Prayer of the Unemployed

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Dear Lord Jesus Christ, you wanted all who are weary to come to you for support. Lord, I am worn out by my inability to find wage-earning work. Day after day, my worry and fear grow as the rejections of my applications mount. I am able and willing to work but I cannot find a worthwhile job. Please help me to obtain one soon so that I can support myself and my family in a decent way.

However, if it is your will that I wait longer, enable me to worry less and to be able to take advantage of the time available to get closer to you. Let me realize that there are other ways to bring about your kingdom on earth besides salaried work. Help me to make use of them for the time being so that I may continue to grow as a person for your greater glory. Amen

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73 Responses to Prayer of the Unemployed

  1. k.satish says:

    please pray for me to get a job.


    I will definitely pray for u Satish. Nothing is impossible if you have faith in Jesus Christ. I request the readers to pray for Satish.
    Regards
    Admin

  2. Mona says:

    Please pray that my old boss will call and rehire me for the same position I left two years ago ASAP so that I can meet all my debt obligations.
    Thank you.

    I will definitely pray for you. Continue praying in faith. The Lord will definitely answer all our prayers if we have faith.
    Regards
    Admin

  3. Sonya says:

    I ask for your prayers that I get job soon!! Thanks and God Bless


    Hi,
    I will definitely pray for u. Please continue praying to the Lord with Faith. Believe strongly that Jesus will give you a job soon and leave everything unto him. Faith alone is enough.
    Luv Admin

  4. Karen Ferrari says:

    Please pray for me, my sister, her husband (my brother-in-law), my friends: Mary, Shereen, Sandra, Joanne and all those of my parish that are unemployed and desperately looking for jobs. I especially ask for prayers for my friend, Mary who has been out of work for 3 months and has an invalid husband who has been out of work because of his disability. She is very depressed. Also, prayers for myself as I am financially tapped out. I can’t pay my co-op maintenance and will be going to apply for food stamps in the hopes that I qualify. I do have my faith and I do believe Our Lord is taking care of all of us but, at times, it can be a little disheartening. Thank you all and God bless you.


    Hi Karen,
    I have prayed for each one of you to our Lord Jesus Christ. This is the Bible verse which I have got while praying:-
    “Be on your guard; stand firm in your faith; be courageous; be strong. Do everything in love.” 1 Corinthians 16:13-14
    Such beautiful verses from the Bible. The Lord is asking you to be courageous during these difficult times and to trust in the Lord with all your heart. The Lord will take care of you. Please pray with faith and wait in hope for his divine plans to be revealed.
    God Bless!

    Regards
    Jisha

  5. Dawn says:

    I will pray for you all that posted.
    Please pray for me to be offered a great job soon.
    I have been out of work for almost 6 months.
    I have the qualifications, just not a college degree, so I know that is a negative in getting a good job these days.
    I just need someone to trust in me and my many abilities, without the diploma.
    I was harassed in many ways by my previous boss, so I left. I loved the job, I just couldn’t deal with how he treated me any longer.
    Please pray that I get another great job like that soon, but, with a respectful boss.
    I’m a single mother with bills piling up and collectors now calling.
    Please pray for me as I will pray for you my brothers and sisters.

    Hi Dawn,
    The Almighty Lord is merciful and ever loving. He is there with you to guide you and show you the way. Do not worry and leave everything unto him. These are the verses which I got while praying:-
    “When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and through the rivers, they shall not overwhelm you;
    when you walk through fire, you shall not be burned, and the flame shall not consume you.
    For I am the Lord your God”. Isaiah 43:2-3

    The Lord is there with you during these difficult times. He will definitely answer your prayers.

    Regards
    Admin

  6. joseph thomas says:

    I am Joseph Thomas, and i am presently in Qatar. I was having a good job here since 2006, but i lost the job in Sep 2008 and till todate i didn’t get a job. please pray for me and God bless you all. Thanks

    With prayers,
    Joe

    Hi Joseph,
    Please keep praying to our Lord Jesus Christ strongly believing in him. When the time is right, he shall do the needful. Do not give up hope but trust in the Lord.
    “God is my salvation. I will trust him and not be afraid” Isaiah 12:2
    Thanks
    Admin

  7. jessica says:

    please pray that i find meaningful employment. i have been searching for a very long time. i sent out a resume today to a job that i very much would like. please let them give me a chance!

