Pray for us..?

Question

Ok well my family is having alot of problems financially...(i am 15). I have midterms coming up and i am nervous..my mom was crying the other day because we don't know if we are going to move so we can't get a christmas tree. And my mom usualy goes all out on Christmas. Since i know everything about the family and what goes on (my siblings don't) they were saying that we might only get one present each. I feel bad for my parents more than anyone else because they used to have alot of money and used to buy us alot of gifts on christmas.i know its slowly killing my parents and they think its all their fault.Do you think things will get better. We have been through alot these past years and its only gotten worst. I know it could get worse but this is byfar the worst. Will we win Mega Money tonight? I know things will get better even as bad as it seems because everything happens for a reason.

we need the money cuz we bascially lost our house and we need to find a new place to live...i dont want alot of money i just want something that will get us back onto our feet

i could care less about christmas we just need to find a place to live...

i only worry about Christmas because of how my parents feel..

my parents will not ask any government agency or any other person for money..

Answer 1

You are a wise and loving son! It would be a true honor to pray for your dear family! You are a blessing to your parents!

Father, we are lifting up this precious family to You. You know their needs. Father, You are a God of provision. Thank You that You are providing for this family. That You will open doors for them that no one can close. Thank You that You will bless this family with the means to provide for all their needs. Thank You for walking with each and every one of them. For directing their footsteps. Father, You say in Your Word that "we shall not want". We stand on Your word! Also, we ask that You send this loving son peace and confidence knowing that You love them and will provide. Please help him to do well on his midterms. Send the Holy Spirit to comfort this family. We thank You in advance and give You glory and praise! In Jesus' name........amen!

You have such faith at a young age! You are looking to the Lord and this is the right place to look. Put Your trust in the Lord and He will provide all you need. God bless you and your family! I am here to agree in prayer for any requests you may have! I am an email away. Thank you for allowing us to pray with you!

†In His Service Prayer Warrior†

Answer 2

Your family is in a bad situation, to be sure. You need to understand what this season is about, though. It isn't about getting presents.

To Christians it is about celebrating the birth of What they claim is the son of God.


This time of year was celebrated by Pagans for another reason. It signals the winter Solstice and the beginning of the days getting longer and the nights shorter.
It is also a time when the community would come together and support each other to get through the winter. The "Christmas tree" (more acurately - Yule tree) is a symbol of everlasting life. look up the history of the Yule tree for details as to why we bring the tree into our homes.

The point being that this is a time for everyone to come together to help each other. Your whole family can do that.

You want presents, then make them for each other. They come from the heart, then. Making a present means a lot more than just going out and buying something, but it isn't the present that matters. It is the thought and intent that really matters.

The real reason for the season isn't about Jesus or God or anything like that. It is about being there for each other and helping each other through the cold heartless winter.

You have shown great courage in telling everyone this problem and asking for help.
We cannot speak for the Christians, but us Pagans know that the Gods and Goddesses love those who love others and you will all get through this if you work together as a family. Put action to your hopes and the answers and help will come.

Just stay away from asking any government agencies like DCF for help. They will destroy and endanger your family more than they will help.

Answer 3

Hi,
let me give you a couple of ideas. We have been through some pretty thin times at Christmas so I know how it can be. But.....some of the best family memories were when we did not have much. One year we did coupon books....that was fun. Just made up things that we knew the other person liked....like a back rub, a foot rub, washing the dishes, doing the laundry...stuff like that. Then we put an expiration date on it....like they had to USE it soon! Another thing we did was to get a tiny tree and write IOU's and put them on the tree. I did this for my daughter. She had a wish list for Christmas.....so I put each thing on a different IOU with a payday date on it. She could get her whole wishlist...one thing each payday....so Christmas lasted a LONG time that year! Really, Christmas is more fun with "family" time....like just playing games....or watching a movie and popcorn...taking pictures. Helping other people worse off than you can make some great memories too! I WILL keep you in my prayers for you to have the BEST Christmas ever!! Use your imagination! Take care....and BIG HUGS!!


