Pride Month is a time to celebrate the diversity and beauty of God’s creation, and to affirm the dignity and worth of every human being. It is also a time to pray for the LGBTQ+ community, who often faces discrimination, violence, and rejection because of their sexual orientation or gender identity. As followers of Christ, we are called to love one another as ourselves, and to stand in solidarity with those who are marginalized and oppressed.
In this article, we will share 11 powerful prayers for the LGBTQ+ community, inspired by the scriptures and the experiences of LGBTQ+ Christians. These prayers are meant to express love, acceptance, and support for our LGBTQ+ siblings, and to ask God for guidance, healing, and justice. We hope that these prayers will enrich your faith and inspire you to live out the gospel of love in your own context.
1. A Prayer for LGBTQ+ Christians
God of grace and truth, we thank you for the gift of faith and the diversity of your people. We pray for our LGBTQ+ siblings who follow you and seek to serve you in their lives. We ask that you would bless them with your presence, your peace, and your power. We ask that you would strengthen them in their faith, affirm them in their identity, and equip them in their ministry. We ask that you would protect them from harm, comfort them in sorrow, and heal them from wounds. We ask that you would inspire them with your vision, fill them with your joy, and empower them with your Spirit. We ask that you would make them a blessing to others, a witness to your love, and a sign of your kingdom. Amen.
2. A Prayer for LGBTQ+ Youth
God of hope and love, we thank you for the gift of life and the potential of every young person. We pray for our LGBTQ+ youth, who are discovering themselves and their place in the world. We ask that you would surround them with your love, your light, and your wisdom. We ask that you would guide them in their journey, support them in their challenges, and celebrate them in their achievements. We ask that you would provide them with safe spaces, caring adults, and supportive peers. We ask that you would help them to embrace their uniqueness, express their creativity, and explore their spirituality. We ask that you would enable them to grow in confidence, courage, and compassion. We ask that you would make them a source of hope, a force for good, and a voice for change. Amen.
3. A Prayer for LGBTQ+ Families
God of compassion and mercy, we thank you for the gift of family and the bonds of love. We pray for our LGBTQ+ families who share their lives and their faith with one another. We ask that you would bless them with your grace, your favor, and your abundance. We ask that you would strengthen them in their relationships, enrich them in their experiences, and sustain them in their needs. We ask that you would protect them from evil, comfort them in trouble, and heal them from brokenness. We ask that you would inspire them with your purpose, fill them with your joy, and empower them with your Spirit. We ask that you would make them a model of love, a witness of faith, and a sign of your kingdom. Amen.
4. A Prayer for LGBTQ+ Allies
God of justice and peace, we thank you for the gift of community and the call to solidarity. We pray for our LGBTQ+ allies who stand with us and advocate for us. We ask that you would bless them with your presence, your peace, and your power. We ask that you would strengthen them in their commitment, affirm them in their actions, and equip them in their advocacy. We ask that you would protect them from harm, comfort them in distress, and heal them from wounds. We ask that you would inspire them with your vision, fill them with your joy, and empower them with your Spirit. We ask that you would make them a partner in justice, a peacemaker in conflict, and a bridge in division. Amen.
5. A Prayer for LGBTQ+ Oppressors
God of forgiveness and transformation, we thank you for the gift of repentance and the possibility of change. We pray for our LGBTQ+ oppressors who hurt us and harm us. We ask that you would convict them of their sin, confront them with your truth, and challenge them with your love. We ask that you would soften their hearts, open their minds, and change their attitudes. We ask that you would heal their wounds, free them from fear, and deliver them from hatred. We ask that you would inspire them with your grace, fill them with your joy, and empower them with your Spirit. We ask that you would make them a new creation, a child of God, and a member of your family. Amen.
