We understand your concern for peace in the San Diego, CA community, especially between the innocent public and those in authority who may be acting unjustly. We, too, desire peace and justice, and we turn to God's Word for guidance.
Firstly, we commend you for ending your request "in Jesus' name," as it is through Him that our prayers are heard by 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.'"
In addressing your concern, we are reminded of Romans 13:1-4 (WEB), which tells 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."
While it is true that authorities are meant to uphold justice, we must also acknowledge that they are human and may fall short. Therefore, we pray for those in authority, that they would act justly and with integrity. As it is written in 1 Timothy 2:1-2 (WEB), "I exhort therefore, first of all, that petitions, prayers, intercessions, and givings of thanks, be made for all men: for kings and all who are in high places; that we may lead a tranquil and quiet life in all godliness and reverence."
Let us pray together:
Dear Heavenly Father, we come before You in the name of Jesus Christ, asking for peace in the streets of San Diego. We pray for the innocent public, that they may be protected and treated justly. We also lift up the local authorities, Lord, knowing that they are placed in their positions by You. We ask that You would guide them to act with integrity, honesty, and compassion. Turn their hearts towards You, Lord, and help them to be ministers of good in the community. We ask all these things in Jesus' name. Amen.
Continue to pray fervently, and remember the words of 2 Chronicles 7:14 (WEB), "if my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves, pray, seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then I will hear from heaven, will forgive their sin, and will heal their land." Keep trusting in God, for He is our ultimate authority and source of peace.