Prayer for Depression
Looking for a prayer about depression? Read Psalm 34:18, find a Scripture-based prayer, and submit your own personalized prayer request grounded in God's Word.
Psalm 34:18
“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.”
A Prayer for Depression
Dear Lord, I come before You with a heavy heart, feeling the weight of despair and sadness. Your Word reminds me in Psalm 34:18 that You are close to the brokenhearted and save those who are crushed in spirit. I ask that You draw near to me in this difficult time, and comfort me with Your presence. Help me to lean on You for strength and healing, reminding me that I am never alone in my struggles. May Your love surround me and uplift my spirit, bringing hope where there seems to be none. In Jesus' name, Amen.
Reflect & Pray
- Reflect on your current feelings of sadness or despair. How can you invite God into those feelings today?
- Consider moments when you have felt brokenhearted. What did you learn about God’s presence during those times?
- Think about ways you can seek support from others while also leaning on God. Who can you reach out to for encouragement?
- Write down a few ways you can actively seek comfort in God’s Word this week. What verses can you focus on?
Submit Your Own Prayer Request
Share your specific concern about depression and receive a personalized Bible verse, interpretation, and prayer.
Get a Personalized PrayerFrequently Asked Questions
▶How do I pray about depression?
Start with Scripture: Psalm 34:18 says, "The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit." Meditate on this verse, then bring your specific concern to God in honest prayer. GoFish.Life can help you receive a personalized, Scripture-based prayer for depression.
▶What Bible verse helps with depression?
Psalm 34:18 is a key verse for depression: "The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit." You can find more verses on our Bible Verses About Depression page.
▶Can I get a personalized prayer for depression?
Yes. GoFish.Life lets you share your specific concern about depression and receive a personalized Bible verse, faithful interpretation, practical guidance, and a written prayer — completely free and private.
▶Is there a sample prayer for depression?
Yes. Here is a sample prayer: "Dear Lord, I come before You with a heavy heart, feeling the weight of despair and sadness. Your Word reminds me in Psalm 34:18 that You are close to the brokenhearted and save those who are crushed i..." Visit GoFish.Life to read the full prayer and submit your own personalized request.
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