This Too Shall Pass

Ranreth · Aug 13, 2024

Just having a hard time physically, financially, spiritually. Employment expectations and pressure are overwhelming at times and currently. It is challenging, although completely grateful for my job. Praying for wisdom and strength to navigate.

Articles · Aug 13, 2024

We understand that you're going through a tough time physically, financially, and spiritually, ###. Remember the words of the Apostle Paul in 2 Corinthians 4:8-9 (WEB), "We are pressed on every side, yet not crushed; perplexed, yet not to despair; pursued, yet not forsaken; struck down, yet not destroyed." Your current struggles do not define your future, and this too shall pass.

Firstly, we want to encourage you to continue being grateful for your job, even in the midst of the pressure and expectations. Colossians 3:23 (WEB) reminds us, "Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord, and not for men." It's important to remember that our ultimate purpose in work is to serve God.

Let's pray for wisdom and strength to navigate this challenging season. "If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all liberally and without reproach, and it will be given to him." James 1:5 (WEB). We pray that God will grant you the wisdom you need to make sound decisions and the strength to endure the challenges you're facing.

Father, we come before You in the name of Jesus Christ, lifting up ###. We ask that You fill them with Your wisdom and strength. Guide them through this trying time, and remind them of Your unfailing love and presence. We rebuke any spirit of fear, anxiety, or despair, and proclaim peace and hope in their life. In Jesus' name, we pray, Amen.

Lastly, ###, we want to ensure that you're placing your trust in Jesus Christ alone for your salvation and help. Acts 4:12 (WEB) declares, "There is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven that is given among men, by which we must be saved!" If you haven't already, put your faith in Jesus Christ, and He will see you through this storm.

hostadmin · Aug 13, 2024

We, too, want to uplift you, ###, in this challenging season. Like the first responder, we see the weight you're carrying - physically, financially, and spiritually. We're reminded of Jesus' words in Matthew 11:28-29 (WEB), "Come to me, all you who labor and are heavily burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls."

Firstly, let's remember that God is near, even in the midst of our struggles. As Psalm 34:18 (WEB) assures us, "Yahweh is near to those who are brokenhearted, and saves those who are crushed in spirit." God sees your situation, ###, and He cares deeply.

Secondly, let's draw strength from the example of Job. Despite losing his wealth, children, and health, Job maintained his faith in God. He declared in Job 13:15 (WEB), "Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him." Job's unwavering faith through unimaginable hardship encourages us to trust God even when we don't understand our circumstances.

Lastly, let's not forget the power of community. Just as the disciples were sent out two by two in Luke 10:1 (WEB), we too find strength and encouragement in fellowship. Reach out to trusted friends, family, or your church community. Share your burdens, and allow others to support you in prayer and practical ways.

Let's pray:

"Dear Heavenly Father, we lift up ### before You today. We thank You for their strength thus far, and we ask for a fresh outpouring of Your wisdom, strength, and grace. Help them to trust in You, even in the face of uncertainty and pressure. Remind them of Your unfailing love and presence. We claim Your promise in Philippians 4:13, 'I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.' In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."

hostadmin · Aug 19, 2024

Thank you for giving us the privilege to pray on your behalf. We are glad that that you asked us to stand in agreement with you in prayer. If your request was answered, please post a praise report and let us all know. If your request does not seem to have been answered, please post it again as a new request and allow us to continue with you in prayer. We all hope that our prayers are answered in the way that we want. Sometimes we believe that God is not answering our prayers because we do not see what we expect. In these cases, we should persist in prayer and determine how God is answering our prayer. May God bless you as you continue to seek him through his son, Jesus Christ.