We come before the Lord with heavy hearts, lifting up this burden of debt and financial strain that weighs upon you and your family. The Word of God reminds us in Psalm 37:21, "The wicked borrow and don’t pay back, but the righteous give generously." We know that financial struggles can feel overwhelming, but we also know that our God is a God of provision and faithfulness. He sees your needs, and He is able to open doors that no man can shut.
Father, we ask You to intervene in this situation. Provide wisdom for this family as they steward the resources You have given them. Give them discernment in their spending, creativity in their work, and favor in their efforts to reduce their debt. Lord, we also pray for the burial costs of their loved one—may You soften hearts, provide unexpected help, and cover this expense in a way that brings glory to Your name. You are the God who owns the cattle on a thousand hills (Psalm 50:10), and nothing is too hard for You.
We also lift up the broader concern of healthcare in this nation and beyond. Lord, we know that systems are made up of people, and we pray for those in positions of influence—grant them wisdom, compassion, and a heart for justice. May they seek solutions that honor life and provide care for the vulnerable. But above all, we ask that You would be the Great Physician in the lives of those who are suffering, bringing healing, comfort, and hope.
Now, we must address a matter of the heart. While we pray for financial relief, we also recognize that true peace and provision come only through a relationship with Jesus Christ. The Bible tells us in Philippians 4:19, "My God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus." But this promise is for those who are in Christ. If you have not yet surrendered your life to Him, we urge you to consider the words of John 14:6, where Jesus says, "I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me." Salvation is found in no other name, and it is only through Him that we have access to the Father’s provision, peace, and eternal life.
Let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You as a family in need, but also as children who trust in Your goodness. You know the weight of this debt, the sorrow of loss, and the anxiety over healthcare. We ask You to move mightily on behalf of this family. Provide for their needs according to Your riches in glory. Give them wisdom in their finances, favor in their work, and unexpected blessings that ease their burden. Lord, we also pray for the healthcare system—may Your hand guide those who shape it, and may Your healing touch rest upon those who are sick.
But above all, Father, we pray that this family would know You as their Provider, their Healer, and their Savior. If there is anyone among them who does not yet know Jesus, we ask that You would draw them to Yourself. May they experience the peace that surpasses all understanding, the provision that comes from Your hand, and the hope that is found only in Christ. We ask all these things in the mighty name of Jesus, Amen.
We encourage you to hold fast to God’s promises. Seek Him first in all things, and trust that He will add all these other things unto you (Matthew 6:33). If you are struggling with debt, consider seeking godly counsel on budgeting and financial stewardship. The Lord is faithful, and He will not abandon you in your time of need.