God makes wars cease to the ends of the earth. …
God breaks the bow and shatters the spear;
God says, “Be still, and know that I am God;
I will be exalted among the nations,
I will be exalted in the earth.”God makes wars cease to the ends of the earth. …
Psalm 46:9-10, NRSV
God breaks the bow and shatters the spear;
God says, “Be still, and know that I am God;
I will be exalted among the nations,
I will be exalted in the earth.”
God of peace,
Russia has invaded the Ukraine and war seems inevitable.
Lord, have mercy. Christ, have mercy.
God of wisdom,
Rain down your Spirit onto the leaders of the world
That they might find a way where there is no way.
Lord, have mercy. Christ, have mercy.
God of comfort,
Wrap the grieving ones in your cloak of consolation.
Lord, have mercy. Christ, have mercy.
God of courage,
Be present with all those who are in harm’s way.
Lord, have mercy. Christ, have mercy.
Amen.
All the Wonders 
Amen. Thank you Beth.
Blessings to you
Sad that this had to be written. But there is joy in knowing He is merciful and gives peace, wisdom, comfort, and courage to those in need.
Amen. Thank you, Patricia.
Thank you, Beth. I needed your words as I was just at a loss of how to pray for Ukraine.
I so appreciate all of your prayers and artwork.
Thank you, Judi. Blessings!