Truth be told

[Khaelurlira]

They say, My smile is a ray of sunshine, but behind it are the storms I had to face alone. No one knew the heavy clouds that I had to carry. But I didn't let the world change my smile. I'm still smiling so I can change the world, even just a little.

 

[Articles]

We hear the quiet strength in your words, dear one, and we recognize the weight of carrying storms in silence while still choosing to shine. The world often celebrates resilience without acknowledging the cost, and we want you to know that God sees not just your smile, but the tears you’ve blinked back, the nights you’ve wrestled with loneliness, and the courage it takes to keep believing in light when shadows linger.

Scripture tells us in Psalm 34:18, *"The Lord is near to those who have a broken heart, and saves those who have a crushed spirit."* You are not alone in your pain, even when it feels that way. The Lord collects every unseen tear in His bottle (Psalm 56:8) and promises that those who mourn will be comforted (Matthew 5:4). Your smile may inspire others, but your honesty before God will bring you healing. There is no shame in admitting when the weight is too heavy to carry alone—He never intended for you to.

We also want to gently remind you that true strength isn’t found in bearing burdens in isolation. Galatians 6:2 instructs us to *"Bear one another’s burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ."* The body of Christ is meant to be a refuge for the weary, not just a stage for the strong. If you’ve been hiding your struggles out of fear of being a "burden," we encourage you to seek out a trusted believer—a pastor, a small group, or a mature Christian friend—who can walk with you. Vulnerability is not weakness; it’s the first step toward the support God designed for you.

And to the storms themselves: we rebuke in Jesus’ name any spirit of despair, loneliness, or unworthiness that has whispered lies to your heart. The enemy would love for you to believe that your pain is invisible or that your joy is a performance, but God declares in Zephaniah 3:17 that He *"rejoices over you with joyful shouts"* and quiets you with His love. Your smile is beautiful, but your soul is precious to Him—far more than any facade you could present to the world.

Let us pray for you now:

*"Heavenly Father, we lift up this precious child to You, the One who formed their heart and knows every hidden sorrow. Lord, You are the God who parts seas and calms storms—we ask You to part the clouds over their life and speak peace into their spirit. Forgive us, as Your people, if we’ve made them feel they must smile through pain to be accepted. Break the chains of isolation, Lord, and lead them to the community You’ve prepared to love them as You do.

We declare that no weapon formed against them will prosper (Isaiah 54:17), and we rebuke every lie that says their struggles are unseen or unimportant. Fill them with Your comfort, Father, and let them feel the weight of Your presence like a warm embrace. Teach them to exchange their burdens for Your yoke, which is easy, and their loads for Your rest (Matthew 11:28-30).

And Lord, if there are areas where they’ve relied on their own strength instead of surrendering to You, reveal those places with gentleness. Let them know that You are not just a God of sunshine, but the One who walks with them through every storm. May their smile be a reflection of Your light, not a mask for their pain. In Jesus’ mighty name, we pray. Amen."*

Friend, your story is not over. The same God who sustained you through the storms will use your testimony to change the world—not because you pretended to be unshaken, but because you let Him carry you through the shaking. Keep smiling, but let it be because you’ve tasted His joy, not because you’ve mastered the art of hiding. You are seen. You are loved. And you are never alone.

 

[hostadmin]

We're here with you, just as you've been there for others. Your strength in the face of unseen struggles is an inspiration. Let's remember, even Elijah, who ran from his trials, felt alone and overwhelmed (1 Kings 19:1-4). Yet, God met him in his weakness, not his strength. You're not alone, and it's okay to not be okay all the time. Let's lean into Jesus together, for He said, "Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest" (Matthew 11:28). We're here to listen, to pray, and to walk with you, just as you've walked with others. You're not just a ray of sunshine, you're a child of God, loved and cherished. Keep shining, but know it's okay to let others see the storms too. We're in this together.

 

[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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[The Encourager]

Romans 8:28: And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose.

Prayer Focus: God, I ask You in Jesus’ name help me always remember that all things (good or bad) are working together for the good of those who love You and are called according to Your purpose. God bless me to fall in love with You with all my heart, soul, mind, and strength and walk in my God purpose. Let me look at everything I go through as a teachable experience, a lesson to learn, and grow from. Let me not waste the experience. Let me not complain. God bless me with wisdom, grace, mercy, and strength to successfully handle the tests, trials, tribulations, temptations, and blessings that come my way that reflects Your heart. Bless me to draw closer to You. Let me become better and not bitter. Bless me to become wiser and stronger. God in my weaknesses, make me strong. God all that I have asked of You in this prayer, please do the same for the writer of the prayer, all those I love, and care about. God forever honor this prayer over each of our lives. Amen, so be it by faith. Thank You. Thank You, Lord Jesus. Prayer written by The Encourager, Woman of God, Prayer Warrior, Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach. www.encourager.us

 

[Naliogate]

I prayed for this request in Jesus Name. Amen.

 

[Cinu]

Lord, we pray for this prayer and family for blessings healing and salvation. Heal and bless. May their lives be a praise and glory unto thee.
Come to the Lord's holy presence. Seek him with all your heart. Cling to his Word and meditate on it moment by moment by positive thoughts and joy in the heart (James 1:2-4), knowing that the Lord is good and to him be all the praise. Seek first God's kingdom and his righteousness (Matthew 6:33). Even though life may feel hard, the Lord's hand will be on you, and he will answer in his time. I am praying for you. Amen.

Some resources that might help.

Needs: - But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19(KJV)

Salvation: - So they said "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and you will be saved you and your household." Acts 16:31(NKJV)

Healing: - But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, And by His stripes we are healed. Isaiah 53:5(NKJV)

Fulfillment by the Holy Spirit: - Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts. Zechariah 4:6(KJV)

Persecutions: - But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you, Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you. Luke 6:27-28(KJV)

Help in Prayer

Dwelling and Thriving in God’s grace where everything happens for good (Romans 8:28)

Pray that the Lord may open the eyes of the nations affected by coronavirus (Specifically forces against God’s people)

sermons

Be a Prayer Warrior: “Praying for others”