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#8: A PRAYER FOR THE ELDERLY

"Gray hair is a crown of glory; it is gained in a righteous life."- Proverbs 16:31

Painting entitled "Mother Dearest" by Alton Felix (2012). Mixed media on canvas. 

Heavenly Father,

I thank You for the elderly in my country, and pray for divine intervention during this scourge of COVID-19.  O Lord, the old are most susceptible to the virus, and they number the highest among the casualties of this pandemic. O Lord, remember Your promise in Proverbs 16:31 which says:

"Gray hair is a crown of glory; it is gained in a righteous life."

 I pray that their gray hair will be by many as seen as a crown of glory.  

Preserve their lives, O Lord, during this pandemic.

Psalm 90:10 reminds us that:

'The years of our life are seventy, or even by reason of strength eighty; yet their span is but toil and trouble; they are soon gone, and we fly away.'

Yes Lord, help us through these times of toil and trouble. I declare that no pandemic will rob them from living to their fullest until the promised years of 70 or more.

Your Word in Psalm 71:9 says:

"Do not cast me off in the time of old age; forsake me not when my strength is spent."

I pray that the elderly will be treated with respect, and will be appreciated for their many positive contributions to the families and communities.

I pray for divine protection over the elderly and for Your healing touch upon those who may be sick at this time. For as Leviticus 19:32 states

“You shall stand up before the gray head and honor the face of an old man, and you shall fear your God: I am the Lord."

Let the elderly continue to be beacons of hope and living testimonies of Your righteousness.

 In Jesus' name I pray with thanksgiving. Amen. 

Posted: 22-12-21