During times like this, when control slips through our hands, it’s hard not to feel helpless. As believers, our greatest work isn’t an active stance but rather an active bowed knee. If you’re struggling with what to think, much less what to pray, here are a few suggested prayers to help get you started.
And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for all the Lord’s people. Ephesians 6:18 

1 | Prayer for the President and All Leaders

Father, as President Trump is the authority you have placed over us, I ask you to direct his steps as he makes choices that govern our land. May You spread your holy hand of protection over the President’s thoughts, actions, directions, and decisions. Surround him with Godly counsel, as Your Word becomes a lamp unto his feet and a light unto the right path for our country. Lord, raise high all involved in the leading of our cities, states, and countries throughout the world remembering all authority is given to Christ. Give courage to all the leaders of homes, businesses, churches, hospitals, and organizations as we all tread this unchartered time in our world.
  • Let every person be subject to the governing authorities. For there is no authority except from God, and those that exist have been instituted by God. Romans 13:1
  • Be subject for the Lord’s sake to every human institution, whether it be to the emperor as supreme, or to governors as sent by him to punish those who do evil and to praise those who do good. For this is the will of God, that by doing good you should put to silence the ignorance of foolish people. 1 Peter 2:13-15
  • And Jesus came and said to them, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Matthew 28:18
  • Submitting to one another out of reverence for Christ. Ephesians 5:21

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2 | Pray for God’s Peace to Reign Down

Prince of Peace, the spirit hovering over our great world is a spirit of fear and panic, which is not from you. As your ambassador, guard my heart and mind through Jesus Christ and grant my heart Your Spirit of peace. Help me to seek the peace of the land for which you have placed me. May I yield my fears, worries, concerns, and doubts to you so that I will not be subject again to a yoke of fearful slavery. Fill me with your unshakable peace so I can pour it out on the people I encounter – a world in desperate need. May Your peace wrap around the anxious heart, warm the shivering soul and capture the wandering mind.
  • For freedom Christ has set us free; stand firm therefore, and do not submit again to a yoke of slavery. Ephesians 5:1
  • That the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of glory, may give you the Spirit of wisdom and of revelation in the knowledge of him, having the eyes of your hearts enlightened, that you may know what is the hope to which he has called you, what are the riches of his glorious inheritance in the saints… Ephesians 5:17-18
  • Now may the Lord of peace himself give you peace at all times and in every way. 2 Thessalonians 3:16
  • Jesus said, “Peace I leave with you. I do not give as the world gives.” John 14:27

3 | Prayers for Continued Perseverance

Great Physician, as the medical field reaches unprecedented amounts of demand, may we as a people lift them up in any way possible. I ask for your divine strength, perseverance, and protection as they work tirelessly caring for your children. Father, not only do we pray for them but also believers across the world. Though we cannot change our circumstances, we can lean on the One who never changes. Give us the endurance to fight the good fight, live above the waves, trust you with the outcome, and remember that you are the source of all strength.
  • He gives power to the weak and strength to the powerless. Isaiah 40:29
  • Being strengthened with all power according to His glorious might so that you may have great endurance and patience, and giving joyful thanks to the Father, who has qualified you to share in the inheritance of his holy people in the kingdom of light. Colossians 11:11-12
  • You need to persevere so that when you have done the will of God, you will receive what he has promised. Hebrews 10:36
  • I can do all this through him who gives me strength. Philippians 4:13
  • Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer. Romans 12:12

4 | Prayers of Provision

Provider, as economies are seemingly screeching to a halt, thousands upon thousands will face financial pressure. We lift up single parents and single-income families, business owners (large and small), and all who are affected. We thank you that you’ve promised to never leave or forsake us, but rather provide all of our needs through Jesus Christ. You know our every need, so we release them into your giving hand. Help us not to worry about tomorrow, for it will take care of itself. In whatever way we can, let us be the hands and feet of Christ, exhibiting the Face of Grace to those in need. Be it your will, we seek your provision for the cure to this health pandemic, and we thankfully praise you for the only Cure to the world’s spiritual pandemic – Jesus.
  • He who did not spare his own Son, but gave him up for us all—how will he not also, along with him, graciously give us all things? Romans 8:32
  • And my God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19
  • Therefore do not be anxious, saying, ‘What shall we eat?’ or ‘What shall we drink?’ or ‘What shall we wear?’ For the Gentiles seek after all these things, and your heavenly Father knows that you need them all. Matthew 6:31-32
  • But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well. Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own. Matthew 6:33-34
  • “And the King will say, ‘I tell you the truth, when you did it to one of the least of these my brothers and sisters, you were doing it to me!’ Matthew 25:40

