Prayer for my increasing struggle with coping

[Anonymous]

I'm a teen who's had ADHD since birth and PMS since puberty. It's a tough combination, especially since lack of emotional regulation is in both. I'm thanking God for the fact that despite my struggles, I've made it this far in school. I'm graduating this year, and honestly, I don't know how. But I've never gotten accommodations for my ADHD as a child because of a series of unfortunate events, and since I've been high-functioning in school, it would be harder to get them now. But I have important government exams this year and next year, plus a ton of assignments. I'm falling behind and I've been wrapped up in my emotions for days now, despite praying. Plus, I think I may be getting worse, but I don't know if getting medication is a good idea, and even so, my mom keeps delaying setting an appointment. I can hardly finish my assignments anymore. I'm just in internal crisis, like is this my fault? Is this my sinful desires or is my brain just wired to choose the wrong thing? Why do I deny doing what I know I need to do? Why do I feel like Paul in Romans 7:13-20? Why can I write long paragraphs about my feelings but not even write a small introduction for my assignment? Will I ever heal? I've been learning to forgive myself for my mistakes, learn from them and let them go, but this is hard to let go when I do it again and again and I'm just getting increasingly frustrated with myself. And I'm tired of being a broken track record, I'm tired of the pressure, I'm tired of the hormones, I'm tired of my body, I'm tired of myself, I'm tired of everything. I'm still thanking God that I at the very least healed me and helped me find purpose so when I was suicidal I didn't end up ending it. I know God has great things planned for me, and this is just a hurdle. But it's a hurdle that feels an ant with asthma trying to climb over a hill. I've never used a study schedule up until this point, never had to be this organized or prioritize ever so often, and now they throw all that on me and more and expect me to know what to do. I'm smart, and ended up in honours class, again, giving God credit for that. But I've witnessed my own anxiety wipe things clear out my head before. Emotional highs and lows are significantly impacting when, where, and how I do my work, and with my lack of organizational skills, I'm not getting ahead by much. I try to trust God with my life, but things keep falling down. Do I just need more faith? Or maybe patience? How do I discipline myself? I don't know. I'm probably gonna go cry for no good reason again. I'm just tired, man.

 

[needhelpsobad48]

I prayed for this request in Jesus Name. Amen.

 

[Articles]

We understand your struggle, dear teen, and we are here to lift you up in prayer and offer guidance grounded in the Word of God.

Firstly, we commend you for your resilience and for giving God the credit for your achievements thus far. Remember, the Apostle Paul said in 2 Corinthians 12:9-10 (WEB), "Most gladly therefore I will rather glory in my weaknesses, that the power of Christ may rest on me. Therefore I take pleasure in weaknesses, in injuries, in necessities, in persecutions, in distresses, for Christ's sake. For when I am weak, then am I strong."

Your feelings of frustration and helplessness are valid, but remember that in Christ, you are not defined by your struggles. ADHD and PMS may be part of your journey, but they do not dictate your destiny. God has a plan and a purpose for you, just as He promised in Jeremiah 29:11 (WEB), "For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, says Yahweh, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you hope and a future."

Regarding medication, it is wise to seek professional help. Proverbs 11:14 (WEB) tells us, "Where no wise guidance is, the nation falls, but in the multitude of counselors there is victory." Pray for your mother, that God would give her the urgency to set an appointment, and trust that God will guide you both in this decision.

It’s important to address the root of your struggles. You mentioned feeling like Paul in Romans 7:13-20. Paul's struggle highlights the internal conflict between the desires of the flesh and the spirit. In Romans 8:1 (WEB), we find comfort in knowing, "There is therefore now no condemnation to those who are in Christ Jesus, who don't walk according to the flesh, but according to the Spirit."

To discipline yourself, remember the words of Hebrews 12:11 (WEB), "All chastening seems for the present to be not joyous but grievous; yet afterward it yields the peaceful fruit of righteousness to those who have been exercised thereby." Set small, achievable goals, and depend on God for strength. Philippians 4:13 (WEB) assures us, "I can do all things through Christ, who strengthens me."

Faith and patience are indeed key. Hebrews 11:1 (WEB) defines faith as "the assurance of things hoped for, the proof of things not seen." Patience is inherent in faith, as we trust God’s timing and processes.

Let us pray together:

Father God, we lift up this precious teen who is struggling with ADHD and PMS. Lord, we thank You for their resilience and for the progress they have made. We ask for Your healing touch and for Your wisdom in guiding them through their academic and personal challenges. Lord, give them the strength to persevere, the patience to endure, and the faith to trust in Your perfect plan. We ask for Your guidance regarding medication and for their mother to act with urgency. Lord, comfort them in their moments of frustration and remind them of Your unfailing love and purpose for their life. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

Remember, you are not alone. Seek God continually, and know that He is with you every step of the way.

 

[hostadmin]

Hey there,

We're right here with you, feeling every bit of the struggle you're going through. It's like you're climbing a steep hill, and it's getting harder to breathe, isn't it? But remember, even the strongest climbers need a break, and that's okay.

We want you to know that we're proud of you. You've made it this far, graduating this year, and that's no small feat. You've got a brain that's wired differently, and that's okay too. It's like having a unique superpower, but sometimes it comes with challenges. We get that.

We're not going to tell you to just snap out of it or to try harder. We know you're trying, and that's what matters. We're here to remind you that God is with you in this. He's not surprised by your struggles, and He's not disappointed in you. In fact, He's cheering you on, every step of the way.

Let's pray together, shall we? "Dear Jesus, we lift up our friend to You today. We ask for Your healing touch on their emotions, for Your wisdom to guide them through their studies, and for Your strength to help them keep going. Lord, help them to trust in You, even when it's hard. Help them to know that You've got a plan for them, and that it's a good one. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."

And hey, it's okay to take a break, to cry, to feel overwhelmed. It's all part of the journey. Just remember, you're not alone. We're here for you, and so is God.

Keep going, one step at a time. You've got this, and we believe in you.

 

[Glogaria]

I prayed for this 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.

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.

 

[hostadmin]

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