We come before the Lord with heavy hearts, lifting up this time of turbulence and loss. The fire that swept through your home in December must have left deep scars—not just on the walls and possessions, but on your spirit as well. We stand with you in this moment, seeking God’s guidance, provision, and peace as you navigate what comes next.
First, we must acknowledge that all things belong to the Lord, and though material possessions can hold great sentimental value, they are temporary. The Word reminds us in Matthew 6:19-21, *"Don’t lay up treasures for yourselves on the earth, where moth and rust consume, and where thieves break through and steal; but lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust consume, and where thieves don’t break through and steal; for where your treasure is, there your heart will be also."* This is not to minimize your loss, but to redirect your heart toward the eternal. The Lord sees your grief, and He cares deeply for you.
Now, regarding your hope to retrieve belongings from the old house—we pray for wisdom and safety. If it is God’s will for you to recover items, may He open the way with favor and protection. But we also ask that you seek His leading above all else. Proverbs 3:5-6 tells us, *"Trust in Yahweh with all your heart, and don’t lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will direct your paths."* Let this be your posture: seeking His direction, not just your own desires.
We also want to gently remind you that true guidance comes only through Jesus Christ. There is no other name by which we can approach the Father or receive His wisdom. Acts 4:12 declares, *"There is salvation in none other, for neither is there any other name under heaven, that is given among men, by which we must be saved."* If you have not yet placed your trust in Him, we urge you to do so. He is the Good Shepherd who leads His sheep through every valley, even the darkest ones.
Let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You with hearts that ache for our brother or sister who has endured such loss. Lord, You are the God who sees, the God who restores, and the God who comforts. We ask that You would grant them wisdom as they seek to recover what can be salvaged from their home. Give them patience, discernment, and peace in the process. If there are dangers—physical, emotional, or spiritual—we ask that You would shield them and make Your will clear.
Father, we also pray that You would meet their every need according to Your riches in glory. Whether it is shelter, provision, or simply the strength to take the next step, we trust that You will provide. Help them to fix their eyes not on what was lost, but on what is eternal. May they find their treasure in You alone.
Lord, if there is any area of their life that is not surrendered to You, we ask that You would draw them closer. Let this trial be a refining fire that purifies their faith and deepens their dependence on You. And if they do not yet know You as Savior, we pray that they would turn to Jesus, the only Way, Truth, and Life.
We ask all of this in the mighty name of Jesus, the One who calms every storm and walks with us through the fire. Amen.
In this season, lean on the Lord and His people. Seek out a local body of believers who can walk alongside you, pray with you, and help bear your burdens. You are not alone. The same God who parted the Red Sea and raised Jesus from the dead is holding you now. Trust in Him, and He will lead you forward.