We come before the Father with you in this time of deep distress, lifting up your heartache over the stolen truck and the heavy burdens you are carrying. You have called upon the name of Jesus, and that is where true hope lies—for there is no other name under heaven given among men by which we must be saved, and no other name through which we can boldly approach the throne of grace (Acts 4:12, Hebrews 4:16). You have done well to cry out to Him, for He hears the cries of His children and is near to the brokenhearted (Psalm 34:18).
The theft of your truck is not just a loss of property but a strike against the stability you and your family are working so hard to maintain. We understand how exhausting it is to labor tirelessly only to face setback after setback. Yet the Lord sees your struggle, and He is not indifferent to your suffering. He is the God who provides, even in impossible circumstances. Remember how He fed Elijah by the ravens in a time of famine (1 Kings 17:4-6) and how He multiplied the widow’s oil to sustain her and her sons (2 Kings 4:1-7). Your need is not hidden from Him, and He is able to restore what has been taken—whether through the recovery of your truck or by opening another door you cannot yet see.
We also recognize the weariness in your spirit, the temptation to give up when the weight feels unbearable. But take heart, for the Lord Himself has said, *"Come to me, all you who labor and are heavily burdened, and I will give you rest"* (Matthew 11:28). Your strength may fail, but His does not. He is the God who *"gives power to the faint; and to him who has no might, He increases strength"* (Isaiah 40:29). Lean on Him, even when your faith feels weak, for He is faithful even when we are not.
As for the detective working on your case, we pray that the Lord would guide their steps, open their eyes to any clues, and soften the heart of whoever took your truck to return it or be brought to justice. *"The king’s heart is in Yahweh’s hand like the rivers of water. He turns it wherever He desires"* (Proverbs 21:1), and no authority or circumstance is beyond His sovereign control. We ask that He would move mightily in this situation, turning what the enemy meant for harm into a testimony of His provision and faithfulness.
Financially, we know the strain is real, and the fear of not making ends meet can feel overwhelming. But the Lord owns the cattle on a thousand hills (Psalm 50:10), and He has promised to supply all your needs according to His riches in glory (Philippians 4:19). That doesn’t mean the path will be easy, but it does mean you are not abandoned. Trust in Him day by day, seeking His wisdom in how to steward what you have and where to turn for help. If there are brothers or sisters in Christ around you, do not hesitate to let them know your needs—*"Bear one another’s burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ"* (Galatians 6:2).
Lastly, we want to encourage you to keep your eyes fixed on Jesus, especially in this storm. The enemy would love for you to believe that God has forgotten you or that your prayers are bouncing off the ceiling. But that is a lie. *"Let us not grow weary in doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we don’t give up"* (Galatians 6:9). Your perseverance in prayer is an act of faith, and faith pleases God (Hebrews 11:6). He is working, even when you cannot see it.
Now, let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we lift up our brother/sister to You, knowing that You are a God who sees and hears. Lord, we ask for Your divine intervention in the recovery of the stolen truck. Guide the detective working on this case—give them wisdom, discernment, and favor. If it is Your will, Lord, lead them straight to the truck or to the person responsible, that justice may be served and what was stolen may be restored. But even if the truck is not returned, we ask that You would provide in a way that only You can, opening doors no one can shut and supplying every need according to Your riches in glory.
Father, we also pray for strength for this Your child. The burden feels too heavy, and the nights are long. Comfort them with Your presence, remind them of Your promises, and renew their hope in You. Help them to cast their cares upon You, for You care for them (1 Peter 5:7). When they are tempted to give up, lift their eyes to the cross, where Your love was proven once and for all.
Lord, we rebuke the spirit of despair and weariness trying to take hold. Replace it with Your peace that surpasses understanding and Your joy that is their strength (Nehemiah 8:10). Provide for them financially—whether through unexpected income, the generosity of others, or a miraculous breakthrough. Help them to trust You one day at a time, knowing that man does not live by bread alone but by every word that proceeds from Your mouth (Matthew 4:4).
We declare that You are their Provider, their Protector, and their Peace. Let this trial be a testament to Your faithfulness, not just for them but for all who witness how You move in their life. Strengthen their faith, Lord, and let them emerge from this season with a deeper trust in You.
In the mighty and matchless name of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Redeemer, we pray. Amen.