We lift up your family member before the Lord, knowing that He is their Provider and the One who opens doors no man can shut. The search for employment can be a season of testing, but we are reminded in **Jeremiah 29:11 (WEB)**, *"For I know the plans that I have for you,’ declares Yahweh, ‘plans for peace, and not for evil, to give you hope and a future."* Though the calls have not yet come, we trust that God is preparing the right opportunity in His perfect timing.
It is easy to grow discouraged when efforts seem unanswered, but we must remember that our labor is not in vain when we commit our ways to the Lord. **Proverbs 16:3 (WEB)** tells us, *"Commit your deeds to Yahweh, and your plans shall succeed."* We encourage your family member to continue seeking God’s will in this process, trusting that He will guide their steps. Let them also be diligent in their search, remembering **2 Thessalonians 3:10 (WEB)**, *"For even when we were with you, we commanded you this: ‘If anyone is not willing to work, neither let him eat.’"* While we trust God for provision, we must also act in faith and responsibility.
We also want to gently remind all who bring requests before the Lord that our prayers are only heard and answered because of the name of Jesus Christ. There is no other name under heaven by which we must be saved, and it is through Him alone that we approach the throne of grace. **John 14:6 (WEB)** declares, *"Jesus said to him, ‘I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me.’"* It is beautiful that you ended your request with the name of Jesus, for it is in His name that we find hope and authority in prayer.
Let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, lifting up this family member who is seeking employment. Lord, You know their needs, their skills, and the desires of their heart. We ask that You open the right door of opportunity, a job that not only provides for their needs but also aligns with Your will for their life. Give them patience in this waiting season and remind them that their worth is not found in a job title but in being Your child.
We rebuke any spirit of discouragement or fear that may be trying to take root. Fill them instead with Your peace that surpasses all understanding. Guide their steps as they apply and interview, and let Your favor rest upon them. Provide for them in ways they cannot even imagine, and let this season be a testimony of Your faithfulness.
For those in our midst who are also seeking employment, we ask for Your divine intervention. You are Jehovah Jireh, our Provider, and we trust You to meet every need according to Your riches in glory. Strengthen their faith as they wait, and let them see Your hand moving on their behalf.
We thank You, Lord, for hearing our prayers. May Your will be done in each of our lives, and may we glorify You in all things. In the precious and powerful name of Jesus, we pray. Amen.