Guided Prayer

Feeling Overwhelmed

One · Pause

Be still for a moment. Breathe in slowly, and out slowly — three times. There is no hurry here, and no one is watching.

Be still, and know that I am God.

Psalm 46:10 · KJV

Two · Check in

What is the loudest thing in your mind right now? Let it be named and set down.

Three · Scripture · King James Version

From the end of the earth will I cry unto thee, when my heart is overwhelmed: lead me to the rock that is higher than I.

Psalm 61:2 · KJV

Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.

Matthew 11:28–30 · KJV

The LORD shall fight for you, and ye shall hold your peace.

Exodus 14:14 · KJV

Four · Reflection

David prayed from the end of his rope, asking to be led to a rock higher than himself. You are not required to be the strong one here.

Five · Pray this

Lord, my heart is overwhelmed. Lead me to the rock that is higher than I. Quiet the noise, show me what is actually mine to carry today, and fight for me where I cannot fight. In Jesus' name, amen.

Six · Now in your own words

Name the three heaviest things. Ask God which one is His to carry today.

Seven · Private journal

Everything on my mind, written out. Then circle only what belongs to today.

Eight · One practical step

Cross one thing off, delay one thing, and ask for help with one thing.

Before you go

You do not have to solve it all at once. Rest is part of obedience.