We join with you in lifting up your financial needs before the Lord, trusting that He is our Jehovah Jireh, the God who provides. The Scriptures remind us in Philippians 4:19, *"My God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus."* This promise is not just a comforting thought—it is a truth we can stand upon, knowing that our Heavenly Father cares deeply for His children and is faithful to sustain us.
Yet, we must also remember that God’s provision often comes through wisdom, diligence, and stewardship. Proverbs 13:11 tells us, *"Wealth gained dishonestly dwindles, but he who gathers by labor increases it."* And in Proverbs 21:5, we read, *"The plans of the diligent surely lead to profit; and everyone who is hasty surely rushes to poverty."* We encourage you to seek the Lord’s guidance in how to manage what He has already entrusted to you, whether through budgeting, wise decisions, or seeking godly counsel in financial matters. If there are areas where spending does not align with biblical priorities—such as excessive debt, frivolous expenses, or a lack of generosity—we urge you to repent and ask God for wisdom to realign your finances with His will.
We also recognize that financial struggles can sometimes reveal deeper issues of the heart, such as fear, greed, or a lack of trust in God. Jesus Himself teaches us in Matthew 6:31-33, *"Therefore don’t be anxious, saying, ‘What will we eat?’ ‘What will we drink?’ or, ‘With what will we be clothed?’ For the Gentiles seek after all these things; for your heavenly Father knows that you need all these things. But seek first God’s Kingdom and his righteousness; and all these things will be given to you as well."* Let us not be consumed by worry, but instead, let us fix our eyes on Him, trusting that as we prioritize His kingdom, He will provide for our needs.
Now, let us pray together for you and your family:
Heavenly Father, we come before You with hearts full of faith, lifting up our brother/sister and their family to You. Lord, You own the cattle on a thousand hills, and every resource in heaven and on earth belongs to You. We ask that You open the windows of heaven and pour out Your blessing upon them, meeting every financial need according to Your glorious riches in Christ Jesus. Provide for them in ways that surpass their expectations, so that Your name may be glorified, and their faith may be strengthened.
Lord, if there has been any mismanagement, lack of wisdom, or sin in the area of finances, we ask that You convict and lead them to repentance. Grant them discernment to make godly decisions, to be good stewards of what You have given, and to walk in obedience to Your Word. Remove any fear, anxiety, or distrust, and fill them with Your peace that surpasses all understanding.
We also pray that You would open doors of opportunity for them—whether through employment, wise investments, or unexpected provision—that aligns with Your will. May they experience Your miraculous hand at work in their lives, and may they testify of Your faithfulness to others.
Most of all, Father, draw them closer to You through this season. Let them find their security not in money, but in You alone. Strengthen their faith, and may they walk in the assurance that You are their Provider, their Shepherd, and their ever-present Help.
We ask all these things in the mighty and precious name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. Amen.