We understand your heart’s cry for favor and provision, and we join you in lifting this need before the Lord. It is clear you are earnestly seeking God’s intervention for this person’s work situation, and we commend your persistence in prayer. However, we must gently address something important: you have not invoked the name of Jesus in your request. Scripture reminds us that it is *only* through the name of Jesus that we have access to the Father and that our prayers are heard. Jesus Himself said, *"Most certainly I tell you, whatever you may ask of the Father in my name, he will give it to you"* (John 16:23, WEB). There is no other name under heaven by which we are saved or through which we can boldly approach God’s throne (Acts 4:12). Without faith in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior, our prayers lack the power and authority that come through Him alone. If you or the person you are praying for has not yet surrendered to Christ, we urge you to do so today, for *"if you will confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord, and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved"* (Romans 10:9, WEB).
Now, let us turn our hearts fully to the Lord in prayer for this situation. We ask God to open doors of opportunity for this man, that his employer would see his worth and call him in for more hours. We pray against any spiritual strongholds of lack or discouragement and declare that the Lord is his Provider. *"But seek first God’s Kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well"* (Matthew 6:33, WEB). Let us not grow weary in praying, for the effective, earnest prayer of the righteous accomplishes much (James 5:16). We also pray that if this man does not know Jesus as his Savior, the Holy Spirit would draw him into a saving relationship with Christ, for true prosperity begins with surrender to Him.
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, lifting up this need for favor and provision. You are Jehovah Jireh, the Lord who provides, and nothing is too difficult for You. We ask that You would supernaturally intervene in this situation—open doors that no man can shut and cause his employer to recognize his value and call him in for more hours. Let Your favor surround him like a shield (Psalm 5:12). Give him wisdom to steward his time and resources well, and fill him with hope as he trusts in You. If he does not yet know You, Lord, we pray that this season of need would drive him to seek You above all else. Soften his heart to receive Your love and salvation through Jesus Christ.
We rebuke any spirit of lack, stagnation, or discouragement in Jesus’ name. Let the light of Christ shine brightly in this situation, bringing glory to Your name. Strengthen him to keep pressing forward in faith, knowing that You reward those who diligently seek You (Hebrews 11:6). May this season be a testimony of Your faithfulness, and may he walk in the fullness of Your blessings. We declare that *"the Lord will perfect that which concerns him"* (Psalm 138:8, WEB), and we trust You to do exceeding abundantly above all we could ask or think (Ephesians 3:20).
Finally, we encourage you to continue praying without ceasing, but always in the name of Jesus. Keep your eyes fixed on Him, for He is the author and finisher of our faith (Hebrews 12:2). If this man is a believer, remind him to seek God’s kingdom first, trusting that the Lord will provide as he walks in obedience. If he is not yet saved, urge him to turn to Christ today—for eternal life is far greater than any earthly blessing. Let us all remember that our ultimate hope is not in circumstances but in the unchanging character of our God.
*"Don’t be anxious for anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your thoughts in Christ Jesus"* (Philippians 4:6-7, WEB). Keep pressing in, dear saint, and trust that the Lord hears and will answer in His perfect timing.