I’m at a loss
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We hear the deep weariness in your words, and we lift you up before the Lord with heavy hearts. The struggle of job searching can feel like an unending battle, and the weight of discouragement can make even the strongest faith waver. But we want to remind you that our God is the God of miracles, the One who parts seas, provides manna in the wilderness, and raises the dead to life. He is not limited by your circumstances, and He sees your exhaustion, your effort, and your need.
First, we must address the despair in your words—*"I give up"* and *"I’ll just have to be destitute."* Scripture tells us in Philippians 4:19, *"My God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus."* To surrender to hopelessness is to doubt the very nature of God as our Provider. We rebuke that spirit of despair in Jesus’ name! The enemy wants you to believe that God has abandoned you, but we declare that He is working even now, behind the scenes, preparing a way where there seems to be no way.
You mentioned praying in Jesus’ name, and we thank God for that. There is power in the name of Jesus—*"For there is no other name under heaven given among men by which we must be saved"* (Acts 4:12). It is only through Him that we have access to the Father, and it is only by His strength that we can persevere. But we must also remember that faith without works is dead (James 2:17). While we trust God for a miracle, we must also continue to act in obedience—whether that means refining your resume, seeking counsel, or even considering opportunities you may have overlooked.
We also want to gently challenge the idea of giving up. Proverbs 3:5-6 says, *"Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and don’t lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight."* Giving up on the search does not align with trusting God’s timing or His provision. Even when Elijah was exhausted and wanted to die, God sent an angel to strengthen him and gave him a new assignment (1 Kings 19). You are not alone in this battle, and God has not forgotten you.
Let us pray for you now:
*"Heavenly Father, we come before You on behalf of our brother/sister who is weary and discouraged. Lord, You see the weight they carry, the sleepless nights, and the countless applications submitted in faith. We ask for a miracle, Father—a breakthrough that only You can provide. Strengthen their faith, Lord, and remind them that You are their Provider. We rebuke the spirit of despair and declare that hope is not lost. Renew their motivation, Father, and open doors that no man can shut. Give them wisdom in their search and favor with those who can help. Remind them that You are working even when they cannot see it. We trust in Your timing and Your goodness, Lord. In Jesus’ mighty name, we pray. Amen."*
We encourage you to hold fast to God’s promises. Psalm 37:25 says, *"I have been young, and now am old, yet I have not seen the righteous forsaken, nor his children begging for bread."* You are not forsaken. Keep seeking the Lord, keep pressing forward, and trust that He will make a way. If you need practical help—resume tips, networking advice, or even temporary work—do not hesitate to ask. We are here to support you in prayer and encouragement.
Do not lose heart. The same God who fed the five thousand with five loaves and two fish can multiply your efforts and provide for your needs. Keep your eyes on Him, and do not grow weary in doing good (Galatians 6:9). Your breakthrough is coming.
First, we must address the despair in your words—*"I give up"* and *"I’ll just have to be destitute."* Scripture tells us in Philippians 4:19, *"My God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus."* To surrender to hopelessness is to doubt the very nature of God as our Provider. We rebuke that spirit of despair in Jesus’ name! The enemy wants you to believe that God has abandoned you, but we declare that He is working even now, behind the scenes, preparing a way where there seems to be no way.
You mentioned praying in Jesus’ name, and we thank God for that. There is power in the name of Jesus—*"For there is no other name under heaven given among men by which we must be saved"* (Acts 4:12). It is only through Him that we have access to the Father, and it is only by His strength that we can persevere. But we must also remember that faith without works is dead (James 2:17). While we trust God for a miracle, we must also continue to act in obedience—whether that means refining your resume, seeking counsel, or even considering opportunities you may have overlooked.
We also want to gently challenge the idea of giving up. Proverbs 3:5-6 says, *"Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and don’t lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight."* Giving up on the search does not align with trusting God’s timing or His provision. Even when Elijah was exhausted and wanted to die, God sent an angel to strengthen him and gave him a new assignment (1 Kings 19). You are not alone in this battle, and God has not forgotten you.
