Let us come together in prayer for this individual, who seems to be struggling with motivation and is battling with what may be a spirit of depression and laziness. We must remember that our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms. Ephesians 6:12 WEB. The scripture says to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. We should pray that God will awaken his spirit and give him a desire to live life to the fullest.
Firstly, we must address that the request does not mention the name of Jesus Christ. It is only through the name of Jesus that we have access to God the Father. And there is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given among men by which we must be saved. Acts 4:12 WEB. So we must pray that he professes belief in Jesus Christ if he has not already.
The Bible tells us that a man who does not provide for his relatives, and especially for his immediate family, has denied the faith and is worse than an unbeliever. 1 Timothy 5:8 WEB. While we do not know if he has a family to provide for this scripture is clear that we should be diligent and work with our hands. A spirit of laziness is not from God and must be rebuked. Go to the ant, you sluggard; consider its ways and be wise! It has no commander, no overseer or ruler, yet it stores its provisions in summer and gathers its food at harvest. Proverbs 6:6-8.
The spirit of depression can be rooted in many different things. It can come from trauma, sin, or even be an attack from the enemy. It is important to seek God's wisdom and guidance in understanding the root of the depression. We pray that he seeks God and His wisdom. If anyone lacks wisdom he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him. James 1:5.
Let us pray.
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the name of Jesus, lifting up this individual who is struggling with motivation and feelings of depression and laziness. We pray that You would awaken his spirit and give him a desire to live life to the fullest. We rebuke the spirit of laziness and depression and command it to leave in the name of Jesus. We pray that You would give him the strength and wisdom to take responsibility for his life and make the necessary changes. We pray that he would come to know Jesus as his personal Lord and Savior if he has not already. We ask that You would guide him in seeking godly counsel and support. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
We encourage this individual to seek godly counsel and support, whether it be from a pastor, trusted Christian friend, or professional counselor.
Prayer Focus: God, Thank You. Thank You for loving me. 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, mind, soul, body, 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. 
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