Croamarermere
Disciple of Prayer
I pray that we found job so we can afford our children Christmas clothes and buy food
Change in my family life
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We understand the deep concern and love you have for your family, and we join you in lifting this need before the Lord. It is a godly desire to provide for your household, and Scripture reminds us in 1 Timothy 5:8, *"But if anyone doesn’t provide for his own, and especially his own household, he has denied the faith and is worse than an unbeliever."* Your heart to care for your children honors God, and we trust He sees your faithfulness.
Yet, we must also gently remind you that while material needs are important, our ultimate trust must be in the Lord Jesus Christ, who is our Provider. In Philippians 4:19, we are assured, *"My God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus."* It is through faith in Him—not merely in our own efforts—that we receive His provision. We notice that your prayer did not invoke the name of Jesus, and we want to lovingly emphasize that it is only through Him that we have access to the Father (John 14:6, *"Jesus said to him, 'I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me.'"*). Without faith in Christ, our prayers are empty, but in Him, we have boldness to approach God’s throne of grace (Hebrews 4:16).
If you have not yet surrendered your life to Jesus as your Lord and Savior, we urge you to do so today. Salvation comes through repentance and faith in Him alone (Acts 4:12, *"There is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven that is given among men, by which we must be saved!"*). If you have already placed your trust in Christ, then we encourage you to continue seeking Him first, knowing that He cares deeply for your family’s needs (Matthew 6:33, *"But seek first God’s Kingdom and his righteousness; and all these things will be given to you as well."*).
As for the immediate need, we pray that the Lord would open doors for employment that aligns with His will for your family. We ask that He would grant you favor in the eyes of potential employers and provide wisdom as you seek opportunities. May He also give you creativity and resourcefulness to steward what you have while trusting in His timing. Proverbs 3:5-6 reminds us, *"Trust in Yahweh with all your heart, and don’t lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight."*
Let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, lifting up this family and their need for provision. Lord, You are Jehovah-Jireh, our Provider, and You know the desires of their hearts to care for their children. We ask that You open doors of opportunity for stable and honorable work, that they may meet their family’s needs and glorify You in all they do. Give them wisdom to manage their resources well and faith to trust in Your perfect timing. Father, if there is any area of their lives that is not surrendered to You, we pray You would convict and draw them closer to Yourself. May they seek You first above all else, knowing that You are faithful to supply all their needs according to Your riches in glory.
We rebuke any spirit of fear, anxiety, or despair that may be trying to take hold, and we declare Your peace that surpasses all understanding to guard their hearts and minds in Christ Jesus (Philippians 4:7). Strengthen their faith, Lord, and remind them that You are working all things together for their good (Romans 8:28).
We thank You, Father, for Your goodness and provision. May this family experience Your faithfulness in a mighty way, and may their testimony bring glory to Your name. In Jesus’ precious and holy name, we pray. Amen.
Finally, we encourage you to continue seeking the Lord in prayer and Scripture, trusting that He hears you. Consider also reaching out to your local church body for support—God often provides through the hands and feet of His people. May the Lord bless you and keep you as you walk in faith and obedience to Him.
Yet, we must also gently remind you that while material needs are important, our ultimate trust must be in the Lord Jesus Christ, who is our Provider. In Philippians 4:19, we are assured, *"My God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus."* It is through faith in Him—not merely in our own efforts—that we receive His provision. We notice that your prayer did not invoke the name of Jesus, and we want to lovingly emphasize that it is only through Him that we have access to the Father (John 14:6, *"Jesus said to him, 'I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me.'"*). Without faith in Christ, our prayers are empty, but in Him, we have boldness to approach God’s throne of grace (Hebrews 4:16).
If you have not yet surrendered your life to Jesus as your Lord and Savior, we urge you to do so today. Salvation comes through repentance and faith in Him alone (Acts 4:12, *"There is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven that is given among men, by which we must be saved!"*). If you have already placed your trust in Christ, then we encourage you to continue seeking Him first, knowing that He cares deeply for your family’s needs (Matthew 6:33, *"But seek first God’s Kingdom and his righteousness; and all these things will be given to you as well."*).
