Prayer for Persecuted Christians
“Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness’ sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.” — Matthew 5:10 (RSV)
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The Prayer
Lord Jesus Christ,
We pray for our Christian brothers and sisters throughout the world who suffer because they believe in You.
Protect those who are threatened, imprisoned, driven from their homes, or forced to worship in secret.
Strengthen those who are afraid and comfort the families who have lost loved ones because of their faith.
Give them the courage to remain faithful when following You comes at a great cost. Remind them that they are never alone, for You are with them in their suffering and Your Church stands beside them in prayer.
Bless their persecutors with conversion of heart. Where there is hatred, bring love; where there is violence, bring peace; and where there is darkness, let the light of Christ shine.
May all persecuted Christians find strength in Your Cross and hope in Your Resurrection, knowing that nothing can separate them from Your love.
Amen.
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Public Domain: St. Francis Receiving the Stigmata (1887) angel illustration by Sir Edward Coley Burne-Jones. Original public domain image from The MET Museum.
Public Domain: St. Francis Receiving the Stigmata (1887) angel illustration by Sir Edward Coley Burne-Jones. Original public domain image from The MET Museum.
About This Prayer
From the earliest days of the Church, Christians have endured persecution for professing their faith in Jesus Christ. Christ Himself warned His disciples that they would face opposition, while promising that those who remain faithful belong to the Kingdom of Heaven.
This prayer asks God to protect persecuted Christians, strengthen their faith, comfort their families, and bring conversion to those who persecute them.
The Prayer
Lord Jesus Christ,
We pray for our Christian brothers and sisters throughout the world who suffer because they believe in You.
Protect those who are threatened, imprisoned, driven from their homes, or forced to worship in secret.
Strengthen those who are afraid and comfort the families who have lost loved ones because of their faith.
Give them the courage to remain faithful when following You comes at a great cost. Remind them that they are never alone, for You are with them in their suffering and Your Church stands beside them in prayer.
Bless their persecutors with conversion of heart. Where there is hatred, bring love; where there is violence, bring peace; and where there is darkness, let the light of Christ shine.
May all persecuted Christians find strength in Your Cross and hope in Your Resurrection, knowing that nothing can separate them from Your love.
Amen.
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When To Pray
Pray this prayer for Christians throughout the world who face violence, imprisonment, discrimination, displacement, or threats because of their faith. It can also be prayed for missionaries, priests, religious, converts to Christianity, underground Christian communities, and the families of martyrs.
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About This Prayer
From the earliest days of the Church, Christians have endured persecution for professing their faith in Jesus Christ. Christ Himself warned His disciples that they would face opposition, while promising that those who remain faithful belong to the Kingdom of Heaven.
This prayer asks God to protect persecuted Christians, strengthen their faith, comfort their families, and bring conversion to those who persecute them.
When To Pray
Pray this prayer for Christians throughout the world who face violence, imprisonment, discrimination, displacement, or threats because of their faith. It can also be prayed for missionaries, priests, religious, converts to Christianity, underground Christian communities, and the families of martyrs.
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