We join with you in lifting up your son before the Lord, trusting in His perfect will and timing for his life. The desire for meaningful, well-compensated work is good, but we must first seek God’s kingdom and His righteousness, knowing that all other things—including provision—will be added unto us (Matthew 6:33 WEB). Let us remember that our worth and security are not found in wealth or position, but in Christ alone, who is our Provider and Sustainer.
The Bible reminds us in Proverbs 16:3 (WEB), *"Commit your works to Yahweh, and your plans shall succeed."* We encourage your son to surrender his job search entirely to the Lord, trusting that God will open the right doors at the right time. Let him also be diligent in his efforts, as Scripture teaches, *"Whatever your hand finds to do, do it with your might"* (Ecclesiastes 9:10 WEB). Hard work, integrity, and reliance on God’s wisdom will honor Him and position your son for success.
We also urge him to prepare spiritually for this season. Colossians 3:23 (WEB) instructs, *"Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord, and not for men."* If he seeks a job merely for high pay or status, his heart may become distracted from God’s purpose. But if he seeks to glorify God in his work—whether in abundance or in humility—he will find true fulfillment. Let him pray for opportunities where he can be a light for Christ, using his skills and income to bless others and advance God’s kingdom.
If there are areas in his life where he may be trusting more in his own abilities or in the approval of man rather than in God, we gently rebuke that tendency. Jeremiah 17:5 (WEB) warns, *"Cursed is the man who trusts in man, and makes flesh his arm, and whose heart departs from Yahweh."* Our confidence must always be in the Lord, who holds all things in His hands.
Now, let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You with grateful hearts, lifting up this son whom You love deeply. Lord, You know the desires of his heart and the plans You have for him—plans for welfare and not for calamity, to give him hope and a future (Jeremiah 29:11 WEB). We ask that You open doors of opportunity for him that no man can shut, doors that align with Your will and purpose for his life. Guide him in wisdom as he prepares for interviews, and let Your peace guard his heart against anxiety or fear. Give him favor with those in authority, that they may see his competence, integrity, and the light of Christ in him.
Father, we pray that this job would not only provide for his needs but also be a platform for him to serve You faithfully. May he work as unto You, with excellence and humility, and may his labor bring glory to Your name. If there are areas of pride, selfish ambition, or misplaced trust in his heart, convict him by Your Spirit and lead him to repentance. Remind him that his value is found in You alone, not in his salary or title.
We rebuke any spirit of fear, doubt, or comparison that may be attacking his mind. Let him rest in the truth that You are his Provider, and that You will never leave him nor forsake him (Hebrews 13:5 WEB). Strengthen his faith to trust You even if the process takes longer than he expects, knowing that Your timing is perfect.
Finally, Lord, we ask that through this season, You draw him closer to Yourself. May he seek first Your kingdom in all things, and may this job be a tool in Your hands to shape him into the image of Christ. We pray all these things in the mighty and precious name of Jesus, our Lord and Savior. Amen.