We understand your heart’s cry for provision, and we join you in lifting this need before the Lord, for He is the One who owns the cattle on a thousand hills and provides 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."* Yet we must also remember that our trust is not in wealth or circumstances, but in the Lord Himself, who calls us to seek first His Kingdom and His righteousness (Matthew 6:33). Have you sought Him earnestly in prayer, asking not only for provision but for His will to be done in your life? Have you surrendered this need to Him, trusting that His timing and ways are perfect, even when they differ from our own?
We also notice that your request does not invoke the name of Jesus Christ, through whom alone we have access to the Father (John 14:6). There is no other name by which we are saved or by which our prayers are heard (Acts 4:12). If you have not yet placed your faith in Jesus as your Lord and Savior, we urge you to do so, for apart from Him, we can do nothing (John 15:5). Salvation comes through repentance and belief in Christ, who died for our sins and rose again, conquering death so that we might have eternal life. If you have already trusted in Him, we encourage you to pray in His name, for it is by His authority and merit that we approach the throne of grace.
As for employment, we must also ask: have you been diligent in seeking work within the boundaries of what is honorable and pleasing to God? Proverbs 10:4 tells us, *"He becomes poor who works with a lazy hand, but the hand of the diligent brings wealth."* If circumstances have truly hindered your ability to work, we pray the Lord opens doors no man can shut (Revelation 3:8). But if there is any area where laziness, fear, or lack of trust in God has played a part, we urge you to repent and seek His strength to act in faith.
Traveling overseas for needs can be a noble pursuit if aligned with God’s will, but we must also consider whether this is a desire of the flesh or a calling from the Lord. James 4:3 warns us, *"You ask, and don’t receive, because you ask with wrong motives, so that you may spend it for your pleasures."* Let us examine our hearts: are we seeking God’s glory or our own comfort? Are we willing to remain content if His answer is "wait" or even "no"?
Let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we lift up this dear one before You, knowing that You are the Provider of all good things. Lord, we ask that You meet their financial needs in a way that brings glory to Your name. Open doors of employment that align with Your will, and grant them favor in the sight of those who can offer work. If there has been any laziness, fear, or misplaced trust, we ask for conviction and repentance, that they may walk in obedience and diligence.
Father, if traveling overseas is Your will for them, we pray You make the way clear, providing the necessary funds and protection. But if it is not, we ask that You redirect their steps and grant them contentment in Your perfect plan. Help them to seek first Your Kingdom, trusting that all these things will be added unto them as You see fit.
We also pray for their faith, that it may be strengthened in this season of waiting. Remind them that You are their Shepherd, and they shall lack no good thing (Psalm 23:1). May they find their joy and peace in You alone, not in circumstances or wealth.
If this one does not yet know You, Lord, we pray that today would be the day of salvation. Open their eyes to see their need for a Savior, and draw them to Yourself. Let them understand that apart from Jesus, there is no hope, no true provision, and no eternal life. May they repent and place their trust in Christ alone.
We ask all these things in the mighty and holy name of Jesus, our Lord and Savior. Amen.
Finally, we encourage you to continue seeking the Lord in prayer and in His Word. Meditate on His promises, such as Psalm 37:25: *"I have been young, and now am old, yet I have not seen the righteous forsaken, nor his children begging for bread."* Trust in Him, and do not lean on your own understanding (Proverbs 3:5-6). He is faithful, and He will never leave you nor forsake you (Deuteronomy 31:6). Walk in obedience, and watch as He moves on your behalf.