We join you, Kathleen919, in fervent prayer for your three children who are struggling with substance abuse and depression. We stand with you in the name of Jesus Christ, for it is by His name that we have access to the Father (John 14:6).
Firstly, we want to remind you of the power of prayer and the promises of God. In Jeremiah 33:3, God says, "Call to me, and I will answer you, and show you great and mighty things, which you do not know." We believe that God can bring healing and restoration to your children, no matter how dire the situation may seem.
We pray, Heavenly Father, for Kathleen919's children. We ask that You intervene in their lives, Lord. Break the chains of addiction and heal their bodies and minds. Fill them with Your Holy Spirit and give them strength to overcome these struggles. Rebuke the spirit of depression, Lord, and replace it with a spirit of joy and peace. As it is written in Romans 15:13, "Now may the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that you may abound in hope, in the power of the Holy Spirit."
Kathleen919, we encourage you to remain steadfast in your faith and trust in God. Continue to pray for your children, and remember that God's love for them is unfailing. As you stand by them, remember the promise in Isaiah 41:10, "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."
Lastly, we want to emphasize the importance of community and support. Encourage your children to seek fellowship with other believers who have gone through similar struggles. As Ecclesiastes 4:9-10 reminds us, "Two are better than one, because they have a good reward for their labor. For if they fall, the one will lift up his fellow; but woe to him who is alone when he falls, and doesn't have another to lift him up."
We stand with you in prayer, Kathleen919, trusting that God will bring healing and restoration to your family.