Dear Jesus, we come to You today, carrying our friend's weariness and frustration. Lord, they're feeling defeated, but we know that's not the end of their story. You've got a plan and a purpose for them, and You're not done with them yet. Strengthen them, Lord. Fill them with Your Spirit. Remind them that they are Your beloved child, and that You're working in them, even in their struggles. Help them to find rest in You, and to trust in Your unfailing love. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."
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. www.theencourager.net
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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. www.theencourager.net
Healed Spirit Soul And Body
Healed Spirit Soul And Body
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We want to thank you for allowing us the honor of lifting you up before the Lord these past few days. Your heart’s cry has resonated deeply with us, and we’ve been praying earnestly that God would meet you in this place of weariness and self-doubt, reminding you that His strength is made perfect in your weakness. You don’t have to carry the weight of perfection—He already carried it all at Calvary, and He is faithful to complete the good work He began in you.
If the Lord has brought you comfort, renewal, or a fresh sense of His grace in this time, we’d love to rejoice with you in a praise report. Let us celebrate how He is sustaining you, even in the struggle. And if this season still feels heavy, if the battle against discouragement or failure persists, we want you to know you’re not alone—post your request again so we can continue to stand with you in prayer, believing for God’s peace and purpose to overwhelm your heart.
No matter how you feel, His love for you hasn’t wavered. He sees your sincerity, your longing to honor Him, and He is near to the brokenhearted. Keep seeking Him, dear brother or sister—He is your refuge and strength.
We’re praying for you still. In Jesus Name.
If the Lord has brought you comfort, renewal, or a fresh sense of His grace in this time, we’d love to rejoice with you in a praise report. Let us celebrate how He is sustaining you, even in the struggle. And if this season still feels heavy, if the battle against discouragement or failure persists, we want you to know you’re not alone—post your request again so we can continue to stand with you in prayer, believing for God’s peace and purpose to overwhelm your heart.
No matter how you feel, His love for you hasn’t wavered. He sees your sincerity, your longing to honor Him, and He is near to the brokenhearted. Keep seeking Him, dear brother or sister—He is your refuge and strength.
We’re praying for you still. In Jesus Name.
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