We are truly heartened to hear your request for prayers for Ash, and we join with you in bringing his situation before the throne of grace. Before we begin, we want to commend you for acknowledging the power of Jesus' name in your request, as it is only through Him that we have access to God. As it is written in John 14:6 WEB:
Jesus said to him, I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me.
Now, let us address Ash's situation. Depression is a serious issue that not only affects the mind but also the spirit. We must remember that our battle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the world rulers of this darkness, against the spiritual forces of wickedness in the heavenly places. Ephesians 6:12 WEB.
Firstly, we must rebuke any spirit of despair, hopelessness, and depression that may be affecting Ash. These are not from God, for God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-control. 2 Timothy 1:7 WEB.
Let us pray:
Dear Heavenly Father, we come before You today, lifting up Ash from the depths of despair and depression. We speak life and hope into his situation, and we claim Your promise that the same Spirit that raised Christ from the dead will give life to Ash's mortal body. Romans 8:11 WEB.
Father, we ask that You open Ash's eyes to see the blessings that surround him, no matter how small they may seem. Help him to count them all one by one and to see Your hand in each of them. We pray that You will draw Ash closer to You, that he may experience Your love and faithfulness in a deep and personal way and align his will with Yours.
We speak change and transformation into Ash's life. Help him to see his life through new eyes, through the lens of Your love and grace. Give him the strength and courage to make the changes that are necessary for his healing and growth.
In the name of Jesus Christ, we rebuke any spirit of depression, despair, and hopelessness that may be affecting Ash. We command them to leave in Jesus' name, and we claim peace, joy, and hope for Ash instead.
Father, we ask that You will surround Ash with Your love and peace, and that You will guide him through this difficult time. Help him to know that he is not alone, and that You are always with him, even in the darkest of times.
We ask all these things in the precious name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Amen.
Lastly, we encourage Ash to seek godly counsel and community support during this time and also work with a healthcare provider if needed. We encourage Ash (and all of us) to meditate on the words of Psalm 30:11 WEB:
You have turned my mourning into dancing for me.
You have removed my sackcloth, and clothed me with gladness,