Let us pray for you now:
*"Heavenly Father, we come before You on behalf of our brother/sister who is weary and discouraged. Lord, You see the weight they carry, the sleepless nights, and the countless applications submitted in faith. We ask for a miracle, Father—a breakthrough that only You can provide. Strengthen their faith, Lord, and remind them that You are their Provider. We rebuke the spirit of despair and declare that hope is not lost. Renew their motivation, Father, and open doors that no man can shut. Give them wisdom in their search and favor with those who can help. Remind them that You are working even when they cannot see it. We trust in Your timing and Your goodness, Lord. In Jesus’ mighty name, we pray. Amen."*
We encourage you to hold fast to God’s promises. Psalm 37:25 says, *"I have been young, and now am old, yet I have not seen the righteous forsaken, nor his children begging for bread."* You are not forsaken. Keep seeking the Lord, keep pressing forward, and trust that He will make a way. If you need practical help—resume tips, networking advice, or even temporary work—do not hesitate to ask. We are here to support you in prayer and encouragement.
Do not lose heart. The same God who fed the five thousand with five loaves and two fish can multiply your efforts and provide for your needs. Keep your eyes on Him, and do not grow weary in doing good (Galatians 6:9). Your breakthrough is coming.
We're right there with you, friend, in this job search journey. It's tough, we know, but remember, God sees your efforts and hears your prayers. Just like He told Paul, "My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness" (2 Corinthians 12:9), He wants you to know that He's got this.
We've been where you are, feeling the weight of countless applications and the discouragement that follows. But we've also seen God move mountains and open doors when we least expected it. Keep knocking, keep seeking, and keep believing (Matthew 7:7-8).
Let's claim these promises together: "The Lord will open the heavens, the storehouse of his bounty, to send rain on your land in season and to bless all the work of your hands" (Deuteronomy 28:12). "For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future" (Jeremiah 29:11).
We're praying for you, that God would renew your strength, give you wisdom, and open the right doors. And we're here for you, ready to support you in any way we can. Keep your eyes on Jesus, and remember, He's fighting for you. Your breakthrough is on the way!
We've been where you are, feeling the weight of countless applications and the discouragement that follows. But we've also seen God move mountains and open doors when we least expected it. Keep knocking, keep seeking, and keep believing (Matthew 7:7-8).
Let's claim these promises together: "The Lord will open the heavens, the storehouse of his bounty, to send rain on your land in season and to bless all the work of your hands" (Deuteronomy 28:12). "For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future" (Jeremiah 29:11).
We're praying for you, that God would renew your strength, give you wisdom, and open the right doors. And we're here for you, ready to support you in any way we can. Keep your eyes on Jesus, and remember, He's fighting for you. Your breakthrough is on the way!
Cinu
Beloved of All
Lord, we pray for this prayer and family for blessings healing and salvation. Heal and bless. May their lives be a praise and glory unto thee.
Come to the Lord's holy presence. Seek him with all your heart. Cling to his Word and meditate on it moment by moment by positive thoughts and joy in the heart (James 1:2-4), knowing that the Lord is good and to him be all the praise. Seek first God's kingdom and his righteousness (Matthew 6:33). Even though life may feel hard, the Lord's hand will be on you, and he will answer in his time. I am praying for you. Amen.
Some resources that might help.
Needs: - But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19(KJV)
Salvation: - So they said "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and you will be saved you and your household." Acts 16:31(NKJV)
Healing: - But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, And by His stripes we are healed. Isaiah 53:5(NKJV)
Fulfillment by the Holy Spirit: - Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts. Zechariah 4:6(KJV)
Persecutions: - But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you, Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you. Luke 6:27-28(KJV)
Help in Prayer
Dwelling and Thriving in God’s grace where everything happens for good (Romans 8:28)
Pray that the Lord may open the eyes of the nations affected by coronavirus (Specifically forces against God’s people)
sermons
Be a Prayer Warrior: “Praying for others”
Come to the Lord's holy presence. Seek him with all your heart. Cling to his Word and meditate on it moment by moment by positive thoughts and joy in the heart (James 1:2-4), knowing that the Lord is good and to him be all the praise. Seek first God's kingdom and his righteousness (Matthew 6:33). Even though life may feel hard, the Lord's hand will be on you, and he will answer in his time. I am praying for you. Amen.
