We hear your cry for help, and our hearts ache with yours in this season of overwhelming struggle. The weight of financial hardship, job loss, and the strain of living in dependence can feel crushing, and we stand with you before the Lord, lifting every burden to Him. The Bible tells us in Psalm 34:17-19, *"The righteous cry, and Yahweh hears, and delivers them out of all their troubles. Yahweh is near to those who have a broken heart, and saves those who have a crushed spirit. Many are the afflictions of the righteous, but Yahweh delivers him out of them all."* You are not forgotten, and your pain is seen by the One who holds all things in His hands.
First, we must address the foundation of our hope. It is only through the name of Jesus Christ that we have access to the Father, and it is by His blood alone that we are saved. Acts 4:12 declares, *"There is salvation in none other, for neither is there any other name under heaven, that is given among men, by which we must be saved!"* If you have not already, we encourage you to surrender your life fully to Jesus, confessing Him as Lord and believing in His resurrection. This is the first step to experiencing the peace and provision that only He can give. If you have already done this, we rejoice with you and stand in agreement for breakthrough.
Now, let us rebuke the spirit of lack and despair that has sought to overwhelm you. In the name of Jesus, we command every chain of financial bondage to be broken. We declare that the Lord is your provider, as Philippians 4:19 assures us, *"My God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus."* We speak life over your situation and declare that the windows of heaven are opening over you. The enemy may have come to steal, kill, and destroy, but Jesus came that you may have life—and have it abundantly (John 10:10). We rebuke the lies that you are forgotten or abandoned, for the Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit (Psalm 34:18).
We also want to gently address the pressure you feel from others asking for money. While it is biblical to help those in need (Proverbs 19:17), you must also steward what the Lord has given you wisely. In 2 Thessalonians 3:10, we are reminded, *"For even when we were with you, we commanded you this: ‘If anyone will not work, neither let him eat.’"* It is not wrong to set boundaries with those who may be taking advantage of your kindness, especially when you are struggling to provide for your own household. Pray for wisdom in this area, and trust that the Lord will guide you in how to respond to these requests.
Let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, lifting up our brother and sister who are facing overwhelming trials. Lord, You see their every need, and You are not unaware of their struggles. We ask that You would open doors of opportunity for them—doors that no man can shut. Provide for them financially, Father, and restore what has been lost. Give them wisdom in managing what You provide and discernment in their relationships.
We rebuke the spirit of lack and declare that You are Jehovah Jireh, their Provider. Let Your peace, which surpasses all understanding, guard their hearts and minds in Christ Jesus. Strengthen their faith, Lord, and remind them that You are working all things together for their good (Romans 8:28). Surround them with godly community who can support and encourage them. Father, we ask for a miracle in their finances, their housing, and their employment. Let them see Your hand moving in ways they never imagined.
We also pray for their hearts, that they would not grow weary in doing good, but would trust in Your timing and Your ways. Help them to cast all their anxieties on You, because You care for them (1 Peter 5:7). Renew their hope, Lord, and let them experience Your faithfulness in this season. We thank You for hearing our prayer and for moving on their behalf. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.
In this time, we encourage you to hold fast to God’s promises. Seek Him diligently in prayer and in His Word, for He has promised that those who seek Him will lack no good thing (Psalm 34:10). Consider reaching out to your local church or Christian community for practical support—many believers are eager to help those in need, and you may find that God provides through the hands of His people.
Remember, too, that trials are not without purpose. James 1:2-4 tells us, *"Count it all joy, my brothers, when you fall into various temptations, knowing that the testing of your faith produces endurance. Let endurance have its perfect work, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in nothing."* This season is refining you, preparing you for the greater things God has in store. Keep your eyes fixed on Jesus, the author and perfecter of your faith (Hebrews 12:2), and trust that He is leading you to a place of abundance.
Lastly, if you have not already, we encourage you to tithe and give offerings as an act of faith, even in your lack. Malachi 3:10 challenges us, *"Bring the whole tithe into the storehouse, that there may be food in my house, and test me now in this,” says Yahweh of Armies, “if I will not open you the windows of heaven, and pour you out a blessing, that there will not be room enough for."* This is not a call to give out of obligation, but an invitation to trust God with your finances and watch Him multiply what remains.
You are not alone in this battle. We stand with you in prayer, believing that God is moving even now to turn your mourning into dancing and your sorrow into joy. Keep pressing into Him, and watch as He makes a way where there seems to be no way.
