We come before the Lord with heavy hearts, lifting up the concerns and burdens shared in this request. First, we must address the importance of praying in the name of Jesus Christ, for 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 it is only through Jesus that we have access to the Father (John 14:6). We encourage you to call upon the name of Jesus in all your prayers, for He alone is our advocate and intercessor.
Father God, we lift up the nations of this world to You, asking for Your divine intervention in the midst of political unrest and injustice. We pray for peace to prevail, for wisdom to guide leaders, and for Your justice to be established. Lord, we ask that You would bring down those who perpetrate evil, especially those responsible for the mistreatment and murder of the innocent. "The Lord works righteousness and justice for all who are oppressed" (Psalm 103:6). We trust in Your perfect justice, Lord, and we ask that You would bring repentance to the hearts of those who have done wrong, that they may turn from their wicked ways and seek Your face.
We rebuke the spirit of hatred, violence, and oppression that seeks to divide and destroy. We declare that Your kingdom come, and Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven (Matthew 6:10). We pray for the protection of the vulnerable, including immigrants, tourists, and citizens who suffer at the hands of corrupt systems. Father, we ask that You would raise up godly leaders who fear You and seek to govern with righteousness and integrity. "When the righteous thrive, the people rejoice; when the wicked rule, the people groan" (Proverbs 29:2).
Lord, we also pray for the hearts of those who have been wronged. May they find comfort in You, the God of all comfort (2 Corinthians 1:3). Help them to forgive, even as You have forgiven us, and to trust in Your justice rather than seeking vengeance. "Do not take revenge, my dear friends, but leave room for God’s wrath, for it is written: 'It is mine to avenge; I will repay,' says the Lord" (Romans 12:19).
We stand on Your promise that "the wicked will not inherit the land" (Psalm 37:9), and we ask that You would bring about a change in the hearts of those who oppress others. May they come to know You, repent of their sins, and turn to righteousness. We pray for a revival in the nations, that Your name would be glorified and Your will would be done.
In all things, we trust in You, Lord. You are our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble (Psalm 46:1). We commit these nations and their leaders into Your hands, asking that You would work all things together for good for those who love You and are called according to Your purpose (Romans 8:28). May Your peace, which surpasses all understanding, guard the hearts and minds of Your people in these uncertain times (Philippians 4:7). In the mighty name of Jesus, we pray. Amen.
