Prayer against Desperation

When you feel despair, anger, negativity, fear or sadness, do you turn your heart to God? Many Christians are fearful of bringing negative emotions to the Lord because they feel they need to be perfect when addressing Him. They may believe that they cannot speak to God about feelings that steer them away from the Word. This cannot be further from the truth!

God wants you to come to Him during the darkest of times, no matter what negative emotions you feel or the sins you have committed. He loves you endlessly, and will lift you up during these hard times if you look toward Him. No one can suppress negative emotions and thoughts and God understands that! Take a moment to sit with God and ask Him for guidance. He will lead you toward positivity and grace.

No matter the painful and difficult emotions you are facing, God will be there for you every step of the way. God walks with you during times of sadness, anger and fear and lifts you up when you need Him the most. Talk to God and ask Him for guidance during these tender moments.

If you are struggling to speak to God about your negative feelings, this prayer will help get you started.

Prayer

Lord,I feel as though I am losing my grip and can barely hang on a moment longer. In desperation, I reach my hand to You, God. Grab me! Pull me out of this mess! Hear my earnest prayer! I give my life to You today, every bit of it. I’m Yours. Help me. Be my God. No longer will I build my life on shifting sand. You are my rock, and with Your help, I will establish my life on Your firm foundation.

Deliver me from this pit, and I will praise You. I will tell of Your great wonders. I will make known Your wonderful ways, steadfast love, and unending power. Thank you! I know You hear me and that You save the humble and contrite of heart. Forgive me for my decisions, actions, and attitudes that got me to this place. I receive Your forgiveness and power to change. And as I am forgiven, I forgive each person that has contributed to my temporary defeat, for my victory is at hand. You are here.

Amen.