“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God.” - Matthew 5:9

This week, Family Media received what can only be described as a tsunami of prayer requests.

People are asking God for healing, financial provision, restoration in their families and success in their businesses. But more than ever, they are also praying for peace and security in our country.

One person wrote:

“Please pray for our nation, Kenya, that it may be a safe place for all Kenyans. We have seen girls being kidnapped, defiled and killed. Goonism and hooliganism are increasing as political temperatures rise. Lastly, please pray for my business.”

This prayer request expresses the concerns of many Kenyans. People are worried about their families, their livelihoods and the direction in which our nation is moving.

What happened in Homa Bay over the weekend left many people disturbed and afraid. As we move closer to next year’s elections, people are asking difficult questions: What will happen next? Will our country remain peaceful? Can we still trust our leaders-and can we still trust one another?

Pray for Those in Authority

The Bible teaches us to pray for those who are in authority.

“I urge, then, first of all, that petitions, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for all people-for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives.” - 1 Timothy 2:1–2

That prayer is needed now more than ever.

We need leaders who understand that leadership is not about personal power, intimidation or creating division. True leadership is about serving people, protecting the vulnerable and bringing communities together.

Whatever our political opinions may be, violence must never become an acceptable way of expressing them. Kenya belongs to all of us-not only to one political party, one tribe, one community or one group of powerful people.

Peace begins in our hearts, homes, churches and communities
Peace begins in our hearts, homes, churches and communities.

Peace Begins With Us

Peace does not begin only in Parliament, at political rallies or inside government offices. Peace must also begin in our hearts, our homes, our churches and our communities.

We cannot sincerely pray for peace while spreading angry messages on social media. We cannot ask God to unite Kenya while encouraging tribal division. We cannot ask for protection while intimidating or attacking people who disagree with us.

Prayer must influence the way we live.

Being a peacemaker does not mean remaining silent about injustice. It means speaking the truth without hatred, defending what is right without encouraging violence and treating every person as someone created in the image of God.

Do Not Allow Fear to Control You

Sometimes we become so worried about tomorrow that we forget who is already there.

God is still in control.

He knows Kenya. He sees the fear and uncertainty in our nation. He also knows every personal difficulty you are facing-whether it concerns your health, your family, your finances or your business.

You are not alone.

Trusting God does not mean ignoring what is happening around us. It means that we will not allow fear to control our thoughts, words and actions. We continue to pray, speak the truth, reject violence and choose to become peacemakers.

A Praying Nation Can Change

If a nation begins to pray sincerely-and if its people are willing to live according to those prayers-things can change for the better.

What happened last weekend should not happen again. We must refuse hatred, tribalism, intimidation and political violence. We must pray for wisdom, justice and leaders whom the people can trust.

But we must also ask God to change our own hearts. Peace in Kenya is not only somebody else’s responsibility. Every one of us has a part to play.

Let us be careful about the messages we share. Let us refuse to spread rumours and misinformation. Let us listen before judging, help those who are afraid and pray for those with whom we disagree.

Even when our situation looks uncertain, we still have hope.

God has not abandoned Kenya. Let us pray for our nation, work for peace and remember that hope changes everything.

Let Us Pray

Heavenly Father, we place Kenya in Your hands. Protect our people and comfort everyone who is living in fear. Give our leaders wisdom, humility and a genuine desire to serve. Remove hatred, tribalism, intimidation and violence from our nation. Help each one of us to become an instrument of peace. Unite us and guide our country safely through the months ahead. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Originally published by Family News Today ↗