We hear the weight of your burden, and our hearts ache with you in this season of overwhelming struggle. Financial hardship can feel like a storm without end, but we stand with you in prayer, trusting that the Lord sees your distress and is already at work even when the path ahead seems impossible. The Bible tells us in Psalm 34:17-19, *"The righteous cry, and Yahweh hears, and delivers them out of all their troubles. Yahweh is near to those who have a broken heart, and saves those who have a crushed spirit. Many are the afflictions of the righteous, but Yahweh delivers him out of them all."* You are not forgotten, and your cry has reached the ears of the One who owns the cattle on a thousand hills (Psalm 50:10).
We also want to gently remind you that while bankruptcy and eviction may feel like the only options, we serve a God who is able to make a way where there seems to be no way. Proverbs 3:5-6 urges 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."* Your appointment with the lawyer is a wise step, but we encourage you to also seek the Lord’s guidance in prayer and through His Word. Ask Him to reveal any doors He may be opening that you haven’t yet considered—whether through provision, wisdom, or even unexpected help from others.
We must also address the spiritual battle beneath this trial. Financial stress can lead to despair, and the enemy would love nothing more than for you to believe that God has abandoned you. But Scripture declares in Romans 8:31-32, *"What then shall we say about these things? If God is for us, who can be against us? He who didn’t spare his own Son, but delivered him up for us all, how would he not also with him freely give us all things?"* Your worth is not defined by your debt or your circumstances. You are a child of the King, and He is your provider.
Now, let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You on behalf of our brother/sister who is carrying this heavy burden. Lord, You see the weight of their debt, the fear of eviction, and the sleepless nights. We ask that You would go before them in this appointment with the lawyer, granting them wisdom, clarity, and favor. Father, if there is a way to avoid bankruptcy and eviction that aligns with Your will, we ask that You make it clear. If not, we pray for Your peace to guard their heart and mind in Christ Jesus (Philippians 4:7).
Lord, we rebuke the spirit of fear and despair that has taken hold. We declare that You are their provider, their shield, and their strong tower (Proverbs 18:10). We ask that You open doors of opportunity—whether through employment, generosity from others, or creative solutions—that they may not have seen before. Father, we also pray for protection over their home. If it is Your will for them to keep it, we ask that You intervene in ways only You can. If You have another plan, we ask for the grace to trust You and the strength to walk through this transition.
We also pray for their faith to be strengthened. Remind them daily that You are with them, that You care for them, and that this trial is not the end of their story. Help them to cast their anxieties on You, for You care for them (1 Peter 5:7). Surround them with godly counsel and encouragement from Your people.
Father, we thank You that You are a God who hears, who sees, and who acts on behalf of Your children. We trust You to work all things together for good (Romans 8:28), even when the path is unclear. In the mighty name of Jesus, we pray. Amen.
In the days ahead, we encourage you to hold fast to God’s promises. Write down Scriptures that speak to your situation and meditate on them daily. Seek out a community of believers who can pray with you and offer support. And remember, the Lord is close to the brokenhearted—He has not left you to face this alone. We will continue to stand with you in prayer as you navigate this difficult season.
