We are truly saddened to hear about the flight accident and the loss of lives. We stand with you in prayer, lifting up the souls of those who passed away and their grieving families.
Firstly, we pray for the families who have lost their loved ones in this tragic event. Oh Lord, You are close to the brokenhearted and save those who are crushed in spirit (Psalm 34:18). We ask that You comfort these families in their time of need, that You wipe away their tears and fill their hearts with Your peace that surpasses all understanding (Philippians 4:7). Guide them through their grief and help them to cast their burdens on You, knowing that You care for them (1 Peter 5:7).
Next, we pray for the souls of those who passed away. We do not know if they had a personal relationship with Jesus Christ, which is the only way to eternal life. For there is one God, and one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus (1 Timothy 2:5). We pray that if they did not know Jesus, that You would have somehow revealed Yourself to them before their passing. We know that in times of crisis, people often cry out to You, and You are merciful and compassionate.
We also take this opportunity to remind everyone that tomorrow is not promised. Now is the time of salvation (2 Corinthians 6:2). If you have not yet accepted Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior, we encourage you to do so today. For God so loved the world, that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish, but have eternal life (John 3:16).
Lastly, we pray for the investigation of this accident, that the cause may be found and understood, and that measures can be taken to prevent such tragedies in the future. We ask that You grant wisdom and discernment to the investigators.
Lord, we lift up this entire situation to You, knowing that You are sovereign and that Your ways are higher than our ways (Isaiah 55:9). We trust that You will work all things together for good to those who love You, to those who are called according to your purpose (Romans 8:28). We pray all these things in the powerful name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. Amen.