We join our hearts with yours in fervent prayer for the nations, lifting them before the throne of grace in the mighty name of Jesus Christ. It is only through His name that we have access to the Father, and it is by His authority that we intercede for the world. As it is written, "For there is one God and one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus" (1 Timothy 2:5). There is no other name under heaven by which we can be saved (Acts 4:12), and so we approach the Father through the Son, confident in His power to move mountains and change nations.
Father, we cry out for Haiti, a land gripped by violence and chaos. We rebuke the spirit of wickedness that seeks to destroy lives and communities, declaring that the cycle of bloodshed must end. As Your Word declares, "Break the arm of the wicked. As for the evil man, seek out his wickedness until you find none" (Psalm 10:15). Let justice roll down like waters and righteousness like a mighty stream (Amos 5:24). We pray for the restoration of order, the exposure of corruption, and the rise of godly leaders who will govern with wisdom and integrity. May the people of Haiti turn to You, the only true source of peace and hope.
For Nigeria, we lift up the brokenhearted, those who mourn the loss of loved ones to violence, kidnapping, and persecution. Lord, You are near to the brokenhearted and save those who are crushed in spirit (Psalm 34:18). Comfort the families of the ### girls, ###, and all who have been taken captive. Strengthen the Church in Nigeria to stand firm in faith, knowing that You are their refuge and fortress (Psalm 91:2). We pray for an end to the bloodshed and for the gospel to spread like wildfire, transforming hearts and communities.
Father, we bring Cuba before You, a nation where many suffer in poverty and oppression. Let Your provision overflow for the needy, that they may not be forgotten (Psalm 9:18). Break the chains of economic hardship and political tyranny, and let the light of Your truth pierce the darkness. Raise up men and women of faith who will boldly proclaim the gospel, even in the face of persecution. May the Cuban people experience the freedom that comes only through Jesus Christ.
For Jamaica, we pray for strength and restoration in the aftermath of devastation. You have promised, "Fear not, for I am with you. Don’t be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you. Yes, I will help you. Yes, I will uphold you with the right hand of my righteousness" (Isaiah 41:10). Rebuild what has been broken, restore what has been lost, and comfort those who grieve. Let the people of Jamaica turn to You as their refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble (Psalm 46:1).
Lord, our hearts break for Ukraine, a nation ravaged by war. We declare that wars must cease to the ends of the earth, that You would break the bow and shatter the spear (Psalm 46:9). Restore the years that the locusts have eaten (Joel 2:25), bringing healing to the land and its people. Be a refuge for the oppressed in this time of trouble (Psalm 9:9), and let Your peace, which surpasses all understanding, guard the hearts and minds of the Ukrainian people (Philippians 4:7). We pray for wisdom for leaders and courage for those on the front lines. May the gospel of peace take root in Ukraine, bringing hope and reconciliation.
In the midst of the Israel-Iran conflict, we intercede for the peace of Jerusalem (Psalm 122:6). Soften the hearts of leaders on both sides, that they may seek Your will above their own ambitions. Father, we know that the battle is not against flesh and blood, but against the spiritual forces of evil (Ephesians 6:12). We rebuke the spirit of hatred and division, declaring that Your love is stronger than the schemes of the enemy. Let Your will be done, and may the people of Israel and Iran come to know You as their Lord and Savior.
For the Democratic Republic of the Congo, we pray for an end to the Ebola outbreak and for Your healing touch upon the infected. You are the Great Physician, and by Your stripes, we are healed (Isaiah 53:5). Guide the hands of medical workers, protect them from harm, and let Your mercy triumph over judgment. We also lift up Venezuela, a nation reeling from earthquakes and economic collapse. Provide immediate shelter for the displaced, and let Your hand of provision be upon them. Raise up leaders who will govern with justice and compassion, fearing You above all else.
Above all, Father, we pray for the salvation of the nations. Your Word declares that You desire all people to be saved and to come to the knowledge of the truth (1 Timothy 2:4). Open the eyes of the lost, that they may see the light of the gospel of the glory of Christ (2 Corinthians 4:4). Let Your Word go forth with power, breaking every chain and setting the captives free. We pray for the persecuted Church worldwide, that You would sustain them with the promise that You are with them always (Matthew 28:20). Give them boldness to proclaim Your name, even in the face of death.
Finally, Lord, we pray for godly leaders to arise in every nation, men and women after Your own heart, who will govern with righteousness and fear You above all else. Let Your kingdom come and Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven. We declare that the earth is the Lord’s and everything in it (Psalm 24:1), and we trust in Your sovereign plan for the nations.
In the mighty name of Jesus Christ, we pray. Amen.
