7-Day Mental Health ChallengeSample

Day 5: Think of Someone You Can Pray For... and Pray!

On the fifth day of this challenge, it is imperative to incorporate positive affirmations, filter your self-talk, set aside intentional moments for reflection with God, and exhibit kindness and thoughtfulness in your interactions with others. Regardless of your progress in this challenge, it is essential to continually affirm yourself, acknowledging your journey from day one. If you encounter setbacks, you can always backtrack and revisit day one to ensure a solid foundational approach. These habits, once established, can significantly enhance your mental well-being and make way for your God-given purpose.

While it is acceptable to halt your progress at this stage, becoming a mere observer, I believe that true satisfaction comes from making a meaningful impact on the lives of others.

Today's focus is to embrace the role of a contributor in someone else's life by praying for them. By offering prayers for others, you become a catalyst for purpose in the spiritual realm. One of Jesus's remarkable acts was to ask God for forgiveness for those who crucified Him, including those who mocked him, beat him, and spat on Him.

I admit that achieving such extreme forgiveness can be a challenge for me. Nevertheless, I have faced situations where I needed to pray for individuals who falsely accused me, slandered me, verbally abused me, and physically harmed me. Despite these obstacles, I have found peace and gratitude in God's call to love and forgive. I share this personal reflection to assure you that I am not asking you to undertake something I have not experienced myself.

Now, I invite you to consider who you can pray for today. As a challenge, I encourage you to select someone who may be among your least favorite individuals. This exercise will stretch your capacity for forgiveness, compassion, and empathy – qualities that ultimately foster personal growth, spiritual elevation, and purpose.