The world has been shaken by the two devastating hurricanes that have wrought destruction on Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands, and parts of Texas. The death toll continues to rise and hundreds of thousands of people are without power or running water. We pray for the victims and their families during this difficult time. Here are some prayers for hurricane victims adapted from an article by Beliefnet:
- Father, we come to you in this hour in need of your help and mercy. We ask that you would be with all those who are suffering from this disaster and comfort them in their time of need.
- Lord, we lift up those who were affected by [hurricane name]. We know that You see every tear they cry; You hear every cry for help; You feel every pain they feel. And so right now we pray that you would bring Your peace into their lives as only You can do. In Jesus’ Name
- Dear Lord, please help us trust you more than ever before when the weather is uncertain and our lives seem out of control because of natural disasters like hurricanes, tornados, floods, or fires. Give us peace that passes all understanding as we rest–trusting in YOU!
Powerful Prayers For Hurricane Victims
1. Lord, help the victims of Hurricane Florence who are suffering right now. Please help them find some food and water to eat and drink. Please help them find someplace safe to keep dry and warm.
- Pray for the victims of Hurricane Florence
- Pray for the first responders who are helping people in need
- Pray for leaders making important decisions during this time
- Pray for those who are injured or sick and need help getting medical attention
- Pray for those most vulnerable, including children, the elderly, and people with special needs
- Pray for those who are struggling alone
2. Help the first responders who are trying to reach all the people in need. Give them wisdom and strength as they try their best to rescue and assist everyone they can.
Pray for the first responders who are trying to reach all the people in need. Give them wisdom and strength as they try their best to rescue and assist everyone they can.
Help the first responders who are trying to reach all the people in need. Give them wisdom and strength as they try their best to rescue and assist everyone they can.
3. Lord, we pray for wisdom for our leaders as they make important decisions during this crisis. Help them to know what’s best for everyone in the path of the hurricane. Let good come out of this disaster for all involved.
- Lord, we pray for wisdom for our leaders as they make important decisions during this crisis. Help them to know what’s best for everyone in the path of the hurricane. Let good come out of this disaster for all involved.
- We pray that you would keep us safe from harm and help us take care of each other, even if we don’t know each other now but may become neighbors later on.
4. We pray for anyone who is injured or sick. We pray for all those lost lives, especially the children affected by this tragedy. May their families be comforted by your presence in their lives.
The hurricane has caused devastation and we pray for anyone who is injured or sick. We pray for all those lost lives, especially the children affected by this tragedy. May their families be comforted by your presence in their lives.
We may not know what to say or do in these situations, but we can all pray for those who are trying to help others who are suffering from this devastating storm; also those who feel helpless or overwhelmed by the current situation.
5. God, show your love and compassion for those who are most vulnerable. Help them not to struggle alone but have others come alongside them, bringing comfort and help in time of need.
God, show your love and compassion for those who are most vulnerable. Help them not to struggle alone but have others come alongside them, bringing comfort and help in time of need.
In the midst of this terrible disaster that has hit our friends, family members, and communities, we lift up those who are suffering right now as we pray for their safety. We believe that you are with us as we struggle through this storm. We trust that you will be with us even when it seems like no one else is there to help us through this difficult time.
6. Take a moment now to pray these prayers, or write your own prayer asking God how you can best support those in need after Hurricane Florence strikes land again later today
- Pray for those who are suffering.
- Pray for those who are helping the victims.
- Pray for those who are making decisions about how to respond (such as government officials, local organizations, and churches).
- Pray for yourself and others as we journey through this storm together today, at home or on the road, wherever we may be when it comes ashore once again later today!
Closing
We pray for all who are in the path of Hurricane Florence. God, we ask that you would have mercy on all those who will be affected by this major storm. We pray for your protection and guidance as residents prepare for what’s to come in the next few days and weeks. We know you hold all things in your hands, including this powerful storm system. May your name be glorified by all of us who have been impacted by Hurricane Florence. Thank you that we can rest assured knowing nothing can separate us from your love in Christ Jesus our Lord (Romans 8:38-39).