47 Prayer Points for Overcoming Addiction (Scripture)

Addiction can feel like an unbreakable chain, but with God’s strength and guidance, you can find freedom. These prayer points will help you connect with the Lord, seeking His power to overcome and His grace to heal. As you pray, remember that Jesus walks alongside you in this journey, ready to transform your life and restore your hope.

  1. Our God, break the chains of addiction in my life.

  2. Almighty Father, grant me strength to overcome temptation.

  3. Saintly Lord, cleanse my body and mind from harmful substances.

  4. Loving Lord, fill the void in my heart with Your presence.

  5. My Lord, guide me towards a path of sobriety and wholeness.

  6. Holy Spirit, empower me to resist cravings and urges.

  7. Heavenly Father, restore my relationships damaged by addiction.

  8. Lord Jesus, heal the wounds that led me to seek comfort in addiction.

  9. Merciful God, forgive me for the mistakes I’ve made while under the influence.

  10. Divine Healer, mend my broken spirit and renew my hope.

  11. Gracious Father, surround me with supportive people who encourage my recovery.

  12. Lord of Peace, calm my anxieties and fears as I face life without addiction.

  13. Faithful God, help me to trust in Your plan for my life.

  14. Holy Spirit, fill me with Your fruits of self-control and patience.

  15. Loving Savior, teach me to find joy in healthy activities and relationships.

  16. Almighty God, remove the desire for addictive substances from my heart.

  17. Lord of Light, illuminate the path to recovery before me.

  18. Compassionate Father, comfort me in moments of weakness and doubt.

  19. Prince of Peace, bring tranquility to my troubled mind.

  20. Heavenly Counselor, guide me to professional help when needed.

  21. Lord of Hope, renew my spirit each day in my journey to recovery.

  22. Holy Spirit, empower me to be honest about my struggles.

  23. Faithful Shepherd, lead me away from people and places that trigger my addiction.

  24. God of Second Chances, help me believe in the possibility of a new life.

  25. Lord of Wisdom, grant me discernment in making healthy choices.

  26. Loving Father, help me to forgive myself as You have forgiven me.

  27. “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” (Philippians 4:13)

  28. My God, teach me to surrender my addiction to Your capable hands.

  29. Holy Spirit, fill the empty spaces in my life with Your presence.

  30. Lord Jesus, help me to trust in Your perfect timing for my recovery.

  31. Heavenly Father, guide me to a church community that supports my healing.

  32. God of All Comfort, be my refuge in times of temptation.

  33. Lord of Restoration, rebuild what addiction has destroyed in my life.

  34. Holy Spirit, inspire me to replace addictive behaviors with spiritual practices.

  35. Merciful Savior, help me to extend grace to myself in this journey.

  36. Almighty God, break generational cycles of addiction in my family.

  37. Lord of Truth, help me to be honest with myself and others about my struggles.

  38. Faithful Father, remind me that recovery is a process and to trust Your timing.

  39. Holy Spirit, guide me to healthy coping mechanisms.

  40. Lord Jesus, help me to see myself as You see me, free from addiction.

  41. God of Hope, renew my strength when I feel weak or discouraged.

  42. Loving Lord, help me to lean on my church community for support.

  43. Divine Healer, restore my physical health damaged by addiction.

  44. Holy Spirit, give me the courage to make amends where necessary.

  45. Lord of New Beginnings, help me embrace a life free from addiction.

  46. Faithful God, teach me to rely on Your strength rather than my own.

  47. Heavenly Father, thank You for Your unfailing love throughout my recovery journey.

Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light. Matthew 11:28-30

No temptation has overtaken you except what is common to mankind. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, he will also provide a way out so that you can endure it. 1 Corinthians 10:13

Submit yourselves, then, to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. James 4:7

I have the right to do anything, you saybut not everything is beneficial. I have the right to do anythingbut I will not be mastered by anything. 1 Corinthians 6:12

And the God of all grace, who called you to his eternal glory in Christ, after you have suffered a little while, will himself restore you and make you strong, firm and steadfast. 1 Peter 5:10

Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. James 1:2-3

I can do all this through him who gives me strength. Philippians 4:13

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We’re never alone in our struggles with addiction. May they bring comfort and strength to those seeking freedom, and may God’s love shine through even in the darkest moments of the journey to recovery.

Sometimes it feels like I’ll never break free. But reading through these reminds me that God is always there, ready to help if I just reach out. I’m going to start incorporating some of these into my daily prayers and see where it leads.

The Prodigal Son’s return reminds us that God’s arms are always open, ready to embrace and restore us, no matter how far we’ve strayed into addiction.