Father God,


You told us long ago that as long as we live in this world we will have troubles. You simply promised to rescue us when problems make an appearance. Though you did not cause the evil that makes us suffer, you graciously teach us endurance and develop our character through those troubles.

Today we call out to you on behalf of our brothers and sisters in the South who are suffering because of tornadoes and flooding.

• You are the God of Love. Allow them to feel your love.

• You are their Refuge. Safely shelter them during these storms. Keep them from danger, illness, wild animals, snakes, disease and anyone who would take advantage of the situation.

• You are their Comforter. Please comfort them.

• You are the God of Peace. Use these troubles to still hearts and heal faltering relationships.

• You give supernatural strength when needed. Give the mental, physical and emotional strength they’ll need to deal with the storms.

• You are their Provider. Provide food, shelter, as well as the funds and supplies they will need to rebuild lives.

• You are the God of Wisdom. Clear up any confusion that presses down on them and show them where and how to proceed.

Help them stand on the sure knowledge that you have never and will never abandon

them or let them down. Give them determination to face trouble with courage.

Thank you for allowing us to pray in your name for these precious people. Please show those of us who can, exactly how we should help. We pray in your name, Jesus, amen.


Supporting verses:

“He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will abide in the shadow of the Almighty. I will say to the LORD, ‘My refuge and my fortress, my God in whom I trust.’” Psalm 91:1,2

“Have you not known? Have you not heard? The LORD is the everlasting God, the Creator of the ends of the earth. He does not faint or grow weary; his understanding is unsearchable. He gives power to the faint, and to him who has no might he increases strength. Even youths shall faint and be weary, and the young men shall fall exhausted; but they who wait for the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not faint.” Isaiah 40:28 - 31

“In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world.” John 16:33

“Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go.” Josh. 1:9

“But that with full courage now as always Christ will be honored in my body, whether by life or by death.” Phil. 1:20