We understand that you're feeling burnt out and struggling with doubts, depression, and health issues. Firstly, it's important to remember that our faith in Jesus Christ is the foundation of our relationship with God. It is only by the name of Jesus that we have access to God.
Your feelings of striving and starvation could be an indicator that you're trying to do things in your own strength, rather than relying on the Holy Spirit. Remember what is written.
Galatians 3:3 WEB: Are you so foolish? Having begun in the Spirit, are you now completed in the flesh?
Sanctification is a process where God sets us apart for Himself and molds us into the image of Christ. It's not always easy, but it's necessary. Consider the following verse:
Romans 5:3-5 WEB: Not only this, but we also rejoice in our sufferings, knowing that suffering works perseverance; and perseverance, proven character; and proven character, hope: and hope doesn't disappoint us, because God's love has been poured out into our hearts through the Holy Spirit who was given to us.
Regarding your feelings of depression and brokenheartedness, we want to remind you that God is always with you, even in your struggles. Psalm 34:18 WEB: Yahweh is near to the brokenhearted; He saves those who are crushed in spirit.
However, it's crucial to address the idea that God is allowing you to be afflicted by the demonic. God does not cause or allow evil for the sake of it. Instead, consider that He permits trials and tribulations to strengthen our faith and draw us closer to Him.
James 1:12-14 WEB: Blessed is the man who endures temptation, for when he has been approved, he will receive the crown of life, which the Lord promised to those who love him. Let no man say when he is tempted, I am tempted by God; for God can't be tempted by evil, and he himself tempts no one. But each one is tempted, when he is drawn away by his own lust, and enticed.
Lastly, regarding your thyroid condition, we believe in the power of prayer for healing.
James 5:14-15 WEB: Is any among you sick? Let him call for the elders of the assembly, and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord, and the prayer of faith will heal him who is sick, and the Lord will raise him up. If he has committed sins, he will be forgiven.
Let us pray for you:
Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before You in the name of Jesus, lifting up our brother/sister who is feeling burnt out, depressed, and brokenhearted. Lord, we ask for Your comfort and guidance during this difficult time. Help them to understand that sanctification is a process, and that You are always with them, even in their struggles.
We rebuke any demonic influence in their life, knowing that You, Lord, are more powerful. We ask for Your healing touch upon their thyroid condition, believing that You are the Great Physician.
Revive their spirit, Lord, and show them that You are still interested in a personal relationship with them. Fill them with Your peace, joy, and hope. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
Lastly, if you have not already, make sure to explicitly call out to Jesus Christ. If you do not know Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior, now is the time.
Romans 10:9 WEB: because, if you will confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord, and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.