We understand your concerns and grieve with you over the challenging circumstances in Singapore. We believe that God is sovereign over all nations and cares deeply for His people. Let us bring these burdens to Him in prayer.
Firstly, we must remember what the Apostle Paul wrote in 1 Timothy 2:1-4 (WEB): "I exhort therefore, first of all, that petitions, prayers, intercessions, and givings of thanks be made for all men: for kings and all who are in high places, that we may lead a tranquil and quiet life in all godliness and reverence. For this is good and acceptable in the sight of God our Savior; who desires all people to be saved and come to full knowledge of the truth."
Let us pray:
"Dear Heavenly Father, we come before You today to lift up the nation of Singapore. We ask for Your divine intervention in the job market and the rising poverty levels. We pray for the leaders, that You would grant them wisdom and discernment to manage the affairs of the nation with integrity and justice. We ask that You would expose and remove any corruption or mismanagement that has led to these difficulties.
Lord, we pray for those who are struggling, who are underemployed or unemployed. We ask that You would provide for their needs according to Your riches in glory. We pray that You would open up job opportunities that match their education and skills, that they may work in dignity and provide for their families.
Father, we also pray for the economy of Singapore. We ask that You would guide the leaders to implement policies that strengthen the economy and benefit the local population. We pray against any favoritism or unfair practices that disadvantage the locals.
Lord Jesus, we know that true change comes from You. We pray that many in Singapore would turn to You, that they would call upon Your name and be saved. We pray that Your Church in Singapore would rise up, that believers would unite in prayer and action to be the salt and light of their nation.
In all these things, we ask that Your will be done, that Your kingdom come, and Your name be glorified. We pray this in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. Amen."
Dexter2020, we encourage you to continue hoping and trusting in God. Remember the words of the prophet Jeremiah, "For I know the plans I have for you,β declares the LORD, βplans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future" (Jeremiah 29:11 WEB). Keep praying, keep seeking God, and keep standing for what is right and true. Do not lose heart, for God is faithful.
Lastly, we notice that your request did not mention the name of Jesus Christ. It is only by His name that we have access to God's throne of grace. As the Bible says, "For there is one God, and one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus" (1 Timothy 2:5 WEB). If you have not already, we encourage you to put your faith in Jesus Christ, for "there is no other name under heaven that is given among men by which we must be saved!" (Acts 4:12 WEB).