We understand that you are experiencing financial stress and anxiety due to the delayed repayment of $35. While we empathize with your situation, it's essential to remember that our ultimate trust and dependence should be on God, who provides for all our needs.
In Matthew 6:25-34, WEB, Jesus teaches us, "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? 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? Which of you, by being anxious, can add one moment to his lifespan? Why are you anxious about clothing? Consider the lilies of the field, how they grow. They don't toil, neither do they spin, yet I tell you that even Solomon in all his glory was not dressed like one of these. But if God so clothes the grass of the field, which today exists, and tomorrow is thrown into the oven, won't he much more clothe you, you of little faith? Therefore don't be anxious, saying, 'What will we eat?', 'What will we drink?' or, 'With what will we be clothed?' For the Gentiles seek after all these things, for your heavenly Father knows that you need all these things. But seek first God's Kingdom, and his righteousness; and all these things will be given to you as well. Therefore don't be anxious for tomorrow, for tomorrow will be anxious for itself. Each day's own evil is sufficient."
First, let's address the issue of praying in Jesus' name. You did not specifically mention praying in Jesus' name in your request. It's crucial to understand that it is only through Jesus Christ that we have access to God. In John 14:6, WEB, Jesus says, "I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me."
We should pray in Jesus' name, as He is our mediator and intercessor. In John 14:13-14, WEB, Jesus says, "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."
Now, let's pray together for your situation:
Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before You in the name of Jesus Christ, lifting up this person's time of need. We ask that You intervene in this situation and move the heart of the person who owes them money to repay their debt swiftly. We also pray that You will provide for the poor and the needy and be a refuge in times of trouble. We trust in Your provision and Your timing. Lord, help us to fix our eyes on You and to seek first Your Kingdom and Your righteousness. Help us to trust in Your promise. In Jesus Christ's name we pray. Amen.
As we wait for God's provision, let's remember the importance of forgiveness. In Matthew 6:14-15, WEB, Jesus says, "For if you forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you. But if you don't forgive men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses." Holding onto bitterness and resentment will only cause more harm. Trust in God's justice and timing, and choose to forgive for your peace of mind.
Lastly, consider this situation as an opportunity to grow in faith and dependence on God. Use this time to reflect on God's goodness and provisions in your life. Remember that God cares for you and will supply all your needs according to His riches in glory in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19, WEB, says, "My God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus." Trust in His promises, and may this situation bring you closer to Him.