When life is hard and you have prayed and prayed, and you do not know what to do—pray some more. When you have prayed for healing, yet healing does not seem to come—pray some more. When you are afraid for a loved one, and you have prayed and prayed—pray some more. When you try to take care of yourself and you have prayed and prayed for the strength you need—pray some more. When you are depressed and you have done everything you know to do and you have prayed for help—pray some more. Prayer helps us by promoting mental and emotional well-being through connecting with God, increases hope, and a greater sense of purpose. Prayer provides a powerful coping mechanism during difficult times. It fosters resilience, improves your mood, and gives you hope and a sense of peace. It increases spiritual growth and an understanding that God is with you in all situations and circumstances, even when you do not like the outcome. You believe God will help you get through the situation you are in. Because God is your hope, a very presence in times of need. Philippians 4:6 reads, “Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made know to God.” 1 Thessalonians 5:17 says, “Pray without ceasing.” Jeremiah 29:12 tells us, “Then you will call upon me and come and pray to me, and I will hear you.” So, when you are down and you feel like giving up pray and pray and pray. God is with you no matter what happens. He is our lifeline. Our all in all. God Bless. Amen.