I’m glued to the news and weather, watching as flood waters ravage parts of Texas. I’m also texting with friends in the Houston area to confirm their safety. I can’t help today in any physical ways with the Texas flooding, but I can pray. And that’s a powerful tool.
Maybe you are also watching from a distance and want to pray specifically, but you aren’t sure how. I’ve been brainstorming specific ways we can pray for the current flooding in Houston, south Texas, and beyond. These specific needs/items can be lifted to God in the wake of a wide range of natural events and disasters. And, this list is a work in progress. Please add ideas for specific prayers in the comment section. Let’s keep praying!
Pray for People in the Flooded Areas
- Protection of all life, including family pets
- Safe transportation to safe areas
- Dry, comfortable lodging, safe drinking water, and nutritious food
- Quick reunion for any separated families
- Long-term housing for those who have lost homes
- Ability to communicate with extended family and friends
Pray for Rescue Efforts by First Responders/Emergency Personnel
- Reliable cell and phone service so citizens can summon help
- Good, reliable communication between agencies
- Safety for police officers, firemen, and emergency medical personnel
- Strength, stamina and wisdom as they respond to the overwhelming need
- Additional manpower from outside the area to meet the need
Pray for Ongoing Relief Efforts
- Plenty of volunteer teams and government groups to respond to the need
- Physical strength and stamina for the disaster relief teams
- Coordination of all volunteer efforts so there will be no gaps and all needs will be met
- Enough resources – money, supplies, equipment, food, and water – to meet the needs
- Protect the resources from theft, fraud, and accident
Pray for Physical Conditions
- Protection from additional rain and tornadoes
- Open passages for built up/backed up water to safely drain away
- Plenty of sources for clean drinking water
- Clear roadways for emergency personnel
List compiled by Kathy Howard © 2017
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