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We understand how deeply discouraging this season must be for you, and we want you to know that your struggle is seen—not just by us, but by our Heavenly Father, who cares for you more than you could ever imagine. The weight of financial uncertainty and the exhaustion of searching without success can feel overwhelming, but we urge you to hold fast to the truth that God has not abandoned you. In fact, He is near to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit (Psalm 34:18). Your cry for help in Jesus’ name is precious to Him, and He hears you.
The Bible reminds us that our labor is not in vain when it is done for the Lord (1 Corinthians 15:58), and that includes the difficult work of seeking employment with integrity and perseverance. We are also told in Proverbs 16:3 to "commit your works to Yahweh, and your plans shall succeed." This doesn’t mean success will come instantly or in the way we expect, but it does mean that when we surrender our efforts to God, He will guide our steps. Even in this bleak season, He is preparing something for you—whether it’s a job, a lesson in trust, or an opportunity you haven’t yet imagined.
That said, we want to encourage you to examine your approach with a few practical and spiritual considerations. First, have you sought wisdom from God’s Word and from mature believers about how to navigate this season? Are there skills you could develop, networks you could expand, or even temporary work you could take on while waiting for the right opportunity? The Bible commends diligence: "The hand of the diligent ones shall rule, but laziness ends in slave labor" (Proverbs 12:24). This isn’t to imply you’re lazy—far from it—but to remind you that God often blesses our *faithful action*, not just our prayers alone.
We also want to gently ask: Have you surrendered this struggle *fully* to the Lord, or are you carrying the burden of anxiety and control? Jesus tells 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." This doesn’t mean we sit back and do nothing, but it *does* mean we prioritize our trust in God over our fear of lack. Have you been seeking His Kingdom first in this season—through prayer, worship, and serving others—even while you search for work?
Lastly, we want to remind you that disappointment, while painful, is not the end of your story. Joseph was sold into slavery and wrongly imprisoned before God exalted him (Genesis 50:20). David was anointed king but spent years fleeing from Saul before taking the throne. Even Jesus Himself was rejected and despised before His ultimate victory. Your current struggle does not define your future. God is able to open doors no man can shut (Revelation 3:8), and He can provide in ways that surpass your expectations.
Now, let us pray for you together:
Heavenly Father, we lift up our brother/sister to You, knowing that You are the God who provides, the God who sees, and the God who sustains. Lord, we ask that You would open doors of opportunity in the job market that no one can shut. Give wisdom and favor in every application, every interview, and every connection made. Where there has been disappointment, replace it with hope. Where there has been fear, replace it with faith. Remind our friend that their worth is not found in employment, but in being Your beloved child.
We rebuke the spirit of discouragement and bleakness that has tried to take root. By the power of the Holy Spirit, we declare that joy and expectation will rise up instead. Provide not just a job, Lord, but the *right* job—the one that aligns with Your will and purposes. If there are areas where our friend needs to grow in skill, discipline, or trust, reveal them and grant the strength to obey.
Most of all, Father, draw them closer to You in this season. Let them experience Your faithfulness in ways they never have before. We ask all this in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, our Provider and Redeemer. Amen.
Stand firm, dear one. Keep praying, keep seeking, and keep trusting. God has not forgotten you. "For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, says Yahweh, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you hope and a future" (Jeremiah 29:11). We are believing with you for breakthrough!
The Bible reminds us that our labor is not in vain when it is done for the Lord (1 Corinthians 15:58), and that includes the difficult work of seeking employment with integrity and perseverance. We are also told in Proverbs 16:3 to "commit your works to Yahweh, and your plans shall succeed." This doesn’t mean success will come instantly or in the way we expect, but it does mean that when we surrender our efforts to God, He will guide our steps. Even in this bleak season, He is preparing something for you—whether it’s a job, a lesson in trust, or an opportunity you haven’t yet imagined.
That said, we want to encourage you to examine your approach with a few practical and spiritual considerations. First, have you sought wisdom from God’s Word and from mature believers about how to navigate this season? Are there skills you could develop, networks you could expand, or even temporary work you could take on while waiting for the right opportunity? The Bible commends diligence: "The hand of the diligent ones shall rule, but laziness ends in slave labor" (Proverbs 12:24). This isn’t to imply you’re lazy—far from it—but to remind you that God often blesses our *faithful action*, not just our prayers alone.
We also want to gently ask: Have you surrendered this struggle *fully* to the Lord, or are you carrying the burden of anxiety and control? Jesus tells 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." This doesn’t mean we sit back and do nothing, but it *does* mean we prioritize our trust in God over our fear of lack. Have you been seeking His Kingdom first in this season—through prayer, worship, and serving others—even while you search for work?
Lastly, we want to remind you that disappointment, while painful, is not the end of your story. Joseph was sold into slavery and wrongly imprisoned before God exalted him (Genesis 50:20). David was anointed king but spent years fleeing from Saul before taking the throne. Even Jesus Himself was rejected and despised before His ultimate victory. Your current struggle does not define your future. God is able to open doors no man can shut (Revelation 3:8), and He can provide in ways that surpass your expectations.
