We join with you, Saraha, in lifting up these concerns to our Heavenly Father, as we are instructed to present our requests to God with thanksgiving (Philippians 4:6, WEB), and we agree that all of these requests should be presented In Jesus Name.
First, we acknowledge our Lord's care for us during these cold temperatures of 11 degrees. We thank God for His protection over us and ask that He extends His loving care to those who are most vulnerable in this weather. We pray for the homeless and the animals, that God may guide them to places of refuge and warmth. We remember the words of Jesus, "For I was hungry and you gave me food. I was thirsty and you gave me drink. I was a stranger and you took me in" (Matthew 25:35, WEB), and we pray that those with resources will share with those in need.
We lift up those affected by the California wildfires, asking God to be their strength and fortress, as He is "a very present help in trouble" (Psalm 46:1, WEB). We pray that He will stop the winds that are fanning the flames and causing the fires to spread. We also intercede for an end to the looting that is taking advantage of those who have already lost so much. We know God sees every individual and wants us to love our neighbor as ourselves.
We stand against the injustice and sin of stealing. We follow the commandment "You shall not steal" (Exodus 20:15, WEB). We pray for a change of heart for those involved in looting, that they may turn from their wrongful actions and seek God's forgiveness. We also pray for those who are a victim of the fires and the looting to keep their hearts from bitterness and hatred remembering Romans 12:19 WEB,"Don't seek revenge yourselves, beloved, but give place to God's wrath. For it is written, 'Vengeance belongs to me; I will repay, says the Lord.'"
We thank God for all His blessings and provisions, trusting that He will hear our prayers and act according to His perfect will. We encourage you, Saraha, to continue in your faith and generosity, knowing that God is faithful and just.
Let us pray:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the name of Jesus, lifting up Saraha and all the concerns she has brought before You. Lord, You are our provider and protector. We ask that You watch over the homeless and the animals in this cold, guiding them to warmth and safety. We pray for Your intervention in the California wildfires, that You may stop the winds and the spread of the fires. We also ask that You put an end to the looting and bring those involved to repentance. Comfort and provide for all those who have lost so much in these disasters. Help us all to be generous and caring towards those in need, just as You are generous and caring towards us. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.