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Pray that the parcel import charges or vat for the vase which I posted to thailand will be waived off
Pray that the parcel which I posted to thailand yesterday will be waived off the
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We join with you in bringing this parcel before the Lord, and we understand your concern about the vase you posted to Thailand and the worry over import charges and VAT that may be applied.
We want to gently share a biblical principle with you as we pray. We are called to honor the governing authorities and to be honest in all our dealings, including taxes and customs duties. We are taught to give therefore to everyone what you owe, taxes to whom taxes are due, customs to whom customs, respect to whom respect, honor to whom honor Rom 13:7, and that every person should be in subjection to the higher authorities, for there is no authority except from God Rom 13:1. So while we understand the desire for the charges to be waived, we do not pray for deception or for evading what is lawfully due. Instead we pray for God's favor where it is lawful and just, for honest dealings with customs officials, and for God's provision if a payment is required. If there is a legitimate exemption or grace that can be shown, we ask the Lord to move in that, but above all we want His will to be done with integrity.
We also want to remind you that God cares about even these practical matters that cause us anxiety. We are told 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 Phil 4:6-7. Our God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus Phil 4:19, and when we seek first God's Kingdom and his righteousness, all these things will be given to us as well Matt 6:33.
We noticed your request did not mention the name of Jesus Christ, and we want to lovingly share that it is only through Him 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. There is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven that is given among men, by which we must be saved Acts 4:12. It is by believing in Jesus, that He died for our sins and rose again, that we are forgiven and brought near to God, and it is in His name we pray with confidence.
We now pray together for you.
Father in heaven, we come before You in the name of Jesus Christ Your Son. We lift up this vase and this parcel sent to Thailand, we ask that You would guide it safely to its destination and place Your hand upon the customs process. Lord, we ask for favor with those in authority over the import charges and VAT, and if it is Your will and lawful, that You would grant a waiver or reduction. If a charge is rightly due, we ask that You would provide the means to pay it and give peace to all involved, that everything may be done honestly and honorably before You and before men. Help us to commit our works to Yahweh, and our plans shall be established Prov 16:3. Guard the heart of the one who sent this parcel from worry, and fill them with Your peace that surpasses understanding. We ask this in the mighty and saving name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, amen.
We encourage you to trust the Lord with this matter, to remain honest and patient as the parcel is processed, and to continue to bring every care to Him in Jesus' name, knowing He hears and will answer according to His perfect wisdom and love.
We want to gently share a biblical principle with you as we pray. We are called to honor the governing authorities and to be honest in all our dealings, including taxes and customs duties. We are taught to give therefore to everyone what you owe, taxes to whom taxes are due, customs to whom customs, respect to whom respect, honor to whom honor Rom 13:7, and that every person should be in subjection to the higher authorities, for there is no authority except from God Rom 13:1. So while we understand the desire for the charges to be waived, we do not pray for deception or for evading what is lawfully due. Instead we pray for God's favor where it is lawful and just, for honest dealings with customs officials, and for God's provision if a payment is required. If there is a legitimate exemption or grace that can be shown, we ask the Lord to move in that, but above all we want His will to be done with integrity.
We also want to remind you that God cares about even these practical matters that cause us anxiety. We are told 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 Phil 4:6-7. Our God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus Phil 4:19, and when we seek first God's Kingdom and his righteousness, all these things will be given to us as well Matt 6:33.
We noticed your request did not mention the name of Jesus Christ, and we want to lovingly share that it is only through Him 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. There is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven that is given among men, by which we must be saved Acts 4:12. It is by believing in Jesus, that He died for our sins and rose again, that we are forgiven and brought near to God, and it is in His name we pray with confidence.
We now pray together for you.
Father in heaven, we come before You in the name of Jesus Christ Your Son. We lift up this vase and this parcel sent to Thailand, we ask that You would guide it safely to its destination and place Your hand upon the customs process. Lord, we ask for favor with those in authority over the import charges and VAT, and if it is Your will and lawful, that You would grant a waiver or reduction. If a charge is rightly due, we ask that You would provide the means to pay it and give peace to all involved, that everything may be done honestly and honorably before You and before men. Help us to commit our works to Yahweh, and our plans shall be established Prov 16:3. Guard the heart of the one who sent this parcel from worry, and fill them with Your peace that surpasses understanding. We ask this in the mighty and saving name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, amen.
We encourage you to trust the Lord with this matter, to remain honest and patient as the parcel is processed, and to continue to bring every care to Him in Jesus' name, knowing He hears and will answer according to His perfect wisdom and love.
We know you put thought into sending this vase to Thailand and now you are waiting and wondering about the import charges. It is understandable to feel concerned about an extra cost you had not planned for, especially when you wanted the gift to be a blessing and not a burden for the person receiving it.
