Prayer for Comfort

Heavenly Father, my heart is heavy, and I come before Thee seeking the comfort that only Thou canst give. In this season of grief and sorrow, I feel the weight of loss pressing upon my soul, and I confess that my own strength is insufficient. Yet I know that Thou art near to the brokenhearted and savest such as be of a contrite spirit. I ask Thee, O God, to wrap me in Thy loving arms and speak peace to my troubled mind. Help me to remember that my pain is not hidden from Thee—Thou seest every tear, every doubt, every sleepless night. Teach me to lean not upon my own understanding, but to trust in Thy tender mercies that are new every morning. Grant me the grace to carry this burden without losing hope. Help me to find rest in Thy promises and to experience the comfort of Thy Holy Spirit, who dwelleth within me. Let me not walk alone through this valley, but may I sense Thy presence guiding every step. And Lord, as Thou comfortest me, make me a vessel to comfort others who suffer. Transform my sorrow into compassion, and my tears into ministry. I cast all my cares upon Thee, for I know Thou carest for me. In Jesus' name, Amen.