Pray this prayer from poet and speaker Tanner Olson to help people in your church get through what they’re going through.
Please pray aloud:
God,
Move close to those who are getting through what they are going through.
Sit beside the weary,
the discouraged,
the hurting.
For those carrying more than they can explain,
be their peace for today
and their hope for tomorrow.
For those walking through grief,
be their comfort.
For those burdened by anxiety,
be their firm foundation.
For those exhausted by struggles no one else can see,
be their steady strength.
Lift the heaviness that has found their hearts.
Quiet the fears that keep them tossing and turning.
Bring light into places that feel dark,
and peace into places that feel forgotten.
Remind them they do not have to carry everything alone.
Surround them with people who will listen
and love.
Give them courage for the next step,
joy for the present moment,
and faith for the road ahead.
In the waiting,
be near.
In the questions,
be faithful.
In the pain,
be gentle.
Hold Your children with a love that does not let go.
And let them know,
as they are getting through what they are going through,
that they are seen,
known,
and dearly loved.
In Jesus’ name. Amen.
