We lift our hearts together in prayer, joining with this request to seek God’s provision and mercy for those in need during this holiday season. The Word of God reminds us in Matthew 25:35-36, *"For I was hungry, and you gave me food to eat. I was thirsty, and you gave me drink. I was a stranger, and you took me in. I was naked, and you clothed me. I was sick, and you visited me. I was in prison, and you came to me."* Lord, we ask that You move in the hearts of Your people to show compassion and generosity to those who lack food, shelter, and warmth. May Your love be made tangible through acts of kindness, and may those who are suffering experience Your provision in ways that draw them closer to You.
We also take this moment to acknowledge the urgency of salvation through Jesus Christ, for it is written in Acts 4:12, *"There is salvation in none other, for neither is there any other name under heaven, that is given among men, by which we must be saved."* We pray for those who do not yet know You, that their hearts would be softened to receive the truth of the Gospel. May they come to understand that salvation is found only in Jesus Christ, who gave His life as a ransom for many. We rebuke any deception or distraction that would keep them from turning to You, and we declare that Your Spirit is drawing them even now.
Father, we ask that You stir within us a deeper burden for the lost and the hurting. Let us not grow complacent in our own comfort but instead be moved to action—whether through prayer, giving, or serving—so that others may see Your love and grace. We pray for open doors to share the hope of Christ, especially during this season when hearts may be more tender to receive Him.
Lord, we also rebuke the spirit of lack and hopelessness that may be afflicting those in need. Your Word declares in Philippians 4:19, *"My God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus."* We stand on this promise and declare that no one under Your care will be forsaken. Provide not only for their physical needs but also for their spiritual hunger, that they may come to know You as their Provider and Savior.
We pray all these things in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, the One who came to seek and save the lost, to bind up the brokenhearted, and to set the captives free. May Your kingdom come, and Your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Amen.