2nd chance
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We understand how stressful and disappointing this situation must be for you, and we want to encourage you with the truth that our God is a God of second chances—far greater than any we could ever hope for in this life. He is the God who redeems, restores, and provides in ways we cannot foresee. While this mistake may feel like a setback, we urge you to trust that God is sovereign over even these small details, and He can turn what seems like failure into an opportunity for His glory.
The Bible reminds us in Proverbs 16:9, *"A man’s heart plans his course, but Yahweh directs his steps."* You may have intended to arrive on time, but God’s ways are higher than ours, and He may be working something in this situation that you cannot yet see. Do not let discouragement take root. Instead, take this as a moment to lean on Him, asking for wisdom and favor as you seek to correct this error.
We also want to remind you of the importance of diligence and stewardship in all things, including our work. Colossians 3:23-24 tells us, *"Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord, and not for men, knowing that from the Lord you will receive the inheritance as your reward. You serve the Lord Christ."* Even in this mistake, there is an opportunity to demonstrate humility, responsibility, and a Christ-like attitude to your employer. Approach your supervisor with honesty, take ownership of the error, and express your commitment to ensuring it does not happen again. A teachable and repentant spirit often softens hearts and opens doors for grace.
If this job is truly what God has for you, no mistake you make will thwart His plan. He can grant you favor even in this. But if He has something else in store, trust that He will provide for your needs. Jesus Himself teaches us in Matthew 6:31-33, *"Therefore don’t be anxious, saying, ‘What will we eat?’ ‘What will we drink?’ or, ‘With what will we be clothed?’ For the Gentiles seek after all these things; for your heavenly Father knows that you need all these things. But seek first God’s Kingdom and his righteousness; and all these things will be given to you as well."* Your Heavenly Father sees your need, and He is faithful.
Let us pray for you now:
Heavenly Father, we lift up this dear one to You, asking for Your mercy and intervention in this situation. Lord, You know the stress and anxiety they are feeling over this mistake and the fear of what it may mean for their job and provisions. We ask that You would grant them favor with their employer, that You would soften hearts and open doors for a second chance. Give them the right words to speak, a humble spirit, and the wisdom to handle this situation in a way that honors You.
If it is Your will for them to remain in this job, Lord, let no weapon formed against them prosper. Let this mistake be overshadowed by Your grace and their diligence moving forward. But if You have another path for them, prepare the way and provide for their every need. Remind them that their trust is in You, not in their own efforts or the approval of man.
We rebuke any spirit of fear, anxiety, or discouragement that may be trying to take hold. Replace it with Your peace that surpasses all understanding. Strengthen their faith to believe that You are their Provider, their Jehovah Jireh, and that You will never leave them nor forsake them.
We pray all this in the mighty and matchless name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. Amen.
Finally, we encourage you to take this as a moment to reflect: Are you seeking God’s will in all areas of your life, including your work? Sometimes, He allows challenges to redirect our focus back to Him. Use this as an opportunity to draw closer to Him, trusting that He holds your future. If you have not already, surrender this situation entirely to Him, and ask for His guidance in how to proceed. He is faithful, and He will never let you down.
The Bible reminds us in Proverbs 16:9, *"A man’s heart plans his course, but Yahweh directs his steps."* You may have intended to arrive on time, but God’s ways are higher than ours, and He may be working something in this situation that you cannot yet see. Do not let discouragement take root. Instead, take this as a moment to lean on Him, asking for wisdom and favor as you seek to correct this error.
We also want to remind you of the importance of diligence and stewardship in all things, including our work. Colossians 3:23-24 tells us, *"Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord, and not for men, knowing that from the Lord you will receive the inheritance as your reward. You serve the Lord Christ."* Even in this mistake, there is an opportunity to demonstrate humility, responsibility, and a Christ-like attitude to your employer. Approach your supervisor with honesty, take ownership of the error, and express your commitment to ensuring it does not happen again. A teachable and repentant spirit often softens hearts and opens doors for grace.
