A Prayer of Gratitude for God's Gifts of Wealth and Joy
"Every man also to whom God hath given riches and wealth, and hath given him power to eat thereof, and to take his portion, and to rejoice in his labour; this is the gift of God." - Ecclesiastes 5:19
Heavenly Father,
As I come before You today, I am filled with gratitude for the abundance You provide and the blessings that surround me. The verse from Ecclesiastes 5:19 speaks to my heart, reminding me that "Every man also to whom God hath given riches and wealth, and hath given him power to eat thereof, and to take his portion, and to rejoice in his labour; this is the gift of God." Lord, I thank You for the gifts that come from Your gracious hand—gifts that I do not take lightly.
First and foremost, I acknowledge that all I possess is from You. The wealth and resources I have are not solely the result of my labor or my striving but are blessings You have graciously bestowed upon me. You have granted me the ability to produce and pursue the work I love, and as I labor, I pray that I may always remember to give thanks for the fruits of my efforts. May I never take my skills, my passion, or the opportunities I have for granted, but let them be a continuous source of gratitude that leads me closer to You.
Lord, help me to recognize that wealth and material possessions are but temporary. Teach me that true richness comes not from the things I own but from how I live my life and the relationships I cultivate. May I take joy in what I have, always remembering that my true treasure is found in You and in the community You have blessed me with. I pray that I will be wise with the resources You provide, using them to bless others and to extend Your love to those in need.
As I reflect on the notion of "power to eat thereof,” I ask for discernment in how I enjoy the fruits of my labor. Let my heart not be consumed by greed or excessive desire for more, but may I find contentment in the portion You have provided me. Help me to enjoy life’s pleasures as You intended, with a spirit of gratitude, moderation, and joy. Teach me to celebrate the simple things—a meal shared with loved ones, the beauty of nature, or a moment of laughter. Let these simple joys be a reminder of Your presence in my life and the abundant grace You pour upon me.
Furthermore, Lord, I pray that rejoicing in my labor may be a testament to Your goodness. Help me to work diligently, not for the expectation of recognition or reward, but out of love for You and my fellow man. May my work reflect Your character and bring honor to Your name. Let my accomplishments serve as a platform for promoting Your kingdom and sharing the Gospel. May I be a light to others, showing them the joy that comes from living in obedience to You and using our talents for Your glory.
God, I also lift up to You those who may be struggling to find the meaning in their labor or the joy in their provisions. Comfort those who may feel weighed down by burdens where work becomes tiresome and unfulfilling. Open their eyes to see the blessings that await them and remind them of the good gifts You have for each of Your children. Restore hope where it has been lost and joy where there is despair.
In closing, I ask that my life would reflect a heart that is always thankful for the wealth and riches You have given, for the opportunities to enjoy my portion, and for the ability to rejoice in my labor. May my heart be aligned with Your will, and may I always remember that these are indeed the true gifts of God. Thank You, Lord, for the richness of Your love, the wealth of Your grace, and the joy that comes from walking hand in hand with You daily.
In Jesus’ precious name, I pray, Amen.
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Ecclesiastes 5:19 - "Every man also to whom God hath given riches and wealth, and hath given him power to eat thereof, and to take his portion, and to rejoice in his labour; this is the gift of God."
"Every man also to whom God hath given riches and wealth, and hath given him power to eat thereof, and to take his portion, and to rejoice in his labour; this is the gift of God." - Ecclesiastes 5:19
Ecclesiastes 5:5 - "Better is it that thou shouldest not vow, than that thou shouldest vow and not pay."
Ecclesiastes 10:19 - "¶ A feast is made for laughter, and wine maketh merry: but money answereth all things."
Ecclesiastes 7:19 - "Wisdom strengtheneth the wise more than ten mighty men which are in the city."
Ecclesiastes 5:9 - "¶ Moreover the profit of the earth is for all: the king himself is served by the field."
Ecclesiastes 4:5 - "The fool foldeth his hands together, and eateth his own flesh."
Ecclesiastes 7:5 - "It is better to hear the rebuke of the wise, than for a man to hear the song of fools."
Ecclesiastes 5:7 - "For in the multitude of dreams and many words there are also divers vanities: but fear thou God."
Ecclesiastes 5:3 - "For a dream cometh through the multitude of business; and a fool's voice is known by multitude of words."
Ecclesiastes 5:14 - "But those riches perish by evil travail: and he begetteth a son, and there is nothing in his hand."
Ecclesiastes 10:5 - "There is an evil which I have seen under the sun, as an error which proceedeth from the ruler:"
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Ecclesiastes 5:10 - "He that loveth silver shall not be satisfied with silver; nor he that loveth abundance with increase: this is also vanity."
Ecclesiastes 5:13 - "There is a sore evil which I have seen under the sun, namely, riches kept for the owners thereof to their hurt."
Ecclesiastes 5:11 - "When goods increase, they are increased that eat them: and what good is there to the owners thereof, saving the beholding of them with their eyes?"
Ecclesiastes 5:17 - "All his days also he eateth in darkness, and he hath much sorrow and wrath with his sickness."
Ecclesiastes 8:5 - "Whoso keepeth the commandment shall feel no evil thing: and a wise man's heart discerneth both time and judgment."
Ecclesiastes 3:5 - "A time to cast away stones, and a time to gather stones together; a time to embrace, and a time to refrain from embracing;"
Ecclesiastes 5:20 - "For he shall not much remember the days of his life; because God answereth him in the joy of his heart."
Ecclesiastes 6:5 - "Moreover he hath not seen the sun, nor known any thing: this hath more rest than the other."
Ecclesiastes 5:12 - "The sleep of a labouring man is sweet, whether he eat little or much: but the abundance of the rich will not suffer him to sleep."
Ecclesiastes 9:5 - "For the living know that they shall die: but the dead know not any thing, neither have they any more a reward; for the memory of them is forgotten."
Ecclesiastes 5:4 - "When thou vowest a vow unto God, defer not to pay it; for he hath no pleasure in fools: pay that which thou hast vowed."
Ecclesiastes 5:1 - "Keep thy foot when thou goest to the house of God, and be more ready to hear, than to give the sacrifice of fools: for they consider not that they do evil."
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