Prayer for Military

Thank You Lord, for the protection so far that, unlike so many other countries, allows us to pray on the street, in our homes, or wherever we wish. Thank you for the protection of the countless lives of those serving who have made it home from war to their families. Thank you God, that you are a "shield for all who take refuge in You" , and that "You arm me with strength." We honor You, and harness the power of prayer You have given us so that we may lift up our nations military.
(Psalm 18:30-32)

Please pray for our military leaders to make smart decisions regarding location and terms of missions so minimal lives would be lost and God's will would be done. Our worldly enemies have Satan making the calls, but we know that we should "not be afraid or discouraged, for the battle is not ours, but God's." ( 2 Chronicles 20:15)

Please pray for support and healing for those who have suffered, soldiers and families, from the countless effects of PTSD, (Post-traumatic Stress Disorder), and other injuries and illnesses resulting from war. Pray that we can learn from You, and strengthen and prepare soldiers and families before they enter the battlefield so they may be empowered and the Enemy would have little effect on them.

Please pray for guidance on how our nation can continue to minister to military families, how we can help them seek wisdom and realize the healing power of Jesus. That their faith would flourish, and their roots in Him would grow deeper, so no storm could sway them.

Thank you, God, that although military families have different and sometimes greater struggles than others, they are no less powerful than our brothers and sisters in Christ. Please help us realize that You are building us up so we can strengthen others. That You are the "God of all comfort, who comforts us in in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble."
(2 Corinthians 1: 3,4) Thank you for the trials in our lives, for only You know our hearts, and only in You we can overcome. We ask these things in Your awesome and glorious Name, Amen.