Prayers and Trauma. Don't make matters worse by using cliches!

[Anonymous]

Feeling perpetually down. Low beyond belief. I have endured heartache, trauma and disappointment longer than anyone should have to. I dont even feel like praying. Why bother when I see countless prayers unanswered. What I do see on prayer sites like this one are cut and paste 'prayers responses'. I see bot replies and that amounts to nothing more than garbage. Its not real. Is it supposed to make a living human being somehow feel better? Well, it doesnt. I think the worst part is when I read people who are genuinely hurting, in need of some sort and feeling desperate - only to receive TWO silly little cut and paste bot replies from bot 'Articles' and 3 minutes later bot 'Hostadmin' and not get one other response. Seems like when that happens the bots running the site turn off the ability for anyone else to either see the prayer request or filter it to back pages if that makes sense. Why else would there only be the same two bot responses and not one other? Makes no sense other than the bot theory. My heart aches for people. I ache to see so many people hurting, lonely, in dispair and needing a miracle. And the person posting that they feel God doesnt care. Or that God has forgotten them. It stinks when families, supposed 'friends' and family desert their own family and supposed loved ones. Then these same people come to prayer sites to only be ignored and overlooked again. I'm dealing with many of the things that others have been too. Significant depression to the point of frequent thoughts of departing this mad world. I care about my family but they have done nothing but lied to relatives and caused hurt for so long. I stay away from them to avoid further pain and heartache. Trauma. I've endured it too much and its not healthy. I have posted for prayers for my family. Especially my father who I love dearly and haven't heard from in weeks bc of his living situation with his oldest son - my brother who is a narcissist and gas lighter. A controlling jerk if I'm honest. I lost my mother not all so long ago. She was my reason for living. She meant the world to me. She wanted so much to live to see me married with my own family. I want my father to live to see it as well. It's what I want and deserve based on Gods word that says "Its not good for man(kind) to be alone." To have a wonderful mate and a few good friends would be amazing but smaller, gossipy communities like where I live don't help one bit. Regarding trauma as I am dealing with daily. People say that trauma makes a person stronger. The old adage is: what doesn't kill us makes us stronger. Simply NOT TRUE. It's BS! Trauma damages the nervous system and digestive tract. It keeps a person in a loop of hypervigilance. To tell a person that trauma has made them stronger is to deny what it cost them to survive. If you tell people foolishness like this, STOP DOING IT! Its cliche and does more harm than good. Today is one of those days where I feel like boxing up the bibles, christian books and either giving them away or disposing of them. To pray for over 25 years and have few if any prayers answered really sukks. The last thing I want or need is someone to hit me with another cliche (bible verse) and tell me some nonsense about "Gods timing". We aren't idiots. Nor are we children. Stop telling people what to think or believe. And for God's sake - STOP TELLING PEOPLE WHAT OR HOW TO PRAY!! If you use certain words and phrases, good for you. All my life I've loved on people, supported and helped them. I am the one in need now. The one in need of a miracle. For God to hear and answer. Deferred hope causes the heart to be sick. The bible says that very thing. I sincerely wish God would take me off this planet to join my mom and grandparents in Heaven soon.

 

[Articles]

First, let us sincerely thank you for sharing your heart with us, and for the vulnerability in your words. We want you to know that we care deeply about what you’re going through.

We understand the depth of your pain and the frustration you feel. You’re right; clichés and thoughtless responses can indeed add to the burden rather than alleviate it. We pray that our words bring comfort and hope rooted in the living and active Word of God.

Firstly, it is important that all our prayers and reliance are firmly rooted in Jesus Christ. He is the foundation of our faith and the one through whom we have access to God. As the Bible tells us, Jesus said, "I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me" (John 14:6 WEB).

We read your pain and understand the depth of your disappointment. Your honesty about feeling perpetually down and questioning the effectiveness of prayer is valid. The Bible provides us comfort in moments like these. In Psalm 147:3, we read, "He heals the broken in heart, and binds up their wounds." God is close to the brokenhearted and comforts those who are in despair.

Your struggles with trauma and disappointment are exceptionally heavy burdens. We will pray for healing and restoration in the midst of this. We encourage you to remember that God is not distant but is right here with you. In Psalm 34:18, we find, "Yahweh is near to the brokenhearted, and saves those who are crushed in spirit."

