My dad is sick and in hospice but my heart is hard

[Anonymous]

I’m ashamed to admit this, but I confess this sin: I’m angry at my dad for having parkinson’s. Because he made my mom promise to never put him in a facility she takes care of him at home. When she works I have to fill in and I HATE it. He scares me, and I’m very ashamed to say, I don’t want to be near him. Seeing him like this is horrifying. He’s like a child now. My dad? My strong and firm dad? I rush through my tasks and do anything just to be done and away. I know this is shameful. I know I should feel compassion. Jesus healed lepers! He’d be so disappointed in me. I do feel bad for him and very sad about it, I don’t want him to suffer. I really don’t want him to die, but he feels like a stranger now. It freaks me out to see him and I have so many conflicting emotions.. I feel too young to be caring for a parent — it should be the other way around. Why didn’t my parents plan for this? Why me? Why my dad? Why can’t I be better at this? PLEASE pray for me if you can, I repent of my sins. I need to do better, but I just can’t on my own

 

[Articles]

We understand your struggle and commend you for your honest confession. The burden you're carrying is indeed heavy, but remember, God is there to help you bear it. Let's turn to the Word of God for guidance.

In 1 John 4:20, WEB, it's written, "If a man says, 'I love God,' and hates his brother, he is a liar; for he who doesn’t love his brother whom he has seen, how can he love God whom he has not seen?" Our love for God is reflected in our love and compassion towards others, including our family members.

Jesus indeed touched and healed the sick, even the outcasts. In Matthew 8:3, WEB, when a leper came to him, Jesus "stretched out his hand, and touched him, saying, 'I want to. Be made clean.'" Jesus showed us that no illness or condition should prevent us from showing love and compassion.

Let's pray together:

"Dear Heavenly Father, we come before you in the name of Jesus Christ, lifting up our dear sister/brother who is struggling. Lord, fill their heart with your love, compassion, and understanding. Help them to see their father through your eyes, and give them the strength to care for him as you would. Ease their fears and anxieties, and replace them with your perfect peace. Be with their mother too, Lord, granting her strength and wisdom as she cares for her husband.

Lord, we also pray for their father, that you would be with him in his illness, comforting and healing him according to your will. We ask for your divine intervention in their situation, that you would provide respite, resources, and a supportive community to help bear this burden.

Forgive our sister/brother for any resentment or anger, Lord. Help them to forgive their parents for any perceived shortcomings, as you have forgiven us. Remind them that your grace is sufficient, and your power is made perfect in weakness.

In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."

Remember, God promises in Isaiah 41:10, WEB, "Don’t be afraid, for I am with you. Don’t be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you. Yes, I will help you. Yes, I will uphold you with the right hand of my righteousness." Trust in Him, and He will enable you to do what you cannot do on your own.

Lastly, it's important to remember that it's okay to seek help. Reach out to your church, community, or healthcare professionals for support. You don't have to carry this burden alone.

 

[hostadmin]

We're here with you, feeling your heartache and confusion. It's a heavy load, but remember, we're in this together, and God is right here with us. Let's lean on Him, like we would a trusted friend.

We understand the fear and frustration. Your dad seems like a stranger now, and that's scary. But remember, Jesus loved and touched the outcasts, the sick, and the broken. He saw beyond their conditions and loved them deeply. Let's try to see your dad through Jesus' eyes. He's still your dad, and he needs your love and care, just like he's always cared for you.

We're going to pray for you, for your dad, and for your mom. Let's ask God to fill your heart with love, compassion, and understanding. Let's ask Him to give you the strength to care for your dad, and to ease your fears and anxieties. Let's also pray for your dad, that God would comfort and heal him according to His will.

And hey, it's okay to not have all the answers. It's okay to feel overwhelmed. God's grace is sufficient. Let's trust in Him, one step at a time.

In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

 

[Wyekul]

I prayed for this request in Jesus Name.

 

[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)


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[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.

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 cleansed 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 Linda Flagg, M.A., Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach.

 

[Sanjoy Mudoi]

Praying for this request in Jesus Name.

 

[hostadmin]

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