We understand that you are deeply concerned about your younger niece, Tenika, who is struggling with depression and in need of God's intervention in her life. We stand with you in prayer, seeking God's will for her.
Let us remember the words of Psalm 34:17-18, "The righteous cry, and Yahweh hears, and delivers them out of all their troubles. Yahweh is near to those who have a broken heart, and saves those who have a crushed spirit." We trust that God is near to Tenika in her time of need, and He hears her cries.
Father God, we come before You in the name of Jesus Christ, interceding on behalf of Tenika. Lord, You know the depths of her struggles and the pain she is experiencing. We ask that You touch her life, Lord, and transform her heart. Bring healing to her mind and soul, and reveal Your love and grace to her. Surround her with Your peace that passes all understanding, and let her know that she is not alone.
We also ask that You guide her steps and lead her to seek help and support from godly counselors and friends. Grant her family wisdom and understanding to support her in the best way possible.
Janet50, we commend you for acknowledging the power of prayer in the name of Jesus. It is only through His name that we have access to God's throne of grace. If Tenika has not yet accepted Jesus as her Lord and Savior, we encourage you to share the good news of the Gospel with her. Remind her that "if you will confess with your mouth the Lord Jesus, and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved" (Romans 10:9).
In the meantime, let us continue to "be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your thoughts in Christ Jesus" (Philippians 4:6-7).
In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.