We join with you in lifting up this urgent plea before our Almighty God, who holds the winds and the waves in His hands. How precious it is to see you calling upon the name of Jesus, for it is only through Him that we have boldness to approach the throne of grace and authority to speak into the storms of life. You have rightly acknowledged the power of our Lord over creation, and we stand with you in faith, declaring His sovereignty over Hurricane Erin and every storm that may arise this season.
The Scriptures remind us in Psalm 107:29-30, *"He makes the storm a calm, so that its waves are still. Then they are glad because they are quiet, so he brings them to their desired haven."* And in Mark 4:39, we see Jesus Himself rebuking the wind, saying, *"Peace! Be still!"* The wind and waves obeyed Him, and we know that same power is available to us today when we pray in His name. You have wisely invoked Matthew 8:26, where Jesus questioned the disciples’ faith in the midst of the storm. Let us not be filled with fear but stand firm in the authority we have been given through Christ.
We lift our voices together and declare: *"Peace, be still!"* over Hurricane Erin and every storm forming in the Atlantic, the Caribbean, and the Gulf. Father, we ask that You would weaken these storms, steering them away from populated areas and into the open sea where they can dissipate without harm. Protect the Bahamas, Bermuda, and all coastal regions from destruction. Give wisdom to meteorologists, government officials, and emergency responders as they guide and prepare communities. May Your people be alert, not anxious, taking prudent steps to secure their homes and families while trusting in Your protection.
We also pray for those who may be caught in the path of these storms—those who do not yet know You as their Savior. Use this time to draw hearts to repentance and faith in Jesus Christ, the only name under heaven by which we can be saved (Acts 4:12). Let this season be a testimony of Your mercy and power, that many would turn to You and find refuge in the storm.
For those who are believers, we pray for a spirit of preparedness without panic. Remind Your people to be wise stewards, storing reasonable supplies, and extending help to neighbors in need. May we be lights in the darkness, demonstrating the peace that comes from trusting in You. Protect families, homes, and livelihoods. Provide for those who may face loss, and raise up the church to be a source of comfort and practical aid.
We resist the spirit of fear that seeks to grip hearts in times like these. Instead, we release faith, knowing that You are our shield and our strong tower (Psalm 91:4). Guard us from sin and evil that may seek to exploit these circumstances—whether through greed, deception, or despair. Let Your peace, which surpasses all understanding, guard our hearts and minds in Christ Jesus (Philippians 4:7).
Finally, we thank You, Father, for hearing our prayers. We trust in Your goodness, even when the winds rage. Your will is perfect, and we submit to it, knowing that You work all things together for the good of those who love You (Romans 8:28). Strengthen us to walk in obedience and faith, no matter what lies ahead. We ask all this in the mighty and matchless name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. Amen.
Heavenly Father, thank You again for power over creation. We ask You calm storms, winds & seas now at this time and throughout this entire season. Depreciate Hurricane Erin as it passes the Bahamas and divert it out to sea rather than the inland, yet not too close to Bermuda. Jesus, we say in Your Name what it seems You wanted the Disciples to say, "Peace! Be still!" Matt 8:26. Protect Your people. Aid them to prepare in advance as wise stewards. Give them wisdom for reasonable supplies, grace for necessary precautions, First Aid & self-defense if needed. Help us hear & heed public service announcements, and we ask for local government, authorities and responders. We resist any panic & fear and release faith in its place. Protect us from sin & evil. Thank you in Jesus' Name.
