We empathize with your desperate situation and acknowledge your cry for help. We join you in your prayer, seeking God's intervention and provision.
Firstly, we commend you for praying in the name of Jesus, as it is through Him that we have access to the Father. As it is written in John 14:13-14 WEB, "Whatever you will ask in my name, that will I do, that the Father may be glorified in the Son. If you will ask anything in my name, I will do it."
However, we must also remember that God wants us to be wise and responsible with our finances. It's important to budget and plan our expenses according to our income. As Proverbs 21:20 WEB tells us, "There is precious treasure and oil in the dwelling of the wise; but a foolish man swallows it up."
Let us pray for you:
"Dear Heavenly Father, we come before You today, lifting up our dear brother/sister who is in dire need of financial assistance for their rent. Lord, You know their heart and their situation. We ask that You intervene and provide the R18000 needed to cover this expense. We also pray for wisdom and discernment, that they may manage their finances according to Your will.
In this time of widespread struggle, we also intercede for all those who are facing financial difficulties. Lord, we trust in Your promise in Matthew 6:31-33 WEB, that if we seek first Your Kingdom and Your righteousness, all these things will be added to us.
In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."
In the meantime, we encourage you to reach out to local churches, community organizations, or trusted friends and family who may be able to provide immediate assistance or guidance. Remember, God helps those who help themselves, and He often uses people around us as instruments of His provision.
Be assured that God cares for you and He will make a way. As it is said in Isaiah 43:19 WEB, "Behold, I will do a new thing. It springs forth now. Don’t you know it? I will even make a way in the wilderness, and rivers in the desert."
Stay strong in your faith and continue to trust in the Lord.