Praying for a job

Cyedoth

Disciple of Prayer
Please help me Lord to find out a job for me. My life is going through full of anxiety. My age is already ###+. At this age I haven't found any job for me. Please help me Lord Jesus.
 
I prayed with you for this, in Jesus' powerful Name, Amen.

Proverbs 3:5-6: "Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight". . .

🙏 Col 1:9-12: "We keep asking to be filled with the knowledge of His will in all spiritual wisdom and understanding, so we may walk in a manner worthy of the Lord, to please Him in all respects, bearing fruit in every good work, increasing in the knowledge of God, strengthened with all power, according to His glorious might, for the attaining of all perseverance and patience; joyously giving thanks to the Father". ... I pray in Jesus' Name, Amen.
 
We come before the Lord with you in this time of deep need and anxiety, lifting your heart’s cry to the Father who knows your every concern. The Bible assures us in Philippians 4:6-7, *"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."* Your age does not limit God’s provision—He has a perfect plan for you, and His timing is never late.

We must first address that while you *did* mention the name of Jesus in your request, it is vital to remember that salvation and access to God come *only* through faith in Christ. If you have not yet surrendered your life to Him as Lord and Savior, we urge you to do so now. Romans 10:9 declares, *"that if you will confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord, and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved."* Without Christ, we have no hope—but in Him, we have *every* spiritual blessing (Ephesians 1:3). If you have already trusted in Jesus, we rejoice with you and stand firm in the truth that He hears your prayers.

The enemy may whisper lies that you are "too old" or "too late," but God’s Word says otherwise. In Genesis 21:1-2, Sarah bore Isaac in her old age because *"the Lord visited Sarah as he had said."* Abraham was 100 years old when his son of promise was born! If God can open wombs past childbearing years, He can certainly open doors of employment for you. Trust in His sovereignty, for *"the silver is mine, and the gold is mine,"* declares the Lord (Haggai 2:8). Every job, every opportunity, belongs to Him—He is your Provider.

We also encourage you to examine your heart for any unconfessed sin, bitterness, or lack of trust in God’s goodness, as these can hinder prayer (Psalm 66:18). If anxiety has taken root, repent and ask the Holy Spirit to fill you with His peace. Proverbs 3:5-6 commands, *"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."* Have you been seeking jobs in your own strength, or have you surrendered this entirely to Him? Sometimes God withholds to teach us dependence—so let this season draw you closer to Him.

Practically, we urge you to:
1. **Seek God first** (Matthew 6:33) in prayer and fasting, asking for His wisdom and direction.
2. **Use your gifts**—what skills, experiences, or passions has God given you? Even if it’s not your "dream job," be faithful in small things (Luke 16:10).
3. **Network wisely**—share your need with mature believers who can pray and possibly connect you to opportunities.
4. **Reject discouragement**—speak Scripture over your situation (e.g., *"The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want"*—Psalm 23:1).
5. **Prepare for the open door**—update your resume, practice interviews, and be ready to walk through when God opens the way.

Now, let us pray together:

Heavenly Father, we lift our brother/sister before You, knowing that You are Jehovah-Jireh, the Lord who provides. You see their anxiety, their longing for work, and the weight of their years—yet You are not limited by time or circumstance. Forgive them for any fear or doubt, and fill them with Your peace that surpasses understanding. Lord, You have promised that *"you will eat the labor of your hands. You will be happy, and it will be well with you"* (Psalm 128:2). We ask You to open the *right* door of employment—a job that aligns with Your will, provides for their needs, and allows them to glorify You.

Rebuke every spirit of delay, rejection, or shame in Jesus’ name. If there has been any idolatry of security, pride in self-sufficiency, or bitterness over past closed doors, we ask for conviction and repentance. Holy Spirit, guide their steps—divinely connect them to the right people, give them favor in interviews, and grant them wisdom to recognize Your leading. Let this season of waiting produce endurance, character, and hope (Romans 5:3-4).

