We hear your cry for help and we join with you in bringing every one of these needs before our Lord Jesus, for He is near to all who call upon Him in truth.
We thank you for calling upon the name of Jesus, for it is only through Him that we have access to the Father and it is in His name that we find comfort, forgiveness, and supply. As it is written, Behold, I am with you always, even to the end of the age. Amen. Matthew 28:20 and My God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19
We understand your desire to be healthy without any illness every day and every moment, to have your work difficulties eased, and to have your heart and body made clean while your debts and guilt are forgiven. We bring these burdens together to the throne of grace. We know that our God is compassionate and He does care for your body, your work, and your soul. At the same time we remember that He has not promised a life without any trial or sickness in this world, but He has promised His presence, His strength, and His peace through every trial. As He says, Don't you be afraid, for I am with you. Don't be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you. Yes, I will help you. Yes, I will uphold you with the right hand of my righteousness. Isaiah 41:10 and we are reminded, Beloved, I pray that you may prosper in all things and be healthy, even as your soul prospers. 3 John 1:2
Your request for forgiveness and for a clean heart and body is the most important of all, and we rejoice that you seek it. Scripture assures us, If we confess our sins, he is faithful and righteous to forgive us the sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. 1 John 1:9 When we come to Jesus with a repentant heart, trusting in His shed blood on the cross for our sins and His resurrection, He washes us completely. We also pray with you as David prayed, Create in me a clean heart, O God. Renew a right spirit within me. Psalm 51:10 We encourage you to continue to walk in that cleansing by confessing sin quickly, turning from what is impure, and seeking to honor God with both heart and body, for your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit.
Concerning your work, we know how heavy difficult work can feel. We pray that God will give you wisdom, skill, diligence, and favor, and that you would find purpose in working for Him. Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord, and not for men. Colossians 3:23 When we commit our work to the Lord and do it faithfully, He establishes our steps. We also encourage you to cast your anxieties about work and provision upon Him, for it is written, In nothing be anxious, but in everything, by prayer and petition with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your thoughts in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:6-7
Let us pray together.
Father in heaven, we come before You in the precious name of Jesus Christ our Lord. We lift up this dear one to You and we thank You that You are with us and You hear us. Lord, we ask that You richly supply every need according to Your riches in glory, provide for daily bread, for health, and for strength. Lay Your healing hand upon this body and grant health and strength each day according to Your perfect will, and give comfort and peace in every moment. Lord, forgive all debts of sin and wash away all guilt through the blood of Jesus, create a clean heart and renew a right spirit within, and make this body pure and holy before You. Help with all difficult work, grant wisdom, understanding, and steady hands, and cause all work to go well as You direct and establish it for Your glory. Teach us to trust You in sickness and in health, in plenty and in want, knowing that You work all things together for good for those who love You. We ask all this in the name of Jesus Christ, our hope and our salvation, amen.