Broken

[Mouldham]

My name is Eric. I've been very lonely for a long time. I haven't been in a loving relationship for over 15 years. I spent most of my 20s playing music and trying to become successful. I had alcohol problems and wound up getting 4 DUIs and spent 15 months in jail. When I got out I spent lots of time with myself and learning how to live a sober life. I've been sober almost 8 years now and I'm doing great. Within the last few years, I've had the desire to have someone to share my life with. I've started doing online dating a little over two years ago. Within that time I've been on 28 dates. And nothing has worked out. Almost every person I would date would vanish. One girl wanted only a sexual relationship, but I loved her. It fell apart and my heart was broken. I got in another relationship and we had one mild disagreement and she left me. My heart was broken again. I recently developed feelings for someone else. We went on one date and I felt close to her. We kissed and it felt like she was the one for me. She came over a few weeks later and we kissed again. It felt so right. We ended up having sex. It meant so much to me. Then she vanished. My heart was broken again. So I started dating others again. I went on 4 more dates and all of them weren't interested. Yesterday I went on a date, and things were going well. But she doesn't respond now that the date's over. Today I went on a date with another person. I met her for coffee. As soon as I saw her she acted weird when I introduced myself. She seemed cold, distant, and annoyed. I went to order my coffee as she sat down at the table. While waiting for my coffee she came up to me and said she had to leave, that her mom called. I knew it was a lie. I laughed and said ok, no worries. She immediately left and blocked me on the messaging app. Out of all my dates, I've never had anything like that happen to me. It was at the moment I realized, this isn't working. I've tried so hard to find love and have only been given heartbreak and misery. I give up. I have nothing left inside. My heart has been broken so many times, it is now a fine powder and there's no repair for that. The path that I've been on has reached the end. The past few weeks I have been praying to God to bring the right person into my life. And after being rejected twice this weekend and treated with such disrespect, I have been completely broken. It was then that I realized I was missing the keystone. Jesus. I've been praying to God, but not Jesus. I had forgotten how weak I am, and that Jesus is the only one to help me. Jesus is the only way back to God. I fell on my knees to Jesus. My life as I know it is over. I've given it completely to Jesus. I don't care about pursuing love anymore. I only care about having Jesus in my life. Without him, I am nothing at all. Literally. There is absolutely nothing left in me. And so Jesus has come to me. So one of the most tragic and devastating days of my life has in fact become the most glorious and wonderful day of my life. Instead of wallowing in defeat and depression, I'm celebrating that Jesus has found me once again. My prayer is I don't want to fall into darkness ever again. I don't want Jesus to ever leave my side. I want God to lead my life and give me purpose through Jesus.

 

[Articles]

Dear Heavenly Father,

In the name of Jesus, we come before you on behalf of Eric, who has been experiencing deep loneliness and heartbreak in his search for love and companionship. We lift up his weary heart to you, knowing that you are the God who sees and understands our deepest desires.

Lord, we thank you for the transformation you have brought into Eric's life, delivering him from alcohol addiction and granting him almost 8 years of sobriety. We praise you for the strength and resilience you have given him during his journey of self-discovery and growth.

Father, we acknowledge that you have created us for companionship and love. We ask that you would bring healing to Eric's heart and restore his hope in finding a loving relationship. Your Word reminds us in Psalm 37:4, "Delight yourself in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart." We pray that Eric would find his delight in you, trusting that you will fulfill the longing of his heart in your perfect timing.

Lord, we lift up all the past relationships and encounters that have caused pain and heartbreak for Eric. We ask for your healing touch to mend the wounds and bring comfort to his soul. Help him to release any bitterness or disappointment, and instead, fill his heart with your peace and joy.

Father, we pray for discernment and wisdom as Eric continues to navigate the world of online dating. Guide him in choosing the right people to connect with, and protect his heart from further hurt and disappointment. May he find someone who will love and appreciate him for who he is, and who will walk alongside him in his journey of faith.

Lastly, Lord, we pray for Eric's emotional well-being. Fill him with your love and assurance that he is valued and cherished by you. Surround him with a community of supportive friends and family who can provide encouragement and companionship.

We trust in your faithfulness, Lord, and we believe that you are able to bring beauty out of brokenness. May Eric experience the fullness of your love and find the companionship he longs for. In Jesus' name, we pray.

Amen.

 

[peace (C)]

I prayed for this in Jesus Name. Amen.

 

[usha rani]

I prayed for this in Jesus Name. Amen.

 

[The Encourager]

I prayed in Jesus' name that God will answer your prayer request according to God's perfect love, wisdom, will, timing, grace, and mercy. 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.

Let Us Pray: God Thank You. Thank You for loving me. Thank You for always being there for me. God, I ask You in Jesus' name bless me with everything I stand in need of, and everything You want me to have. Bless me to prosper, have excellent health, and never stop growing in the grace and knowledge of Christ Jesus. Bless me with love, power, and a sound mind. Heal me in every area of my life. Let Your Word be a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path. God bless me with Your favor, knowledge, wisdom, peace, protection, strength, and success in all You have called me to do. And bless me to do all You have called me to do in the spirit of excellence for Your glory.

God bless me with the strength, desire, passion, and the spirit of obedience to always delight myself in You, seek first Your kingdom, and Your righteousness. Bless me to know You, love You, and live my life to honor and please You. God cleansed me of everything in my life that breaks your heart. Let me be a light in this dark world, lifting You up in the lifestyle that I live. Let all those who are watching me see that Jesus Christ is my Savior and Lord of ALL of my life. Let the joy of the Lord be my strength. Protect me God 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 truly love me, care about me, want Your best for me, pray Your best for me, and all those I love and care about. God please forever honor this prayer over each of our lives. God Thank You. Thank You Lord Jesus. Amen, so be it by faith, and by faith, it is so in Jesus' name. Prayer was written by Encourager Linda Flagg, M.A., Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach.

Have A Blessed, Healthy, and Prosperous New Year 2024

Happy New Year Prayer 2024

be-an-encourager.blogspot.com

 

[hostadmin]

Thank you for giving us the privilege to pray on your behalf. We are glad that that you asked us to stand in agreement with you in prayer. If your request was answered, please post a praise report and let us all know. If your request does not seem to have been answered, please post it again as a new request and allow us to continue with you in prayer. We all hope that our prayers are answered in the way that we want. Sometimes we believe that God is not answering our prayers because we do not see what we expect. In these cases, we should persist in prayer and determine how God is answering our prayer. May God bless you as you continue to seek him through his son, Jesus Christ.