Need Prayers

Angela - posted on 07/19/2011

Hope things are getting better for you, honey. We're still praying.

Rebecca - posted on 07/19/2011

Father, help Kristen and her family to love each other today. Let them enjoy each other and you.

Rebecca - posted on 07/16/2011

Father, please help Kristen to stand firm in Christ. May she look to him for the help she needs.

Angela - posted on 07/10/2011

I went through personal heartbreak in 2002, 2003 and 2004. It was agony but I knew the LORD was with me and there were better times ahead. My misery was made worse by a daughter, who was a teenager at the time who was cruel and abusive to me. I even sought counselling from a Domestic Violence place - they exist for anyone who is getting abuse and violence at home, not just from a husband or partner but also from a son or daughter! She was a nightmare and my own mother didn't believe me at first but then, one day at my house, she saw for herself. I was bullied and tormented by that girl and she was only 15. The better times I was waiting for are with me now and they started in 2005 when I met the man who became my husband. I'm so thankful that I didn't lose the LORD's guiding hand and fatherly concern.

Many people bear worse experiences than me. Don't lose any faith and trust in God for better times ahead. You're in my prayers.

Carla - posted on 07/10/2011

@Candace--I am sorry for your tragic loss. This tears at a mother's heart. I can feel however, that Jesus has been with you, and some day all this will be made plain. And, you are absolutely right. I have a child that was a trial and tribulation from age 7--she walked away from our family in 1998, and I haven't seen our grandchildren since 2000. If it weren't for the Holy Spirit's comfort, I would be in a mental institution. The song 'Farther along we'll know all about it, farther along we'll understand why' comes to mind. We HAVE to trust that the Plan God has for our life brings a wiping of tears and joy to our hearts.

God bless, honey

Rebecca - posted on 07/10/2011

Thank you that Jesus is King. May Kristen know you as her King. May your power be seen in her life.

Candace - posted on 07/04/2011

You can only control YOU and how you will handle hardship. This may sound insensitive, but everyone is responsible for how they will react to hardship, trouble and strife. You can't worry about "saving" your family if you are losing it (literally). I've been a Christian for 18 years now. When I got saved my son was 8. I had to learn how to be a christian mom. It upset him, and most of my family members. But I had to be radical and be a 'holy mom". I expected my son to eventually grow to be in the ministry with me. However, not only did he turn from the faith, he actually got murdered at the age of 22. I chose to still love the Lord, and trust the outcome of my life. be a spiritual mom-it will santify your home.

Katrina - posted on 06/28/2011

praying

Rebecca - posted on 06/20/2011

Help this family Father. Have mercy on them. Help them to walk in your love and truth.

Jamie - posted on 11/18/2009

Please know that you are not alone. I have had to be reassured many times that God is in control. I have 2 teenagers one is a 19y/o girl and the other is a 17y/o boy and they are both running from God right now. I homeschool my son and it's a challenge to keep my faith up. I have to remind myself to focus on God and not my surroundings because He can turn anything around for the better. I figure we must be doing something right to make the devil cause such a ruckus in our home. Never give up.

Leslie - posted on 11/18/2009

God never gives you more than you can handle...although it seems like it at times. Hang in there! You will be in my prayers!

Kimberly - posted on 11/18/2009

Been there Prayer Helps You will have mine

Alcinda - posted on 11/17/2009

just another mountain you have to climb! he is there with u he will never leave you! are in my prayers god bless...

Katrina - posted on 11/17/2009

prayer is powerful and i pray that Jesus be with you and your famiy during this time.

