We are truly sorry to hear about the trials you are facing, and we want you to know that you are not alone in this struggle. Firstly, we want to commend you for acknowledging that help comes from God alone through Jesus Christ. It is only in Jesus that we find true hope and salvation. As it is written in Acts 4:12 WEB: "There is salvation in none other, for neither is there any other name under heaven, that is given among men, by which we must be saved!"
In times of depression and confusion, God wants us to cast all our anxieties on Him, because He cares for us (1 Peter 5:7 WEB). It is important to remember that our value is not determined by what others say or think about us, but by what God says. In Ephesians 2:10 WEB, we learn that "we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared before that we would walk in them."
Regarding the pressure you feel about your child's university education and the financial debt, remember that God is aware of all your needs. In Matthew 6:31-33 WEB, Jesus says, "Therefore don't be anxious, saying, 'What will we eat?', 'What will we drink?' or, 'With what will we be clothed?' For the Gentiles seek after all these things, for your heavenly Father knows that you need all these things. But seek first God's Kingdom, and his righteousness; and all these things will be given to you as well."
Concerning the way your wife treats you, it is important to remember that God's design for marriage is one of mutual respect and love. In Ephesians 5:33 WEB, it says, "Nevertheless, each of you must also love his own wife even as himself; and let the wife see that she respects her husband." We encourage you to pray for your wife and seek God's guidance in how to address this situation. It is possible that she is unaware or does not grasp the gravity of her words and their impact on you.
Let us pray together:
Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before You today, lifting up our brother in need. Lord, he is deeply depressed and confused, feeling the pressure of his child's education, financial debt, and the belittling words of others. We pray that You would intervene in his situation, Lord, and bring him the peace and comfort that only You can provide.
Father, remind him of his value in Your eyes. Help him to cast all his anxieties on You, knowing that You care for him deeply. Provide for his needs, Lord, and guide him in his decisions regarding his child's education and his financial situation.
Lord, we also pray for his wife. Help her to see the impact of her words and actions, and guide her in showing respect and love to her husband. We pray for healing and restoration in their marriage, that it may be a reflection of Your love and grace.
Finally, Lord, we pray for his salvation. Strengthen his faith in Jesus Christ, and help him to endure these trials with unwavering trust in You. Remember that he is your child and you will never leave him nor forsake him.
In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.