For Week of August 24, 2020
Monday
Pray for …
The victims and their families of the recent devastating tropical storms Marco and Laura in the Gulf Coast of Mexico, Caribbean, Louisiana, Mississippi, Texas, Florida, Dominican Republic and Haiti. Pray for the emergency workers who place themselves in harm’s way to help others.
Read and meditate on Psalm 91
Tuesday
Pray for …
The victims and their families of the dangerous wildfires in California. Pray for the fire fighters battling the numerous blazes. Pray for the tens of thousands of people without homes.
Read and meditate on Isaiah 54:17
Wednesday
Pray for …
Pastors and spiritual leaders who minister to hurting people during these times. Pray that the Lord will give them wisdom regarding the decisions they make to guide and protect their flock. Pray for wellness and safety for their spouses and families.
Read and meditate on Isaiah 41:10-12
Thursday
Pray for …
Caregivers of every kind across the country who are caring for family members and strangers who have contracted COVID-19. Pray for those working at home and for those working in hospitals and care facilities. This includes physicians, nurses and support staff.
Read and meditate on Colossians 1:11
Friday
Pray for …
Parents who are homeschooling due to the coronavirus pandemic. Pray that the Lord will give them patience and strength to handle the new set of circumstances. Pray for their children’s personal and social needs.
Read and meditate on Proverbs 2:6
Saturday
Pray for …
The families who have few or no resources to adapt to the new teaching and learning realities. Pray for needed support systems for them and the resourceful people who are reaching out to them.
Read and meditate on Matthew 25:40-45
Sunday
Pray for …
College students and campuses trying to cope during the COVID-19 pandemic. Pray for educational leaders who need wisdom and the truth regarding the conditions. Pray for administrators and governing bodies to be led by people concerns above financial concerns. Pray for the students who have contracted the virus upon returning to school.
Read and meditate on Isaiah 12:2