Prayers of The Book of Obadiah
The Book of Obadiah
The Book of Obadiah is the shortest book in the Old Testament and focuses on the judgment of Edom and the restoration of Israel. While it does not contain explicit prayers, we can derive prayer points based on its themes and messages. Here are some prayer points from the Book of Obadiah, using scriptures from the New King James Version (NKJV):
Prayer for Humility:
Scripture: "The pride of your heart has deceived you, you who dwell in the clefts of the rock, whose habitation is high; you who say in your heart, ‘Who will bring me down to the ground?’" (Obadiah 1:3 NKJV)
Prayer: "Lord, guard our hearts against pride. Help us to remain humble before You, recognizing that all we have and all we are come from You alone."
Prayer for Justice:
Scripture: "For the day of the Lord upon all the nations is near; as you have done, it shall be done to you; your reprisal shall return upon your own head." (Obadiah 1:15 NKJV)
Prayer: "Righteous God, we pray for Your justice to prevail in the world. Let those who do evil face the consequences of their actions, and uphold the cause of the righteous."
Prayer for Deliverance:
Scripture: "But on Mount Zion there shall be deliverance, and there shall be holiness; the house of Jacob shall possess their possessions." (Obadiah 1:17 NKJV)
Prayer: "Heavenly Father, we seek Your deliverance and holiness in our lives. Help us to walk in Your ways and to possess the spiritual inheritance You have promised us."
Prayer for Unity and Restoration:
Scripture: "Then the house of Jacob shall be a fire, and the house of Joseph a flame; but the house of Esau shall be stubble; they shall kindle them and devour them, and no survivor shall remain of the house of Esau, for the Lord has spoken." (Obadiah 1:18 NKJV)
Prayer: "Lord, unite Your people and restore us as a strong and vibrant community. Let us burn brightly for You, and remove any division or strife among us."
Prayer for God’s Sovereignty:
Scripture: "The kingdom shall be the Lord’s." (Obadiah 1:21b NKJV)
Prayer: "Sovereign Lord, we acknowledge that the kingdom belongs to You. Reign in our hearts and lives, and let Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven."
Prayer for Protection Against Enemies:
Scripture: "For violence against your brother Jacob, shame shall cover you, and you shall be cut off forever." (Obadiah 1:10 NKJV)
Prayer: "God of justice, protect us from those who seek to harm us. Cover them with shame for their violence, and let Your protection surround Your people."
Prayer for Compassion and Mercy:
Scripture: "But you should not have gazed on the day of your brother in the day of his captivity; nor should you have rejoiced over the children of Judah in the day of their destruction; nor should you have spoken proudly in the day of distress." (Obadiah 1:12 NKJV)
Prayer: "Lord, give us hearts of compassion and mercy. Help us not to gloat over others' misfortunes but to extend kindness and support to those in distress."
Prayer for God’s Judgment and Vindication:
Scripture: "For as you drank on My holy mountain, so shall all the nations drink continually; yes, they shall drink, and swallow, and they shall be as though they had never been." (Obadiah 1:16 NKJV)
Prayer: "Righteous Judge, we pray for Your judgment upon the wicked and vindication for Your people. Let Your justice be evident and Your righteousness upheld."
Prayer for Strength and Courage:
Scripture: "The house of Jacob shall be a fire, and the house of Joseph a flame." (Obadiah 1:18a NKJV)
Prayer: "Lord, grant us strength and courage to stand firm in our faith. Let us be like a fire and a flame, burning brightly for You and advancing Your kingdom."
By reflecting on these scriptures and praying in alignment with their themes, believers can seek God's guidance, protection, and justice, while fostering humility, compassion, and unity in their lives and communities.
