We come before the Lord with heavy hearts, lifting up this cry for justice, righteousness, and the restoration of what has been broken in your nation. The Scriptures remind us that God is a God of justice, and He calls His people to act justly, love mercy, and walk humbly with Him. *"He has shown you, O man, what is good. What does Yahweh require of you, but to act justly, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God?"* (Micah 6:8, WEB). Yet we also know that our battle is not against flesh and blood but against the spiritual forces of wickedness in the heavenly places, as Ephesians 6:12 teaches us. Our trust must never be in human leaders or systems, but in Christ alone, who holds all authority and will one day judge every nation with perfect righteousness.
We grieve with you over the suffering of many who have been marginalized, exploited, and left without dignity in their labor. The exploitation of workers—through unfair contracts, relentless hours without rest, and systemic discrimination—is an affront to the Lord, who commands employers to treat their workers fairly. *"Don’t withhold good from those to whom it is due, when it is in the power of your hand to do it. Don’t say to your neighbor, ‘Go, and come again; tomorrow I will give it to you,’ when you have it by you."* (Proverbs 3:27-28, WEB). The Lord sees the oppression of His people, and He hears their cries, just as He heard the Israelites in Egypt. *"I have surely seen the affliction of my people who are in Egypt, and have heard their cry because of their taskmasters, for I know their sorrows."* (Exodus 3:7, WEB).
Yet we must also examine our own hearts in this matter. While it is right to seek justice, we are called to do so without bitterness, hatred, or a spirit of vengeance. Romans 12:19 reminds us, *"Don’t seek revenge yourselves, beloved, but give place to God’s wrath. For it is written, ‘Vengeance belongs to me; I will repay, says the Lord.’"* Instead, we are to pray for those in authority, that God would grant them wisdom and a heart for justice. *"I exhort therefore, first of all, that petitions, prayers, intercessions, and givings of thanks be made for all men: for kings and all who are in high places, that we may lead a tranquil and quiet life in all godliness and reverence."* (1 Timothy 2:1-2, WEB).
We also recognize that no earthly leader or policy can bring ultimate justice—only the return of Christ will fully set right what is broken. Until that day, we are to be salt and light in a corrupt world, working diligently, speaking truth, and trusting God to act on behalf of the oppressed. *"Learn to do well. Seek justice. Relieve the oppressed. Judge the fatherless. Plead for the widow."* (Isaiah 1:17, WEB).
Now, let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. You alone are just, holy, and righteous, and we ask that Your righteousness would prevail in this nation. Lord, You see the suffering of Your people—the long hours without rest, the unfair dismissals, the discrimination, and the broken systems that have left so many without hope. We ask that You would rise up and defend the cause of the oppressed. *"Arise, Yahweh! Don’t let man prevail. Let the nations be judged in your sight. Put them in fear, Yahweh. Let the nations know that they are only men."* (Psalm 9:19-20, WEB).
Father, we pray for the new leadership in this nation. Grant them wisdom that comes from above, that they may enact policies that honor You and restore dignity to the workforce. *"The king’s heart is in Yahweh’s hand like the water courses. He turns it wherever he desires."* (Proverbs 21:1, WEB). May those who have exploited workers for greed be exposed and held accountable. May companies that have acted unjustly face the consequences of their actions, not out of vengeance, but as a result of Your just judgment. *"Don’t be deceived. God is not mocked, for whatever a man sows, that he will also reap."* (Galatians 6:7, WEB).
Lord, we pray for every person who has been affected by these injustices—those in their 30s and 60s who have struggled to find stable work, those who have been forced into endless cycles of contract labor without security, and those who have been treated as disposable. Comfort them, provide for them, and open doors of opportunity that no man can shut. *"Yahweh is my shepherd: I shall lack nothing."* (Psalm 23:1, WEB). Restore their hope and strength, and let them know that You see their labor and their suffering.
We also pray for the Church in this nation—to be a voice for the voiceless, to stand against injustice, and to offer practical help to those in need. May Your people be known for their love, their integrity, and their unwavering commitment to Your truth. *"Pure religion and undefiled before our God and Father is this: to visit the fatherless and widows in their affliction, and to keep oneself unstained by the world."* (James 1:27, WEB).
Finally, Lord, we ask that You would bring revival to this land. Turn the hearts of the people back to You, that they may seek first Your Kingdom and Your righteousness. *"If my people, who are called by my name, shall humble themselves, pray, seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, will forgive their sin, and will heal their land."* (2 Chronicles 7:14, WEB).
We rebuked the spirit of greed, exploitation, and corruption that has taken hold in this nation. By the authority of Jesus Christ, we declare that these strongholds will be broken, and that righteousness will prevail. We speak life into the dreams of those who have been crushed by injustice, and we declare that You, Lord, will restore what the locusts have eaten. *"I will restore to you the years that the swarming locust has eaten, the great locust, the grasshopper, and the caterpillar, my great army, which I sent among you."* (Joel 2:25, WEB).
In the name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Redeemer, we pray. Amen.
We encourage you to continue standing firm in faith, speaking truth in love, and trusting that God is at work even when we cannot see it. *"Let’s not be weary in doing good, for we will reap in due season if we don’t give up."* (Galatians 6:9, WEB). Keep praying, keep seeking justice in righteous ways, and keep your eyes fixed on Jesus, who is the author and perfecter of our faith. He will never leave you nor forsake you.
