Praying For Our Economy, Jobs, And Our Daily Provisions
Day 22 - October 18, 2024
Daniel Schrider Chair, President, and CEO of Sandy Spring Bank View Website
Devotion For Day 22
Therefore do not be anxious, saying, ‘What shall we eat?’ or ‘What shall we drink?’ or ‘What shall we wear?’ For the Gentiles seek after all these things, and your heavenly Father knows that you need them all. But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you
“And my God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus” (Philippians 4:19).
Christian philosopher, Dallas Willard, writes, “God is not worried He is going to run out of something. It is so important to remember this when we are fretting over a perceived need. At such a time, we may be tempted to think that maybe God is as stingy and small as we are. He is not. God loves to give.”
The Bible is filled with accounts of people trusting God during moments of financial difficulties or when the need was greater than the supply on hand. One example is when the fish and loaves of bread were multiplied to feed the crowd of thousands. The crowd was in need and the supply was much less than the demand of the hungry men, women, and children. The food was miraculously multiplied so that everyone in attendance ate and was satisfied.
Author, Susan Ball says, “When we put our trust in Him rather than our jobs or wealth, we can relax and live in peace regardless of what is happening in the world. The privilege of calling Christ your Lord involves walking with the One who holds your future in His hand. ‘Command those who are rich in this age not to be haughty, nor to trust in uncertain riches but in the living God, who gives us richly all things to enjoy’ (1 Timothy 6:17).”
Father God, so many of Your people are concerned about the current state of our economy, keeping or finding jobs, and providing for even the most basic needs. Perhaps for such a time as this, You remind us of how often Your Word tells us not to be anxious or afraid…and how You have repeatedly assured us of Your proficiency to provide for our daily needs. Help us to trust in Your ability instead of our own and to look to Your endless resources rather than remain worried about what we think we lack. You are able when we are not – we are simply to trust in You!
Prayer Topics
- Pray that God will help our struggling economy to recover and grow strong again.
- Pray for someone you know who is searching for a job or lacks the resources to care for basic needs.
- Ask God to help you remember that He is ultimately the owner of everything. “The earth is the Lord’s, and all it contains, the world, and those who dwell in it” (Psalm 24:1).
- Ask the Father to help you live generously. “Give, and it will be given to you…” (Luke 6:38)
- Ask God to help you practice good stewardship of all He has blessed you with.
