Spurgeon's Prayer: The Lord’s Presence in Our Struggles

Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be afraid, for I am your God. I will strengthen you; I will surely help you; I will uphold you with My right hand of righteousness.
— Isaiah 41:10 (BSB)

God is too good to be unkind and He is too wise to be mistaken. And when we cannot trace His hand, we must trust His heart.
— Charles Spurgeon

Lord God, as we bring this day to a close, we acknowledge the struggles and difficulties that weigh on our hearts. Life often feels overwhelming, and there are times when we cannot see the way forward. But in these moments, we remember Your promise: “Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you.” Father, we hold tightly to these words tonight, trusting that You are with us, even in our darkest times.

We ask for Your strength and comfort to carry us through the challenges we face. When we feel weak, remind us that You are strong. When we feel lost, guide us with Your presence. Help us to trust in You, even when we cannot see the bigger picture. Teach us to rest in Your faithfulness, knowing that You never forsake Your children.

Lord, we trust in Your goodness and wisdom, even when we don’t understand Your ways. When we cannot trace Your hand, help us to trust Your heart. We know that You are always working for our good, and we place our trust in Your perfect plan.

As we rest tonight, let Your peace wash over us. Calm our anxious thoughts, and remind us that we are never alone. You are our ever-present help in trouble, and we find our comfort and strength in You. Thank You, Lord, for being with us through every trial, and for never leaving our side. Amen.