Pray with the global church

God of All Comfort, we lift up the people of Kaduna State, where two of Your own have been slain and others kidnapped. In the midst of their grief and fear, be their refuge and fortress. You have promised to be near to the brokenhearted; draw close to the wounded and traumatized, and sustain them with Your peace that surpasses understanding. Reveal Jesus to the attackers, the authorities, and the surrounding communities, that they might see the light of Your love even in the darkness. Guard the hearts of the believers in Kaduna, that they might not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good. Let Your justice roll down like waters, and righteousness like an ever-flowing stream. We entrust these communities to Your faithful care, for You are our rock and our salvation. In the name of Jesus, our Redeemer. Amen.