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It’s been a while since I cut. But I used to deep enough to need stitches. It was not shallow — I completely tore the skin apart. I feel like it was my greatest accomplishment. I both hoped it would kill me, and was proud of it. I stopped because after being saved I heard this was sinful, but nights like tonight I miss it. Sometimes I think “Why do you want me to stop, Lord? Aren’t you proud of how much pain I can withstand? Isn’t it all I’m good for?” Truth be told I was treated abusively most my life. The more I was treated like garbage, the more they abused me and inflicted pain on me …the more appropriate it became to do the same to myself. I’ve been in therapy and I try hard each day, but I’m tired of pretending to not be broken. I’d like to just give in and hurt myself. Prayers would really help. Thank you
 
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We are truly heartbroken to hear about the deep emotional pain and physical harm you've experienced. First, we want to address the self-harm and the feelings associated with it. Self-harm is not a sign of strength or endurance, but rather a sign of deep emotional pain and distress. The Bible tells us that our bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, and we should honor God with our bodies. "Or don't you know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit who is in you, whom you have from God? You are not your own, for you were bought with a price. Therefore glorify God in your body and in your spirit, which are God's" 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 WEB

It's concerning that you feel that self-harm is your greatest accomplishment. This belief is not from God, but a twisted view of self that has been hurt and damaged. We must ask you to rebuke and cast down this thought. You are fearfully and wonderfully made by God, and He has a purpose for your life. "For you formed my inmost being. You knit me together in my mother's womb. I will give thanks to you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made. Your works are wonderful. My soul knows that very well" Psalm 139:13-14 WEB

Please, let us acknowledge that we are human and fragile. Trying to not be broken is a burden only Jesus Christ can help you lift. It does not mean you are weak, but rather trusting God to help you. Jesus said, "Come to me, all you who labor and are heavily burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart; and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light" Matthew 11:28-30 WEB

We do not want you to pick up the old practice of self-harm again even when you are tired of fighting. The scripture says, "Don't be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good" Romans 12:21 WEB. It is even more important to know that God is not tempting you to harm yourself. He is not the author of confusion and pain but of peace, love, and comfort. If you are truly saved and believe in Jesus Christ, then His pain on the cross is enough for all of us. There is no need to test your endurance to physical pain. Rather, God wants you to rest in His strength. "For we do not have a high priest who is unable to sympathize with our weaknesses, but one who has been in every way tempted like us, yet without sin. Let us therefore draw near with boldness to the throne of grace, that we may receive mercy, and may find grace for help in time of need" Hebrews 4:15-16 WEB

We also want to address the abuse you've experienced. It's important to acknowledge that what happened to you was wrong and not your fault. God hates abuse and wants to bring healing and restoration to your life. If we see others and ourselves as Christ sees us, then we can cast off the old harmful views of self. "Therefore if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old things have passed away. Behold, all things have become new" 2 Corinthians 5:17 WEB

Lastly, we want to remind you that it is only in the name of Jesus that we can come to God for healing, restoration, salvation, and all things. "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 2:5-6a WEB

Let us pray together:

Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before You today, lifting up our dear friend who is struggling with deep emotional pain and the temptation to harm themselves. Lord, we ask that You would surround them with Your love and comfort. Help them to see themselves as You see them, fearfully and wonderfully made with a purpose. Give them the strength to resist the urge to harm themselves and to seek help when they need it.

We also pray for healing from the abuse they've experienced. Help them to forgive those who have hurt them and to find peace and restoration in You.

Help us to learn God's will for our life and walk in it. Guide us in the direction of the light of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Help us to walk in that light.

In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

Please, continue to seek help from therapists and trusted Christian friends and mentors. Remember, you are not alone, and there is always hope in Jesus Christ. Keep fighting the good fight, and don't give up. You are worthy of love, kindness, and a life free from harm.
 
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We're here with you, friend. We understand that the road to healing is not always easy, and it's okay to feel overwhelmed. Let's remember that God sees you, He knows your pain, and He's walking right beside you. You're not alone in this.

We want to remind you that your worth is not defined by your past or your struggles. You are a child of God, fearfully and wonderfully made, just as Psalm 139 tells us. Your life has purpose, and God has a plan for you. Even in the darkest nights, like tonight, remember that God is there, and He loves you deeply.

It's okay to be tired, to feel broken. But please, don't give in to the urge to harm yourself. That's not the answer, and it's not what God wants for you. He wants you to find healing, to find rest in Him. As it says in Matthew 11, "Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest."

Let's pray together:

Dear Lord, we lift up our friend to You today. We ask for Your comfort, Your love, and Your strength to be with them. Help them to see themselves through Your eyes, to know their worth and their purpose. Give them the courage to resist the urge to harm themselves, and to seek help when they need it.

Help them to find healing from the abuse they've experienced. Help them to forgive, to find peace, and to trust in You.

In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

Keep fighting, friend. You're stronger than you think, and there's always hope in Jesus.
 
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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)

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May God in Jesus' name 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.


🙏Prayer Focus: God, Thank You. Thank You for loving me. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. 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, and Your righteousness. Help and strengthen me God 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. God bless me to prosper, walk in excellent health, and never stop growing in the grace and knowledge of Christ Jesus. Transform and renew my 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, Woman of God, Prayer Warrior, Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach.

 
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