    Hi Jessica,
    Please believe in Lord Jesus Christ and pray arduously. He will strengthen you and guide you so that you may find a meaningful employment.
    These bible verses will keep you strong –
    “I can do all things through him who strengthens me.” Philippians 4:13
    Thanks
    Admin

  8. Jackie says:

    Please pray for my husband, Chris to find a new job. He is changing careers and his contract is ending in May. He is applying online every day to job openings and would like for his resume to be noticed and to get calls for interviews. We are praying today and need to keep our patience and our faith strong!
    Thank you,
    Jackie

    Hi Jackie,

    “Believe in the Lord Jesus Christ, and you will be saved – you and your family.” Acts 16:31
    Please continue praying for your husband Chris. The Lord will definitely bless your family and give Chris the job he deserves. Please be patient for the Lord’s divine time and plan. Never lose faith but let your faith grow stronger day by day.

    Regards
    Admin

  9. Sue says:

    Please pray for me as I continue to look for employment, I have so many resumes out there I just need god to bless one.

    Thank you

    Sue


    Hi Sue,
    Please trust in the Lord and pray to him for his mercy and blessing.
    “Those who trust in the Lord are protected by his constant love.” Psalm 32:10
    If you have faith, the Lord will definitely hear your prayer and bless you with a good job.
    I will pray for you.

    Regards
    Admin

  10. Margaret says:

    Please pray for me to get a job in teaching…I just come home from a horrible interview…I believe that God has given me the gifts to be a teacher…I prayed before I went to this interview and I believe God is saying that this job is not for me…please pray that I get another chance for an interview…thanks


    Hi Margaret,
    “The Lord is gracious and righteous; our God is full of compassion”. Psalm 116:5
    Our merciful Lord will definitely give you many opportunities and when the time is right, he will reveal the job which is perfect for you. Please pray ardently and strongly believe in his love and mercy. You will be be blessed with a job very soon.

    Regards
    Admin

  11. Cheryl says:

    My prayer echoes some as Dawn above. I pray she has already received a job.

    Please pray for me to be offered a great job soon.
    I have been out of work for almost 6 months.
    I have the qualifications, just not a college degree, so I know that is a negative in getting a good job these days.
    I just need someone to trust in me and my many abilities, without the diploma.

    Hi Cheryl,
    Do not be discouraged. Please pray continuously to the Lord and he will bless you with a job.
    “If God is for us, who can be against us?” Romans 8:31
    The Lord is powerful and merciful. Nothing is impossible for him. You are God’s child and when you pray to him, he will work out things in ways which we cannot comprehend.
    Nothing can be against you when you are God’s child. You will definitely find an employer who will trust in your abilities.

    Regards
    Admin

  12. Refilwe says:

    Please pray for my husband Samuel to find a new job, where he will be happy. Please help him to be strong and always remeber that all great things are possible if he believes. He is applying via papers and I am also helping him to get a perfect job. Lord, touch him with your hand. Please help him Oh Mighty Lord.We are stuggling a lot and this cause so much hertache for him. I know that as I am writing this he will receive your blessings my Lord. I am not commanding you Father, but I am begging.Please help him.Amen

    Hi Refilwe,
    Our Lord Almighty will definitely hear your prayers and bless your husband Samuel with a job. The Lord will always show mercy and compassion on his faithful people. As you pray for your husband, be assured that the Lord will fulfill his promise to his chosen ones. These Bible verses will strengthen both of you:
    “When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and through the rivers, they shall not overwhelm you;
    when you walk through fire, you shall not be burned, and the flame shall not consume you.
    For I am the Lord your God”. Isaiah 43:2-3
    So do not worry. The Lord has seen our tears and listened to our cry for mercy. Give thanks to the Lord always.

