Psalm 55:22 NLT

Give your burdens to the Lord, and he will take care of you. He will not permit the godly to slip and fall.

Heavenly Father,

You are our steadfast protector and the compassionate caretaker of our souls. In Your boundless love, You invite us to lay our burdens at Your feet, promising care and protection that never wavers. Today, we come before You with the well-being and beauty of Shelby County, Tennessee, in our hearts, trusting in Your promise to uphold and sustain us.

We pray for the relief of burdens within our community. May those facing economic hardship, health challenges, and personal trials feel the weight lifted as they trust in You. Instill in us a communal spirit of support and empathy, that we might bear one another’s burdens in reflection of Your love.

Strengthen our faith and trust in You, Lord, that as challenges arise, we may lean on Your everlasting arms, confident in Your ability to provide and protect. May this trust be the foundation upon which our community stands, uniting us in hope and resilience.

Encourage us to build a community marked by unity and mutual support, mirroring Your care for us. Inspire acts of kindness and generosity, that through our deeds, the beauty of Your love may be seen in every corner of Shelby County.

Bless us with resilience, that we may not slip or fall but stand firm in the face of adversity, anchored by our faith in You. May our community not only survive but thrive, radiating the peace and well-being that comes from Your hand.

Grant Shelby County beauty not only in its landscapes but in the hearts of its people—beauty that reflects Your glory and draws others to Your grace. Let our community be a beacon of Your love, where all are welcomed, cared for, and cherished.

We place our trust and hopes for Shelby County in Your loving hands, confident in Your provision and guidance. Lead us forward in grace and unity, for the flourishing of our community and the glory of Your name.

We offer this prayer in the precious name of Christ Jesus.

Amen.