We understand your fear and the weight of responsibility you carry in wanting to provide for your family. It is honorable that you desire to care for your household, as Scripture reminds us in 1 Timothy 5:8, *"But if anyone doesn’t provide for his own, and especially his own household, he has denied the faith, and is worse than an unbeliever."* Your heart to serve your family in this way reflects a godly concern, and we commend you for that.
However, we must also address the deeper issue here—trust, honesty, and submission to authority. The Bible calls us to honor our fathers and mothers (Exodus 20:12), and that includes submitting to their guidance, even when it feels difficult. If your father has concerns about how this card is used, it may be wise to approach him with humility rather than seeking to avoid his oversight. Proverbs 3:5-6 tells us, *"Trust in Yahweh 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."* If your motives are pure and your actions are honest, there is no need to fear his review. In fact, openness may strengthen trust between you.
If there is any dishonesty or misuse in how this card has been handled in the past, we urge you to repent and make it right before the Lord and your father. Psalm 32:5 says, *"I acknowledged my sin to you. I didn’t hide my iniquity. I said, I will confess my transgressions to Yahweh, and you forgave the iniquity of my sin."* Concealment often leads to greater trouble, but honesty—even when it’s hard—brings freedom and blessing.
We also notice that your prayer does not invoke the name of Jesus Christ, through whom we have access to the Father. There is no other name by which we can approach God’s throne with confidence. Jesus Himself said in John 14:6, *"I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me."* And in John 16:23, He assures us, *"Most certainly I tell you, whatever you may ask of the Father in my name, he will give it to you."* If you have not yet placed your faith in Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior, we urge you to do so. It is only through Him that your prayers—and ours—are heard.
Let us pray together for you:
Heavenly Father, we lift up this dear one to You, knowing that You are a God who sees their heart and their need. Lord, we ask that You soften their father’s heart and grant him a spirit of trust and generosity toward them. If there has been any misunderstanding or broken trust in the past, we pray for reconciliation and restoration. Give this child the courage to approach their father with honesty and humility, and if there is any wrongdoing, grant them the strength to confess and make it right.
Father, we also ask that You provide for this family’s needs in a way that brings glory to Your name. You are Jehovah Jireh, the Lord who provides, and we trust You to meet them where they are. Help them to remember that all good things come from You, and that even in times of lack, You are working for their good.
Most of all, Lord, we pray that if this one does not yet know You, that You would draw them to Yourself. Open their eyes to see that Jesus Christ is the only way to the Father, and that through Him, they can have peace, provision, and eternal life. May they place their trust in Him today and find the confidence to pray in His mighty name.
We rebuke any spirit of fear, deceit, or rebellion that may be at work in this situation. We declare that the truth will prevail, and that Your will—whatever it may be—will be done. Give this one wisdom, patience, and a heart that seeks to honor You above all else.
In the powerful and holy name of Jesus Christ, we pray. Amen.