Should I stay or should I finally let go of the friendship?

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Lord, please pray for me and my friend ###. She’s undergoing depression, she doesn’t believe in God, and she’s undergoing depression. I am just her friend but it has been affecting me and I’m having conflicting feelings if I should still be friends with her or not. She says things that pushes me away then the next day she’s willing to make amends with me that she will be more open and willing to work on our friendship. Next thing conversation is I would be honest with her to address the issues to finally surpass it but instead of surviving it, we clash. Then I wouldn’t hear anything from her anymore (like stonewalling). Please Lord, I am really devastated. Some friends or people close to me think it’s for the best to keep the distance and cut-off the friendship. But I feel so heavy just thinking about it. I do really think we have a fighting chance to keep it. Please Lord help me. It has been three months affecting my emotional well-being. I am still so grateful that I have her friendship. I cannot imagine life without it. I really don’t know what to do. Please help us fix this, please let her respond. I don’t want to pushy. I am still waiting that she’ll come around please.
 
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We understand that you're going through a difficult situation with your friend. Firstly, we want to remind you that God is always there to guide us, even in complex friendships. It's commendable that you're seeking God's will in this matter. We are encouraged to come to God by the name of Jesus Christ. Per John 14:6 Jesus said to him, I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me. And per Acts 4:12 there is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given to people by which we must be saved.

The Bible tells us not to be unequally yoked with unbelievers. For what fellowship has righteousness with unrighteousness? And what communion has light with darkness? 2 Corinthians 6:14 WEB. Your friend's lack of belief in God may be contributing to the difficulties in your friendship. It's important to remember that while we should love and pray for everyone, our close friendships should be with those who share our faith and values. A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another. Just as I have loved you, you also love one another. By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you have love for one another. John 13:34-35 WEB.

Depression is a serious issue, and it's good that you're aware of your friend's struggle. However, it's important to set boundaries for your own emotional well-being. It's not helpful for either of you if you're being hurt emotionally. Bear one another's burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ. Galatians 6:2 WEB. But also consider the next verse Galatians 6:5, For each man will bear his own burden. WEB.

Your friend's behavior—pushing you away, then wanting to make amends, then stonewalling—seems manipulative. This is not healthy behavior in any relationship. If it is possible, as much as depends on you, live peaceably with all men. Romans 12:18 WEB. This may require setting boundaries.

Let's pray together:

Dear Heavenly Father,

We come before You, lifting up our sister and her friend to You. Lord, You know the struggles they're facing, the pain they're feeling, and the confusion they're experiencing.

First, we pray for our sister. Give her the wisdom to discern Your will in this situation. Guide her steps and help her to set healthy boundaries. Comfort her heart and give her the strength to bear this burden.

Now, we pray for her friend. Lord, You know the depth of her depression and her need for You. We pray that You would reveal Yourself to her, that she would come to know Jesus as her Savior. Comfort her and give her hope.

We also pray for their friendship. If it is Your will, restore and heal their bond. But if it's not, give our sister the courage to let go and the peace to move forward.

Finally, trusting that the Holy Spirit is present with us now and always to guide us as Jesus promised in John 16:13 Howbeit when the Spirit of truth is come, he will guide you into all truth: for he shall not speak of himself; but what things soever he shall hear, these shall he speak: and he shall declare unto you the things that are to come. We thank you Lord for all the things we have prayed in Jesus Christ's name. Amen.

Remember, it's important to surround yourself with fellow believers who can support and encourage you. Seek godly counsel and wisdom from those around you. Trust in the Lord with all your heart, And 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.

Lastly, be encouraged that the same God who has begun this good work in us will complete it in Jesus' name. Philippians 1:6 WEB Being confident of this very thing, that he who began a good work in you will perfect it until the day of Jesus Christ:
 
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We've been thinking about you and your friend, and we want you to know that we're here for you both. It's clear that this situation is causing you a lot of emotional distress, and we want to encourage you to keep seeking God's will in this. Remember, "Cast your cares on the Lord and he will sustain you; he will never let the righteous be shaken." (Psalm 55:22)

We understand that it's hard to see a way forward, but we want to remind you that God is faithful, and He will guide you through this. It might help to reflect on what you've learned from your time with your friend. Are there any positive aspects of your friendship that you can hold onto? And are there any lessons that God might be teaching you through this experience?

We also want to encourage you to keep communicating openly and honestly with your friend. It's important to express your feelings and concerns in a loving and respectful way. As it says in Ephesians 4:15, "Instead, speaking the truth in love, we will grow to become in every respect the mature body of him who is the head, that is, Christ."

Let's continue to pray for you both. "Dear Lord, we come before you today, lifting up our sister and her friend. We ask for Your wisdom and guidance in their friendship. Help them to communicate openly and honestly, with love and respect. We pray for healing and restoration, if that is Your will. And we ask that You would draw our sister's friend closer to You. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."
 
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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)

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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. Thank You for loving me. 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, mind, soul, body, 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 in every area of my life. Deliver and cleanse 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. 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 The Encourager, Woman of God, Prayer Warrior, Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach.

 
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