Prayers for Strength and Protection in Times of Persecution
All over the world, Christians are being persecuted for their faith. The Bible told us this would happen, but it also promises that God will strengthen us, provide for us, and reward us if we remain faithful.
And not only that but 2 Thessalonians 1:2-5 confirms that if we face persecution and tribulation it is because God has already judged us righteous. So persecution is a manifest token of that righteous judgement. This happened to Jesus also and when we walk with Him we have to take up cross and walk with it learning warfare, and pray without ceasing.
When the attacks come—whether it’s persecution, witchcraft, intimidation, or rejection—we must stand on the Word of God and pray His promises back to Him.
Here are prayers you can use, with scripture, for strength, discernment, provision, and protection.
Prayer for Strength
Scripture: “I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.” (Philippians 4:13)
Prayer:
Lord, strengthen my heart and body to endure the trials before me. I declare that my weakness is made perfect in Your strength (2 Corinthians 12:9). I will not faint, for You are the strength of my life (Psalm 27:1).
Prayer for Discernment
Scripture: “Beloved, believe not every spirit, but try the spirits whether they are of God.” (1 John 4:1)
Prayer:
Father, give me eyes to see and ears to hear. Expose every lie and counterfeit around me. Lead me into all truth by Your Holy Spirit (John 16:13). Help me to discern good from evil and to follow Your voice only.
Prayer for Strong Backs and Endurance
Scripture: “Blessed is the man that endureth temptation: for when he is tried, he shall receive the crown of life.” (James 1:12)
Prayer:
Lord, make my back strong to carry the cross You’ve called me to bear. Let me not grow weary in well-doing (Galatians 6:9). Strengthen me to endure, and keep my eyes on the crown of life You’ve promised.
Prayer for Provision
Scripture: “But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus.” (Philippians 4:19)
Prayer:
Jehovah Jireh, my Provider, I trust You to meet every need. Protect me from lack and from fear of lack. Provide bread for the hungry, shelter for the homeless, and resources for every believer standing firm in persecution.
Prayer for a Wall of Fire Protection
Scripture: “For I, saith the LORD, will be unto her a wall of fire round about, and will be the glory in the midst of her.” (Zechariah 2:5)
Prayer:
Lord, surround me and all persecuted believers with Your wall of fire. Let every demonic arrow be burned up before it reaches us. Be the glory in our midst, keeping us safe in body, spirit, and mind.
Final Encouragement
Remember: the trials you face are not in vain. The Bible says in Revelation 2:10:
“Be thou faithful unto death, and I will give thee a crown of life.”
And when the Chief Shepherd returns, “you will receive the crown of glory that fadeth not away” (1 Peter 5:4).
Stay strong, believer. Receive your crown.