I am going through a "wilderness" and need the prayer of my brothers and sisters. I have no joy in my life. I know I am supposed to have joy as a Christian, but I don't know how to make it my own. Every day of living is a chore to me. I lost my youngest son, Matthew, 5 years ago, and life has been very difficult to deal with since then. I struggle with lonliness, emptiness, and feeling like there is no purpose for my life. I also lost my job 2 months ago and really need God to open doors for the right job for me. I know He has a plan for my life, but I feel so discouraged at times. I long for love in my life, but there seems to be none. Thank you for your prayers and may God bless each one of you reading this and praying for me!