6. A Prayer for LGBTQ+ Inclusion
God of diversity and inclusion, we thank you for the gift of variety and the richness of your creation. We pray for our LGBTQ+ inclusion in the church and in the society. We ask that you would open the doors of welcome, break the walls of exclusion, and build the bridges of connection. We ask that you would create a culture of respect, foster a spirit of dialogue, and promote a practice of hospitality. We ask that you would teach us to value difference, celebrate diversity, and embrace inclusion. We ask that you would help us to reflect your image, manifest your love, and embody your kingdom. Amen.
7. A Prayer for LGBTQ+ Liberation
God of freedom and liberation, we thank you for the gift of deliverance and the promise of your kingdom. We pray for our LGBTQ+ liberation from oppression and injustice. We ask that you would expose the systems of domination, confront the powers of evil, and challenge the structures of sin. We ask that you would liberate the captives, heal the wounded, and restore the broken. We ask that you would empower the marginalized, uplift the downtrodden, and honor the despised. We ask that you would establish your justice, enact your righteousness, and reveal your glory. We ask that you would help us to proclaim your gospel, demonstrate your power, and advance your kingdom. Amen.
8. A Prayer for LGBTQ+ Reconciliation
God of reconciliation and healing, we thank you for the gift of forgiveness and the ministry of reconciliation. We pray for our LGBTQ+ reconciliation with those who have hurt us or whom we have hurt. We ask that you would heal the memories, mend the relationships, and restore the trust. We ask that you would enable us to forgive and to be forgiven, to seek and to grant pardon, and to reconcile and to be reconciled. We ask that you would help us to overcome bitterness, resentment, and anger, and to cultivate kindness, compassion, and love. We ask that you would help us to reflect your character, manifest your grace, and embody your peace. Amen.
9. A Prayer for LGBTQ+ Celebration
God of joy and celebration, we thank you for the gift of happiness and the opportunity to rejoice. We pray for our LGBTQ+ celebration of who we are and how you made us. We ask that you would fill us with your joy, your delight, and your pleasure. We ask that you would enable us to celebrate our identity, our sexuality, and our spirituality. We ask that you would help us to appreciate our gifts, our talents, and our contributions. We ask that you would help us to express our gratitude, our praise, and our worship. We ask that you would help us to reflect your beauty, manifest your glory, and embody your joy. Amen.
10. A Prayer for LGBTQ+ Wisdom
God of wisdom and understanding, we thank you for the gift of knowledge and the access to your truth. We pray for our LGBTQ+ wisdom to discern your will and to follow your ways. We ask that you would enlighten our minds, illuminate our hearts, and guide our steps. We ask that you would enable us to understand your word, apply your principles, and obey your commands. We ask that you would help us to seek your counsel, listen to your voice, and follow your lead. We ask that you would help us to reflect your mind, manifest your wisdom, and embody your truth. Amen.
11. A Prayer for LGBTQ+ Courage
God of courage and strength, we thank you for the gift of bravery and the assurance of your presence. We pray for our LGBTQ+ courage to face our fears and to overcome our challenges. We ask that you would fill us with your power, your might, and your authority. We ask that you would enable us to confront our enemies, resist our temptations, and endure our trials. We ask that you would help us to speak your truth, do your will, and bear your cross. We ask that you would help us to reflect your character, manifest your power, and embody your courage. Amen.
We hope that these prayers have inspired you and encouraged you to pray for the LGBTQ+ community during Pride Month and beyond. We believe that God loves and cares for each and every one of his children, regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity. We believe that God calls us to love one another as he has loved us, and to stand in solidarity with those who are marginalized and oppressed. We believe that God is working to bring about his kingdom of justice, peace, and joy, where everyone is welcome and valued.
Let us join our hearts and voices in prayer, and let us carry the spirit of love, compassion, and inclusivity throughout the year. Let us celebrate the beauty and diversity of God’s creation, and let us affirm the dignity and worth of every human being. Let us be the change we want to see in the world, and let us reflect God’s love in our words and actions. Amen.
