Prayer requests

 

We hear a lot of people today, talking about "following the science." A compilation of studies completed in 1995 indicates that prayer can positively impact our mental health. 

A large population study in 2018 found that young adults who prayed daily tended to have fewer depressive symptoms, and higher levels of life satisfaction, self-esteem, and positive affect, compared to those who never prayed.  (Harvard, VanderWeele)

Another study examined the perspectives of over 2.000 adults with mental illness in California, and found that over 70% indicated that prayer was helpful to their mental health. (2020, State of California)

Depression hurts. Anxiety hurts. Being bipolar hurts.

Let's pray for those who are suffering with mental issues. Perhaps it is we who are suffering. Take comfort in our Savior, Who has promised to be with us always.

Lord, we pray for your special touch on all who are suffering from mental illness. Help them not to despair. Help them to find the right doctors and the right therapists to assist them with treatments and proper medicines, if needed. Help them to gather up their strength and get out of bed today; help them to get outside in the sunlight; help them to engage with family and friends who care so much for them. We know that Satan wants to destroy us and our health, but Jesus came to give us abundant life. We thank you and praise you for the blessings we will see. In Christ Jesus' name, Amen.