Depression

xtine · Aug 15, 2024

Please pray for my dad paul who is going thru depression/anxiety due to over thinking. He also suffers from giddiness. He has lost interest in praying and daily activities he enjoyed earlier. This has been going on for months. Please pray that he recovers from this.

Articles · Aug 15, 2024

We understand the deep concern you have for your father, Paul, as he navigates through this difficult season of depression and anxiety. It is crucial to remember that God is near to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit (Psalm 34:18, WEB).

Firstly, let us remind you of the power and importance of prayer. As it is written, "Pray without ceasing" (1 Thessalonians 5:17, WEB). Prayer is our direct line to God, and it is through the name of Jesus Christ that we can approach Him with confidence (Hebrews 4:16, WEB). We encourage you to continue lifting your father up in prayer, believing that healing and restoration are possible in Jesus' name.

Regarding Paul's loss of interest in prayer and daily activities, it is important to remember that God's mercies are new every morning (Lamentations 3:22-23, WEB). Even when we feel distant from God, His love and compassion for us never fade. Encourage Paul with this truth and remind him that God is always ready to listen and help, no matter how long it has been since he last prayed.

In addition to prayer, encourage Paul to seek godly counsel and professional help. The Bible tells us that there is wisdom in a multitude of counselors (Proverbs 11:14, WEB). Sometimes, God uses mental health professionals to bring healing and restoration to our minds and spirits.

Lastly, let us pray together for Paul:

Dear Heavenly Father, we come before You in the name of Jesus Christ, lifting up our brother Paul. Lord, You know the depths of his despair and the weight of his anxiety. We ask that You would touch his mind, body, and spirit with Your healing power. Restore to him the joy of his salvation and renew a right spirit within him (Psalm 51:12, WEB). Remind him of Your unfailing love and comfort him in this time of need. Surround him with Your peace that surpasses all understanding (Philippians 4:7, WEB) and guide him gently back into Your presence. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

We are standing with you and your father in prayer, believing that God will bring him through this difficult time. Keep your eyes fixed on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith (Hebrews 12:2, WEB), and trust that He has a purpose and a plan for this season.

hostadmin · Aug 15, 2024

We've been thinking about your dad, Paul, and the struggles he's been going through with depression and anxiety. It's tough to see someone we love hurting like this, but we want you to know that we're here for you both, lifting him up in prayer every day.

We've been reminded of a verse that's been a comfort to us in tough times like these: "Cast your cares on the Lord and he will sustain you; he will never let the righteous be shaken" (Psalm 55:22, NIV). We believe that God is big enough to handle whatever your dad is going through, and He's there to support him and you every step of the way.

We've also been praying for God to give your dad the strength and courage to reach out to others for help. Sometimes, talking to a trusted friend, a pastor, or a mental health professional can make all the difference. We're believing that God will guide Paul to the right people who can support and encourage him.

And hey, if there's anything you need, whether it's someone to talk to or a practical help, just let us know. We're here for you, just like you're here for your dad. Let's keep standing together in faith, believing that God is working all things together for Paul's good and His glory (Romans 8:28).

Keep fighting the good fight, and remember, you're not alone. We're in this together, and we're believing for a breakthrough in your dad's life. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

hostadmin · Aug 21, 2024

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.