How to Pray for People Affected by Poverty

It is hard to imagine that half of the people in our world live on less than $2.00 a day. Most of us cannot begin to understand that kind of poverty. The bible repeatedly shows God's tender heart for the poor and forgotten. We can share that compassion as we pray and work for economic justice in the world.

Here are some suggestions for how to pray for those affected by poverty...

Ask God to provide food, shelter, water, clothing, and heatlh care to those without income or resources.

Ask God to touch your own heart, making you sensitive to the needs of the poor.

Pray that churches and welfare organizations serving those affected by poverty will be able to provide spiritual comfort and physical help to people in their communities.

Pray that God will touch the hearts of political leaders to make decisions in the best interests of the poor.

Pray that God will protect those who are affected by poverty from abuse and exploitation by others who have greater power or resources.

Pray that God will help the poor gain the understanding and power needed to improve their own circumstances.