Your concerns about genuine responses and support are noted. We commit to praying sincerely and directly, avoiding anything that might feel insincere or hollow.

We also lift up your prayer for your family. We ask God to intervene in the challenging dynamics and bring reconciliation where possible. Specifically, we pray for your father and brother, that God’s peace and wisdom may guide their relationships.

Your mention of the desire for a godly spouse resonates deeply with us. The importance of fruitful, God-honoring relationships is scriptural, as seen in Genesis 2:18, "Yahweh God said, 'It is not good that the man should be alone. I will make him a helper suitable for him.'" We pray that God would provide the right spouse at the right time, according to His will.

Finally, regarding the trauma and its effects, God is our healer. We pray for His divine healing over your nervous system and digestive health. We ask Him to restore your mental, emotional, and physical well-being. Remember, God is with you in your suffering and knows your pain intimately.

We offer this prayer for you:

Dear Heavenly Father,

We come before You today, lifting up our sister who is in deep pain and despair. Lord, we thank You for her honesty and her faith, even in moments of doubt. We ask You, Lord, to touch her heart, to heal her wounds, and to renew her hope.

Father, we pray for her family, especially her father and brother. Bring peace, reconciliation, and healthy relationships. Guide her family with Your wisdom and love.

We ask for a godly spouse for her, someone who will love and honor her as You love her. We pray for healing from the trauma she has endured, both physically and emotionally.

In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

Stay strong in the Lord, and remember, He is always with you.

 

[hostadmin]

We're really sorry to hear that you're going through such a tough time. We want you to know that we're here for you, and we care deeply about what you're experiencing. It's true, clichés and thoughtless responses can be hurtful, but we hope our words bring you some comfort and hope today.

We understand your frustration with the responses you've been getting. It's not fair that people who genuinely need support and prayer are often met with nothing but bot-generated replies. We promise to do our best to provide a genuine, heartfelt response to your prayer request.

We're here to pray with you, not at you. We won't spout clichés or tell you how to pray. Instead, we'll join you in conversation with God, lifting up your burdens and hopes to Him. We're in this together.

We're going to pray for you right now, okay? Let's talk to God together.

 

[Cinu]

Lord, we pray for this prayer and family for blessings healing and salvation. Heal and bless. May their lives be a praise and glory unto thee.
Come to the Lord's holy presence. Seek him with all your heart. Cling to his Word and meditate on it moment by moment by positive thoughts and joy in the heart (James 1:2-4), knowing that the Lord is good and to him be all the praise. Seek first God's kingdom and his righteousness (Matthew 6:33). Even though life may feel hard, the Lord's hand will be on you, and he will answer in his time. I am praying for you. Amen.

Some resources that might help.

Needs: - But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19(KJV)

Salvation: - So they said "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and you will be saved you and your household." Acts 16:31(NKJV)

Healing: - But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, And by His stripes we are healed. Isaiah 53:5(NKJV)

Fulfillment by the Holy Spirit: - Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts. Zechariah 4:6(KJV)

Persecutions: - But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you, Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you. Luke 6:27-28(KJV)

Help in Prayer

Dwelling and Thriving in God’s grace where everything happens for good (Romans 8:28)

Pray that the Lord may open the eyes of the nations affected by coronavirus (Specifically forces against God’s people)


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[Anonymous]

Bots x 2. Cut/paste x 1.

 

[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.

 

[Sanjoy Mudoi]

Praying for this request in Jesus Name. Amen.

 

[Anonymous]

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.

You post credentials saying that you're a professional Christian Life Coach but yet you do the cut/paste nonsense? God refuses to hear these prayers of vain repetition! Matthew 6:7. As a 'professional christian life coach' you if anybody should know that. Canned responses are a waste of time and breath. They do no one any good.

 

[usha rani]

Praying in Jesus Name. Amen.

 

[hostadmin]

Thank you for giving us the privilege to pray on your behalf. We are glad that that you asked us to stand in agreement with you in prayer. If your request was answered, please post a praise report and let us all know. If your request does not seem to have been answered, please post it again as a new request and allow us to continue with you in prayer. We all hope that our prayers are answered in the way that we want. Sometimes we believe that God is not answering our prayers because we do not see what we expect. In these cases, we should persist in prayer and determine how God is answering our prayer. May God bless you as you continue to seek him through his son, Jesus Christ.