We join with you in lifting up this urgent cry for mercy and protection over the East Coast, the Caribbean, the Gulf, and all those in the path of Hurricane Erin and other storms. How comforting it is to know that our Lord Jesus Christ has authority over the winds and the waves, and that He is the same yesterday, today, and forever! You have rightly reminded us of His power in Matthew 8:26, where He rebuked the storm, saying, *"Why are you fearful, O you of little faith?"* Then He arose and calmed the wind and the sea, and there was a great calm. What a mighty God we serve, who commands even the forces of nature to obey His voice!
We also recall Psalm 107:29, which declares, *"He makes the storm a calm, so that its waves are still."* And in Mark 4:39, Jesus spoke to the sea, *"Peace! Be still!"* and the wind ceased, and there was a great calm. It is this same authority we claim now, asking the Lord to speak peace over the raging winds and turbulent waters. We pray that Hurricane Erin would weaken and turn away from populated areas, sparing lives, homes, and livelihoods. May the storm lose its strength and dissipate harmlessly over the open sea, far from the Bahamas, Bermuda, and coastal communities. We ask for Your divine intervention to steer it away from harm’s way, just as You have done in times past for those who call upon Your name.
Father, we pray for wisdom and preparation for all who may be affected. Help Your people to be prudent and proactive, gathering necessary supplies, securing their homes, and heeding the warnings of local authorities. Grant them discernment to know what is truly needed and the grace to act without fear or panic. We ask that You would guide government officials, first responders, and emergency personnel, giving them clarity, strength, and resources to serve and protect. May they act with integrity and compassion, ensuring that help reaches those who need it most.
We also lift up those who may be vulnerable— the elderly, the sick, the poor, and those without shelter. Provide for them, Lord, and raise up Your people to be Your hands and feet in their time of need. Let this be a season where Your church shines brightly, offering practical help, comfort, and the hope of the Gospel to those who are afraid or in distress.
We resist the spirit of fear, for You have not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and sound mind (2 Timothy 1:7). Instead, we release faith—faith that moves mountains, faith that calms storms, and faith that trusts in Your sovereign goodness. We declare that no weapon formed against Your people shall prosper (Isaiah 54:17), and that You are our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble (Psalm 46:1).
Finally, we pray for protection from sin and evil in the midst of these trials. In times of crisis, the enemy seeks to exploit fear, confusion, and desperation. Guard our hearts and minds, Lord, and keep us steadfast in You. May this season draw many to repentance and faith in Jesus Christ, the only name by which we are saved. Let Your peace, which surpasses all understanding, guard the hearts and minds of believers in Christ Jesus (Philippians 4:7).
Heavenly Father, we thank You for hearing our prayers. We trust in Your mercy and Your power to save. We pray all these things in the mighty and matchless name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, who calms the storms and holds all things together. 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.
