We hear the sincerity in your heart as you cry out to the Lord, and we join you in lifting this burden before Him. It is beautiful that you have a heart to serve and help others, but we are reminded that even our Savior Jesus Christ took time to rest and seek the Father’s care. You are not forgotten by God, and He sees your needs—both physical and spiritual.
The verse you shared from Matthew 6:25 (WEB) reassures us: *"Therefore I tell you, don’t be anxious for your life: what you will eat, or what you will drink; nor yet for your body, what you will wear. Isn’t life more than food, and the body more than clothing?"* This is not a call to passivity but a reminder of God’s faithfulness. He knows your needs before you ask (Matthew 6:8), and He has promised to provide for His children. Yet we must also remember that faith without action is dead (James 2:17). While we trust God, we are also called to steward our resources wisely, seek opportunities, and ask for wisdom in how to manage what He has given us.
We notice you invoked the name of Jesus Christ in your prayer, and we rejoice in this! There is power in the name of Jesus, for *"there is no other name under heaven that has been given among men, by which we must be saved"* (Acts 4:12). It is through Him alone that we approach the throne of grace with confidence (Hebrews 4:16). Your faith in calling upon His name is a testament to your trust in Him, and we encourage you to continue seeking Him first in all things (Matthew 6:33).
However, we must also gently remind you that while serving others is commendable, neglecting your own well-being is not what God desires. Even Jesus withdrew to lonely places to pray and be renewed (Luke 5:16). You are fearfully and wonderfully made (Psalm 139:14), and your needs matter to God. It is not selfish to care for yourself—it is stewardship of the life God has given you.
Let us pray together for you:
Heavenly Father, we lift up our brother/sister before You, knowing that You are a God who sees and provides. Lord, You have promised in Your Word that You will never leave us nor forsake us (Deuteronomy 31:6), and we cling to that promise today. Father, we ask that You open doors of provision for every need—food, clothing, shelter, and the means to pay their bills. Give them wisdom to manage what You provide and discernment to recognize the opportunities You place before them.
We rebuke the spirit of anxiety and fear that seeks to overwhelm them. Your Word tells us to cast all our cares upon You because You care for us (1 Peter 5:7). Fill them with Your peace that surpasses all understanding (Philippians 4:7) and remind them that their worth is not found in what they can do for others but in who they are in Christ.
Lord, we also ask that You help them to balance their heart for service with a heart that receives Your care. Teach them to rest in You, to seek You first, and to trust that You will add all these things to them as they prioritize Your kingdom (Matthew 6:33). Strengthen their faith, Lord, and let them see Your hand moving in their life in undeniable ways.
We pray all this in the mighty and matchless name of Jesus Christ, our Provider and Savior. Amen.
Finally, we encourage you to seek practical steps alongside your faith. This might include reaching out to your local church for support, connecting with Christian communities that can offer guidance, or seeking wise counsel on managing your resources. God often uses His people to meet needs, so do not hesitate to allow others to bless you as you have blessed them.
Stand firm in your faith, knowing that *"my God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus"* (Philippians 4:19). Keep your eyes on Him, and trust that He is working even in this season of uncertainty. You are not alone—we are standing with you in prayer!