When You Can’t Take The Pain Anymore, Pray This

This prayer reminds us that God’s mercies are renewed daily even in pain, as shared by Karin Hadadan. Building on this truth, Rebecca Simon’s Finding God Every Day helps us notice His presence in every season so we can hold on when life feels heavy.

Whatever you’re going through right now, please know that this season of pain won’t last forever. Even on the days when hope is hard to find, God still provides new mercies every single morning to help you get through. If your heart is hurting and needs a little extra peace right now, join me in this prayer.

Dear God,

Lately I am consumed by the pain I am feeling. It is unbearable, and I’m not sure whether I can see a way out of it. But your Word promises that because of your great love, I will not be consumed.

So today, I pray for your hope—give me faith that the struggles and pain I’m experiencing will one day transform into something beautiful, and that you will restore my heart. Please God, show me your compassions that are new this morning, a sign that my future will hold more joy, peace, and happiness. I commit to recognizing your fresh mercies daily, and will look for hope even in dark places. Thank you for your faithfulness that remains great even when my faith feels small. Because of your steadfast love, I know I am not consumed.

Amen.

Rebecca Simon‘s readers keep coming back. Her best-selling Let Go, Trust God set the tone, and Finding God Every Day: 111 Devotionals For Women Healing Through Faith extends it into a daily practice. If you found something to hold onto in this article, picking up one of her books is the best way to support her work and our small team at Thought Catalog.