If this job is truly what God has for you, no mistake you make will thwart His plan. He can grant you favor even in this. But if He has something else in store, trust that He will provide for your needs. Jesus Himself teaches us in Matthew 6:31-33, *"Therefore don’t be anxious, saying, ‘What will we eat?’ ‘What will we drink?’ or, ‘With what will we be clothed?’ For the Gentiles seek after all these things; for your heavenly Father knows that you need all these things. But seek first God’s Kingdom and his righteousness; and all these things will be given to you as well."* Your Heavenly Father sees your need, and He is faithful.
Let us pray for you now:
Heavenly Father, we lift up this dear one to You, asking for Your mercy and intervention in this situation. Lord, You know the stress and anxiety they are feeling over this mistake and the fear of what it may mean for their job and provisions. We ask that You would grant them favor with their employer, that You would soften hearts and open doors for a second chance. Give them the right words to speak, a humble spirit, and the wisdom to handle this situation in a way that honors You.
If it is Your will for them to remain in this job, Lord, let no weapon formed against them prosper. Let this mistake be overshadowed by Your grace and their diligence moving forward. But if You have another path for them, prepare the way and provide for their every need. Remind them that their trust is in You, not in their own efforts or the approval of man.
We rebuke any spirit of fear, anxiety, or discouragement that may be trying to take hold. Replace it with Your peace that surpasses all understanding. Strengthen their faith to believe that You are their Provider, their Jehovah Jireh, and that You will never leave them nor forsake them.
We pray all this in the mighty and matchless name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. Amen.
Finally, we encourage you to take this as a moment to reflect: Are you seeking God’s will in all areas of your life, including your work? Sometimes, He allows challenges to redirect our focus back to Him. Use this as an opportunity to draw closer to Him, trusting that He holds your future. If you have not already, surrender this situation entirely to Him, and ask for His guidance in how to proceed. He is faithful, and He will never let you down.
We're right there with you, friend. We've been where you are, feeling the weight of a mistake and the uncertainty of what's next. But remember, God is in the business of second chances, and He's got a way of turning our messes into messages of hope.
We want to encourage you to keep your eyes on Jesus. He sees you, He knows your need, and He's got this. In fact, let's claim that verse from Matthew 6 together: "Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own." (Matthew 6:34, NIV)
Let's pray:
"Dear Lord, we lift up our friend to You today. We ask that You would grant them peace in this storm, wisdom in their words, and favor in the eyes of their employer. Lord, if it's Your will for them to keep this job, we ask that You would open doors and soften hearts. But if You have something else in mind, we trust that You will provide for every need. We claim Your promise in Philippians 4:19, 'And my God will meet all your needs according to the riches of his glory in Christ Jesus.' In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."
Keep trusting, keep praying, and keep seeking God's face. He's got you, and He's not done with you yet.
We want to encourage you to keep your eyes on Jesus. He sees you, He knows your need, and He's got this. In fact, let's claim that verse from Matthew 6 together: "Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own." (Matthew 6:34, NIV)
Let's pray:
"Dear Lord, we lift up our friend to You today. We ask that You would grant them peace in this storm, wisdom in their words, and favor in the eyes of their employer. Lord, if it's Your will for them to keep this job, we ask that You would open doors and soften hearts. But if You have something else in mind, we trust that You will provide for every need. We claim Your promise in Philippians 4:19, 'And my God will meet all your needs according to the riches of his glory in Christ Jesus.' In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."
Keep trusting, keep praying, and keep seeking God's face. He's got you, and He's not done with you yet.
Cinu
Beloved of All
Lord, we pray for this prayer and family for blessings healing and salvation. Heal and bless. May their lives be a praise and glory unto thee.
Come to the Lord's holy presence. Seek him with all your heart. Cling to his Word and meditate on it moment by moment by positive thoughts and joy in the heart (James 1:2-4), knowing that the Lord is good and to him be all the praise. Seek first God's kingdom and his righteousness (Matthew 6:33). Even though life may feel hard, the Lord's hand will be on you, and he will answer in his time. I am praying for you. Amen.
Some resources that might help.
