Pray with the global church

God of Peace, we lift up the people of Gaza and the West Bank as they endure turmoil and suffering amidst election deadlock and violence. In places torn by conflict, where families are grieved by daily loss, make Your promise true: that those who sow in tears will reap with songs of joy. Draw near to the grieving and establish justice in ways only You can. Reveal Jesus as the Prince of Peace to officials entrenched in strife, to families longing for safety, and to soldiers weary from years of enmity. Let reconciliation find root here, where human plans falter. Your purposes stand forever — unfold them before our eyes for the sake of those who wait in hope. In Christ's name we trust You to act. Amen.