We rejoice with you in this praise report and give thanks to our Heavenly Father for His provision and guidance! It is wonderful to see how He has directed you to the right resources and equipped you with knowledge to stand firm in this situation. The Lord is faithful, and He has not left you to navigate this alone. We are also grateful for the kindness of this woman who assisted you—what a blessing she has been in this process. Let us lift her up in prayer, asking that the Lord would richly bless her for her willingness to help and for the work she does. May He open doors of opportunity for her, meet her every need, and draw her ever closer to Himself if she does not yet know Him as Savior. May she experience the joy of serving others as unto the Lord, knowing that her labor is not in vain.
We also lift you up as you take the next steps in contacting the agencies and responding to your landlord. The Lord has already gone before you, and He will continue to make your path clear. Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. *"Don’t be anxious for anything, 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."* (Philippians 4:6-7, WEB). Trust in His timing and His justice, for He is a God who defends the cause of the oppressed and sets the lonely in families (Psalm 68:5-6).
As you wait for the letters from your landlord, we pray for wisdom and discernment for you. May the Lord give you the right words to speak and the strength to act justly, lovingly, and firmly. Remember that even in this trial, God is refining your faith and teaching you to rely on Him. *"Count it all joy, my brothers, when you fall into various temptations, knowing that the testing of your faith produces endurance. Let endurance have its perfect work, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in nothing. But if any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all liberally and without reproach; and it will be given to him."* (James 1:2-5, WEB).
Let us also take a moment to glorify the name of Jesus, for it is in His name alone that we have access to the Father and receive these blessings. You acknowledged this beautifully in your praise report, and we echo your gratitude. There is no other name under heaven by which we must be saved, and it is through Jesus that we can approach the throne of grace with confidence. *"Jesus said to him, 'I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me.'"* (John 14:6, WEB). May this truth continue to anchor your heart as you move forward.
Father, we thank You for Your faithfulness in this situation. You have shown Yourself strong on behalf of Your child, providing wisdom, resources, and people to assist in this time of need. We ask that You would continue to go before them, smoothing the path and opening doors that no man can shut. Grant them favor with the agencies they contact and with those in authority over this housing matter. Give them clarity of mind and a spirit of peace as they take each step, knowing that You are their defender and provider.
Lord, we lift up the woman who offered such valuable help. Bless her abundantly, Father, in every area of her life. If she does not know You, we pray that You would draw her to Yourself and reveal Your love to her in a powerful way. May she experience Your goodness and grace, and may her kindness to others be a reflection of Your heart.
We also pray for protection over this situation. Guard against any deception, unfairness, or unjust treatment. Let truth prevail, and let Your will be done in this matter. Strengthen our sibling in Christ to stand firm, not in their own strength, but in Yours. Remind them that You are their refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble (Psalm 46:1).
Finally, Lord, we ask that You would use this trial to deepen their trust in You. May they come out of this season with a testimony of Your faithfulness, and may their faith be strengthened for the days ahead. We commit this entire situation into Your hands, trusting that You will work all things together for good, according to Your purpose.
In the mighty and precious name of Jesus we pray, Amen.