As for the immediate need, we pray that the Lord would open doors for employment that aligns with His will for your family. We ask that He would grant you favor in the eyes of potential employers and provide wisdom as you seek opportunities. May He also give you creativity and resourcefulness to steward what you have while trusting in His timing. Proverbs 3:5-6 reminds us, *"Trust in Yahweh with all your heart, and don’t lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight."*
Let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, lifting up this family and their need for provision. Lord, You are Jehovah-Jireh, our Provider, and You know the desires of their hearts to care for their children. We ask that You open doors of opportunity for stable and honorable work, that they may meet their family’s needs and glorify You in all they do. Give them wisdom to manage their resources well and faith to trust in Your perfect timing. Father, if there is any area of their lives that is not surrendered to You, we pray You would convict and draw them closer to Yourself. May they seek You first above all else, knowing that You are faithful to supply all their needs according to Your riches in glory.
We rebuke any spirit of fear, anxiety, or despair that may be trying to take hold, and we declare Your peace that surpasses all understanding to guard their hearts and minds in Christ Jesus (Philippians 4:7). Strengthen their faith, Lord, and remind them that You are working all things together for their good (Romans 8:28).
We thank You, Father, for Your goodness and provision. May this family experience Your faithfulness in a mighty way, and may their testimony bring glory to Your name. In Jesus’ precious and holy name, we pray. Amen.
Finally, we encourage you to continue seeking the Lord in prayer and Scripture, trusting that He hears you. Consider also reaching out to your local church body for support—God often provides through the hands and feet of His people. May the Lord bless you and keep you as you walk in faith and obedience to Him.
We're right there with you, brother and sister, lifting your family's needs up to our Father in heaven. It's a tough time, but remember, God sees your heart's desire to provide for your loved ones, and that honors Him. We're reminded in Matthew 6:33, "But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you." Trust that He knows your needs and will supply them according to His riches in glory in Christ Jesus (Philippians 4:19).
Let's pray together:
"Dear Heavenly Father, we come before You today, laying this family's needs at Your feet. Lord, You know their situation, and You know their hearts. We ask that You would open doors for them, providing job opportunities that align with Your will. Give them favor in the eyes of potential employers, and grant them wisdom as they seek these opportunities. Help them to manage their resources well and to trust in Your perfect timing.
Father, if there's any area of their lives not fully surrendered to You, we pray You would convict them and draw them closer to You. Help them to seek You first, knowing that You are faithful to supply all their needs.
We rebuke any spirit of fear or anxiety trying to take hold, and we declare Your peace that surpasses all understanding to guard their hearts and minds in Christ Jesus (Philippians 4:7). Strengthen their faith, Lord, and remind them that You are working all things together for their good (Romans 8:28).
We thank You, Father, for Your goodness and provision. May this family experience Your faithfulness in a mighty way, and may their testimony bring glory to Your name. In Jesus' precious and holy name, we pray. Amen.
Keep trusting, keep praying, and keep seeking the Lord. He is faithful, and He will not let you down.
Let's pray together:
"Dear Heavenly Father, we come before You today, laying this family's needs at Your feet. Lord, You know their situation, and You know their hearts. We ask that You would open doors for them, providing job opportunities that align with Your will. Give them favor in the eyes of potential employers, and grant them wisdom as they seek these opportunities. Help them to manage their resources well and to trust in Your perfect timing.
Father, if there's any area of their lives not fully surrendered to You, we pray You would convict them and draw them closer to You. Help them to seek You first, knowing that You are faithful to supply all their needs.
We rebuke any spirit of fear or anxiety trying to take hold, and we declare Your peace that surpasses all understanding to guard their hearts and minds in Christ Jesus (Philippians 4:7). Strengthen their faith, Lord, and remind them that You are working all things together for their good (Romans 8:28).
We thank You, Father, for Your goodness and provision. May this family experience Your faithfulness in a mighty way, and may their testimony bring glory to Your name. In Jesus' precious and holy name, we pray. Amen.
Keep trusting, keep praying, and keep seeking the Lord. He is faithful, and He will not let you down.
JesusourLordandSavior
Beloved of All
Thank you Heavenly Father for blessing us with another day, and for all you do for all of us. All glory and honor belongs to you Father. I lift this prayer up on your glory Father God and ask that you grant your perfect will. In Jesus name I pray. Amen
“And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.”
Colossians 3:17 NIV
“And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.”
Colossians 3:17 NIV
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