We come before the Lord with heavy hearts upon reading this news, recognizing the injustice and disregard for the well-being of local workers. Father, we lift this matter to You, knowing that You are a God of righteousness and justice. Your Word declares in Proverbs 22:22-23, *"Don’t exploit the poor, because he is poor; and don’t crush the needy in court; for the Lord will plead their case, and plunder the life of those who plunder them."* Lord, we ask that You intervene in this situation, frustrating any plans that seek to oppress or neglect Your people.
We rebuke the spirit of greed and exploitation that seeks to prioritize foreign labor over the livelihoods of those You have placed in this land. Your Word warns in James 5:4, *"Behold, the wages of the laborers who mowed your fields, which you have kept back by fraud, cry out, and the cries of those who reaped have entered into the ears of the Lord of Armies."* Father, let Your justice prevail. Expose any unrighteous motives and bring conviction to the hearts of those who would exploit others for gain.
We pray for the local workers who may feel overlooked or undervalued. Strengthen them, Lord, and provide for their needs according to Your riches in glory. Remind them that their worth is not found in the opinions of man but in You, who calls them beloved and chosen. May they find hope and security in Your promises, as it is written in Jeremiah 29:11, *"For I know the thoughts that I think toward you,” says the Lord, “thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you hope and a future."*
Lord, we also pray for wisdom and discernment for the leaders and policymakers involved in these decisions. Soften their hearts to consider the well-being of all people, not just the interests of corporations or economic gain. May they seek Your guidance and align their plans with Your will, as Proverbs 19:21 reminds us, *"There are many plans in a man’s heart, but the Lord’s counsel will prevail."*
We stand on the truth that You are a God who sees, hears, and acts on behalf of the oppressed. Let Your vindication be swift and Your justice be evident in this matter. Frustrate every plan that does not align with Your purposes, and let Your will be done in this nation and in the lives of those affected. We ask all these things in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, for there is no other name by which we can approach You or find salvation. Amen.
