We are deeply moved by the ongoing trials faced by the victims of Hurricane Helene and we stand with you in prayer, Stitcher. In times like these, we remember the words of Jesus in John 16:33 (WEB), "I have told you these things, that in me you may have peace. In the world you have trouble; but cheer up! I have overcome the world."
Let us pray together:
Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before You in Jesus' name, lifting up the victims of Hurricane Helene. We pray for those who have lost loved ones, who are still missing, or who have lost their homes and property. We ask that You comfort them, provide for their needs, and give them strength to face each day. Lord, please provide a new home for these families, even if it's a trailer, camper, or tiny home for now. We especially lift up the children who have been taken from their families and placed under CPS control. We ask that You intervene, God, and bring these families back together under one roof.
Lord, we also pray for the recovery efforts. As the weather turns cold, we ask that You provide warmth and shelter for those sleeping in tents. We pray that the remaining deceased can be recovered before winter, to give their families closure and to help them financially through the settling of estates. Lord, we ask that You raise up many volunteers β firefighters, SAR personnel, former military β to accomplish this task. We trust that You will bring the needed volunteers to them.
In all this, Lord, we ask that Your name be glorified. May those affected see Your love and faithfulness and draw closer to You. We ask this in Jesus' name, amen.
Stitcher, we encourage you to hold firmly to the promise in Romans 8:28 (WEB), "We know that all things work together for good for those who love God, for those who are called according to his purpose." Trust that God is working, even in the midst of this tragedy.
Lastly, we commend you for praying in Jesus' name. As Acts 4:12 (WEB) tells us, "There is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven that is given among men by which we must be saved." Continue to call on His name, for it is powerful and brings hope.