Prayer Inspired by Psalm 28

Heavenly Father,

You are our rock and our fortress, our strength in times of need and our shield from danger. Your justice and mercy guide us, and Your compassion never fails. You hear our cries for help and deliver us with Your mighty hand.

We come before You today on behalf of Shelby County, Tennessee, asking for Your divine intervention and blessing. Fill our community with Your presence and peace. Protect us from harm and guide our steps towards righteousness and justice.

Grant us the courage to face challenges with confidence, knowing You are with us. Strengthen our leaders and all who make decisions that affect our lives, that they may do so with wisdom and compassion. Help us to support one another in love and to act with integrity in all our dealings.

Nurture our community with Your unfailing love and lead us as a shepherd guides his flock. May we walk in Your ways and celebrate Your goodness with songs of thanksgiving. Let Your justice roll down like waters and Your righteousness like an ever-flowing stream, healing and refreshing all areas of our society.

Bless us with Your protection, guide us with Your wisdom, and keep us close to You. May we see Your goodness in the land of the living and inspire others to seek Your face.

In the precious name of Christ Jesus, we pray.

Amen.