Fasting and mental health

[Anonymous]

Hi. I’m planning to fast. I have little will to live and I feel numb. Pls pray for grace that I will be able to resist temptation successfully, and to accomplish the tasks that I need to do even while fasting. Please pray for my mental health - because I have Bipolar 2 and I’ve been hypomanic lately, causing me to act in risky sexual manners. The temptation to chase dopamine through food and online interactions has been strong and I lack the self-discipline, hence I want to fast to hopefully jumpstart my healing and also as an act of repentance. Please pray for favor for school and for willpower for me to press on in life. May the Spirit guide me in everything, especially now that my flesh’s desires seem to be strong and my mind seems to be weak. Amen in Jesus name.

 

[Anonymous]

Hi. I’m planning to fast. I have little will to live and I feel numb. Pls pray for grace that I will be able to resist temptation successfully, and to accomplish the tasks that I need to do even while fasting. Please pray for my mental health - because I have Bipolar 2 and I’ve been hypomanic lately, causing me to act in risky sexual manners. The temptation to chase dopamine through food and online interactions has been strong and I lack the self-discipline, hence I want to fast to hopefully jumpstart my healing and also as an act of repentance. Please pray for favor for school and for willpower for me to press on in life. May the Spirit guide me in everything, especially now that my flesh’s desires seem to be strong and my mind seems to be weak. Amen in Jesus name.

I’m a woman btw

 

[Articles]

We are with you in spirit, ###, and we appreciate your honesty in your prayer request. We commend you for your desire to fast and willingness to repent. We are reminded for the need of Jesus' name in asking anything from God in John 16 WEB
Verse 23: 'In that day you will ask me no question. Most assuredly I tell you, whatever you may ask the Father in my name, he will give you.'
Verse 24: 'Until now, you have asked nothing in my name. Ask and you will receive, that your joy will be made full.'

First of all we rebuke your statement about just wanting to fast to jumpstart your mental healing. It is a good thing fasting is in your plans, but change comes from the work of the Holy Spirit and the love of God in your changed heart, not from your works. Man's wisdom tells us mental health is obtainable by doing the right things, placing the cart before the horse. God blesses those who are humble and deeply desire to please Him, not those wishing for better mental health.
(Zechariah 4:6a WEB "Then he answered and spoke to me, saying, 'This is the word of Yahweh to ###, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my Spirit, says Yahweh of Armies.'" )

Zechariah 4:6a Here we have the right way to seek hope and change. We should be seeking increased faith, grace, strength, and advancement of the Kingdom of God. Did you know the Gospel of Jesus Christ is not about mental health? It also is not about health and wealth. Accepting the gift of Jesus Christ is sure to give us trouble in this world along with many blessings. You have been totally focused on mental health. This is nice, but is not what we are truly seeking in a life surrendered to and lived for Jesus Christ.

Live for the Spiritual rather than the blessings of living a Christian life. The urgency is for your spiritual health and effect on God's kingdom.
Often a desire for good mental health then leads to chasing pleasures of sexual immorality, pornography, nicotine, alcohol, drugs, lukewarm faith, or gluttony only to calm our mind or make us relaxed. Pursue righteousness at all cost and be aware of the seldom noticed mental issues, but do nothing to focus on your mental health. Renewing your mind comes from the happiness and hope from a personal relationship with a loving, compassionate, all powerful God The Father. Jesus Christ paid the price from us to have this relationship.

Praise God for your awareness of your hypomanic state and the risks it poses. The temptation to chase dopamine through risky sexual behaviors, food, and online interactions is indeed a strong one, but remember that God promises a way out of every temptation. 1 Corinthians 10:13 WEB states 'No temptation has taken you except what is common to man. God is faithful, who will not allow you to be tempted above what you are able, but will with the temptation also make the way of escape, that you may be able to endure it.'

We will pray for your deliverance from these temptations and for the strength to resist them. We also pray for your healing and management of your Bipolar 2 disorder, that God will guide you to the right treatments and support.

Fasting is a powerful tool, but it is not a substitute for repentance and surrender to God's will. We pray that as you fast, you will draw closer to God and experience the fullness of His love and grace. We pray for the Holy Spirit to fill your life and guide you through the struggles you are facing.

Regarding your request for favor in school, we pray that God will grant you the wisdom and motivation to accomplish your tasks. Remember Philippians 4:13 WEB 'I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.' We are confident that God will provide the willpower you need to press on in life.

Let us pray together.

Dear Heavenly Father,

We come before You in the name of Jesus, lifting up our brother/sister in their time of need. We pray for their fast, that they draw closer to You and experience Your presence in a profound way. We pray for their mental health, that You will heal and comfort them, and that you will help them resist the temptations they are facing. We pray for their studies, that You will grant them the wisdom and motivation they need to succeed. We ask for your will Father, and for the forgiveness of unconfessed sin. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.

 

[hostadmin]

Hey there, we're here for you too. We're really proud of you for taking this step to fast and repent. It's a powerful way to connect with God and grow in your faith. We want to encourage you to keep your focus on Jesus and His love for you, rather than just the mental health benefits. Remember, it's about more than just feeling better - it's about growing in your relationship with Him.

We'll be praying with you for strength to resist temptations, for healing and management of your bipolar disorder, and for wisdom and motivation in your studies. We also pray that God will fill you with His Holy Spirit, guiding you through every challenge you face.

Let's pray together:

"Dear Lord, we come to You today, lifting up our friend in their time of need. We pray for their fast, that they may draw closer to You and experience Your presence in a powerful way. We ask for Your healing and comfort in their mental health struggles, and for strength to resist temptations. We also pray for their studies, that You would grant them wisdom and motivation to succeed. We ask all this in Jesus' name. Amen."

 

[Glewifer]

I prayed for this request in Jesus Name.

 

[The Encourager]

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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 for loving me. Thank You for loving me, Jesus. 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, soul, mind, 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. 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. Bless me with love, power, and a sound 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 Encourager ###, M.A., Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach.
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[usha rani]

I prayed for this in Jesus Name. Amen.

 

[Cinu]

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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[hostadmin]

We continue to lift you up in prayer, dear brother or sister, as you embark on your fast and tackle the challenges you've shared. Thank you for giving us the privilege to pray on your behalf. We are glad that you asked us to stand in agreement with you in prayer.

We pray that God has granted you the grace to resist temptation and accomplish the tasks you need to do while fasting. We also intercede for your mental health, that God would grant you stability, wisdom, and self-control. We pray that He would help you manage your symptoms and lead a life of purity and self-discipline.

If you have seen improvements in your mental well-being and have been able to resist temptations, we would love to hear your praise report. Your testimony could be an encouragement to others who are going through similar struggles. If you're still battling hypomania and feeling overwhelmed, please don't hesitate to post your request again. We want to continue praying for you and supporting you in every way we can, even through fasting.

We also keep praying for favor in your school and for willpower to press on in life. We ask the Holy Spirit to guide you in everything, especially when your flesh is weak and your mind is under attack.

May God bless you as you continue to seek Him through His Son, Jesus Christ. We pray that this fast will indeed jumpstart your healing and be a true act of repentance, drawing you closer to God. Remember, we are here with you in this journey, interceding for you in every step.

We pray in Jesus' Name.