Hello, I've been a Christian for 4 years and I serve and worship Him actively and daily. I am, however, suffering from severe bipolar disorder and although I'm on medication that has tempered the mania and I thought I was feeling better I am now at a low point stuck in a depressive state. I am married to a wonderful Christian man who supports me, and have three kids, two of which are little - 2 girls ages 7 & 5. I don't want them to see me sick, so I fight it tooth and nail, but it is so hard. I can hardly find the words to pray. The rest of my family has abandoned me - my mother & sisters. My father passed away in January and they didn't even call me to tell me. They are heartless & unforgiving and do not understand that I am withdrawn because I am sick. I am in pain, please pray, thank you.
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Welcome to the board. I'm so sorry to hear you're so low and that your mother and sisters are acting that way. Thanks to God your husband is supportive. Praying for you.
As an aside, I used to hate written out prayers. But when I have a hard time praying or am too tired I turn to some Puritan prayers and some by A.W. Tozer that are out of copyright. Let me know privately if you would like them. (I don't think I'm allowed to link to them.) Also, some others here are good at "praying out loud" and you can pray what they write.
As an aside, I used to hate written out prayers. But when I have a hard time praying or am too tired I turn to some Puritan prayers and some by A.W. Tozer that are out of copyright. Let me know privately if you would like them. (I don't think I'm allowed to link to them.) Also, some others here are good at "praying out loud" and you can pray what they write.
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Welcome to the board. I pray for healing in your situation. It sounds like you're experiencing quite a struggle now. I know I've been through some myself. All I can really say is to hang in there and let the Lord carry you through.
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Welcome to the board. You and your family are in my prayers. I am sorry that some around you are not supportive of you. You will get lots of support here
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Wow i am sorry to hear about your dad and your family's abandoment.
I also have a 7 year old and 5 year old. I know that can be hard w/ bipolar. My kids tend to be very forgiving when i am low. That helps a lot. You sound like a very concious and loving mother. That is what they will remember.
Have you spoken to your doctor about your low. Usually they can bump any antidepressants you may be one and that will help.
Praying for you!
I also have a 7 year old and 5 year old. I know that can be hard w/ bipolar. My kids tend to be very forgiving when i am low. That helps a lot. You sound like a very concious and loving mother. That is what they will remember.
Have you spoken to your doctor about your low. Usually they can bump any antidepressants you may be one and that will help.
Praying for you!
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I am sorry for what you're having to deal with. Just stay strong, keep your faith, and don't be afraid to lean on people in your time of need (but be cautious of who as well). You have a whole group of people here that are praying for you and thinking of you.
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Praying for you, though I am too tired to write to much of a welcome! Will keep you in my prayers. May you find comfort in the safety of His wings!!! And welcome to cf!!!
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A big welcome to you!!
You've certainly come to the right place for prayer and support. Do know that you're not alone and when you need us, we're here.
Many prayers going up for you and your family,
s and 
es!!
You've certainly come to the right place for prayer and support. Do know that you're not alone and when you need us, we're here.
Many prayers going up for you and your family,
s and es!!
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Oh, that is so hard to go through! I understand, adn I aill be on my knees in prayer over you this afternoon. I am putting you on my prayer list, adn though i don't have the words to comfort you, Just know God only has us walk this day only once... and our walk is Never Alone!
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Father, In the name of Jesus Christ we break the power of chemical imbalance in this person's life. Lord I believe it is the enemy trying to steal away a family. God I don't doubt that through general sin the human race has to tolerate chemical imbalances, but in some cases lord I beleive it is a root specific in a person's life. I know it was for me. God we ask for you to reach in and heal this person's life, touch those wounds that hurt, bring to the surface those things that need healing, surround them with people who are filled with your holy spirit. Above else let this person know that they are loved, and worth more than many sparrows. For one sparrow does not even hit the ground that God the Father does not see it, of how much value are we who are made in the image of God! Hang on, help is on the way! Devil, take your hands off our sister in Christ!
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Psalm143,
There are many times when I am unable to pray too. Remember the bible tells us it is during these times that the Holy Spirit intercedes in prayer on our behalf. Also know that you will have many friends here that know what you are going thru that will also be praying on your behalf. Take care Sweetheart. You will be in my thoughts & prayers.
Sandy
There are many times when I am unable to pray too. Remember the bible tells us it is during these times that the Holy Spirit intercedes in prayer on our behalf. Also know that you will have many friends here that know what you are going thru that will also be praying on your behalf. Take care Sweetheart. You will be in my thoughts & prayers.
Sandy
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