    Regards
    Admin

  13. Ro says:

    Please pray that I get a good job. I have been out of work for over a year now. I am now finally getting called in for some promising interviews.

    In fact, today I am going back for a second interview with a prospective employer. I hope it pans out — with either this company or the other companies who I have interviewed with.

    I will pray for each and every one of you to find gainful employment. Thank God for this “spiritual support group.”

    God bless…Amen.

    Hi Ro,
    The Lord Jesus Christ has taught us to ask him for our needs:
    “If you ask me for anything in my name, I will do it.” John 14:14
    You need to strongly believe in Lord Jesus Christ and then pray to him. He will give you a wonderful job. Continue praying and remain faithful.

    Regards
    Admin

  14. Haynes says:

    I have been out of work in my field for eight years. I realize that has been a very long time but I feel like I need to because I lost my faith. Even though I have not worked and have been blessed with a wonderful family and I have work in the name of the Lord. For the past three years I have taken care of my grandmother that has been in and out of the hospital when the rest of my family couldn’t do it. My sister would go out of town for work months and months at a time and I would watch and take care of my niece. I have learned that even though I have not had a paying job for years I was working, in the way God wanted me too. It took me a long time to realize God had not forgotten me and I am so grateful. My faith is renewed and my spirits are high. So I pray for the job god has in-store for me. Where I get to use the gifts that God blesses me with. I also pray for everyone that has lost or looking for a job that their faith not be shaken and their hope renewed because I believe it will beginning for greater and better things.

    Sometimes through great stress comes release if we take time to believe.

    Hi Haynes,
    When you care for your family, you are doing God’s will and the Lord will bless you abundantly. His blessing will have no ends.
    “But when the Holy Spirit comes upon you, you will be filled with power.” Acts 1:8
    Please pray to Jesus to be filled with his Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit will guide you and tell you what to do. When you work for the Lord, you will be satisfied spiritually and more. Surrender your life to the Lord completely. He will definitely work out his marvelous plans for your good. Keep up your faith and continue encouraging others!

    Regards
    Admin

  15. Regina says:

    Please pray for me to get a permanent job in a pharmaceutical company where I’d be content & happy. I’ve been looking for a permanent job for nearly one year now. I’m losing my faith in him as it seems that he doesn’t want to answer my prayers. I feel that I’m being punished & I don’t know why. I used to go to church every Sunday but now I regret to say I’m losing my faith… I’d like to reconnect with God again, please pray for me. Pray for me that God grant my wishes esp to give me a permanent full- time job at this particular company as soon as possible as my contract might end soon. Thank you very much.
    Regina

    Hi Regina,
    Our Lord is not a punishing God but a forgiving God. He is the God of love and mercy. The Lord is reminding you that he is your Creator and Benefactor. We are his precious children and he has a wonderful plan for each one of us. “You have no God but me.” Hosea 13:4

    I have prayed for you to our Lord Jesus Christ.
    Please keep these Bible verses in your mind and continue praying in faith:
    “Always pray and never become discouraged.” Luke 18:1
    “‘Never get tired of praying.” Sirach 7:10
    Prayer is the means of talking to God and listening to his words. You need to surrender yourself fully to the Lord and never doubt him even for a moment. He is gracious and will answer all our prayers but we have to wait patiently for his divine plans to be revealed. Never lose faith. Keep praying to our beloved Mother Mary and she will intercede for us.

    Regards
    Admin

  16. Dan says:

    I humbly ask for your prayers that I find a job soon. I’ve been unemployed for over a year, and I also don’t have a college degree, nor a specialized skill set.

    For the first time in a year, the exact job I’ve been looking for has now opened up. I applied a month ago, but I have not heard back. They are reviewing resumes, and I need God’s help so that mine will be considered despite inevitable competition.

    God has blessed me with special graces recently, and I have returned to Him with full commitment for the first time in over 10 years. Yet, I feel my faith struggling slightly from the torment of my prolonged unemployment.

