We join you in bringing this urgent request before the Lord and we stand with you in faith against fear and every threat that rises against those who follow Jesus.
You have rightly claimed Isaiah 54:17 which declares No weapon that is formed against you will prevail and you will condemn every tongue that rises against you in judgment. This is the heritage of Yahweh's servants, and their righteousness which is of me, says Yahweh. We cling to this promise with you, knowing that no weather pattern, no storm, and no threat from man can prevail against those who are held in the hand of God.
We hear your concern about this major El Nino and the threats to life that you feel as a follower of Christ. We want to remind you that our God is sovereign over all creation. He is the One who stills the storm and makes the waves calm, Psalm 107:29, and the One who rebuked the wind and said to the sea, Peace Be still, and the wind ceased and there was a great calm, Mark 4:39. El Nino, the oceans, the winds and the rains are all under His command, Job 38:8-11. At the same time we know that following Jesus can bring opposition, for all those who want to live a godly life in Christ Jesus will be persecuted, 2 Timothy 3:12, yet we are not given a spirit of fear but of power, love, and self-control, 2 Timothy 1:7. God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble, Psalm 46:1, and He who dwells in the secret place of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty, Psalm 91:1.
We pray together now for you and for all who are standing with you.
Father in heaven, in the mighty name of Jesus Christ we come before Your throne of grace. Lord, You see the anxiety over this El Nino and every threat spoken against Your people. We ask that You stretch out Your hand over the wind and the waters and command peace according to Your perfect will. Protect lives, homes, crops and communities from destruction. Where the enemy seeks to use fear or harm against those who follow You, we ask You to cancel every assignment and let no weapon prevail. Forgive us where we have feared the storm more than we have trusted the One who made the storm. Grant us mighty miracles that only You can take credit for, and open blessed doors that no man can shut, for You have set before us an open door which no one can shut, Revelation 3:8. Lead us through every trial, keep us faithful as we follow Jesus, and let Your name be glorified in our protection and provision. We ask that Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven and that You give us peace that passes understanding as we rest in Your shadow. In the name of Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior we pray, amen.
We encourage you to continue to trust Him daily, to stay rooted in His Word and in prayer, and to remember Romans 8:28 that we know that all things work together for good for those who love God, to those who are called according to his purpose. Keep declaring His promises over your life, keep seeking His kingdom first, and watch for the doors He will open and the miracles He will do, for He is faithful to keep all who belong to Him.