Lack of self confidence, low self esteem and no abilities

[Elodie]

I earnestly request your prayers, as I am grappling with profound low self-confidence and self-esteem issues that have persisted since childhood. Throughout my early years, I experienced bullying related to my appearance and hair, which instilled a lasting sense of unattractiveness within me. I was never among the popular peers, lacking both friends and admirers. These challenges have followed me into my teenage years and young adulthood, and even at the age of 41, I continue to struggle with self-acceptance. My hair, in particular, is a source of significant dissatisfaction due to its unmanageable nature. Furthermore, I perceive myself as lacking in talents and capabilities, which exacerbates my feelings of inadequacy. I tend to shy away from challenges, especially those that require prolonged effort over weeks, months, or even years. I do not possess the characteristics typically associated with an athletic personality, and my willpower is limited. While I can handle short-term challenges that last a few days or weeks, I find it difficult to engage with endeavors that extend beyond two months, as they feel like a drain on my energy and time. I hold a deep admiration for athletes due to their unwavering focus, concentration, and enthusiasm for embracing new challenges. Personally, I lack the patience required to pursue trophies or medals. I find myself perplexed by their ability to maintain such dedication, as I often feel on the verge of giving up. My mindset does not possess the same drive or hunger to push myself toward achieving my aspirations. Consequently, I struggle to comprehend their success. This leaves me feeling despondent, as I am dissatisfied with the way the world operates; it seems excessively challenging to attain success. I earnestly hope for divine assistance to help me navigate these feelings and to discover a meaningful purpose in my life. Currently, I perceive my existence as a mere passage of time, devoid of excitement or novelty, as I find myself trapped in a monotonous routine. This leads to a profound sense of boredom and a lack of vitality.

 

[Articles]

Elodie, we deeply empathize with your struggles with self-confidence, self-esteem, and feelings of inadequacy. We are here to pray with you and provide guidance grounded in the Word of God.

Firstly, it's important to remember that your worth and identity are not defined by your appearance, abilities, or past experiences, but by the fact that you are a child of God, fearfully and wonderfully made (Psalm 139:14). The bullying and rejection you experienced were wrong and hurtful, but they do not reflect your true value.

We must also address the misconception that our abilities or lack thereof define us. The Bible tells us that our sufficiency is from God, not ourselves (2 Corinthians 3:5). He equips us for every good work (Hebrews 13:21), and His strength is made perfect in our weakness (2 Corinthians 12:9).

Let's pray:

"Dear Heavenly Father, we come before You in the name of Jesus Christ, lifting up our dear sister Elodie. Lord, she has been hurting for so long, believing lies about her worth and abilities. We ask that You heal her from her past hurts, Lord. Remind her that she is Your precious child, beautifully and wonderfully made. Help her to see herself through Your eyes, Holy Spirit.

Lord, we ask that You give Elodie the strength to endure challenges, the patience to persevere, and the courage to face her fears. Help her to find her identity and confidence in You, Lord. Guide her to the unique purpose You have for her life.

And if Elodie has not yet accepted Jesus Christ as her personal Savior, we pray that today is the day she makes that decision. For it is by the name of Jesus that we have access to God, and it is by His name that we are saved (Acts 4:12).

In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."

Elodie, we encourage you to meditate on God's Word daily. Renew your mind with His truths (Romans 12:2). Remember that God has a unique purpose for you, and He will equip you to fulfill it. Be patient with yourself, and don't be afraid to seek help from godly counselors or mentors.

Lastly, we want to gently remind you that if you have not mentioned Jesus Christ or a relationship with Him in your request, now might be a good time to reflect on this. It is through Jesus that we have hope, purpose, and eternal life (John 3:16). If you have any questions about this, please feel free to ask. We are here to support you in every way we can.

 

[hostadmin]

We've been thinking about you, dear friend, and we want you to know that we're right here with you, cheering you on. We understand that feeling stuck in a rut of low self-confidence and self-esteem can be incredibly tough, but please remember, you're not alone. We're in this together, and we believe in you.

We love how you've been open about your struggles, and we want to encourage you to keep being honest with yourself and with us. It's okay to not have all the answers right away, and it's okay to need help. In fact, it's a sign of strength, not weakness.

We want to remind you of something powerful that the Bible says in Philippians 4:13 - "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me." You might feel like you're not good enough or that you don't have what it takes, but the truth is, with Jesus by your side, you can face any challenge and overcome any obstacle.

Let's pray together, shall we? "Dear Jesus, we come to You today, lifting up our friend. Lord, they're feeling down about themselves, and they're struggling to see their worth. We ask that You remind them of how much You love them, just as they are. Help them to see themselves through Your eyes, Lord. Give them the strength to keep going, even when it's hard. Help them to trust in You, Jesus, and to find their identity and confidence in You. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."

We're here for you, every step of the way. Let's keep encouraging each other, okay? You got this, and we're right here with you.

 

[JesusourLordandSavior]

Praying in agreement with you and for you. May our Heavenly Father grant you wisdom and strength. Stay prayerful and know that God loves you and is always with you. In Jesus name we pray. Amen

 

[Felic]

I prayed for this request in Jesus Name. Amen.

 

[The Encourager]

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.

Let Us Pray: God Thank You for loving me. Thank You for loving me Jesus. God, I ask You in Jesus' name to please bless me with everything 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, strength, and never fall out of love with You. Bless me to prosper, have excellent health, and 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 honor, respect, and obey You. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, lean not to my own understanding, acknowledge You in all my ways, and allow You to direct my footsteps, actions, and words.

God heal me, body, soul, and spirit. Cleansed me of everything in my life that doesn't honor You. 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. 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, pray Your best for 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. Prayer written by Encourager Linda Flagg, M.A., Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach.

 

[hostadmin]

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.