    Should I get this job, countless opportunities will unfold in my life, such as marriage, family, and buying a home. Without work, my future remains empty. Please pray for me that I may quickly begin exploring the path the Lord has planned for me.

    Thank you and God bless you.

  17. Maria says:

    Dear Lord, i do have the ability to work all i want is the opportunity to work and save my house from foreclosure. after i was laid off from work my dad became Ill i was glad i could be there with him, but i compromised my job search and have fallen behind on my mortgage. i have faith in you but as a single mother i struggled so much that I’m getting tired of not making I’m thankful for my children but i also want them to have a home to come to. please help me.

  18. Priyantha says:

    Brothers & sisters in Christ, Please pray for me get a good job as soon as possible as I am desperately seeking employment.
    Since I returned from the Gulf in April 2005, I am without a job. I have been praying to the Lord every day and waiting upon him to hear my cry & tears longing to find employment.
    I believe & trust that God will answer my humble prayers in his own time. This time has really enabled me to get closer to him in many ways. Please do pray for me not to loose my faith & trust in God. Thank you all in Jesus’ name.

    Hi Priyantha,
    Through difficult times, God wants us to be closer to him. He brings suffering to us so that we grow closer to him and will never abandon him. Please continue praying to the Lord and never lose hope. I will pray to the Lord to strengthen you during these difficult times. He will definitely bless you with the perfect job when the time is right.
    “Happy are those who trust in the Lord.” Proverbs 16:20
    Regards
    Jisha

  19. gailsky says:

    I’m losing hope. Please help me pray that I may find a job. My sister already gave up in helping the family. Now being the second eldest, I am in charge of taking care of the family. Though my father have a job, it is not enough to support us. Please help me pray. Pray for my sister who abandon our parents, and pray that I may find a job, and for the Lord to strenghten me. I am so worried. Im crying almost every night. Always interviewed but never getting the job. Im losing hope, Lord.

  20. Jackie says:

    I am a teacher waiting to hear from a principal I interviewed with yesterday. I have been told that he will call me today and that I am in the top 3 applicants he is considering. Please pray for me that if I am not selected that I will not become depressed. I want this job so badly. I hope the Lord blesses me.

  21. Jackie says:

    gailsky I will pray for you. I know what your are going through

  22. sandra says:

    Good day please pray for me, for seven years now i am praying for a job at the hospital i do my course and i really need God to smile on me with this job. send so many applications but no reply. thank you for praying and i will sure to let you know the good result.

    Hi Sandra,
    Please pray to the Lord and rely on him for all your needs. He will definitely bless you with a job that is perfect for you.
    “I rely on your constant love. I will be glad, because you will rescue me.” Psalm 13:5-6
    Regards
    Jisha

  23. Venecia says:

    Please pray that i get a good job as soon as possible…………. thank u… praise the lord

  24. aashi says:

    Please pray for me, I have completed my study 9 months ago and did not get a job. now i am getting frustrated. please pray that i could find a suitable job soon.
    aashi

    Hi Aashi,

    Please pray to the Lord with all your heart and he will definitely give you a job. As you wait for a job, please pray that the Lord brings you closer to him.
    “Wait for the Lord; be strong, and let your heart take courage; wait for the Lord!” Psalm 27:14

    My prayers are always there with you.

    Regards
    Jisha

  25. A says:

    Please pray for me .. I lost my job in 2008. I have become very depressed to the point I no longer want to leave my house or see anyone. I feel like a failure. I went back to school for six months working odds and ends job to keep me going so I know god is providing. I don’t want for anything, I just want to feel productive again. I recently interviewed for a job that is a great fit and I’m still waiting to hear. I fear if this goes on longer no one will want to hire me and I will become more depressed. Thank You !



    Hi,
    Through all your sufferings, our Lord Jesus Christ is bringing you closer to his kingdom.
    He will definitely bless you in his time which maybe different from our own desired time.
    Please continue praying with renewed faith and trust in him.
    All trails lead to salvation. My prayers are always there with you. Do not despair.

