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Prayer point

Pray for families grieving the loss of relatives and homes

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A red and white Canadian Coast Guard vessel on the water near a wooded shore
The Canadian Coast Guard ship Sir Wilfred Grenfell at Victoria, British Columbia. Gordon Leggett / Wikimedia Commons · CC BY 4.0
Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.

Matthew 5:4 World English Bible

Reflection

Disasters and sudden tragedies leave families stripped of security, grieving loved ones and searching for stable ground. When tragedy strikes, emotional and physical displacement weighs heavily on individuals, local leaders, and emergency response workers serving impacted communities. Asking God to sustain those carrying profound sorrow brings divine comfort where human efforts fall short. Ask the Lord to surround grieving families with steadfast support, restore displaced households, and grant enduring peace and hope to all affected during rebuilding efforts.

Prayer

Pray for those who have lost family members and for those who have lost their homes. May the God of hope fill them with joy and peace.

This prayer point first appeared in NHOP's prayer strategy for 19 August 2023.