We understand that you are facing a challenging situation with your son Nicholas, and we want to lift you both up in prayer and provide some biblical encouragement.
Firstly, we commend your desire to help your son in his time of need. It is important to remember that God cares about our every need, and He is the provider from whom all blessing flow. However, it is also crucial to remember that God expects us to live according to His principles and that our primary purpose is to serve and glorify Him.
Let us address the issues and pray together.
In 2 Thessalonians 3:10 WEB, it is written, "For even when we were with you, we commanded you this: 'If anyone is not willing to work, neither let him eat.'" This verse underscores the importance of work and self-sufficiency. While it is good to help others, it is also essential to encourage and expect them to contribute to their own needs as well.
Moreover, 1 Timothy 5:8 WEB says, "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." This verse emphasizes the responsibility of individuals to provide for their own needs and those of their families.
Let us pray:
Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before You today, lifting up our sister and her son Nicholas. Lord, You know their needs, and You have the power to provide for them abundantly. We ask that You would open up opportunities for Nicholas to find a job, and that You would provide for his rent and other needs according to Your will.
Lord, we also pray that You would guide them according to Your principles. Help them to be responsible and wise with their resources, and to trust in You always. Give them the strength and wisdom to navigate this challenging situation, and to grow in their faith and dependence on You.
We ask all of this in the name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ in Jesus' name.
Amen.
Remember, it is only by the name of Jesus that we can approach God and 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."
Trust in God, and encourage Nicholas to do the same. Remind him of his responsibilities, and help him to grow in his faith and dependence on God. May God bless you both and provide for your needs according to His will.