Pray with the global church

Lord of Hosts, we bring before You Oyo State and its people, where fear has taken root through abductions. In Your power, make fear flee and let terror be defeated in these regions as You break the bow and shatter the spear. Establish peace where violence has reigned, that schools may become places of learning and hope again. Reveal Jesus to those who have sown terror, bringing transformation like You did with Saul on the road to Damascus. Protect the children and their teachers with Your shield, and empower the believers in Oyo to stand firm in love and truth. Let justice flow like a river, bringing restoration where there has been loss. We ask this for Your glory, through Christ our Lord. Amen.