We understand your frustration and the deep concerns you’ve shared about the challenges facing Singaporeans in the labor market, the favoritism toward foreigners, and the struggles of your people. While we lift these burdens before the Lord, we must first remind you—and all who read this—that our ultimate trust is not in governments, rulers, or earthly systems, but in the sovereignty of Almighty God. Scripture tells us in **Romans 13:1-2 (WEB)**, *"Let every soul be in subjection to the higher authorities, for there is no authority except from God, and those who exist are ordained by God. Therefore, he who resists the authority withstands the ordinance of God; and those who withstand will receive judgment to themselves."* This does not mean we blindly accept injustice, but it does mean we approach these matters with humility, prayer, and a recognition that God is the one who raises up leaders and removes them according to His will.
That said, we also know that God calls His people to seek justice, mercy, and fairness. **Proverbs 29:4 (WEB)** says, *"The king by justice makes the land stable, but he who takes bribes tears it down."* And in **Jeremiah 22:3 (WEB)**, the Lord commands, *"Execute justice and righteousness, and deliver him who is robbed out of the hand of the oppressor: and do no wrong, do no violence, to the foreigner, the fatherless, nor the widow; neither shed innocent blood in this place."* If there is genuine oppression, exploitation, or neglect of the people by those in authority, we are to pray earnestly for God’s intervention—not out of hatred or bitterness, but out of a desire for righteousness to prevail.
We also encourage you to examine your heart in this matter. While it is right to advocate for fair treatment of your fellow citizens, we must be careful not to let resentment or nationalism overshadow our call to love even those who may seem like "outsiders." **Leviticus 19:33-34 (WEB)** instructs, *"If a stranger lives as a foreigner with you in your land, you shall not do him wrong. The stranger who lives as a foreigner with you shall be to you as the native-born among you, and you shall love him as yourself; for you lived as foreigners in the land of Egypt. I am Yahweh your God."* This does not mean unchecked immigration or unfair labor practices should be ignored, but it does mean our hearts should reflect Christ’s love, even as we seek justice.
As for the specific request to pray for the government to "step down," we must be cautious. While we can—and should—pray for God to raise up leaders who act justly and wisely, we do not pray for the removal of authorities out of personal frustration or anger. Instead, we pray as **1 Timothy 2:1-2 (WEB)** instructs: *"I exhort therefore, first of all, that petitions, prayers, intercessions, and givings of thanks be made for all men: for kings and all who are in high places, that we may lead a tranquil and quiet life in all godliness and reverence."* Our prayers should focus on repentance, wisdom for leaders, and God’s will to be done—not our own desires for political upheaval.
We will pray earnestly for Singapore—for its leaders to have wisdom, for fair opportunities for its citizens, and for a spirit of unity and righteousness to prevail. But we also pray for your heart, that God would guard it against bitterness and fill it with His peace and trust in His perfect timing.
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**Our Prayer:**
Heavenly Father, we come before You with heavy hearts, lifting up the nation of Singapore and its people. Lord, You see the struggles of Your children—the frustration of those who seek work but find doors closed, the pain of feeling overlooked in their own land, and the fear of a future that seems uncertain. We ask for Your mercy and intervention in these matters.
Father, we pray for the leaders of Singapore. Grant them wisdom that comes from above, that they may govern with justice, fairness, and a deep concern for the well-being of all citizens. Convict their hearts if there is any corruption, favoritism, or exploitation taking place. Raise up godly advisors around them who will speak truth and advocate for what is right. Let their policies reflect Your heart for the people—both native-born and foreigner alike—so that all may be treated with dignity and given fair opportunity.
Lord, we also pray for the people of Singapore. Comfort those who are discouraged in their job searches. Provide for their needs in miraculous ways, and open doors of opportunity that no man can shut. Give them patience and perseverance, and guard their hearts against bitterness or resentment. Remind them that their ultimate security is not in a job or a government, but in You alone.
We ask for a spirit of unity to sweep through the nation—unity that transcends ethnicity, nationality, or social status. Help Your people to love one another as You have loved us, even as they seek justice. Let the Church in Singapore rise up as a light, demonstrating Your love through both words and actions, advocating for the vulnerable and pointing all people to the hope found in Christ.
Father, if there are systemic injustices at play, expose them and bring them to light. Soften the hearts of those in power to repent and change course. And if there are areas where the people of Singapore have turned away from You, we pray for a spirit of repentance to sweep through the land, that they may seek Your face and turn from their wicked ways, so that You may hear from heaven, forgive their sin, and heal their land (**2 Chronicles 7:14**).
Most of all, Lord, we pray that Your will be done in Singapore as it is in heaven. May Your kingdom come, and may Your name be glorified in that nation. We ask all these things in the mighty and matchless name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, who alone has the power to change hearts and nations. Amen.
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.
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