Holly - posted on 11/17/2009

If you have not taken her to the doctor, do so right away. Let the doctor know everything that is going on. If you have already done this, keep in constant touch with the doctor and let him know what is working or not working. Get a referral to a christain mental health counselor. We had a wonderful lady that worked 1 on 1 and as a family. Most will do payment plans if you lack insurance. Second, let people at church know what's going on. You need Christian support. You will surprised to hear that there are other families going through the same thing. Get your youth pastor involved, too. You need all the support you can get. Make sure that you are homest with the other kids. We told our boys that their sister had a chemical imbalance and that it was a kind of illness that sometimes makes her be mean or sad. They need to know that you are on top of the situation so they can feel okay about the chaos. Try to get hubby to meet with you and a pastor or elder at church so that you can be on the same team in helping your daughter. He is probably a scared and nuts as you are right now so don't take his absence personally but let him know your plans and that you need him to lead the family through this. Men need to feel in control and I am sure this situation isn't making him feel that way so he is retreating. My husband did the same thing initially.

Most of all, if you feel that your teen is simply having a fit, ignore it as best as you can. One night my daughter was just being awful and I said " You are having a fit like a small child. We are enjoying our evening and you can go to your room or go for a walk if you can't be pleasant." then we proceeded to ignore her. We have had to do that often. You will survive this time. Hang tough and pray often!

Lisa - posted on 11/16/2009

you are in our prayers. have faith & God will work this to your advantage. It is always darkest before the dawn. dealing with a 21 year old who is causing problems in my family even though he is finally out of the house!. it will get better. just hold on & trust in the Lord.

Beth - posted on 11/16/2009

Satan is a snake and wants nothing more than to ruin your family. i stand in with the other moms DONT GIVE UP!! Keep your bible close and remember we as followers of Christ have more power in one single finger than satan does in his whole body. i will pray for your strength and your childs healing. Rely on GOD

Pamela - posted on 11/16/2009

Kristen, I, too, have a child with behaviorial problems. I do believe that we (my husband and I) created part of the problem with her. She's the youngest of 4 girls and the only one left at home now. She overreacts big time with any and all situations and we've allowed this to go on for far to long and we've been praying for help. We've been praying for ourselves mostly to get an upperhand with her. We have to not overreact ourselves and that's the hard part. So...be sure and pray for yourself and your husband to keep yourselves in tune with Jesus, then you can relay that love to your child.

Daphne - posted on 11/15/2009

Been there and sometimes still are... My 17 yr old acts out tears up things and is so verbally mean and i finally got him some medicine it helps but we still have outbreaks. but i will keep you in my prayers

Kristen - posted on 11/15/2009

I thank you all for your immediate response, prayers and support. I pray everyday for the health of my family, and thank God everyday for the many, many blessings he has so graciously given all of us. I asked for prayer because it says in the Bible that wherever two or more are gathered in prayer, your prayers shall be. I did read James 1:2 as Amanda suggested, and it was a perfect reminder for me, along with many of your encouragements that God does have it under control, even if I don't understand it at the moment. My 7 year old daughter is not formally diagnosed yet (it's a very long process that we are going through with psychologist and psychiatrists etc...) but she has pediatric onset Bipolar, Oppositional Defiant Disorder and ADHD. The stress level had just reached a new high point and I needed help. Thank you so much for your help. And Shelly, yes I am a Christian and in agreement with the Word of God. I pray not just daily, but constantly. Thank you for your prayers and God Bless all of you wonderful people! With an abundance of Love, Kristen

Jennifer - posted on 11/15/2009

You came to the right place. I can relate to having tons of family medical problems and financial. First I want to say that my husband has hodgkins lymphoma (cancer), I have lupus and RA and our 7 year old son is on medication for ADHD & ODD. I felt like such a failed parent when he was constantly in trouble and failing at school but now that he is medicated he is a different child. 2 Samuel says "Go ahead, march on". Even in our deepest sorrow and in the emptiness of our most wretched betrayal, Jesus never abandons us. He is beside you, footstep after footstep, as we go forward. Regardles of how bleak things look right now, he is already at work behind the scenes, setting things right. God bless.

Angela - posted on 11/14/2009

I will be praying for your family... Just keep praying and take one day at a time. I'll have some of my friends in Sunday school pray for your family also... I have a 7 year old who is autistic and adhd I hope for the best for you.