Needs: - But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19(KJV)
Salvation: - So they said "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and you will be saved you and your household." Acts 16:31(NKJV)
Healing: - But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, And by His stripes we are healed. Isaiah 53:5(NKJV)
Fulfillment by the Holy Spirit: - Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts. Zechariah 4:6(KJV)
Persecutions: - But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you, Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you. Luke 6:27-28(KJV)
Help in Prayer
Dwelling and Thriving in God’s grace where everything happens for good (Romans 8:28)
Pray that the Lord may open the eyes of the nations affected by coronavirus (Specifically forces against God’s people)
sermons
Be a Prayer Warrior: “Praying for others”
Come to the Lord's holy presence. Seek him with all your heart. Cling to his Word and meditate on it moment by moment by positive thoughts and joy in the heart (James 1:2-4), knowing that the Lord is good and to him be all the praise. Seek first God's kingdom and his righteousness (Matthew 6:33). Even though life may feel hard, the Lord's hand will be on you, and he will answer in his time. I am praying for you. Amen.
Some resources that might help.
Needs: - But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19(KJV)
Salvation: - So they said "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and you will be saved you and your household." Acts 16:31(NKJV)
Healing: - But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, And by His stripes we are healed. Isaiah 53:5(NKJV)
Fulfillment by the Holy Spirit: - Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts. Zechariah 4:6(KJV)
Persecutions: - But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you, Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you. Luke 6:27-28(KJV)
Help in Prayer
Dwelling and Thriving in God’s grace where everything happens for good (Romans 8:28)
Pray that the Lord may open the eyes of the nations affected by coronavirus (Specifically forces against God’s people)
sermons
Be a Prayer Warrior: “Praying for others”
The Encourager
The Encourager
I prayed that God in Jesus' name will answer your prayer request according to God's perfect love, wisdom, will, timing, grace, and mercy. God Loves You. Thank You Jesus!!!
Psalm 37:4: Delight yourself in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart.
Matthew 6:33: But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.
Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name please bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. God bless me to prosper, walk in excellent health, and never stop growing in the love, grace, and knowledge of Christ Jesus. God bless me to know You in truth, fall in love with You with all my heart, mind, soul, body, and strength and never fall out of love with You. Bless me to have an ever growing closer stronger, more intimate relationship with You. Bless me with the love, desire, strength, and the spirit of obedience to always delight myself in You, seek first Your kingdom, Your righteousness, and to always respect and obey You. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, acknowledge You in all my ways, and lean not to my own understanding.
God heal me in every area of my life. Deliver and cleanse me of everything in my life that doesn't honor You. Transform and renew my mind. Bless me with love, power, and a sound mind. Let the mind that is in Christ Jesus be in me. Bless me to have and operate with a God solution focused heart, mind, spirit, and attitude. Bless me to have a God Kingdom Culture Mentality. God be with me as a mighty warrior. Let no weapon formed against me prosper. Protect me from all the plans of my enemies and the plans of the enemy of my soul. God, all that I have asked of You, in this prayer, please do the same for the writer of the prayer, all those who love and care about me, and all those I love and care about. God, please forever honor this prayer over each of our lives. God Thank You. Amen, so be it by faith, and by faith, it is so. Prayer written by The Encourager-Prayer Warrior-Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach. www.theencourager.net
be-an-encourager.blogspot.com
Psalm 37:4: Delight yourself in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart.
Matthew 6:33: But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.
Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name please bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. God bless me to prosper, walk in excellent health, and never stop growing in the love, grace, and knowledge of Christ Jesus. God bless me to know You in truth, fall in love with You with all my heart, mind, soul, body, and strength and never fall out of love with You. Bless me to have an ever growing closer stronger, more intimate relationship with You. Bless me with the love, desire, strength, and the spirit of obedience to always delight myself in You, seek first Your kingdom, Your righteousness, and to always respect and obey You. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, acknowledge You in all my ways, and lean not to my own understanding.God heal me in every area of my life. Deliver and cleanse me of everything in my life that doesn't honor You. Transform and renew my mind. Bless me with love, power, and a sound mind. Let the mind that is in Christ Jesus be in me. Bless me to have and operate with a God solution focused heart, mind, spirit, and attitude. Bless me to have a God Kingdom Culture Mentality. God be with me as a mighty warrior. Let no weapon formed against me prosper. Protect me from all the plans of my enemies and the plans of the enemy of my soul. God, all that I have asked of You, in this prayer, please do the same for the writer of the prayer, all those who love and care about me, and all those I love and care about. God, please forever honor this prayer over each of our lives. God Thank You. Amen, so be it by faith, and by faith, it is so. Prayer written by The Encourager-Prayer Warrior-Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach. www.theencourager.net
Healed Spirit Soul And Body
Healed Spirit Soul And Body
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Cinu
Beloved of All
Lord, we pray for this prayer and family for blessings healing and salvation. Heal and bless. May their lives be a praise and glory unto thee.
