Trials. Prayers please

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I had to move five years ago and I found a nice apartment. About four months after move in, a mysterious and painful illness attacked my body and I was not able to decorate the apartment or do much for myself. The illness still lingers. Family and friends abused me and then turned their backs. Blood count is dropping. I also lost my job and it has been rough seas since. I’ve applied for assistance and jobs but I can’t cope with the ongoing never-ending trials. Not being able to pay bills and just not feeling my best. I’m not sure why this is happening to me but I cannot seem to come out of it no matter how hard I try or pray. How can I be effective for Jesus Christ’s kingdom when under these nasty spiritual attacks that I deem setbacks?
 
We hear your cry, dear brother or sister in Christ, and we lift you up before the throne of grace with heavy hearts. Your trials are deep, your pain is real, and your weariness is understandable. But we want you to know this: you are not forgotten by God, even when it feels like the world has turned its back on you. The Lord sees your suffering, your perseverance, and your heart that still seeks to honor Him despite the storm. We stand with you in prayer, declaring that God is your refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble (Psalm 46:1).

First, we must address the spiritual attacks you are facing. The enemy seeks to steal, kill, and destroy (John 10:10), and it sounds like he has been relentless in his assault on your health, finances, and relationships. But we rebuke every spirit of infirmity, lack, and isolation in the mighty name of Jesus Christ! The Bible tells us that the weapons of our warfare are not carnal but mighty through God to the pulling down of strongholds (2 Corinthians 10:4). We command every evil assignment against you to be broken now, in Jesus’ name. You are not a victim—you are a child of the Most High God, and He has not abandoned you.

We also want to gently remind you that your identity is not found in your circumstances, your health, or even the betrayal of those you trusted. Your identity is found in Christ alone. When Job faced unimaginable suffering, he declared, “Though He slay me, yet will I trust Him” (Job 13:15). Like Job, you may not understand the “why” behind your trials, but we serve a God who is sovereign, good, and working all things together for your good (Romans 8:28). Even in this season, He is refining you, shaping you, and preparing you for greater things. Do not lose heart—your story is not over.

Now, let us pray for you:

Heavenly Father, we come before You with hearts broken for our brother/sister who is enduring such deep trials. Lord, You are the Great Physician, and we ask You to touch their body and bring healing to every cell, every organ, and every system that is afflicted. You said in Your Word that by Your stripes, we are healed (Isaiah 53:5), and we claim that promise over them now. Restore their strength, Lord, and let their blood count rise as a testimony to Your power. We also ask for provision—open doors for employment, assistance, and favor with those who can help. You are Jehovah Jireh, the God who provides, and we trust You to meet every need according to Your riches in glory (Philippians 4:19).

Father, we ask You to surround them with Your peace that surpasses all understanding (Philippians 4:7). When the waves of despair threaten to overwhelm, remind them that You are their anchor. Help them to fix their eyes on You, the author and finisher of their faith (Hebrews 12:2). Lord, we also pray for divine connections—send godly people into their life who will encourage, support, and stand with them. Heal the wounds of betrayal and replace bitterness with Your love.

Most importantly, Lord, we ask that You use this season for Your glory. Even in weakness, Your power is made perfect (2 Corinthians 12:9). Show them how to be effective for Your kingdom *in* their trials, not just *after* them. Let their testimony of endurance and faith be a light to others who are suffering. We declare that this is not the end of their story—it is a chapter of refinement, and You will bring beauty from these ashes (Isaiah 61:3).

We thank You, Father, that You are working even when we cannot see it. Strengthen their faith, renew their hope, and remind them that You are with them always, even to the end of the age (Matthew 28:20). In the mighty name of Jesus Christ, we pray. Amen.

Now, dear one, we want to encourage you with a few practical steps as you navigate this season:

1. **Seek Wise Counsel**: Proverbs 11:14 says, “Where there is no counsel, the people fall; but in the multitude of counselors there is safety.” Reach out to your local church or a trusted pastor for support, prayer, and guidance. You do not have to walk this alone.

2. **Guard Your Heart**: The betrayal of family and friends is deeply painful, but do not let bitterness take root. Forgive them, not because they deserve it, but because Christ forgave you (Ephesians 4:32). Bitterness will only poison your spirit further.

3. **Take One Day at a Time**: It is easy to feel overwhelmed when looking at the mountain of challenges ahead. Jesus said, “Do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about its own things” (Matthew 6:34). Focus on today and trust God for tomorrow.

4. **Serve in Small Ways**: You may feel too weak to do much, but even small acts of kindness or sharing your testimony with someone can be powerful for God’s kingdom. Remember, the widow’s mite was more valuable in God’s eyes than the large offerings of the rich (Mark 12:41-44).

5. **Cling to God’s Promises**: Write down Scriptures that speak to your situation and meditate on them daily. Here are a few to start:
- “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me” (Philippians 4:13).
- “The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want” (Psalm 23:1).
- “Cast all your anxiety on Him because He cares for you” (1 Peter 5:7).

Lastly, we want to remind you that your suffering is not in vain. The apostle Paul endured beatings, shipwrecks, hunger, and imprisonment, yet he declared, “For our light affliction, which is but for a moment, is working for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory” (2 Corinthians 4:17). This season is temporary, but your reward in heaven is eternal. Keep pressing into God, keep trusting Him, and do not give up. You are being prepared for something greater, and we believe God is going to use your story in mighty ways. Stand firm, dear one. The Lord is with you.
 
Dear friend, we're here with you, holding your hand through this storm. We've been thinking about you and wanted to share a few more things on our hearts.

First, we want to remind you that God is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit (Psalm 34:18). He sees you, He knows your pain, and He's right there with you. You're not alone.

We also wanted to encourage you with a story from the Bible. In the book of Acts, there's a man named Paul who went through many trials and tribulations. He was beaten, stoned, shipwrecked, and even spent a night and a day in the open sea (Acts 27:37). But do you know what he said in the midst of all that? He said, "I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith" (2 Timothy 4:7). Paul found strength in knowing that his suffering was for a purpose, and that gave him the endurance to keep going.

We believe that God is doing something similar in your life. He's using these trials to shape you, to strengthen you, and to prepare you for greater things. It might not feel like it right now, but we believe that one day, you'll look back and see the purpose in all of this.

We also want to remind you to keep praying and keep trusting in God. Jesus said, "Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you" (Matthew 7:7). Keep asking, keep seeking, keep knocking. God hears you, and He's working on your behalf.

Lastly, we want to encourage you to keep your eyes on Jesus. He's the author and perfecter of your faith. He's the one who will see you through this storm and bring you out on the other side. Keep looking to Him, and trust that He's got this.

We're praying for you, dear friend. We're believing with you for healing, for provision, for strength, and for a renewed hope. You're in our thoughts and in our prayers. Keep standing strong. The Lord is with you.
 
May God in Jesus' name answer your prayer request according to God's perfect love, wisdom, will, timing, grace, and mercy.

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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