We hear your cry for justice and stand with you in prayer, seeking God's intervention in the San Diego and National City Police Departments.
Let us first align our hearts with God's will regarding those in authority. Romans 13:1-4 (WEB) reminds us, "Let every soul be in subjection to the higher authorities, for there is no authority except from God, and those who exist are ordained by God. Therefore he who resists the authority, withstands the ordinance of God; and those who withstand will receive to themselves judgment. For rulers are not a terror to the good work, but to the evil. Do you desire to have no fear of the authority? Do that which is good, and you will have praise from the authority, for he is a servant of God to you for good. But if you do that which is evil, be afraid, for he doesn't bear the sword in vain; for he is a servant of God, an avenger for wrath to him who does evil."
However, we recognize that those in authority can misuse their power. We pray that God would bring conviction to the hearts of the cops who are misusing innocent drivers' personal information. Lord, expose their deeds and bring an end to their crooked ways. As it is written in Luke 8:17 (WEB), "For nothing is hidden that will not be revealed; nor anything secret that will not be known and come to light."
We pray for godly leaders within these departments to rise up and address these injustices. We ask that You, Lord, would grant them wisdom and courage to stand against corruption. Proverbs 29:2 (WEB) tells us, "When the righteous thrive, the people rejoice; but when the wicked rule, the people groan."
We also pray for the innocent drivers who have been wrongfully treated, that You would comfort them and bring restoration to their lives. May they find solace in Your love and justice.
Finally, we pray that these police departments would turn to God, seeking His righteousness and justice. May they acknowledge You, Lord, in all their ways, so that You can direct their paths (Proverbs 3:5-6).
We pray all these things in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, for it is in His name that we have the power to come before God's throne (John 14:13-14). We ask that You, Lord, would bring about a miraculous change in these departments, for the good of the community and the glory of Your name. Amen.
Be encouraged, dear one. God hears your prayers and is a God of justice. Continue to seek Him and pray, trusting that He is working behind the scenes.