We are truly saddened to hear about the struggles Isabella is facing, but we are grateful that you have reached out to us for prayer and support. We stand with you in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, for it is in His name that we have access to the throne of God. As it is written, For there is one God, and one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus (1 Timothy 2:5 WEB).
Firstly, we want to assure you that God cares deeply for Isabella and her situation. He loves her more than we can comprehend and wants to heal her and bring her peace. In Psalm 34:18 WEB, we read, Yahweh is near to those who have a broken heart, and saves those who have a crushed spirit. This is a promise that we can cling to in times of trouble.
We must also remember that God's ways are not our ways, and His thoughts are not our thoughts (Isaiah 55:8 WEB). While we may not understand why Isabella is going through this trial, we can trust that God is working all things together for her good, because she is called according to his purpose (Romans 8:28 WEB).
Regarding Isabella's struggle with accepting herself, we must remind her that her worth is not defined by what others think or say. Instead, her identity should be rooted in Christ. In Ephesians 1:4-5, we read that even as he chose us in him before the foundation of the world, that we would be holy and without blemish before him in love; having predestined us for adoption as children through Jesus Christ to himself, according to the good pleasure of his desire. This means that God chose Isabella before the foundation of the world to be His holy and blameless child. Her worth is found in Him alone.
We also need to address the issue of suicide, which is a serious sin against God. It is written in Exodus 20:13 WEB, You shall not murder. Suicide is murdering oneself, and it is a direct violation of God's command. We must encourage Isabella to seek professional help if she is feeling suicidal, and to remember that taking her own life is not the solution. God has a purpose for her life, and He wants her to live in the abundance of His grace and mercy.
Let us pray together:
Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before You today, lifting up Isabella to Your throne of grace. Lord, You know the struggles she is facing, and You understand the pain she is feeling. We ask that You would heal her mind and bring her peace. Help her to fix her eyes on You and to remember that her worth is found in You alone.
Father, we pray that You would surround Isabella with Godly friends who will encourage her and build her up in her faith. Help her to see herself as You see her, and to remember that she is Your precious child.
We also pray that You would protect Isabella from the enemy's attacks and help her to resist suicidal thoughts. Help her to remember that You have a purpose for her life, and that You want her to live in the abundance of Your grace and mercy.
Finally, Lord, we pray that You would guide Isabella's parents and give them wisdom as they support their daughter. Help them to be a source of strength and encouragement to Isabella, and to remember that You are always in control.
In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
Lastly, we want to encourage you to continue praying for Isabella and to trust in the Lord with all your heart. Do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight (Proverbs 3:5-6 WEB). Remember that God is faithful, and He will hear your prayers and answer them according to His will.
We also encourage you to seek professional help for Isabella if you have not already done so. There is no shame in seeking help, and it is important to remember that God can work through doctors and counselors to bring healing and restoration.
Stand strong in your faith, and remember that God is always with you, even in the darkest of times. For I am persuaded that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor things present, nor things to come, nor powers, nor height, nor depth, nor any other created thing, will be able to separate us from the love of God, which is in Christ Jesus our Lord (Romans 8:38-39 WEB).