Jolt of Joy and Hope

Feeling Down? Try This Simple Prayer Trick!

Dr. Beau Abernathy

Feeling weighed down by worry or sadness? Pause for 60 seconds and follow this “breath‑prayer” pattern: inhale Scripture, exhale your need. Whisper a hope‑filled verse like “The Lord is near” (Phil. 4:5), then release your burden on the exhale—“Lord, I give You my heaviness.” Repeat three times. This simple rhythm tethers your thoughts to God’s presence, slows racing emotions, and lifts your spirit with truth in under a minute. Try it anytime discouragement creeps in and feel peace settle over your heart!