Bible references
“When the righteous cry for help, the Lord hears and delivers them out of all their troubles.”
– Psalm 40:1-3
“I waited patiently for the Lord; he inclined to me and heard my cry. He drew me up from the pit of destruction, out of the miry bog, and set my feet upon a rock, making my steps secure. He put a new song in my mouth, a song of praise to our God. Many will see and fear, and put their trust in the Lord.”
– Psalm 42:11
“Why are you cast down, O my soul, and why are you in turmoil within me? Hope in God; for I shall again praise him, my salvation and my God.”
– Psalm 143:7-8
“Answer me quickly, O Lord! My spirit fails! Hide not your face from me, lest I be like those who go down to the pit. Let me hear in the morning of your steadfast love, for in you I trust. Make me know the way I should go, for to you I lift up my soul.”
You are the Almighty and All-powerful God, and I come to You seeking deliverance from the heaviness of depression that weighs me down. I know that You are the source of all comfort and peace, and I ask that You lift this burden from my heart and mind. Help me to find joy and hope in You, even in the midst of my struggles. Give me the strength to overcome the feelings of loneliness, sadness, and despair that depression brings. I know that with You, all things are possible, and I trust in Your ability to bring me out of this darkness.
Lord, I confess that I cannot overcome this on my own, and I need Your intervention in my life. Please guide me to seek the help and support that I need from others, whether it be through counseling, therapy, medication, or the comfort of loved ones. Grant me the wisdom to take the necessary steps to pursue healing and restoration in my life. I pray for Your peace to fill my heart and mind, and for Your light to shine in the dark places of my soul.
I declare my faith that You are my ultimate Deliverer, and I believe that You are able to set me free from the grip of depression. Help me to focus on Your promises and to hold onto Your truth, even in the midst of the storm. I trust in Your unfailing love and mercy, and I thank You for hearing my prayer for deliverance. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
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