“If my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and I will forgive their sin and will heal their land.”— 2 Chronicles 7:14 NIV

“Now, Lord, look on their threats, and grant to Your servants that with all boldness they may speak Your word.”— Acts 4:29 NKJV

“He makes wars cease to the end of the earth; he breaks the bow and shatters the spear; he burns the chariots with fire.”— Psalm 46:9 ESV

1. The recent shooting of United States political activist Charles Kirk has caused turmoil in the USA and around the world.

a. Pray against the rising gun violence in the USA. Pray for the Lord’s mercy on the nation—especially among the young people who are often culprits in these shootings.

b. Pray for God’s mercy upon the shooter and all those involved. Pray for conviction and repentance.

c. Charles Kirk and his family openly served Christ. Pray that his wife, children and extended family will be comforted by the Holy Spirit in this difficult time.

d. Pray that Christians around the world will not cower in fear because of his death, but instead have the boldness to continue to stand up for the faith and for what is right.

2. Let us pray for the Russia–Ukraine war and the Israel–Palestine conflict, which continue to escalate and kill many. Pray for comfort and peace for the citizens of these nations.