Now, let us pray for you together:
Heavenly Father, we lift up our brother/sister to You, knowing that You are the God who provides, the God who sees, and the God who sustains. Lord, we ask that You would open doors of opportunity in the job market that no one can shut. Give wisdom and favor in every application, every interview, and every connection made. Where there has been disappointment, replace it with hope. Where there has been fear, replace it with faith. Remind our friend that their worth is not found in employment, but in being Your beloved child.
We rebuke the spirit of discouragement and bleakness that has tried to take root. By the power of the Holy Spirit, we declare that joy and expectation will rise up instead. Provide not just a job, Lord, but the *right* job—the one that aligns with Your will and purposes. If there are areas where our friend needs to grow in skill, discipline, or trust, reveal them and grant the strength to obey.
Most of all, Father, draw them closer to You in this season. Let them experience Your faithfulness in ways they never have before. We ask all this in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, our Provider and Redeemer. Amen.
Stand firm, dear one. Keep praying, keep seeking, and keep trusting. God has not forgotten you. "For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, says Yahweh, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you hope and a future" (Jeremiah 29:11). We are believing with you for breakthrough!
We've been thinking about you and your job search, and we want you to know that you're not alone in this. It's tough out there, and it's easy to feel disheartened when the job market seems bleak. But remember, God sees you, He knows your struggle, and He's right there with you.
We've been encouraged by your prayer, asking for a job in Jesus' name. That's powerful! The Bible tells us in Matthew 7:7-8, "Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you. For everyone who asks receives, and the one who seeks finds, and to the one who knocks it will be opened." Keep asking, keep seeking, and keep knocking. God hears your prayers.
We also want to encourage you to keep your eyes on Jesus. He's the author and finisher of our faith (Hebrews 12:2). He's been through tough times too, and He understands what you're going through. Trust in Him, even in the face of disappointment. As Psalm 34:18 tells us, "The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit."
Let's keep praying together. "Lord, we lift up our friend to You. We ask that You would open up job opportunities that no one can shut. Give them wisdom, favor, and hope. Help them to trust in You, even in the face of uncertainty. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."
Keep trusting, keep praying, and keep seeking. God hasn't forgotten you. He's got a plan, and He's working it out in your life.
We've been encouraged by your prayer, asking for a job in Jesus' name. That's powerful! The Bible tells us in Matthew 7:7-8, "Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you. For everyone who asks receives, and the one who seeks finds, and to the one who knocks it will be opened." Keep asking, keep seeking, and keep knocking. God hears your prayers.
We also want to encourage you to keep your eyes on Jesus. He's the author and finisher of our faith (Hebrews 12:2). He's been through tough times too, and He understands what you're going through. Trust in Him, even in the face of disappointment. As Psalm 34:18 tells us, "The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit."
Let's keep praying together. "Lord, we lift up our friend to You. We ask that You would open up job opportunities that no one can shut. Give them wisdom, favor, and hope. Help them to trust in You, even in the face of uncertainty. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."
Keep trusting, keep praying, and keep seeking. God hasn't forgotten you. He's got a plan, and He's working it out in your life.
Gwoispeermere
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Praying for this request in Jesus Name. Amen.
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
Healed Spirit Soul And Body
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We want you to know how deeply we’ve been lifting your struggle before the Lord these past days. Every time we gathered, we held your need for work at the throne of grace, asking our Heavenly Father to open doors no man can shut and to provide the right opportunity in His perfect timing. The job market feels overwhelming, and we understand how discouragement can weigh heavy on your heart, but we’re standing with you, believing that God hears your cry and sees your faithfulness.
If the Lord has already answered this prayer and placed you in a job, we would love to celebrate that victory with you—please share your praise so we can rejoice together! If you’re still waiting, don’t lose hope. We encourage you to post this request again so we can continue praying specifically for the right position, favor with employers, and peace in the waiting. Remember, God is your provider, and He hasn’t forgotten you.
May He strengthen your faith, renew your hope, and lead you to the work He has prepared for you. Keep seeking Him, trusting Him, and leaning on His promises. We’ll keep standing in agreement with you until His answer comes.
In Jesus’ Name, we pray. Amen.
If the Lord has already answered this prayer and placed you in a job, we would love to celebrate that victory with you—please share your praise so we can rejoice together! If you’re still waiting, don’t lose hope. We encourage you to post this request again so we can continue praying specifically for the right position, favor with employers, and peace in the waiting. Remember, God is your provider, and He hasn’t forgotten you.
May He strengthen your faith, renew your hope, and lead you to the work He has prepared for you. Keep seeking Him, trusting Him, and leaning on His promises. We’ll keep standing in agreement with you until His answer comes.
In Jesus’ Name, we pray. Amen.
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