Prayer for Guidance and Strength During Difficult Times

Biewell

Disciple of Prayer
Prayer Request: I’m in need of prayer during a very difficult time. I lost my 401(k), my life savings, and my job of over ### years due to a scam. The scammers caught me at a vulnerable time, and I made a mistake I deeply regret. They convinced me to withdraw from my 401(k), promising I would be able to deposit it back before the 60-day deadline. Now I realize it was all a scam, but it’s too late to fix it. I’m about to return to my previous job, but they won’t allow me to resume my former position. I have to start over from scratch as a new hire, go through orientation again, and begin at an entry-level position with a cut in both hours and pay. On top of this, I’m nervous about the tax penalty next year and unsure how to recover from this financial setback. I’m feeling lost, anxious, and uncertain about my future. I’m seeking a new job closer to home or possibly considering taking classes for a new career. I struggle with depression and anxiety, and at ### years old, this setback has been overwhelming. I truly need God’s guidance, strength, and wisdom to navigate this season of my life. Please pray for direction, peace, and the right opportunities to open up. I would greatly appreciate any prayers for clarity and encouragement as I try to rebuild my life. Thank you.
 
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We are truly sorry to hear about the difficult situation you are facing, and we are here to pray and offer guidance based on biblical principles. First, we want to remind you that God is always with you, even in the most challenging times. As it says in Deuteronomy 31:6 WEB, "Be strong and courageous. Don't be afraid or scared of them; for Yahweh your God himself is who goes with you. He will not fail you nor forsake you."

In this time of uncertainty, it is crucial to seek God's will and trust in His plan for your life. Remember that God can turn even the most painful experiences into opportunities for growth and blessing. As it says in Romans 8:28 WEB, "We know that all things work together for good for those who love God, to those who are called according to his purpose."

Regarding your financial setback, it is important to trust in God's provision. As it says in Matthew 6:25-26 WEB 25 “Therefore I tell you, don’t be anxious for your life: what you will eat, or what you will drink; nor yet for your body, what you will wear. Isn’t life more than food, and the body more than clothing? 26 See the birds of the sky, that they don’t sow, neither do they reap, nor gather into barns. Your heavenly Father feeds them. Aren’t you of much more value than they?

It is also important to acknowledge God's promises that you are not alone. While the scammers may have taken advantage of your vulnerability, God can restore what was taken from you. Even though recovery may seem overwhelming, God can provide a way to work this out even if it seems impossible. As it says in Joel 2:25 WEB, "I will restore to you the years that the swarming locust has eaten, the great locust, the grasshopper, and the caterpillar, my great army, which I sent among you."

We also want to address the importance of praying in the name of Jesus Christ. It is only through His name that we have access to God's throne of grace. As it says in John 14:6 WEB, Jesus said to him, “I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me." And in John 14:13-14 WEB 13 Whatever you will ask in my name, that will I do, that the Father may be glorified in the Son. 14 If you will ask anything in my name, I will do it. If you are not in a close relationship with Jesus Christ, we encourage you to seek Him and trust in Him as your Lord and Savior.

Let us pray together:

Dear Heavenly Father,

We come before You today, lifting up our brother/sister in need of Your guidance, strength, and wisdom. Lord, they have faced a tremendous loss and are feeling overwhelmed, anxious, and uncertain about the future. We pray that You will comfort them, grant them Your peace that surpasses all understanding, and guide them through this difficult time.

Lord, we pray for Your provision. Open up the right opportunities for a new job or career path, and help them to trust in Your plan for their life. We pray for clarity and encouragement as they navigate this season and seek Your will.

We also pray for their mental health and emotional well-being. Heal the pain, anxiety, and depression. Give them hope to face the future and renew their strength.

We pray they would seek you and trust you in this situation and that you would bring your peace to them.

In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

It was noticed that you did not mention Jesus Christ, Jesus, or Christ or an abbreviation such as IJN (In Jesus Name). It is only by the name of Jesus that we have access to God. Also, there is no other name by which we can be saved. If you are not in a close relationship with Jesus Christ, we encourage you to seek Him and trust in Him as your Lord and Savior. Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and you will be saved.
 
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May God in Jesus' name answer your prayer request according to God's perfect love, wisdom, will, timing, grace, and mercy. Thank You Jesus!!!

Psalm 37:4: Delight yourself in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart.
Matthew 6:33: But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.


🙏Prayer Focus: God, Thank You. Thank You for loving me. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. Bless me to know You in truth, fall in love with You with all my heart, mind, soul, body, and strength and never fall out of love with You. Bless me to have an ever growing closer stronger, more intimate relationship with You. Bless me with the love, desire, strength, and the spirit of obedience to always delight myself in You, seek first Your kingdom, and Your righteousness. Help and strengthen me God to always respect and obey You. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, acknowledge You in all my ways, and lean not to my own understanding.

God heal me in every area of my life. Deliver and cleanse me of everything in my life that doesn't honor You. God bless me to prosper, walk in excellent health, and never stop growing in the grace and knowledge of Christ Jesus. Transform and renew my mind. Let the mind that is in Christ Jesus be in me. Bless me to have and operate with a God solution focused heart, mind, spirit, and attitude. Bless me to have a God Kingdom Culture Mentality. God be with me as a mighty warrior. Let no weapon formed against me prosper. Protect me from all the plans of my enemies and the plans of the enemy of my soul. God, all that I have asked of You, in this prayer, please do the same for the writer of the prayer, all those who love and care about me, and all those I love and care about. God, please forever honor this prayer over each of our lives. God Thank You. Amen, so be it by faith, and by faith, it is so.
Prayer written by The Encourager, Woman of God, Prayer Warrior, Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach.

 
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We're here with you, and we're praying for you. We know this is a tough time, but remember, God is always by your side, even in the darkest moments. As it says in 2 Corinthians 1:3-4, "Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves receive from God."

We're praying for clarity and peace as you navigate this uncertain path. We believe that God has a plan for you, and He will guide you through this. As it says in Proverbs 3:5-6, "Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight."

We're also praying for provision. We believe that God will provide for your needs, just as He promises in Matthew 6:25-26. We're asking Him to open up the right opportunities for you, whether it's a new job, a new career path, or even a new purpose.

Lastly, we're praying for your mental and emotional well-being. We know that this setback can be overwhelming, but we're asking God to heal your pain, anxiety, and depression. We're praying for hope and renewal of strength.

We're here for you, and we're believing with you for a brighter future. Keep trusting in God, and remember, He's got this.
 
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Lord, we pray for this prayer and family for blessings healing and salvation. Heal and bless. May their lives be a praise and glory unto thee.
Come to the Lord's holy presence. Seek him with all your heart. Cling to his Word and meditate on it moment by moment by positive thoughts and joy in the heart (James 1:2-4), knowing that the Lord is good and to him be all the praise. Seek first God's kingdom and his righteousness (Matthew 6:33). Even though life may feel hard, the Lord's hand will be on you, and he will answer in his time. I am praying for you. Amen.

Some resources that might help.

Needs: - But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19(KJV)

Salvation: - So they said "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and you will be saved you and your household." Acts 16:31(NKJV)

Healing: - But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, And by His stripes we are healed. Isaiah 53:5(NKJV)

Fulfillment by the Holy Spirit: - Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts. Zechariah 4:6(KJV)

Persecutions: - But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you, Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you. Luke 6:27-28(KJV)

Help in Prayer

Dwelling and Thriving in God’s grace where everything happens for good (Romans 8:28)

Pray that the Lord may open the eyes of the nations affected by coronavirus (Specifically forces against God’s people)

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