    “The Lord is near to the brokenhearted, and saves the crushed in Spirit.” Psalm 34:18
    God bless you!

    Lots of Prayers
    Jisha

  26. Maria says:

    Dear Lord, I understand that things really do happen for a reason. It had been a very bad year for mom & me. I pray that I land a job soon, so I can prosper and continue to do good for others. I thank you for making her much more manageable. I feel a calm when I go to church now. I need to be productive and hold on to my new place. Lord please hear my prayer. Amen

  27. Martha says:

    Hello – I too am desparately seeking a good job. My unemployment will run out in a few weeks, lost my job and home. Please pray that God will open doors, SOON . . . with the perfect job. I’ve been praying for some time now and am waiting on the Lord. Thank You

  28. I too have been lagging because of my lethargy and lack of confidence. I have suffered and continue to suffer. Now I am close to the age retirement and I begin to understand my penurious situation – it appears very very bleak ! But I trust in Our Lord Jesus Christ and in His forgiveness, for He has said “Ask and you shall receive, search and you will find, knock and the door shall be opened unto you”. And also – “My Grace is sufficient unto you”. I pray for all you brothers and sisters who are looking for security, stability and oneness with their family and friends and community through & in Our Lord Jesus Christ, AMEN !

  29. Saravana Kumar says:

    I have lost my most expected interview. I want to be selected in more reputed company than this company with good salary. Oh lord, give me a strength to do it and please be with me for the interview and make me placed in that company. I am expecting to be placed in Ashok Leyland, Rolls Royce.

  30. xavi says:

    Please pray for me. I lost my job in August 2010. From that day onwards, I am trying for another job, but till now it is unsuccessful and also having visa problems. I am trying to change the sponsorship to under my wife’s sponsorship or to take an alternate option. My present sponsor allowed me to stay under their sponsorship upto end of this month.
    I recently interviewed for a job that is suitable fit and I am still awaiting the reply. I have my family and children studying here. Please include me in your prayers.

    God Bless.

    Xavi

  31. Birgit says:

    I would greatly appreciate prayers. I am looking for a job.
    Bless you. Love to all.

  32. teena says:

    i came to Kuwait before 4 months.I didn’t get a job till now. I believe in god,but i don’t know i m losing all strength and confidence now. I cant perform well in interviews…please pray for me please.. i need a job.

    Hi Teena,

    When the Lord is with you, whom shall you fear?

    ” The Sovereign LORD is my strength;
    he makes my feet like the feet of a deer,
    he enables me to tread on the heights. ” Habakkuk 3:19

    Please pray to him with faith and he will give you the confidence and strength to attend interviews. The Lord will definitely lead you to a good job even if it takes time. But never cease praying. Trust in him with all your heart and surrender everything to the Sacred Heart of Jesus.
    God bless you!

    Lots of Prayers
    Jisha

  33. Maria says:

    Please pray for me, I have been out of work for 14 mos, I have an ailing mother, and pray hard every day.I feel like I am losing my way. I have had so many unexpected expenses, and pray I can pay my taxes in Feb. Dear Lord please hear my prayer.

  34. meshack says:

    please pray for me. I am looking for a job. I pray to get a job soon so that I can do good to my younger siblings who are in need of school fees and pay my own bills. Kindly please, include me in your prayers.

    Thanks

  35. Kris says:

    Please pray for me so that i get a good job soon.. I am looking for a job , but no interview calls even. Losing all confidence and strength . I need a job desperately to sustain myself and my family . Request you to please pray for me ..

  36. Maria says:

    Dear Lord please guide me to find a job soon so I am able to keep my home, and look after my elderly mom. Lord please hear my prayers.

  37. sylvia says:

    Dear Lord, please bless me with a good job soon… I need to support my family Lord….Please have mercy on me

  38. Scotty says:

    Dear God please help find a job to take care of myself and help my family. Let me not have to worry about nothing make my faith strong. Help everybody my family, friends, Jax, Mia everybody in this forum. Amen.

