In 2nd Chronicles 7:14 God says, "If my people, who are called by my name,
will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways,
then I will hear from heaven and will forgive their sin and will heal their land."
Father God,
In the face of our societal problems, may we be people
who reflect Your love; people of faith and prayer.
Jesus said, "In this world you will have trouble.
But take heart! I have overcome the world."
There is only one permanent solution to the evils of the
world - one day, Jesus will return and make things right.
Until that time, we pray that You fill us with love and
compassion for our fellow man, and strengthen our prayer life.
In Jesus' holy name,
Amen.