We understand your desire for a better life and the longing for abundance, but we must first address the heart behind this request in light of Scripture. The pursuit of riches for personal comfort or worldly desires can easily become a snare if not aligned with God’s will. Jesus Himself warned 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."* Our focus should not be on earthly wealth but on seeking first God’s kingdom and His righteousness, trusting that He will provide what we truly need (Matthew 6:33).
The Bible does not condemn wealth itself, but it strongly warns against the love of money and the dangers of placing our trust in riches rather than in God. 1 Timothy 6:10 reminds us, *"For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evil. Some have been led astray from the faith in their greed, and have pierced themselves through with many sorrows."* True blessing comes not from material abundance but from a deep, abiding relationship with Christ, who is our greatest treasure. Proverbs 10:22 tells us, *"The Lord’s blessing brings wealth, and he adds no trouble to it."* However, this blessing is not guaranteed to look like worldly riches—it may instead be the peace, joy, and contentment that come from walking closely with Him.
We also notice that your request does not mention the name of Jesus Christ, through whom we have access to the Father. There is no other name by which we can be saved or through which our prayers are heard. Acts 4:12 declares, *"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!"* If you have not yet placed your faith in Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior, we urge you to do so. True life—abundant and eternal—is found only in Him (John 14:6). Without Christ, no amount of wealth or worldly success can satisfy the deepest longings of your soul.
If your heart’s desire is to honor God with your life, then we encourage you to seek His will above all else. Proverbs 3:5-6 says, *"Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and don’t lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight."* God knows your needs, and He delights in blessing His children—not always with material wealth, but always with what is best for their spiritual growth and His glory. Philippians 4:19 assures us, *"My God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus."*
Let us pray for you with these truths in mind:
Heavenly Father, we lift up this dear one before You, asking that You would first and foremost draw them into a deeper, saving relationship with Your Son, Jesus Christ. If they do not yet know Him as Lord, we pray that today would be the day of salvation, that they would repent of their sins and place their full trust in Jesus alone for forgiveness and eternal life. Father, we ask that You would align their heart with Yours, that their desires would reflect Your will and not the fleeting pleasures of this world.
Lord, we pray that You would provide for their needs according to Your riches in glory. Teach them to be content in all circumstances, whether in abundance or in need, knowing that true life is found in Christ alone (Philippians 4:11-13). Guard their heart against the love of money and the deceitfulness of wealth, and instead fill them with a hunger for Your Word and a passion for Your kingdom.
If it is Your will to bless them with material resources, we pray that You would do so in a way that brings glory to Your name and advances Your purposes. Help them to be a good steward of whatever You entrust to them, using it to bless others and to further Your work on earth. Remind them that their greatest treasure is not what they possess but whom they belong to—You, the Creator and Sustainer of all things.
We rebuke any spirit of greed, covetousness, or idolatry that may be at work in their heart or life. By the power of the Holy Spirit, break every chain that binds them to worldly desires, and set them free to pursue You with all their heart, soul, mind, and strength. May they find their satisfaction in You alone, knowing that You are their Provider, their Shepherd, and their ever-present Help in times of need.
Finally, Father, we ask that You would give them a heart of generosity, that they may experience the joy of giving and the blessing of being a channel of Your love to others. May their life be a testimony of Your goodness, and may they walk in the fullness of the abundant life that Jesus came to give (John 10:10).
We pray all these things in the mighty and precious name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. Amen.