Dear Lord, I know that we all need money. Your Word says it’s the answer for everything.1 But I am so focused on making, and getting money, that I’ve lost my focus on You, the One who makes it even possible. I am more and more aware of what the “love of money has created in my life”. It has created challenges. Your Word clearly teaches that the love of money is a root of all kinds of evils.2 I admit that I have, too often, allowed financial desires to overshadow my faith in You. Help me to overcome this craving that’s causing great pain and turmoil.3
Father, I seek to be free from the love of money, choosing instead to be content with what I have.4 Remind me that true wealth is not measured by material possessions but by my relationship with You and the treasures I lay up in Heaven.5 Teach me to guard against covetousness, understanding that my life does not consist in the abundance of possessions.6 Help me to remember Your words: “no one can serve two masters”.7 Strengthen my resolve to serve You wholeheartedly, rather than succumb to the pressures of materialism.
May I pursue righteousness, faith, and love, instead of chasing wealth.8 I desire to be diligent and wise with my resources, gathering little by little rather than seeking quick gains that will ultimately diminish.9 In moments of anxiety about my needs, let me lean on Your promise that You know what I need, and I should seek first Your Kingdom and righteousness.10 I trust that as I focus on You, all these things will be added unto me, relieving me of the burdens that come from worrying about finances.
Help me to live as rich in faith and love, valuing spiritual wealth over earthly gains.11 Thank You for Your guidance and for freedom that comes from placing my trust in You rather than in the uncertain riches of this world. In Jesus’ name.