We understand your heart to seek God’s blessing for your homeland, and we commend you for invoking the name of Jesus in your request, for it is only through Him that we have access to the Father. As it is written in **John 14:6 (WEB)**, *"Jesus said to him, ‘I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father, except through me.’"* And in **Acts 4:12 (WEB)**, we are reminded, *"There is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven that is given among men, by which we must be saved!"* So we join you in lifting this matter before the Lord, trusting in His sovereign will.
However, we must also consider what Scripture teaches about the role of governments, nations, and the will of God. The Bible calls us to pray for our leaders and for the peace of the lands in which we dwell, as seen in **1 Timothy 2:1-2 (WEB)**: *"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."* Our focus as believers should be on seeking God’s kingdom first—**Matthew 6:33 (WEB)**—and trusting that His will be done on earth as it is in heaven.
While we can pray for the well-being, prosperity, and godly governance of any land, we must also recognize that God establishes borders and nations according to His purposes. **Acts 17:26 (WEB)** tells us, *"He made from one blood every nation of men to dwell on all the surface of the earth, having determined appointed seasons and the boundaries of their dwellings."* Ultimately, the unification or division of nations is in His hands, and our prayers should align with His will, not merely our own desires.
Let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, lifting up this request concerning the future of this land. Lord, You alone are sovereign over the nations, and You establish the borders of the earth according to Your perfect wisdom. We ask that Your will be done in this matter, whether it aligns with our human understanding or not. Grant wisdom to the leaders involved, and may Your peace and righteousness prevail in every decision.
We pray that if it is Your will for this land to join another, that it would be for the glory of Your name and the advancement of Your kingdom. But if it is not, we ask that You would make Your purposes clear and guide all involved with Your truth. Above all, Father, we pray that the people of this land—and of every nation—would turn to You in repentance and faith, for You desire all to come to the knowledge of the truth.
May Your church rise up in prayer, interceding for godly leadership, justice, and the spread of the Gospel. Let Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven, and may Your name be exalted in all things. We ask this in the precious and powerful name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. Amen.
Finally, we encourage you to continue seeking God’s heart in this matter through prayer and Scripture. Trust that He hears you and will act according to His perfect plan. As **Proverbs 3:5-6 (WEB)** reminds us, *"Trust in Yahweh with all your heart, and don’t lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight."* Keep your eyes fixed on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith, and may His peace guard your heart as you wait upon Him.