A Prayer Against Fear and Division
"Then they cried with a loud voice in the Jews' speech unto the people of Jerusalem that were on the wall, to affright them, and to trouble them; that they might take the city." - 2 Chronicles 32:18
Heavenly Father,
We gather our hearts in unity today, fully aware of the weight of the world around us. We reflect on the powerful moment described in 2 Chronicles 32:18: "Then they cried with a loud voice in the Jews' speech unto the people of Jerusalem that were on the wall, to affright them, and to trouble them; that they might take the city." Lord, this verse reminds us of the very real threats that confront us, both externally and internally.
Gracious Lord, in a time when the enemy seeks to sow division and fear among Your people, we come to You, the Creator and Sustainer of all that we are. Just as those in Jerusalem faced threats from outside forces, we too face challenges, anxieties, and fears that seek to undermine our peace and purpose. With loud voices, the enemy tries to inject a spirit of fear into our hearts, attempting to shake our faith and distract us from our true calling in You.
Father, we ask for Your strength to respond to the cries of the enemy with faith rather than fear. In moments of doubt, help us to remember the promises You’ve made—that You are our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble (Psalm 46:1). Lord, grant us the discernment to recognize the voices that seek to trouble our hearts and lead us astray. Teach us to silence the screams of fear with the sweet whispers of Your truth.
As we look upon the walls of our own lives, the barriers we have erected for protection and stability, let us not be intimidated by the shouting of those who wish to see us falter. Infuse us with Your courage so that we might stand firm, declaring Your goodness and faithfulness even in the face of adversity. When the voices grow loud and the doubts swell within us, remind us to lift our eyes to the hills, knowing our help comes from You, who made heaven and earth.
We seek to be united as Your Body, acknowledging the varied gifts and callings You have placed within us. Help us to stand together in love, to support one another against the onslaught of fear. Just as the enemies tried to influence the people of Jerusalem, we may also be challenged to remain steadfast in our faith and connection to one another.
Transform our hearts, Lord, from a spirit of division to one of unity. May we not be swayed by gossip or slander, but instead, may our voices rise up in prayer, encouragement, and support for one another. Teach us to approach our differences not as causes for division, but opportunities for grace and understanding.
Almighty God, we ask that You protect our city, our church, our families, and our hearts from the whisperings of despair and defeat. Where the enemy tries to tear down, let Your love build up. Where there is fear, breathe courage into us. Where there is division, let Your peace reign supreme. Help us to fix our eyes on the prize, on You—the Author and Finisher of our faith, believing that regardless of the voices that threaten us, we can always find shelter in Your promises.
Lord, we cry out to You to preserve the city that is our hearts and minds. Help us to note the schemes of the enemy without losing sight of Your plans for us. Let our walls be fortified with prayer and faith, standing tall against the noise and chaos that seeks to infiltrate. May we not be troubled but rise above the circumstances, declaring Your victory through Christ Jesus.
In Your mighty name, we pray,
Amen.
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2 Chronicles 32:18 - "Then they cried with a loud voice in the Jews' speech unto the people of Jerusalem that were on the wall, to affright them, and to trouble them; that they might take the city."
"Then they cried with a loud voice in the Jews' speech unto the people of Jerusalem that were on the wall, to affright them, and to trouble them; that they might take the city." - 2 Chronicles 32:18
2 Chronicles 18:32 - "For it came to pass, that, when the captains of the chariots perceived that it was not the king of Israel, they turned back again from pursuing him."
2 Chronicles 32:2 - "And when Hezekiah saw that Sennacherib was come, and that he was purposed to fight against Jerusalem,"
2 Chronicles 32:32 - "Now the rest of the acts of Hezekiah, and his goodness, behold, they are written in the vision of Isaiah the prophet, the son of Amoz, and in the book of the kings of Judah and Israel."
"For it came to pass, that, when the captains of the chariots perceived that it was not the king of Israel, they turned back again from pursuing him." - 2 Chronicles 18:32
2 Chronicles 32:20 - "And for this cause Hezekiah the king, and the prophet Isaiah the son of Amoz, prayed and cried to heaven."
1 Chronicles 2:32 - "And the sons of Jada the brother of Shammai; Jether, and Jonathan: and Jether died without children."
2 Chronicles 18:9
2 Chronicles 18:9
2 Chronicles 20:18
2 Chronicles 32:16 - "And his servants spake yet more against the LORD God, and against his servant Hezekiah."
2 Chronicles 32:28 - "Storehouses also for the increase of corn, and wine, and oil; and stalls for all manner of beasts, and cotes for flocks."
2 Chronicles 20:32 - "And he walked in the way of Asa his father, and departed not from it, doing that which was right in the sight of the LORD."
2 Chronicles 32:19 - "And they spake against the God of Jerusalem, as against the gods of the people of the earth, which were the work of the hands of man."
2 Chronicles 32:10 - "Thus saith Sennacherib king of Assyria, Whereon do ye trust, that ye abide in the siege in Jerusalem?"
2 Chronicles 32:7 - "Be strong and courageous, be not afraid nor dismayed for the king of Assyria, nor for all the multitude that is with him: for there be more with us than with him:"
2 Chronicles 34:32 - "And he caused all that were present in Jerusalem and Benjamin to stand to it. And the inhabitants of Jerusalem did according to the covenant of God, the God of their fathers."
2 Chronicles 32:29 - "Moreover he provided him cities, and possessions of flocks and herds in abundance: for God had given him substance very much."
2 Chronicles 32:24 - "¶ In those days Hezekiah was sick to the death, and prayed unto the LORD: and he spake unto him, and he gave him a sign."
2 Kings 14:18 - "And the rest of the acts of Amaziah, are they not written in the book of the chronicles of the kings of Judah?"
2 Chronicles 32:6 - "And he set captains of war over the people, and gathered them together to him in the street of the gate of the city, and spake comfortably to them, saying,"
2 Chronicles 32:3 - "He took counsel with his princes and his mighty men to stop the waters of the fountains which were without the city: and they did help him."
2 Chronicles 32:1 - "After these things, and the establishment thereof, Sennacherib king of Assyria came, and entered into Judah, and encamped against the fenced cities, and thought to win them for himself."
2 Chronicles 21:18 - "¶ And after all this the LORD smote him in his bowels with an incurable disease."
2 Chronicles 18:1 - "Now Jehoshaphat had riches and honour in abundance, and joined affinity with Ahab."
1 Chronicles 18:2 - "And he smote Moab; and the Moabites became David's servants, and brought gifts."
2 Chronicles 32:23 - "And many brought gifts unto the LORD to Jerusalem, and presents to Hezekiah king of Judah: so that he was magnified in the sight of all nations from thenceforth."
"And when Hezekiah saw that Sennacherib was come, and that he was purposed to fight against Jerusalem," - 2 Chronicles 32:2
2 Chronicles 29:32 - "And the number of the burnt offerings, which the congregation brought, was threescore and ten bullocks, an hundred rams, and two hundred lambs: all these were for a burnt offering to the LORD."