“The righteous cry out, and the Lord hears them; he delivers them from all their troubles.” (Psalm 34:17)
As I read the devastation, families ripped apart, trauma and tragic situations Christian families face, my heart shouts, ‘Lord’. My words feel small, yet I know I must – and want to – say more.
So we continue to pray, knowing that our prayers are heard, trusting that God is listening and answering in His way, even when we can’t see ahead.
Our faith keeps us pressing into our Lord, remembering our brothers and sisters and their families, knowing that if the circumstances were reversed, we would want their heartfelt cries too.
Praying for Spiritual, Physical and Emotional Healing for Persecuted Children and Parents
Heavenly Father,
Our hearts pour out for these children and parents. Please meet their every need. Give them supernatural strength to walk through the trauma they face. Sustain them physically, emotionally and spiritually.
Shine your light on their faces, and give them a tangible awareness of your love so that they would know deep in their hearts that you have not abandoned them, Lord.
You see and know the dangers they face Lord. Please make a way for them. Show them how to hold on tightly to you through all they have faced, and all they might fear.
Remind them that you are always with them – that you will wipe away their tears, and that they are never alone. Let them know your compassion when they struggle and battle through painful thoughts and sorrow.
We pray, by the power of your Holy Spirit that the hearts of the attackers would turn towards you Jesus. Show them that they must release the captives Lord, and let Your will be done. Open the eyes of their hearts and let them see you through the darkness.
In Jesus name,
Amen
If you would like to continue your prayer time, you may be interested in this: Prayer for the Persecuted Church – Heartfelt Family Prayers and Devotionals