5 | Prayers for Heavenly Perspective

Holy One, though my eyes are flooded with earthly realities, I ask that you fill my vision with a heavenly perspective. Help me not to allow temporary things (seen) to overshadow your eternal (unseen) perspective. Enable me to set my heart, mind, and eyes on things above as I throw off everything that hinders my race towards you. Let the guiding light of your Word anchor my heart and mind, bridging the gap between now and the eternal future.
  • “Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer, and perfecter of faith. For the joy set before Him, he endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.” Hebrews 12:1-2
  • “Since, then, you have been raised with Christ, set your hearts on things above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things.“ Colossians 3:1-2
  • “Brothers and sisters, I do not consider myself yet to have taken hold of it. But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead, I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 3:13-14
  • “You did not choose me, but I chose you and appointed you so that you might go and bear fruit—fruit that will last—and so that whatever you ask in my name the Father will give you. This is my command: Love each other.”John 15:16-17
  • But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moths and vermin do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and steal. For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.” Matthew 6:19-21

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6 | Prayers for God’s Prevailing Purpose

Author of all things, we seek your prevailing purpose amid these uncertain times. Because we know that no plan can stand against Your will, we ask you to thwart the plans and purposes of evil, using this time for furthering Your great Kingdom. Understanding it’s not your desire for anyone to perish, we lift up, by name, those in our lives who do not know you. May our lives be a living testimony to your love for them as we overcome brokenness with your goodness. We are trusting that what was meant for harm will be used for the saving of many.
  • This is good, and pleases God our Savior, who wants all people to be saved and to come to a knowledge of the truth. 1 Timothy 2:3-4
  • Your kingdom come, Your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Matthew 6:10
  • The LORD works out everything to its proper end— even the wicked for a day of disaster. Proverbs 16:4
  • And we know that God causes all things to work together for good to those who love God, to those who are called according to His purpose. Romans 8:28

7 | Prayers for An Increase in Passion for God

Word of Life, let this be a time of great awakening. Revive the disconnected hearts of your children. Breath life and passion back into dry bones. Fuel us with an unquenchable passion to seek and serve you. And, when we get sidetracked, guide us back with your unfailing love and faithfulness. Ordain our steps with purpose and passion. Cultivate a longing for you as you till the soil of our hearts. Dig up any selfish gain and plow down any worthless things holding us back from a passionate pursuit of you, our Redeemer and Sustainer.
  • ‘You will seek Me and find Me when you search for Me with all your heart. Jeremiah 29:13
  • Let all who seek You rejoice and be glad in You; Let those who love Your salvation say continually, “The LORD be magnified!” Psalm 40:16
  • I have set the Lord always before me. Because he is at my right hand, I will not be shaken. Psalm 16:8
  • Now devote your heart and soul to seeking the LORD your God.” 1 Chronicles 22:19
  • One thing I ask from the LORD, this only do I seek: that I may dwell in the house of the LORD all the days of my life, to gaze on the beauty of the LORD and to seek him in his temple. Psalm 27:4

8 | Prayers of Praise

Praiseworthy One, put a new song of praise in all our hearts. Just as we were created to breathe, we were created to praise you. Rewire our thoughts, redirect our attention, and renew our joy as we continue to focus on whatever is pure, lovely and praiseworthy. As we learn to praise you for who you are, allow no room for the enemy. Draw us into your presence as we move mountains of despair by weeding out complaints and weaving in praise. Only then will we begin to see Your sovereign solutions, fervent faithfulness, powerful protection, unfaltering forgiveness, and everlasting love.
  • My mouth is filled with your praise, declaring your splendor all day long. Psalm 71:8 
  • Let everything that has breath praise the Lord. Psalm 150:6
  • Every day I will praise you and extol your name forever and ever. Great is the Lord and most worthy of praise; His greatness no one can fathom. Psalm 145:2-3
  • The Lord is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in him, and he helps me. My heart leaps for joy, and with my song I praise him. Psalm 28:7 
  • Because your love is better than life, my lips will glorify you. I will praise you as long as I live, and in your name, I will lift up my hands. Psalm 63:3-4 
  • Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. Philippians 4:8

If my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and I will forgive their sin and will heal their land. 2 Chronicles 7:14

May we become a people who humble ourselves before the King, seek His face, call on His name, and rest in His healing hand.

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