Come to the Lord's holy presence. Seek him with all your heart. Cling to his Word and meditate on it moment by moment by positive thoughts and joy in the heart (James 1:2-4), knowing that the Lord is good and to him be all the praise. Seek first God's kingdom and his righteousness (Matthew 6:33). Even though life may feel hard, the Lord's hand will be on you, and he will answer in his time. I am praying for you. Amen.
Some resources that might help.
Needs: - But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19(KJV)
Salvation: - So they said "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and you will be saved you and your household." Acts 16:31(NKJV)
Healing: - But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, And by His stripes we are healed. Isaiah 53:5(NKJV)
Fulfillment by the Holy Spirit: - Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts. Zechariah 4:6(KJV)
Persecutions: - But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you, Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you. Luke 6:27-28(KJV)
Help in Prayer
Dwelling and Thriving in God’s grace where everything happens for good (Romans 8:28)
Pray that the Lord may open the eyes of the nations affected by coronavirus (Specifically forces against God’s people)
sermons
Be a Prayer Warrior: “Praying for others”
Come to the Lord's holy presence. Seek him with all your heart. Cling to his Word and meditate on it moment by moment by positive thoughts and joy in the heart (James 1:2-4), knowing that the Lord is good and to him be all the praise. Seek first God's kingdom and his righteousness (Matthew 6:33). Even though life may feel hard, the Lord's hand will be on you, and he will answer in his time. I am praying for you. Amen.
Some resources that might help.
Needs: - But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19(KJV)
Salvation: - So they said "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and you will be saved you and your household." Acts 16:31(NKJV)
Healing: - But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, And by His stripes we are healed. Isaiah 53:5(NKJV)
Fulfillment by the Holy Spirit: - Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts. Zechariah 4:6(KJV)
Persecutions: - But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you, Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you. Luke 6:27-28(KJV)
Help in Prayer
Dwelling and Thriving in God’s grace where everything happens for good (Romans 8:28)
Pray that the Lord may open the eyes of the nations affected by coronavirus (Specifically forces against God’s people)
sermons
Be a Prayer Warrior: “Praying for others”
We want to thank you for allowing us the honor of lifting your request for a second chance at your new job before the Lord. It’s been a few days since you shared your heart with us, and we’ve continued to pray for God’s favor over your work schedule, for wisdom and grace from your employer, and for His perfect provision in your life. We know how deeply this matters—not just for your job, but for the peace and stability it brings to your home and responsibilities. The Lord sees your need, and He is faithful to provide in ways that may even surprise you.
If God has opened the door for that second-class time slot—or if He’s worked in another way to meet this need—we’d love for you to share a praise report with us. Your testimony could be the very encouragement someone else needs today. And if you’re still waiting, please don’t hesitate to post an update or a new request. We’re here to stand with you in faith, believing that God is at work, even when we can’t yet see the outcome.
Let’s keep trusting that He holds your hours, your income, and your future in His hands. We’re praying for you to sense His peace and to see His hand move powerfully in this situation. May He remind you daily that your worth and security are found in Him, not in circumstances, and that He is your Provider in every season.
In Jesus Name.
If God has opened the door for that second-class time slot—or if He’s worked in another way to meet this need—we’d love for you to share a praise report with us. Your testimony could be the very encouragement someone else needs today. And if you’re still waiting, please don’t hesitate to post an update or a new request. We’re here to stand with you in faith, believing that God is at work, even when we can’t yet see the outcome.
Let’s keep trusting that He holds your hours, your income, and your future in His hands. We’re praying for you to sense His peace and to see His hand move powerfully in this situation. May He remind you daily that your worth and security are found in Him, not in circumstances, and that He is your Provider in every season.
In Jesus Name.
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