The current economic period has made life uncertain and even dangerous. A lot of us are worried about various events that are happening in our nation and around the world.
You could be worried about how these things will impact you and your loved ones. You might discover that you’re less happy than usual and more anxious than usual.
There are numerous actions you can take to aid in lowering Anxiety. However, studying God’s word and prayer are the best ways to achieve enduring peace.
Additionally, you might discover that praying might help you feel less stressed and anxious. Even if you prefer beginning your day with prayers, you can also pray any time throughout the day if you think you could use motivation and support.
The following Bible verses and prayers will help guide you through difficult moments.
Prayer for Anxiety for a friend
We’ve all been there. You’re having a rough time, life makes you stressed out, and your anxiety worsens.
As friends, sometimes we have a clue of what is going on in our friends’ lives, but sometimes we do not.
Prayer for Anxiety for a friend is a great way to ask the Lord for His support in your friend’s life today — not just today but 365 days from now.
1. A Prayer for Anxiety, Worry, and Fear
John 14:1
“Do not let your hearts be troubled. You believe in God, believe also in me.”
Dear Heavenly Father, I am filled with dread, worry, and Anxiety. I need your assistance to get me through this day, this hour, and every moment.
I present to you each issue and concern disturbing me. I’ll concentrate on the fact that you care about and love me.
I’ll let you carry my burdens while you envelop me in happiness, calm, and contentment.
Thank you, Lord, for everything you have done and will do for me; all these I ask in Jesus’ name, amen.
2. A Prayer for Your Friend’s Loss of a Loved One
Ephesians 3:20
“Now unto him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us.”
Dear Heavenly Father, I commit my friend to your hands; I pray that you comfort him in this grief.
Help him to find peace in you and fill the gap in his life during this period that he has lost a loved one in Jesus’ name, amen.
3. A Prayer for Anxiety for Broken Friendship
Psalm 27:1
The LORD is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? The LORD is the stronghold of my life; of whom shall I be afraid?
Heavenly Father, I take solace in your assurances and respect your pledges. I’ll trust you to ease my worries and quiet my heart.
I’ve decided to put my confidence in your words and faith in you today. Please give me your Holy Spirit, and grant me your great peace.
I appreciate everything you’ve done and who you are.
You alone give me the strength to continue because of the power and strength of your words. I ask you to support me and provide me with all I need through your comments.
4. A prayer for peace of mind
John 16:33
These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.
Faithful God, thank you for all the beautiful and unique promises you have in your word for me.
I pray that you give me the grace to keep these words in mind when things get tough, and I’m tempted to give in to fear rather than believing in you entirely.
May I remember your promises of peace over my life and let them linger in my heart and thoughts throughout the day.
I pray that your peace be my portion in Jesus’ name, amen.
5. A Prayer for Strength and Wisdom
Romans 8:28
“And we know [with great confidence] that God [who is deeply concerned about us] causes all things to work together [as a plan] for good for those who love God, to those who are called according to His plan and purpose.”
Dear Heavenly Father, Help me to continue when I feel I can’t take another step forward; Help me to stand when I think I’m about to fall.
Please gently guide me in the correct route; Give me your heavenly wisdom and strength to overcome the plans of the evil one against my life.
Bring me to your presence of safety and peace.
Bring me closer to you despite the chaos going on around me.
Thank you for answering my prayers, in Jesus’ name; amen.
6. A Prayer for a Friend
Psalm 55:22
Cast your cares on the Lord
and he will sustain you;
he will never let
the righteous be shaken.
Dear Heavenly Father, I come to you today, and I pray that you please quiet my anxious heart and give me tranquility of mind towards my friend.
Give my friend the courage and focus on discovering his purpose and following your outlined route.
I pray that you give him the understanding he needs in the light of the word.
I ask in your mighty name of Jesus, Amen.
7. A Prayer for When You’re Watching a Friend Suffer
1 Peter 5:7
“Casting all your cares [all your anxieties, all your worries, and all your concerns, once and for all] on Him, for He cares about you [with deepest affection, and watches over you very carefully].
Heavenly Father, I’m here to surrender my fear and worry to You about my friend’s failing health. I pray that you help me trust in your healing power as you heal my save my friend from his suffering.
Remind me of Your strength and grace when my anxieties and fears overcome me. As I place my trust in You and You alone, give me Your peace, and I pray that you deliver, my friend.
Thank you for answering me; I ask in the name of Jesus, Amen.
8. A Prayer to Value Friendship over a Disagreement
James 1:17
“Every good thing given, and every perfect gift is from above (Heaven); it comes down from the Father of lights [the Creator and Sustainer of the heavens], in whom there is no variation [no rising or setting] or shadow cast by His turning [for He is perfect and never changes].”
Father in heaven, I’m grateful for the gift of good friends you have brought into my life, right?
I am thankful for the people who walk by my side, helping, loving and inspiring me since.
I pray that you take away anything that might bring disagreement among us, and may your peace reign in our hearts in Jesus’ name, amen.
9. A Prayer for Strength in Times of Problem
Romans 8: 15-17
The Spirit you received does not make you slaves, so that you live in fear again; rather, the Spirit you received brought about your adoption to sonship. And by him we cry, “Abba, Father.”
The Spirit himself testifies with our spirit that we are God’s children.
Now if we are children, then we are heirs, heirs of God and co-heirs with Christ, if indeed we share in his sufferings in order that we may also share in his glory.
Lord Jesus, You are my rock, castle, and guardian, the source of all my power. To whom then shall I be afraid?
I pray you will serve as my defense, fortress, and stronghold.
Father, may I, therefore, express my gratitude for being my strength and my God. Thank you for answering me. In Jesus’ name, I pray, Amen.
10. A Prayer for Confronting Fear
Psalm 34:7
The angel of the Lord encamps around those who fear him,
and he delivers them.
Father in heaven, Lift my mind and assist me in seeing the truth when I feel overwhelmed by my problems.
Help me take things one step at a time when I’m paralyzed by dread and unable to move.
Calm me with Your soft words of love when I can’t convey the angst inside.
I rely on You daily, every hour, every second of my life.
I firmly believe that You have freed me through Your mercy, having pardoned me and restored me through Your sacrifice.
11. A Prayer for God’s Presence
Philippians 4: 6-7
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”
Help us to seek your dear God, who is more significant than anything we can imagine.
Give us the strength to face everything we can do and endeavor to do what we would.
Remove from us the pressure to be the best version of ourselves and replace it with a willingness to accept what you can be in us.
Please grant us your tranquility today and show us how to avoid the busyness that will make us tense and off-balance.
Conclusion
The prayer could be longer or shorter, but it is meant to provide the reader comfort and guidance.
It is a way to reconnect with another person intimately and personally through faith and belief in a higher being.
It is also a time when the lucky person getting the prayer can reflect on their own life, considering how others around them treat them and how faithful they are to those around them.
Drop a prayer in the comment section for a friend.
