Psalm 129:5 Let all those who hate Zion be put to shame and turned back (NKJV).
The Israelites has suffered greatly at the hand of their enemies, yet here we see them praying FOR thier enemies. Not praying that their enemies go to hell, or suffer as they did. They only ask that the enemies to be turned back from their current course against the Israelites.
It is good to pray for our enemies. Jesus tells us, “But I say to you, love your enemies, and pray for those who persecute you (Matthew 5:44).” So if we are hurt by someone, instead of wishing ill on them, we should pray for them. We don’t have to wish that they receive all the goodness the Lord wishes to give them. But a pray for their heart to turn around, a prayer for them to not succeed in ways, would be good.
Lord, I pray that you see those who are cruel to your children. I pray that these wicked and evil people are stopped from their desire to hurt others. I pray that they see their wicked ways and are shamed. It is your glory and grace that your children seek. Be with us through the hard times. Amen.
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