So, you just got a job interview appointment and you are not feeling confident or you just want to commit it into God’s hands. We know with prayers we can achieve anything and this article outlines 14 powerful prayers for interview success.
These prayers will help you prepare spiritually for your interview and would guarantee God’s presence as you go.
14 Prayers for Interview Success
Prayer for Confidence
Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. – Philippians 4:6-7.
Prayer Point:
Lord, I come to You with my worries and fears about this job interview and I lay my worries before your throne of grace. I ask for Your peace over my anxious heart and give me confidence. May I walk into that room knowing that You are with me, directing my thoughts and words, in the name of Jesus.
Prayer for Wisdom
If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you. – James 1:5.
Prayer Point:
Abba, I call forth Your wisdom to flow through me during this interview. Help me to think clearly and communicate effectively, so that I may present myself in the best possible light and also create an impact, in the name of Jesus.
Prayer for Favor with the Interviewers
Let love and faithfulness never leave you; bind them around your neck, write them on the tablet of your heart. Then you will win favor and a good name in the sight of God and man. – Proverbs 3:3-4
Prayer Points:
- Lord, I pray that You grant me favor in the eyes of the interviewers. May they see the value and potential that You have placed within me, and may I find grace in their sight, just as Daniel found favor in the eyes of many kings. (Daniel 1:9, Daniel 6:3)
- Lord, I ask the oil of unmerited favour rests on my head on this day in the name of Jesus.
Prayer for Readiness
Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and he will establish your plans. – Proverbs 16:3.
Prayer Points:
- Lord, I commit my preparation for this interview into Your hands. Help me to study well and be fully prepared because I cannot do it on my own.
- Guide me Lord, to understand the role, so I can confidently speak to how I can contribute. In Jesus name.
Prayer for the Right Words
For the Holy Spirit will teach you at that time what you should say. – Luke 12:12.
Prayer Point:
Holy Spirit, I ask You to fill my mouth with the right words during this interview, I don’t want to just speak by my self. Help me to express myself clearly and to answer each question gracefully.
Prayer for God’s Will to Prevail
Your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. – Matthew 6:10.
Prayer Point:
Father, in the mighty name, above all, I pray that Your will be done over my life and in this interview. If this job is Your plan for me, may it come to pass. But if not, I trust that You have something even bigger and better in store for me, I want to walk in your counsel all the days of my life in Jesus mighty name.
Prayer for Understanding Your Place in God
But you are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, an acquired heritage, that you may declare the virtues of him who called you out of darkness into his wonderful light.
Prayer Point:
Lord, remind me of who I am in you as I move forward. Let me walk into this interview room with the belief that I am chosen, precious, worthy of all that is good and capable, because I belong to you, King of glory.
Prayer for Calm
You will keep in perfect peace those whose spirit is steadfast, because they trusted in you. – Isaiah 26:3.
Prayer Point:
Lord, when the pressure of the interview increases, help me to stay calm. Help me to focus on you and trust that you are in control, no matter what, make a way for me, Lord, and I will prosper.
Prayer for Honesty And Integrity
He who walks honestly walks safely, but he who walks in crooked paths will be found out. – Proverbs 10:9.
Prayer Points:
- Father, help me to be transparent during this interview. Let my integrity shine and help me find courage and be honest about my abilities and experiences, in the name of Jesus.
- Lord, help me to have faith in myself and in my experiences in the name of Jesus.
Prayer for Guidance In Decision Making
Trust in God with all your heart and do not lean on your own understanding; submit all your ways to him and he will direct your paths. – Proverbs 3:5-6.
Prayer Point:
Lord, help me make the right decisions, both to answer the questions and to consider this job offer. Let your wisdom guide my way, if not for me, Lord, end the process in the name of Jesus Christ.
Prayer for Favors And Open Doors
I have set before you an open door that no one can close. – Revelation 3:8.
Jesus, I am asking you to open great doors for me that no one can close. Let this interview be a springboard for the future you have prepared for me, through this work, I will stand before kings in the mighty name of Jesus.
Prayer to Trust in God’s Timing
He hath made every thing beautiful in his time: also he hath set the world in their heart, so that no man can find out the work that God maketh from the beginning to the end. – Ecclesiastes 3:11.
Prayer Point:
Father, if this work is part of your plan for me, I believe that you have done it at the right time, I trust that your timing is perfect and I know that you do not make mistakes and everything is wonderful when it is mature. Lord help me wait for your time in Jesus name.
Prayer for a Positive Outcome
Because I know the plans I have for you, says the Lord, plans for peace and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope. – Jeremiah 29:11.
Prayer Point:
Lord, I believe that you have perfect plans for me, plans to prosper and give me hope. Jesus, I pray that this interview ends positively, I will walk into this room and come out with a smile, believing that this is your purpose for my life, in the name of Jesus.
Prayer of Thanksgiving
Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God for you in Christ Jesus. – 1 Thessalonians 5:18.
God, I thank you in advance, whatever the outcome of my interview. I trust your judgment over my life, knowing that you are always working for my good and that I no longer need to worry.
Final Thoughts on Prayers for Interview Success
In God eyes, success is not just about reaching our goals. it’s about living a life that reflects your purpose.
By entrusting our plans to Him, trusting His timing, and seeking His wisdom, we set ourselves up for true success. Remember, God wants you to succeed, but it must be in line with His perfect plan for your life.
We strive for success that not only blesses us, but also brings glory to God.