Prayer #4: A Prayer for Solidarity

From  Sabeel’s “Holy Week with Gaza” Resource, March 2024.

Heavenly Father,

We come before You today with heavy hearts, seeking Your guidance and wisdom in a world fraught with injustice and suffering. We pray for the people of Palestine, whose cries for freedom and dignity have echoed through the decades, often met with silence or indifference.

Lord, we ask You to move the hearts of those in the international community, that they may adopt a single standard of justice and human rights, applicable to all nations and peoples. Inspire leaders and policymakers worldwide to recognize the value of every human life, regardless of nationality, race, or creed, and to act with courage and integrity in defending those who are oppressed.

Grant us the strength to stand against the injustices faced by the Palestinian people. Help us to raise our voices in solidarity, advocating for their right to live in peace and security, free from occupation and discrimination. May our efforts contribute to a world where accountability is not selective, but universal, holding all nations to the same standards of humanity and compassion.

We pray for a future where the land known for its ancient stories of faith becomes a testament to Your love and justice, a place where all can live in harmony. Let us be instruments of Your peace, working tirelessly to bridge divides and heal wounds, in the name of justice and human dignity. In Your holy name, we pray, Amen