Prayer for the Unborn: Protecting the Gift of Life

Date: July 6, 2023

Author: Melkisedeck Leon Shine

Heavenly Father,

We come before You today, with heavy hearts and tear-stained faces, as we lift up our prayers for the unborn, those who are fearfully and wonderfully made in Your image. Your Word reminds us in Psalm 139:13, "For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother's womb." We acknowledge that every life, from conception to natural death, is precious and sacred to You.

Lord Jesus, we pray for the protection of the gift of life, that You would touch the hearts and minds of those contemplating abortion. Open their eyes to the truth that life begins at conception, a truth that is rooted in Your Word. Help them to see the immense love and potential that You have placed within each precious child.

Holy Spirit, guide us as we stand as advocates for the unborn. Grant us the courage to speak up against the injustice of abortion, to defend the defenseless, and to support those who choose life. Give us the wisdom to offer practical and compassionate alternatives, so that every mother may feel empowered to choose life for her child.

We confess, Lord, that our society has lost sight of the value of life. We have become desensitized to the plight of the unborn, treating them as mere inconveniences rather than the miracles that they are. Forgive us, Father, for failing to protect and cherish the most vulnerable among us.

We lift up those who have experienced the pain of abortion, Father. May they find healing in Your loving arms, as You promise in Isaiah 61:3, "To bestow on them a crown of beauty instead of ashes, the oil of joy instead of mourning, and a garment of praise instead of a spirit of despair." Help them to know that Your forgiveness is boundless, and that You offer restoration and redemption.

Lord, we pray for our families, that they may be a haven of love and support for those faced with difficult decisions. May our homes be filled with the unconditional love that You have shown us, so that no woman feels alone or abandoned in her time of need. Grant us the strength to walk alongside those who choose life, providing them with the love and resources necessary to raise their children.

We trust in Your divine plan, Lord, knowing that You have a purpose for each and every life. May our faith in You give us the strength and perseverance to continue fighting for the unborn, even when the world may oppose us. Help us to be Your hands and feet, shining Your light in the darkness, as we work towards a society that cherishes and protects the gift of life.

In Your holy name, we pray, trusting in Your unfailing love and grace.

Amen.

Thank You, God the Father, for hearing our prayers and for the assurance that You are with us in this fight for life. Thank You, Holy Spirit, for guiding and empowering us. Thank You, Jesus, for the ultimate sacrifice You made on the cross, reminding us of the immeasurable love of our Heavenly Father. Amen.

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Joyce Mussa (Guest) on April 23, 2016

Strength comes from the Lord

Betty Cheruiyot (Guest) on April 22, 2016

🙏💖✨ Your grace is sufficient

Josephine Nduta (Guest) on March 30, 2016

🙏💖 Thank you for your grace, God

John Mushi (Guest) on March 27, 2016

Trust in the Lord; He knows the way

Michael Mboya (Guest) on March 17, 2016

Faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see

Joyce Nkya (Guest) on March 6, 2016

God is good, all the time!

Mary Njeri (Guest) on February 22, 2016

🙏🌟 May God grant you peace

Christopher Oloo (Guest) on January 26, 2016

🙏✨ God hear our prayers

James Mduma (Guest) on December 1, 2015

In faith, all things are possible

Jane Malecela (Guest) on November 21, 2015

🙏✨ May God's grace be with you

Victor Kamau (Guest) on November 15, 2015

God's mercies are new every morning

Irene Makena (Guest) on October 2, 2015

Trust in His plan.

Samuel Omondi (Guest) on September 10, 2015

You are never alone; God is with you

Jane Malecela (Guest) on July 11, 2015

In His mercy, God forgives and restores

Nancy Kawawa (Guest) on June 10, 2015

🙏❤️🌟 Thank you God for life

Grace Majaliwa (Guest) on May 23, 2015

His mercy endures forever

James Mduma (Guest) on April 19, 2015

🙏💖💫 God is good

Ann Wambui (Guest) on April 6, 2015

🙏✨❤️ May God's grace cover you

Mary Sokoine (Guest) on April 6, 2015

God has a purpose even in your pain

Peter Tibaijuka (Guest) on April 1, 2015

🙏❤️💖 May God's blessings be with you

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