  39. Nokwazi says:

    I seriously need a job. l know the Lord will never disappoint me, but sometimes l feel as if He is not listening to my prayers.

  40. kimberly says:

    My husband lost his job 2yrs ago. He has taken a job and is underemployed with the hopes that he can move up. Unfortunately he works 6 days a week 12 hrs a day for 10 dollars an hr he is discouraged and comes home and puts in applications and sends resumes online. Please father God bless Keith with a real job he deserves it in Jesus name I humbly pray Amen.

  41. Debbie says:

    Please pray for me and my husband, we have both been laid off of work and are in desperate need of employment.
    Always keeping my faith strong.
    Thank you – God Bless

  42. Steve says:

    God, please help me find a job. I feel like I am about to loose my family. I used to be a good provider for my family. I have only had 2 jobs my entire 53 years. My wife resents me for having to go back to work after staying at home for 15 years. I want my 2 young children to be proud of their father. After 2 years of being unemployed I do not think that I will ever be the person I once was. I do not know where to turn. I am truely lost.

  43. Cindy says:

    God thanks you for everything that you have done for me. Now I’m having a debt problem, please help me to grant the loan that i have applied, please God help me. Each day I’m suffering because of this problem and have no peace of mind. I calm my self by your prayer. Lord Jesus I only trust in you. Please Help me ASAP.

  44. Dawn says:

    Please pray for me to find a job. I’m having a hard time that i am having hearing impairment since i was born. I keep on trying the lord will bless me.

  45. Marion Batsche says:

    God, in Jesus name I pray that I will find a job, been laid off 2 yrs, my children and husband have never known me to be out of work. I love to work, don’t want to stop, can’t afford it, don’t want to lose all that we have worked for all our lives. I know the market is so bad, but please help all of us that are out of work particularly those of us out for a long time find jobs so we can go back to supporting our families. God, I talk to you everyday, I know you have a plan, but we need help soon. In Jesus name I pray. Thank you

  46. Lurdes says:

    Please pray for me. I have been unemployed for far too long.
    Dear Lord please give me the courage, strength, determination, willpower, and faith to deal with life’s’ everyday struggles so that I may find a meaningful career in order to help support my family and myself. I so desperately need your prayers, this I ask in the name of our dear Lord Jesus Christ, as well as St. Cajetan, Patron Saint of seeking employment. Amen.

  47. Lurdes says:

    Please pray for me to find meaningful steady employment so that I can care and provide for my family and myself. I have been unemployed for a very long time. I need your prayers to give me the strength and courage to keep having faith that I will find work. Thank you for your kind prayers. Amen.

  48. francesca m. says:

    I pray the lord jesus to please help me find employment to help my family. Its been so many months that I have been out of work. I am older and so hard for me to find a good job. So many companies looking for younger ppl. I pray that someone will open a door for me. I pray so hard…I love you jesus..

  49. JMJ says:

    I am a Medical Assistant…and I’ve been looking for a nice job for nearly three months now. I’m losing my faith in him as it seems that he doesn’t want to answer my prayers. Jesus, Divine mercy I don’t know WHY HAVE YOU FORSAKEN ME? I used to PRAY everyday lots of prayer and thanksgiving also prasing and go to church every Sunday but now I regret to say I’m losing my faith… JESUS, I LOVED YOU MORE THAN MYSELF, IS THAT Y U HAVE YOU FORSAKEN ME. I need a job very urgent. I am from INDIA, here settled with my husband and two kids. Losing all confidence and strength. I need a job desperately to sustain myself and my family. Can someone please pray for me….to get a JOB at the earliest. I am very caring, hard-worker, sincere, empathetic, responsible and dedicated person. Can someone please help me to find a good job for me.

  50. Maria says:

    Lord hear my prayers… I need employment soon, or I will be in more despair than ever. I have been looking for 16 months, and have worked very hard my whole life. I am slowly losing all hope and am extremely depressed. I thank you for all your blessings you have given me, and I do understand things do happen for a reason. Lord Jesus please hear my prayer.

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