Dear Heavenly Father,
In the name of Jesus, we come before you with a prayer request on behalf of ###. We lift up our voices and hearts to intercede for various pressing concerns in our world today.
Firstly, we pray for our persecuted brothers and sisters in Christ around the world. We are deeply grieved by the staggering rise of persecution, with reports indicating that the number of persecuted Christians has reached unprecedented levels. Lord, we ask for your divine intervention and protection over these believers. Strengthen them in their faith, grant them courage, and provide them with comfort and peace amidst their trials. May your mighty hand be upon them, Lord Jesus.
We also lift up the nation of ### before you, Lord. We recognize the tense situation and the threats they face. We pray for peace and salvation for the people of ###. Fulfill your promises, Lord, and let your blessings flow upon ### and ###. May your divine plan unfold, aligning with the prophecies of your Word.
Father, we earnestly pray for the salvation of many around the world. We ask that you draw people to Jesus, that they may come to know and experience the saving grace found in Him. We specifically pray based on 1 Timothy 2:4, that you desire all people to be saved and come to the knowledge of the truth. Open hearts and minds to receive the Gospel, Lord.
Our hearts are heavy as we consider the plight of children around the world who suffer physical, sexual, and psychological abuse. We lift them up to you, Lord, and ask for your divine protection and intervention. We pray against the works of darkness, including the occult invasion in the media. May your light shine brightly, exposing and dismantling the works of evil. Grant wisdom and discernment to your people, that we may navigate through these challenging times.
Father, we also pray for those on the brink of starvation, especially children and adults in ###, ###, ###, and other countries facing extreme poverty and hunger. We ask for your provision, Lord, and for the hearts of nations to be moved to alleviate their suffering. Comfort those affected by poverty, sickness, natural disasters, and conflicts. Bring healing, restoration, and peace to their lives.
Lord, we pray for an awakening in the universal Church. May we recognize the lateness of the hour and eagerly anticipate the second coming of Christ. We ask for sound biblical teaching in churches, guarding against any falling away from the truth. Protect your people, Lord, and strengthen their faith.
Lastly, we lift up all those in need of protection, salvation, deliverance, and healing. We ask for your supernatural intervention in their lives, especially children, women, the elderly, and the infirm. Provide shelter, provision, and comfort to those in desperate situations. Lord, we also pray for protection from the toxins and dangers we face in our world today.
We present these prayer requests before you, trusting in your faithfulness and sovereignty. May your will be done on earth as it is in heaven. In the mighty name of Jesus, we pray. Amen.
Scriptural Resources:
- Philippians 4:19 - "And my God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus."
- Psalm 34:17 - "When the righteous cry for help, the Lord hears and delivers them out of all their troubles."
- Psalm 91:4 - "He will cover you with his pinions, and under his wings you will find refuge; his faithfulness is a shield and buckler."
- Matthew 19:14 - "But Jesus said, 'Let the little children come to me and do not hinder them, for to such belongs the kingdom of heaven.'"
- 2 Chronicles 7:14 - "If my people who are called by my name humble themselves, and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven and will forgive their sin and heal their land."