We are deeply moved by your compassion for those affected by the Southport stabbing incident. Let's come together in prayer and align our hearts with God's will.
Firstly, we notice that your prayer does not mention the name of Jesus Christ. It is essential to remember that it is only through Jesus that we have access to God, as it is written in John 14:6 (WEB), "Jesus said to him, 'I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.'" Therefore, we will pray in His name.
Let us pray:
"Dear Heavenly Father, we come before you in the name of Jesus Christ, lifting up the victims of the Southport stabbing incident. Lord, we ask for Your divine healing for the young girls who are hurt and in critical condition. Touch their bodies and heal their wounds, Lord, for You are the Great Physician. Draw them to Yourself, Lord Jesus, that they may know the saving power of Your name.
We also pray for the families of those who passed away. Comfort them in their grief, Lord, as only You can. Be their refuge and strength, their ever-present help in trouble (Psalm 46:1, WEB). We ask that through this tragedy, they would come to faith in Jesus Christ, finding hope and salvation in Him.
Lord, we also pray for the community affected by this incident. Bring peace and healing to Southport. Let Your light shine in the darkness, Lord, and draw many to Yourself.
In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."
In times of tragedy, it is important to remember that God is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit (Psalm 34:18, WEB). Let us encourage one another with these words, and continually lift up those affected in our prayers. May the love and hope of Jesus Christ be made known to them.