Shelly - posted on 11/14/2009

Kristen,

Ok I'm confussed are you a Christian and are you on your knees daily asking the Lord to take control of your family??? We can and will keep you in prayer but if your not in ageeement with us then your asking the wrong one for help...You need to be asking the Lord for his help for his guidance on what to do....But in the mean time I will keep you in my prayers

Carla - posted on 11/14/2009

Dear Kristen, our hearts go out to you, sweetie, and I know you feel you are all alone. We are here, and we will hold you up in prayer. Most men back out in chaos because they don't know how to handle it, or don't know what to do. Have you asked him in very simple, plain words to help you deal with your child? I know that sounds absurd, but I've got 37 years of marriage to fall back on. They want to know specifically what you want them to do, ie: help calm child down by____ or take him/her out for ice cream, talk quietly with him/her about just stuff, not even necessarily about the problem. The child NEEDS to know you are there for him/her, whether things are happy or not.When you are alone, crank up praise music and try to keep yourself as calm as possible. You WILL get through this!

Ronél - posted on 11/14/2009

I praay for u , our GOD is a caring , loving , mighty GOd !!!!!! Trust only in HIM , He will never ever forsake u !!!!!

Julia - posted on 11/13/2009

although you may not be dealing with a child with ADHD, a site I would recommend is http://www.christianadhd.com/

Christina - posted on 11/13/2009

Hey Sis, you are in my prayers. I have been through similar expreiences with my children. So, I can honestly say that I know what you're going through. I have lived it and survived by the Grace of God. I am a single mother of 4 and raising my children was very difficult and miserable most of the time! I lost jobs, got evicted from numerous homes, lost relationships (of all types), kids got kicked out of schools, constantly being called for one incident or another. I was miserable and felt like I was doing something wrong. Like I had failed them somehow as a mother. But God has shown me that it was for His Glory! He truly will take all of the assignments of evil and harm that the enemy has placed upon our lives and turn them around for our good. One day God will use you and your experiences to help someone else to get through theres. Keep in mind that it's not about us but Him and His plans for us. I wish I could give you a cure all immediately answer but there really is none. Just believe that God has a greater plan. That He is in control and there is nothing to big for Him to handle! Lean on Him in your troubled times. Trust that He's already working it out. Pray, pray, pray! It works!

Sarah - posted on 11/13/2009

I pray that the Lord gives you peace and strength throughout your troubles and that He heals what is ailing your child. I pray that He can strengthen the bond between you and your husband so that you can get though it together.
Don't lose hope!

Amy - posted on 11/13/2009

You are in my prayers

Jennifer Henning - posted on 11/12/2009

Sister in Christ, your in my prayers. Sounds like your going through some issues with your son that I had with my son! Trust God because he has a plan. Sounds like there is some brokeness but thats were God seems to really get our attention. Praise the Lord during these storms,He has a plan. My spirit leads me to encourage you to Read the book of Job. God takes evil in our lives and turns it around for good for those who love him. Incorperate Gods promises in with your prayers.

Angie - posted on 11/12/2009

You are absolutely right...satan wants us to believe there is no hope and ruin the family! Stay strong in the Lord, keep your bible ready for the fight against satans lies...turn to the Lord!

Mary - posted on 11/11/2009

your in my prayers

Chantal - posted on 11/11/2009

The enemy wants you to believe that theres no hope! remember he is a liar and a thief. I agree find scriptures and pray it back to God. I have had really difficult times the past 2 yrs. God is faithful and he loves you!

LaShundra - posted on 11/11/2009

Kristen, i have recently come to understand that as Christians we endure things that God never intended us to endure all in the name of Christianity. Being a Christian does not mean your life has to be miserable or that you must suffer. Search the Bible for scriptures that deal with your situation and pray those back to God for your family. If you post them I will pray them with you as well. I have done and continue to do this and God answers everytime doing just what the Word says that He will do. Don't neglect scriptures of healing for you daughter. There is nothing too hard for GOD!!

Amanda - posted on 11/11/2009

Hold fast and strong times are a struggle no matter the family now days. I can relate in a few of the areas that you are going through and will send prayers for you along with my own. Please look up James 1:2 it as kept me confident through my anguishes I pray that it will help you too.