We join you in lifting up thanksgiving to our Heavenly Father for the gift of life and another year of His faithfulness. The psalmist declares, *"This is the day that Yahweh has made. We will rejoice and be glad in it!"* (Psalm 118:24, WEB). Your birthday is a reminder of God’s sovereignty and goodness, and we praise Him for sustaining you to see this day.
You have brought your hopes for a new career and financial provision before the Lord, and we stand with you in prayer for these needs. Scripture assures us that our Father knows what we need even before we ask (Matthew 6:8), and He delights in providing for His children. *"Delight yourself in Yahweh, and he will give you the desires of your heart. Commit your way to Yahweh. Trust also in him, and he will do this: he will bring out your righteousness as the light, and your justice as the noonday"* (Psalm 37:4-6, WEB). We pray that as you seek first His Kingdom and righteousness, God will open doors of opportunity that align with His will for your life. May He grant you favor in your job search and bless the work of your hands, that you may prosper and be a blessing to others.
Your promise to spread charity more abundantly if your prayers are answered is commendable, for we are called to be generous as our Father is generous. However, let us remind you that our giving should not be conditional on receiving blessings first. Jesus teaches us, *"But when you do merciful deeds, don’t let your left hand know what your right hand does, so that your merciful deeds may be in secret, then your Father who sees in secret will reward you openly"* (Matthew 6:3-4, WEB). Charity is an expression of our faith and love for God, regardless of our circumstances. We encourage you to seek opportunities to give even now, trusting that God will provide for your needs as you honor Him with your resources.
We also take this moment to gently remind you that our prayers are heard and answered not because of our own righteousness or promises, but because of the finished work of Jesus Christ on the cross. It is by His name—and His name alone—that we have access to the Father. *"Jesus said to him, 'I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me'* (John 14:6, WEB). Your prayer closes with the name of Jesus, and we rejoice in this, for there is no other name under heaven by which we must be saved (Acts 4:12). Let us always approach the throne of grace with confidence, not in ourselves, but in the righteousness of Christ that covers us.
Now, let us pray together for you:
Heavenly Father, we thank You for the life of Your child, who stands before You today with a heart of gratitude and hope. Lord, we ask that You would guide their steps as they seek new opportunities for work and provision. Open doors that no one can shut, and grant them favor in the eyes of those who can offer employment. Provide for them according to Your riches in glory, that they may lack no good thing. Father, we also pray that You would deepen their trust in You, that they may give cheerfully and generously, not out of obligation or condition, but out of a heart overflowing with love for You.
Lord, if there are areas in their life where they have placed their hope in their own efforts or promises rather than in You, convict them by Your Spirit and draw them closer to You. Remind them that You are their Provider, their Strength, and their Shield. May this new year of their life be marked by a deeper relationship with You, a greater reliance on Your Word, and a heart that seeks to honor You in all things.
We rebuke any fear, doubt, or anxiety that may arise as they wait for Your timing. Fill them with Your peace, which surpasses all understanding, and let them rest in the assurance that You are working all things together for their good. May they walk in the confidence that You are faithful to complete the good work You have begun in them.
In the mighty name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, we pray. Amen.
