A Prayer For When I’m Overwhelmed

A prayer for when I’m Overwhelmed

When I’m overwhelmed with life’s struggles

Lord Jesus,

Right now I feel overwhelmed, defeated, powerless, out of control, and I don’t see any way to overcome my circumstances. Life seems full of immense obstacles and opponents I will never be able to defeat. How can I escape? In desperation I can only cling to your promise that you have overcome the world. You are in control, and someday my problems will seem miniscule in the light of eternity and your great victory. You have also given me your Holy Spirit to help me overcome the obstacles and temptations in my life. Thank you, Lord. I know that on this earth I will never be free from trouble, but your Holy Spirit gives me the power to overcome it. Show me how to see the obstacles in my life as opportunities for you to show your power; then they will not seem so overwhelming. In your wisdom and grace, you can use the very hardships and weaknesses that frighten me as tools to help me overcome.

[Jesus said,] “I have told you all this so that you may have peace in me. Here on earth you will have many trials and sorrows. But take heart, because I have overcome the world.” John 16:33