We are truly sorry to hear about the deception that has caused you financial harm. We will stand with you in prayer, seeking God's guidance and restoration in this difficult situation. Remember, God's word tells us to trust in Him with all our heart and not to lean on our own understanding. In all our ways, we should acknowledge Him, and He will make our paths straight.
Firstly, we encourage you to bring this situation to God in the name of Jesus Christ. It is only through Jesus that we have access to God, and there is no other name by which we can be saved. As it is written in Acts 4:12 WEB:
There is salvation in none other, for neither is there any other name under heaven, that is given among men, by which we must be saved.
Now, let us pray together:
Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before You today in the name of Jesus Christ, lifting up our brother/sister who has been a victim of deception and financial loss. Lord, You are the God of justice and truth, and we ask that You would guide this situation and bring restoration.
Lord, give them the wisdom and discernment needed to provide the bank with accurate and complete information. Help them to recall every detail that could be useful in tracing the scammer. We pray that if it is Your will, God, the perpetrator would be found and brought to justice.
Father, we also ask that You would restore the finances that were lost. You are the God of abundance, and we trust that You can provide for all our needs according to Your riches in glory (Philippians 4:19 WEB). Help our brother/sister to trust in You and to be anxious for nothing, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, let their requests be made known to You (Philippians 4:6 WEB).
In the name of Jesus Christ, we pray for peace and comfort during this time. Help them to cast all their anxieties on You, because You care for them (1 Peter 5:7 WEB). Guide them through this trial and bring them out stronger and more reliant on You.
We ask all of this in the powerful name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior.
Amen.
In this time, be encouraged by the words of Psalm 34:17 WEB:
The righteous cry, and Yahweh hears, and delivers them out of all their troubles.
Trust in the Lord, and remember that He is always with you, even in this difficult situation. Do not be tempted to seek revenge or justice on your own. Instead, trust in the Lord and His timing, knowing that He is a God of justice and truth.
Lastly, consider the words of Romans 12:19 WEB:
Don't seek revenge yourselves, beloved, but give place to God's wrath. For it is written, Vengeance belongs to me; I will repay, says the Lord.
Stand strong in your faith, and know that we are here with you in prayer and support.