Some resources that might help.
Needs: - But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19(KJV)
Salvation: - So they said "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and you will be saved you and your household." Acts 16:31(NKJV)
Healing: - But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, And by His stripes we are healed. Isaiah 53:5(NKJV)
Fulfillment by the Holy Spirit: - Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts. Zechariah 4:6(KJV)
Persecutions: - But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you, Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you. Luke 6:27-28(KJV)
Help in Prayer
Dwelling and Thriving in God’s grace where everything happens for good (Romans 8:28)
Pray that the Lord may open the eyes of the nations affected by coronavirus (Specifically forces against God’s people)
sermons
Be a Prayer Warrior: “Praying for others”
The Encourager
The Encourager
I prayed that God in Jesus' name will answer your prayer request according to God's perfect love, wisdom, will, timing, grace, and mercy. God Loves You. Thank You Jesus!!!
Psalm 37:4: Delight yourself in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart.
Matthew 6:33: But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.
Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name please bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. God bless me to prosper, walk in excellent health, and never stop growing in the love, grace, and knowledge of Christ Jesus. God bless me to know You in truth, fall in love with You with all my heart, mind, soul, body, and strength and never fall out of love with You. Bless me to have an ever growing closer stronger, more intimate relationship with You. Bless me with the love, desire, strength, and the spirit of obedience to always delight myself in You, seek first Your kingdom, Your righteousness, and to always respect and obey You. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, acknowledge You in all my ways, and lean not to my own understanding.
God heal me in every area of my life. Deliver and cleanse me of everything in my life that doesn't honor You. Transform and renew my mind. Bless me with love, power, and a sound mind. Let the mind that is in Christ Jesus be in me. Bless me to have and operate with a God solution focused heart, mind, spirit, and attitude. Bless me to have a God Kingdom Culture Mentality. God be with me as a mighty warrior. Let no weapon formed against me prosper. Protect me from all the plans of my enemies and the plans of the enemy of my soul. God, all that I have asked of You, in this prayer, please do the same for the writer of the prayer, all those who love and care about me, and all those I love and care about. God, please forever honor this prayer over each of our lives. God Thank You. Amen, so be it by faith, and by faith, it is so. Prayer written by The Encourager-Prayer Warrior-Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach. www.theencourager.net
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Psalm 37:4: Delight yourself in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart.
Matthew 6:33: But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.
Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name please bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. God bless me to prosper, walk in excellent health, and never stop growing in the love, grace, and knowledge of Christ Jesus. God bless me to know You in truth, fall in love with You with all my heart, mind, soul, body, and strength and never fall out of love with You. Bless me to have an ever growing closer stronger, more intimate relationship with You. Bless me with the love, desire, strength, and the spirit of obedience to always delight myself in You, seek first Your kingdom, Your righteousness, and to always respect and obey You. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, acknowledge You in all my ways, and lean not to my own understanding.God heal me in every area of my life. Deliver and cleanse me of everything in my life that doesn't honor You. Transform and renew my mind. Bless me with love, power, and a sound mind. Let the mind that is in Christ Jesus be in me. Bless me to have and operate with a God solution focused heart, mind, spirit, and attitude. Bless me to have a God Kingdom Culture Mentality. God be with me as a mighty warrior. Let no weapon formed against me prosper. Protect me from all the plans of my enemies and the plans of the enemy of my soul. God, all that I have asked of You, in this prayer, please do the same for the writer of the prayer, all those who love and care about me, and all those I love and care about. God, please forever honor this prayer over each of our lives. God Thank You. Amen, so be it by faith, and by faith, it is so. Prayer written by The Encourager-Prayer Warrior-Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach. www.theencourager.net
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