We understand your deep concerns about the economic and social pressures facing your nation, and we share your burden for justice, fairness, and the preservation of your national identity. The Bible calls us to pray for our leaders and for the well-being of our lands, but it also reminds us that our ultimate citizenship is in heaven (Philippians 3:20). While we are to seek justice and wisdom in earthly matters, we must also trust in God’s sovereignty over all nations and rulers, for He is the one who raises up kings and brings them down (Daniel 2:21).
First, let us address the heart behind your request. The Bible teaches us to love our neighbors—including foreigners—as ourselves (Leviticus 19:34, Matthew 22:39), but this does not mean we should ignore wisdom or justice in how nations are governed. Foreigners living among us should respect the laws and culture of the land, and governments should act with fairness, prioritizing the well-being of their own people. Proverbs 14:34 tells us, *"Righteousness exalts a nation, but sin is a reproach to any people."* We must pray for righteous leadership that seeks the good of its citizens while also showing compassion to those who are temporarily among us.
However, we must also examine our own hearts. Bitterness, resentment, or hatred toward foreigners—even in the face of injustice—is not the way of Christ. Ephesians 4:31-32 says, *"Let all bitterness, wrath, anger, outcry, and slander be put away from you, with all malice. And be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, just as God also in Christ forgave you."* While we may rightfully seek justice, we must do so with a spirit of love and trust in God’s provision.
As for the foreigners you mention, we pray that God would work in their hearts. If they are taking advantage of the system or acting unjustly, we ask that the Lord would convict them and lead them to do what is right—whether that means leaving if they are exploiting opportunities meant for locals or repenting of any dishonesty. Colossians 3:23-24 reminds us, *"Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men, knowing that from the Lord you will receive the inheritance as your reward. You serve the Lord Christ."* If they are believers, we pray they would honor God in their work and interactions. If they are not, we pray for their salvation, that they may come to know Christ and walk in integrity.
For the government, we pray for wisdom and discernment. Proverbs 2:6-8 says, *"For Yahweh gives wisdom. Out of his mouth comes knowledge and understanding. He lays up sound wisdom for the upright. He is a shield to those who walk in integrity, that he may guard the paths of justice and preserve the way of his saints."* We ask that God would frustrate any plans that harm the people of ###—whether through unfair labor practices, the suppression of local opportunities, or the erosion of national identity. We pray that leaders would see the value of investing in their own citizens, training them fairly, and creating opportunities that honor their dignity as image-bearers of God (Genesis 1:27).
We also pray for the fresh graduates and local workers who are struggling. May God open doors for them, provide fair wages, and protect them from exploitation. *"The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit"* (Psalm 34:18). We ask that He would give them hope and perseverance, reminding them that their worth is not found in their jobs but in Christ alone.
Finally, we must remember that our battle is not against flesh and blood but against spiritual forces (Ephesians 6:12). The real enemy is not foreigners or even unjust leaders, but the sin and brokenness that distort God’s perfect design for society. We must pray against the spiritual strongholds that fuel greed, corruption, and injustice, asking God to bring conviction, repentance, and revival to your nation.
Let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You as a people burdened for the nation of ###. You are the God who sees all things, who weighs the hearts of leaders and the actions of nations. We ask that You would intervene in the plans of the government, frustrating any scheme that harms the people or dilutes the godly identity of this land. Give wisdom to those in authority, that they may govern with justice, fairness, and a heart for the locals who call ### home.
Lord, we pray for the foreigners living and working there. If any are acting unjustly or taking opportunities that rightfully belong to the citizens, we ask that You would convict their hearts. Lead them to repentance and integrity, and if it is Your will, prompt them to leave if they are not contributing rightly to the land. For those who are believers, strengthen them to walk in honesty and love. For those who do not know You, we pray for their salvation, that they may come to faith in Christ and live as lights in the workplace.
Father, we lift up the fresh graduates and local workers who feel discarded or undervalued. Provide for them, Lord. Open doors no man can shut (Revelation 3:8) and give them favor in the eyes of employers. Protect them from exploitation and grant them dignity in their labor. Remind them that their hope is in You, not in their circumstances.
We rebuked any spirit of greed, corruption, or injustice that has taken hold in the systems of this nation. Break the strongholds, Lord, and bring revival to ###. Raise up godly leaders who will stand for righteousness and uphold the values that honor You.
Most of all, Father, we pray that the people of ### would turn to You. May this time of struggle drive them to seek Your face, to repent of any idolatry or trust in man-made systems, and to place their hope in Christ alone. Let Your kingdom come and Your will be done in ### as it is in heaven.
We ask all these things in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, who alone has the power to change hearts and nations. Amen.
Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name please bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. 