† On-call Prayer Warrior †

Answer 4

I'm really sorry your family is going through this. I've had financial problems almost all my life, raising four boys as a single mom. It was heartbreaking to not be able to give them the Christmas that I had as a child. But somehow, Christmas always worked out. They may have only gotten one gift each, but we were together, and the love that we shared as a family was so much more important than the gifts we could or couldn't give. You are right that everything happens for a reason, and sometimes He just wants us to look to him. If he wants us to have a Christmas we will. He loves us and wants the best for us, and going through hard times makes us stronger, better people. Especially when we remember what is important. I hope your family is able to focus on the "reason for the season", and enjoy it no matter what. Blessings

Answer 5

Hi friend,
Of course I'll pray for you. but it will be about changing your perspective rather than anything. You see, the situation is already there and as much as you are doing everything you can, it's not a guarantee that you'll be able to get back on your feet. But "altering your outlook in life" can do a lot of wonders for you and your family. I felt what you're feeling right now because I went through that same situation. I was also 15 then. But being "down on the dumps" creates many unique situations, 1st, it strengthen your family bond, 2nd, it makes you more thrifty with money at an early age. a trait which will be useful when you finally leave nest & 3rd, it makes you more humble and understanding of other people's problems. 4th, it almost always brings out the best qualities of you. As they said, apply pressure to an orange & the best of it comes out. I can tell you all this because these are what I learned during those tough years of being down. Being rich and comfortable is fun, but it also makes you lazy and compacent. Believe me, what happened now will be something you'll be thankful for 10-15 years down the road, because in exchange for all those material gains, you've become a stronger, matured and more responsible person.

Answer 6

Your family seems really tight, and that is your blessing. Many people will be having a "perfect Christmas", but their families don't give a toss for each other. Just remember, this is a stressfull time, but money is not love. Presents can be free, and a true representation of the love and commitment you feel to each other. You are not the first people to have hard times, and by no means will be the last. These sorts of things can happen to anybody at almost anytime. Stand by each other, and be as helpful to your parents as you can. And be kind to the little ones. They know something is going on, but may not be able to understand it all.

Answer 7

Christmas is not about gifts, it's about Family and acknowledging the birth of Christ. Yes things will get better, just ask Jesus for help, and see what happens. I'm not a real holly person, but when I was down, about to loose my home, I just cried out and ask him to help me out, and guess what, an old co worker came by one day, and seen what was going on, and he said he had just gotten a lot of money, and gave me what I needed to pay my mortgage, and didn't even want it back! Just keep it, he said. Then went off to move away. So just get down and really, really ask!!!! There are Angles.

Answer 8

My dear friend I would be honored to pray for you. I pray that your family doesn't lose the home and that you will all be bless on this wondrous Christmas. Just remember, it is in the valleys that we grow. meaning through the bad times it makes us stronger. Also remember that Christmas is a special occasion., it is the birth of Christ. What a beautiful thing this is. I will pray that your family will have a wonderful Christmas with all the trimmings. I know that the Lord will bless you with your needs. God Bless you for asking for prayers. You are so thoughtful. May the Lord pour down his Blessings on you and your family.Please don;t fret, The Lord will come through for you my dear. God Bless. t Concerned Prayer Warrior t

Answer 9

I will pray for you and your family. I feel your pain, because I have been through that too. Now I can tell you that I look back, whatever the situation is, as you said everthing happens for a reason and certainly it is not the money that can make a family happy, happiness is matter of how you look at things.

I think that your parents are lucky to have a thoughtful boy like you who really cares about them.

Answer 10

I don't think that you will win Mega Money tonight, but I do think that things will get better. Some people have had much worse in their lives and come through (self included). Keep helping out at home, keep studying, etc. One of my happiest Christmases didn't involved gifts or a tree, just gratitude for being alive (long story).

Answer 11

as a teen this can be emotionally difficult i am a mother of 5 and i don't have a tree either, it breaks my heart. what your parents need to hear is that material things aren't important. and this time of year it normal to struggle. you need to concentrate on school there are families out there who don't even have there family's. this is the time when you need to applicate the presence of your loved ones and not the presents or the tree this will help your parents be less stressed. why don't you orchestrate a Christmas that does not revolve around presents and trees but around the love of your family. ALSO there are several places that will help families out with gifts/food you need to see your school counselor i know its embarrassing but know one needs to know


GOOD LUCK my prayers are with you PRAYING DOES WORK!!