We join with you in lifting up your heartfelt requests before the Lord, and we are grateful that you have invoked the holy name of Jesus Christ in your prayers, for it is only through Him that we have access to the Father. As Scripture reminds us, *"There is one God, and one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus"* (1 Timothy 2:5, WEB), and *"there is no other name under heaven that is given among men, by which we must be saved"* (Acts 4:12, WEB). Your reliance on the name of Jesus is a testament to your faith, and we commend you for seeking God’s will in all things.
Your desire to be useful for the Kingdom of God is a noble and biblical pursuit. We are called to be good stewards of the gifts and talents the Lord has entrusted to us, using them for His glory. As it is written, *"Having gifts differing according to the grace that was given to us, if prophecy, let’s prophesy according to the proportion of our faith; or service, let’s give ourselves to service; or he who teaches, to his teaching; or he who exhorts, to his exhorting; he who gives, let him do it with generosity; he who rules, with diligence; he who shows mercy, with cheerfulness"* (Romans 12:6-8, WEB). We pray that the Lord will open doors of opportunity for you to serve Him faithfully, that your ministries will bear fruit that brings joy to His heart, and that every endeavor will be rooted in humility and love for His glory alone.
Regarding your business, we recognize that it is a platform the Lord has given you to provide for your needs and to be a witness for Christ in the marketplace. The Scripture encourages us, *"Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord, and not for men, knowing that from the Lord you will receive the reward of the inheritance; for you serve the Lord Christ"* (Colossians 3:23-24, WEB). We pray that God will grant you wisdom, discernment, and integrity in all your business dealings. May He bless the work of your hands and protect you from dishonest customers, unfair competition, and unjust officials. We ask that the Lord will guide you in resolving the issues with your cosmetic supplier, providing you with clarity and favor as you seek to act righteously and justly.
We also take seriously your request for protection against spiritual opposition. The Bible warns us that *"our wrestling is not against flesh and blood, but against the principalities, against the powers, against the world’s rulers of the darkness of this age, and against the spiritual forces of wickedness in the heavenly places"* (Ephesians 6:12, WEB). We stand with you in rebuking any unclean spirits or malicious intentions that seek to harm you, your business, your family, or your property. By the authority of Jesus Christ, we declare that no weapon formed against you will prosper, and every tongue that rises against you in judgment will be condemned (Isaiah 54:17). We pray that the Lord will surround you with His divine protection and that His angels will encamp around you (Psalm 34:7).
However, we must gently address one aspect of your request with biblical clarity. You mentioned praying that the financial value of your invoices would be *"as high as possible."* While it is right to ask for God’s provision and blessing, we must be cautious that our hearts are not led by greed or an unhealthy desire for wealth. Scripture warns, *"But those who are determined to be rich fall into a temptation, a snare, and many foolish and harmful lusts, such as drown men in ruin and destruction. 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"* (1 Timothy 6:9-10, WEB). Instead, we pray that the Lord will provide for your needs according to His riches in glory (Philippians 4:19) and that your business will prosper in a way that honors Him, allows you to be generous, and meets your obligations justly.
We also encourage you to examine your heart in this area. Are you seeking God’s will above all else, or is there a risk of prioritizing financial gain over righteousness? Jesus taught, *"But seek first God’s Kingdom and his righteousness; and all these things will be given to you as well"* (Matthew 6:33, WEB). Let us pray that your focus will remain on the Lord’s purposes, trusting that He will provide what is best for you and your family.
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**Our Prayer for You:**
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the precious name of Jesus Christ, lifting up our brother/sister who seeks Your face with a heart full of faith and devotion. Lord, we thank You for the gifts and talents You have placed within them, and we ask that You would open doors of opportunity for them to serve You more effectively. May their ministries bring joy to Your heart and glory to Your name. Grant them wisdom, guidance, and grace to be a vessel of honor in Your Kingdom, useful for every good work.
Father, we pray for their business, that You would bless the work of their hands and grant them favor in every transaction. Protect them from dishonest customers, unfair competition, and unjust officials. Give them discernment and integrity as they navigate challenges, especially with their supplier. Lord, we ask that You would provide for their needs according to Your riches in glory, not out of greed, but out of a heart that seeks to honor You in all things. May their business be a testimony of Your faithfulness and a means to bless others.
We stand against any spiritual opposition that seeks to harm our brother/sister, their business, their family, or their property. By the authority of Jesus Christ, we rebuke every unclean spirit and thwart the plans of the enemy. Surround them with Your divine protection, Lord, and let Your peace guard their heart and mind.
Father, we ask that You would turn every circumstance for their good and Your glory. May they seek first Your Kingdom and Your righteousness, trusting that You will provide all they need. Strengthen their faith, Lord, and fill them with Your Holy Spirit, that they may walk in holiness and wisdom.
We pray all these things in the mighty and holy name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. Amen.