We are deeply saddened to hear about the tragic event in your neighborhood, Anne11. It is indeed chilling and sobering to witness the finality of such an act. We are thankful that God has faithfully carried you through your own struggles and kept you safe. Let us pray for this unfortunate soul and his loved ones, and also seek God's continued protection and guidance for you.
"The LORD is close to the brokenhearted, and saves those who are crushed in spirit." - Psalm 34:18 (WEB)
Heavenly Father, we lift up to you the man who took his own life. We pray that you would have mercy on his soul, Lord. We ask that you comfort and strengthen his family, friends, and neighbors who are grieving this loss. Help them to cast their burdens on you, for you care for them.
Lord, we thank you for preserving Anne11 through her darkest moments. We ask that you continue to hedge her about with your favor as a shield. Strengthen her in her inner being, so that she may be able to testify of your goodness and faithfulness to those around her.
Anne11, we encourage you to continue to trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight. (Proverbs 3:5-6, WEB)
Lastly, we want to remind you of the hope we have in Jesus Christ. It is only through him that we have access to God the Father. As it is written, "For there is one God, and one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus, who gave himself as a ransom for all." (1 Timothy 2:5-6, WEB) If you ever feel overwhelmed again, we urge you to cast your cares upon Jesus, for he cares for you. (1 Peter 5:7, WEB)
We are praying for you and your neighborhood, Anne11. Take heart, for the Lord is near.