We react differently to what is happening around us. Often, events, information, behavior of loved ones or strangers gives rise to fear. It is deeply imprinted in consciousness, takes root there and poisons our life. Prayer from fear helps to cope with negativity. What is it, how to work with it, why does it affect consciousness? Let's figure it out.
Why do we need to pray for fear?
Let's talk a little about how our subconscious mind works. This is important if you want to figure out why you or people you know need to pray for fear and anxiety. The fact is that the impressions received from the events do not go anywhere. They are constantly present in the cells of the brain. Sometimes negative experiences pop up in thoughts for no reason at all. They torture a person, make them worry about their fate in general or a specific case. And this, in turn, leads to a loss of confidence, gives rise to emotional dependence on some person orcircumstances.
It turns out that under the influence of fears, a person cannot fully act, make decisions, feel pleasure from what he does, what he encounters. He is no longer a person, but a frightened animal, seeking to find a mink to hide from the "enemy". And he does it himself: he allows provocative emotions into his thoughts. The Lord, of course, gave us freedom of choice, but is that what he meant? God created the Earth so that his children feel its joyful fullness and harmony. Fears as such should only emphasize the beauty of being in this world. Prayer is designed to maintain in the soul a feeling of constant connection with the Almighty. That's why she's important.
Who is recommended to pray for fear and anxiety?
In fact, there are many people who experience negative emotions in relation to the external environment. There are few people who have never been afraid of anything. Fear is a natural reaction of the nervous system to incomprehensible or threatening factors. But not everyone he brings to constant experiences. Some use it as a tool, others live in horrors, are constantly afraid. It is the second that needs prayer from fear. These people need support, care, even some constant encouragement.
Not everyone has a worthy authority, whose words allow you to look at the world more boldly. And it is not necessary for a believer. Prayer from fear allows you to realize that you are not alone. The Lord is always near. His care is huge, kind and affectionate. But only a sincere believer feels it. If heleads a conversation with the Lord in his soul, then he ceases to be frightened by the difficulties or evil tricks of those around him. The person is confident in the support from above. It is more important than the words or actions of loved ones, the anger of the boss or the threats pouring from all information channels.
What prayers are recommended?
The Church believes that negative emotions appear in a person under the influence of the devil. These are his tricks, designed to push the believer off the path of righteousness. In Orthodoxy, there are special texts against such influence. The first of them is the 90th psalm. It is recommended to read it when horror drives you to despair, prevents you from doing the most ordinary things: work, cook or eat, communicate with loved ones. This is a very powerful prayer for fear. In serious cases, people read it continuously forty times. It helps to come to your senses, to return to the Lord with your soul.
There is a text that is recommended to read before going to bed. It helps to calm down and relax normally. If terrible visions come to a person, prayer for the night will also help him. Before going to bed, out of fear, say these words: “Lord Jesus Christ! Help me, your sinful servant, strengthen my soul so that I can cope with the devilish misfortune that creates fear in my mind. Be with me, Lord! Protect and save your servant. Amen! . You will see, after a while you will perceive events much calmer, and act, which is important, more decisively and more successfully.
About childhood fears
If a person can still somehow fight with his own fear, then children's horrors make parents feel really helpless. Of course, you should figure out why the little man had fear. Probably, it is necessary to eliminate the causes that led to the emergence of the negative. The child needs to be taught the basics of faith. He must understand that he is never alone, for the Lord is always near. And to cope with the problem of prayer from fear. In a child, it will cause peace and tranquility. It is advisable to read it with the baby, explaining the meaning of this good lesson. Gradually the child will forget the terrible images. At the same time, he will learn to feel the Almighty, to speak with him. This will be the basis of his happy and righteous life.
What prayers are read to help children?
Actually, there are no special lyrics. If the fears are huge, bring the child to hysteria, use the mentioned 90th psalm. Plant a little one nearby, light candles and read prayers in a quiet, calm voice. Those who are older, let them help. Toddlers can play without paying attention to your actions. The mere fact that the parents are nearby, calm, benevolent, will already have a favorable effect on his well-being. And the holy texts will be absorbed like a balm into the soul, wounded by fears.
If a child cries and wakes up at night, read the Lord's Prayer while standing at the head of the bed. Cross the child, wash with holy water. If the kid is afraid of real circumstances - classmates, exams, hooligans in the yard - you will have to help in two ways. First, try to eliminate the cause of the negativity, firstsecondly, talk with the little one about God, his influence on human life. Prayer for children before going to bed for fear in this case is the 90th psalm. But it should be explained to the little reader and listener.
Fear of death
It is believed that we all will leave this world. There is no way to avoid this. And still people are afraid of the transition. They are not afraid of the very fact of leaving this world, but of the unknown. Psychologists consider it a phobia. How can you fear the inevitable? Only a truly believing person understands that fear is inappropriate here. After all, we do not go into the unknown or the void, but to our Lord. And this is what the human soul strives for. A person can cling to earthly goods. But the truth lives in the subconscious of everyone: our place is next to the Lord. Those who cannot cope with horror in any way should not hide negative emotions. There is a special Orthodox prayer for fear. Take it to the Lord, and he will not leave you.
Prayer for fear of death
If you are afraid of dying, say the following words: “Lord Jesus! Turn your kindness on your sinful servant. Have mercy on me, who is afraid of the inevitable death for everyone. My soul is not afraid of death, its torments terrify and the unknowns of suffering. Help, Lord, to cope with corrosive sorrow. Extend to me the hand of Your kindness. Amen!”.
Conclusion
You know, everyone has their own fears. Some will see a cockroach and faint, others cannot be lured into the elevator with a gingerbread, othersthey can't fly in an airplane without a serious dose of sedatives. In addition, the media create an information field filled with fictional and real threats. If you react to each, as they say, there will not be enough nerves. But the Lord, we repeat, gave us freedom. We build our own world. What to let in and what to push away, the person decides. If he wants to suffer and tremble from every rustle - his will. But, I think, it is better to be under the protection of the Lord, turning to him with prayer constantly. What do you think?