We will join you in praying for favor with the customs process and for peace while you wait for an update. Whatever the decision on the charges, we trust God to provide and to work out what is best.
One small step that may ease some of the uncertainty is to keep your posting receipt and tracking number close by and let the recipient know there may be a VAT or import fee to collect on delivery, so they are not caught off guard. If you have a tracking link, checking it every day or two can also help you see when it clears customs, and your courier can clarify how Thailand handles that fee if you need to ask.
Father, we lift this parcel and the vase inside to You. We ask for Your kindness over its journey and for wisdom for all involved. Provide for every need and give calm as we wait on Your care. In Jesus' name we pray, amen.
We will join you in praying for favor with the customs process and for peace while you wait for an update. Whatever the decision on the charges, we trust God to provide and to work out what is best.
One small step that may ease some of the uncertainty is to keep your posting receipt and tracking number close by and let the recipient know there may be a VAT or import fee to collect on delivery, so they are not caught off guard. If you have a tracking link, checking it every day or two can also help you see when it clears customs, and your courier can clarify how Thailand handles that fee if you need to ask.
Father, we lift this parcel and the vase inside to You. We ask for Your kindness over its journey and for wisdom for all involved. Provide for every need and give calm as we wait on Your care. In Jesus' name we pray, amen.
needhelpsobad48
Beloved of All
Praying for this request in Jesus Name.
EnricoLange
Beloved of All
Lord Jesus please richly bless, protect and guide them. Please help them in accordance with your perfect will Father. Thank you and praise you. In your holy name I pray. Amen.
Spurgeon
Beloved of All
Your request concerning the parcel sent to Thailand and the burden of import charges and VAT upon the vase has been laid before the Lord, and we have joined you in prayer.
Worldly men think very little of God, but the true believer recognizes God everywhere and sees His hand in all the good or ill that chequers life, even in such matters as this which press upon your mind. You have done what was right in posting the parcel, and now hear the word of counsel, you go and do the right thing and then be no longer anxious about it, but leave the result with God. Be not anxious, but cry unto God most high, unto God that performeth all things for you. For your soul trusts in Him, and in the shadow of His wings you may make your refuge.
Let us pray together. O Lord our God, merciful and faithful, Thou hearest the cry of Thy people. We bring before Thee this parcel now on its way to Thailand, and the charges which may be laid upon it. If it be Thy will and for good, we entreat Thee to move the hearts of those in authority that the import charges or VAT may be waived or lightened. Yet not our will but Thine be done. Thou knowest what is best, and where Thou beginnest to work Thou dost complete it. Give to our friend a quiet heart to trust Thee and not to fear, to take Thee at Thy word and to believe Thee, for Thou canst not forsake the soul that trusts in Christ. Let Thy mercy and Thy truth be sent forth, and grant peace whether the charge be removed or remain, that Thy name may be honoured and Thy child may rest in Thy care. We ask this in the precious name of Jesus Christ our only Saviour, in whom alone is salvation. Amen.
Take courage and deal with God as a child deals with a faithful Father. If He says He will save those who trust Him, He will save them, and if you trust Him in temporal things, you shall find Him as real as if you could see Him. Though clouds may surround you, your God is your light, and though storms rage around you, your God is your might. Leave this matter in His hands and rest in hope.
Worldly men think very little of God, but the true believer recognizes God everywhere and sees His hand in all the good or ill that chequers life, even in such matters as this which press upon your mind. You have done what was right in posting the parcel, and now hear the word of counsel, you go and do the right thing and then be no longer anxious about it, but leave the result with God. Be not anxious, but cry unto God most high, unto God that performeth all things for you. For your soul trusts in Him, and in the shadow of His wings you may make your refuge.
Let us pray together. O Lord our God, merciful and faithful, Thou hearest the cry of Thy people. We bring before Thee this parcel now on its way to Thailand, and the charges which may be laid upon it. If it be Thy will and for good, we entreat Thee to move the hearts of those in authority that the import charges or VAT may be waived or lightened. Yet not our will but Thine be done. Thou knowest what is best, and where Thou beginnest to work Thou dost complete it. Give to our friend a quiet heart to trust Thee and not to fear, to take Thee at Thy word and to believe Thee, for Thou canst not forsake the soul that trusts in Christ. Let Thy mercy and Thy truth be sent forth, and grant peace whether the charge be removed or remain, that Thy name may be honoured and Thy child may rest in Thy care. We ask this in the precious name of Jesus Christ our only Saviour, in whom alone is salvation. Amen.
Take courage and deal with God as a child deals with a faithful Father. If He says He will save those who trust Him, He will save them, and if you trust Him in temporal things, you shall find Him as real as if you could see Him. Though clouds may surround you, your God is your light, and though storms rage around you, your God is your might. Leave this matter in His hands and rest in hope.
