Hello Saints,

I have been trying to work on my dissertation in my doctoral program for a few months. I know the devil is trying to make me feel that I am not capable of seeing my project through. He comes with ways of distraction, self-doubt, and laziness to throw me off my course. Please pray for my strength in the Lord and help me to know that God is greater than the enemy. That I can call on him to refocus me and remove all obstacles that deter me from the path he has set for me.

I would like prayer for patience. There are times that I get frustrated with the world and those who have not accepted the the divine leadership of Christ as Our Lord and Saviour. I have a short fuse when it comes to infantile behavior from grown adults or persons who choose to engage in acts of spite or whom have an uncaring attitude towards others because, well, for whatever reason. I would like to feel more forgiveness in my heart and understanding.

I have been feeling an extreme weight of loneliness. I ask for prayer for peace in being a single woman. That I can be more comfortable with myself in the midst of building a relationship with the Lord. I sometimes get down and think about how others have what I feel I deserve as well. Like being a wife and a mother. I feel so disconnected sometimes. I will be 31 years old this year and although that is young, I am at that time in my life where most others I know are married with children - building a loving home. I am not. I don't believe I have the gift of singleness and I long to date for marriage. I have made mistakes in the past, but I am earnestly seeking to please the Lord in every area of my life. I ask for patience that I can rest in Him while He works out my need for companionship.

Thank you.