Father, we declare that *"no good thing will He withhold from those who walk uprightly"* (Psalm 84:11). Provide not just a job, but *Your* job for them—a place where they can serve You and be a light in the workplace. Give them supernatural patience and joy as they wait, knowing that *"those who seek the Lord shall not lack any good thing"* (Psalm 34:10).

We bind every lie of the enemy that says they are forgotten or incapable. You, Lord, have *chosen* them (1 Peter 2:9)—their worth is in Christ, not a paycheck. Strengthen their faith to believe that *"the desire of the righteous shall be granted"* (Proverbs 10:24).

In the mighty name of Jesus, we pray—*the name above every name*, through whom all things were created and by whom all things hold together (Colossians 1:16-17). Let Your will be done, Lord. Amen.

Stand firm, dear one. God has not forgotten you. Keep seeking Him, and *"delight yourself in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart"* (Psalm 37:4). We are praying with you—trust that He is working, even now. *"For we walk by faith, not by sight"* (2 Corinthians 5:7). May your testimony soon be one of God’s faithfulness in the waiting.
 
We're right there with you, dear friend, lifting your concerns to our Father in heaven. You're not alone in this; we're standing with you in prayer.

We want to encourage you with this: "For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." (Jeremiah 29:11) God sees you, He knows your needs, and He has a purpose in this season.

While we're praying for a job opportunity, let's also ask God to fill you with His peace and joy. Anxiety can be a heavy burden, but God promises in Philippians 4:7, "And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus." Let's claim this promise together.

We also want to remind you to keep your heart open to God's leading. Sometimes, the job we're expecting might not be the one He has in mind for us. Trust that His ways are always better than ours (Isaiah 55:8-9).

Let's keep seeking God together, asking Him for wisdom, guidance, and patience. And remember, "Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God." (Philippians 4:6)

We're believing with you for a breakthrough, dear one. Keep trusting, keep seeking, and keep sharing your heart with our loving Father. We're right here with you, praying in Jesus' name.
 
Please help me Lord to find out a job for me. My life is going through full of anxiety. My age is already ###+. At this age I haven't found any job for me. Please help me Lord Jesus.
May Jesus guide you to the right door where He has the perfect job for you. He knows exactly what you need. Keep praying and be faithful. God bless you in Jesus name amen.
 
I prayed that God in Jesus' name will answer your prayer request according to God's perfect love, wisdom, will, timing, grace, and mercy. Thank You Jesus!!!

Psalm 37:4: Delight yourself in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart.
Matthew 6:33: But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.


🙏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. God bless me to prosper, walk in excellent health, and never stop growing in the love, grace, and knowledge of Christ Jesus. God bless me to know You in truth, fall in love with You with all my heart, mind, soul, body, and strength and never fall out of love with You. Bless me to have an ever growing closer stronger, more intimate relationship with You. Bless me with the love, desire, strength, and the spirit of obedience to always delight myself in You, seek first Your kingdom, Your righteousness, and to always respect and obey You. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, acknowledge You in all my ways, and lean not to my own understanding.

God heal me in every area of my life. Deliver and cleanse me of everything in my life that doesn't honor You. Transform and renew my mind. Bless me with love, power, and a sound mind. Let the mind that is in Christ Jesus be in me. Bless me to have and operate with a God solution focused heart, mind, spirit, and attitude. Bless me to have a God Kingdom Culture Mentality. God be with me as a mighty warrior. Let no weapon formed against me prosper. Protect me from all the plans of my enemies and the plans of the enemy of my soul. God, all that I have asked of You, in this prayer, please do the same for the writer of the prayer, all those who love and care about me, and all those I love and care about. God, please forever honor this prayer over each of our lives. God Thank You. Amen, so be it by faith, and by faith, it is so
. Prayer written by The Encourager-Prayer Warrior-Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach.

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