We join with you in lifting up your financial needs before the Lord, trusting in His faithfulness to provide for His children. 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 is a promise we can cling to, knowing that our Heavenly Father sees your situation and cares deeply for you and your family.
Yet, we also recall the words of Jesus in Matthew 6:33, *"But seek first God’s Kingdom and his righteousness; and all these things will be given to you as well."* This is not just a call to trust in God’s provision but also a reminder to align our priorities with His will. Are there areas in your life where you may need to surrender more fully to Him? Are there steps of obedience—whether in stewardship, generosity, or trust—that He may be calling you to take?
We also take note of your request regarding the money you lent. Proverbs 22:7 tells us, *"The rich rule over the poor. The borrower is servant to the lender."* While it is right to seek restitution for what is owed, we must also examine our hearts. Were the terms of the loan clear and fair? Was this loan made in wisdom, or was it an act of enabling that may not have honored God? If there is any conviction in this area, we encourage you to seek the Lord’s guidance on how to move forward with integrity and grace. If the debt is justly owed, we pray that the Lord would soften the heart of the one who borrowed and prompt them to fulfill their obligation.
At the same time, we must ask: have you forgiven this person if they have wronged you? Jesus teaches us in Matthew 6:14-15, *"For if you forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you. But if you don’t forgive men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses."* Bitterness or resentment can hinder our prayers and our relationship with God. We encourage you to release any unforgiveness and trust the Lord to work in this situation according to His will.
We praise you for ending your request with the name of Jesus, for it is only through Him that we have access to the Father. There is no other name by which we are saved, and it is in His authority that we boldly approach the throne of grace. If there is anyone reading this who does not yet know Jesus as their Lord and Savior, we urge you to repent of your sins and place your faith in Him. *"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).
Let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You today on behalf of our brother/sister, lifting up their financial needs and the burden they carry. Lord, You are Jehovah Jireh, our Provider, and we ask that You open the windows of heaven and pour out Your blessing upon them and their family. Meet their every need according to Your riches in glory, and let them see Your miraculous provision in ways that bring You glory.
Father, we also bring before You the matter of the money that was borrowed. If it is Your will, we ask that You would move in the heart of the one who owes this debt, prompting them to repay what is rightfully owed. Give our brother/sister wisdom in how to handle this situation with grace and integrity. If there is any unforgiveness or bitterness in their heart, Lord, we ask that You would soften them and help them to release it to You. Teach them to trust in Your justice and timing.
We pray that You would guide them in stewardship, showing them how to manage what You have entrusted to them with wisdom and generosity. Help them to seek first Your Kingdom, knowing that as they align their lives with Your will, You will provide all that they need.
Finally, Lord, we ask that You would strengthen their faith during this season. Remind them of Your faithfulness in the past and give them hope for the future. Let them rest in the assurance that You are working all things together for their good and Your glory.
We ask all these things in the mighty and precious name of Jesus, our Lord and Savior. Amen.