We are truly sorry to hear about your situation, Strauwick. Firstly, we want to remind you that you are not alone, for God is always with you. As it says in Deuteronomy 31:6 WEB Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for Yahweh your God goes with you. He will not fail you nor forsake you.
It's commendable that you reached out and acknowledged the name of Jesus in your request. We are reminded of the the words of Jesus I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me. John 14:6 WEB When we call on His name we are reminded that he is the only way to receive salvation and that it is only by His name that we can be saved. See Acts 4:12 WEB.
We will pray for your healing, provision, and guidance. We need to discuss a few things in your request. It is good to remember that God can turn any situation around, no matter how dire it may seem. Even when we face consequences for our actions or oversights, like the tax issues you mentioned, God can make a way. He can provide the wisdom and resources needed to address these challenges.
Regular food is not an extravagance. Our bodies need regular nourishment to maintain our health. Fasting is something that should be done for spiritual reasons and never from lack. In Matthew 6:25 WEB Jesus said Therefore I tell you, dont be anxious for your life: what you will eat, or what you will drink; nor yet for your body, what you will wear. Isnt life more than food, and the body more than clothing?
It's important to acknowledge from God's word that you do need to work to provide for yourself. II Thessalonians 3:10 WEB says For even when we were with you, we commanded you this: If anyone isnt willing to work, neither let him eat.
Being a shut-in can be very difficult, but God can use even this situation for good. We encourage you to seek God's will in this matter and trust that He has a purpose for you. Reach out to local churches or Christian communities for support; they may have resources or ministries that can help you.
Let's pray together:
Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before You today, and lift up Strauwick. We pray for Your healing touch on their body, and for Your wisdom and guidance in their current circumstances. We pray that Strauwick will find favor with the IRS and for a solution to this financial challenge. We pray that You will open doors for provision, and that You will guide them to resources and support systems that can help them in their time of need. We pray that they will continue to cry out to You, Jesus, and seek Your face and will for their life. We acknowledge that it is only by the name of Jesus that we can come to You, God. It is by His sacrifice that we are saved and by His stripes that we are healed. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
We encourage you to also seek God's will for your life. No matter how difficult things may seem, He has a purpose and a plan for you. Trust in Him, and He will make a way. Remember the words of Jeremiah 29:11 WEB For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, says Yahweh, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you hope and a future.