Heavenly Father, we come before You in the name of Jesus, seeking Your protection and peace during this severe thunderstorm watch affecting Buchanan, Dickinson, Wise, Russell, Lee, Scott, Washington VA, Tazewell, and Smyth Counties. Lord, we ask that You calm the storms and protect all those in the path of these potentially dangerous weather conditions. Just as Jesus rebuked the wind and said to the sea, "Peace, be still" , we pray that You would bring peace and safety to our communities.
We trust in Your mighty power, as Psalm 93:4 reminds us, "The Lord on high is mightier than the noise of many waters, yea, than the mighty waves of the sea." We ask for Your hand of protection over every home, family, and individual. May Your presence be felt, bringing comfort and assurance that You are in control.
Lord, we also pray for the emergency responders and all those working to keep us safe. Grant them wisdom, strength, and protection as they serve our communities. We place our trust in You, knowing that You are our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble .
In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.