Heavenly Father,
We lift up Ukraine to You today, asking for Your grace and mercy to be poured out on this nation. We pray for the people of Ukraine, that You would give them strength and courage to face the challenges they are facing.
We pray for the leaders of Ukraine, that You would give them discernment and courage to lead with integrity and compassion. We pray for the church in Ukraine, that You would use it to be a light in the darkness and a beacon of hope for the people.
We pray for peace and reconciliation in Ukraine, and for an end to the violence and conflict. We ask that You would bring healing and restoration to those who have been affected by the fighting.
We trust in Your goodness, Your faithfulness, and Your sovereign plan for Ukraine, and we pray that Your love and Your light would shine bright in this nation.
In Jesus’ name we pray, Amen.
Suggested Bible Readings
John 14:27 ESV
Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. Not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid.
Psalm 18:2 ESV
The Lord is my rock and my fortress and my deliverer,
my God, my rock, in whom I take refuge,
my shield, and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold.
Psalm 91:4 ESV
He will cover you with his pinions,
and under his wings you will find refuge;
his faithfulness is a shield and buckler.
Philippians 4:19 ESV
And my God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus.
Isaiah 41:10 ESV
fear not, for I am with you;
be not dismayed, for I am your God;
I will strengthen you, I will help you,
I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.
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