44 MFM Powerful Prayer Points Against Crime, Banditry, Insecurity, Violence and Fear for Divine Protection and Safety
PRAYER FOCUS
This prayer programme focuses on:
- Divine protection from crime, banditry, violence, kidnapping, robbery, and insecurity.
- Preservation of innocent lives and families.
- Protection during journeys and daily activities.
- Safety in homes, schools, workplaces, markets, and communities.
- Exposure and prevention of criminal plans.
- Wisdom for security personnel, community leaders, and authorities.
- Freedom from fear, panic, and intimidation.
- Healing and restoration for victims and survivors.
- Peace in troubled communities.
- Justice, accountability, and lasting security.
BIBLE EXHORTATION
God is repeatedly revealed in Scripture as the refuge, defender, and protector of His people.
Psalm 46:1 declares that God is our refuge and strength, a present help in trouble.
Psalm 121:7–8 speaks of the Lord preserving His people from evil and keeping their going out and coming in.
Psalm 91 gives a powerful picture of confidence in God’s protection, while Proverbs 18:10 declares that the name of the Lord is a strong tower.
Therefore, these prayers are offered in faith for divine protection, wisdom, courage, justice, and peace. We stand against crime and violence without directing hatred toward innocent people or communities.
PROPHETIC ILLUSTRATION
A family is traveling along a road when danger suddenly appears ahead.
Before the danger reaches them, they are warned.
They change direction.
They arrive safely at their destination.
What looked like an ordinary journey becomes a testimony of preservation.
In the same way, may God give families wisdom to recognize danger, protection from preventable harm, courage during emergencies, and grace to dwell in safety.
May communities move from fear toward peace, from insecurity toward stability, and from violence toward justice and restoration.
BIBLE TEXTS
- Psalm 4:8
- Psalm 23:1–6
- Psalm 27:1–3
- Psalm 34:7, 14
- Psalm 46:1–11
- Psalm 91:1–16
- Psalm 121:1–8
- Psalm 127:1–2
- Proverbs 18:10
- Isaiah 26:3
- Isaiah 41:10
- Isaiah 54:17
- Matthew 5:9
- John 14:27
- Romans 12:18–21
- 2 Thessalonians 3:3
- 1 Timothy 2:1–2
- James 3:18
BIBLE READING
Primary Reading — Psalm 91
Read Psalm 91 slowly and prayerfully.
Focus on:
- God’s refuge.
- Divine preservation.
- Freedom from fear.
- Protection from danger.
- God’s presence during difficult circumstances.
Additional Bible Readings
Psalm 121:1–8 — divine preservation.
Psalm 46:1–11 — God as refuge and strength.
Psalm 27:1–3 — courage in the face of danger.
Isaiah 41:10 — divine help and strength.
2 Thessalonians 3:3 — God’s faithfulness and protection.
CONFESSION
The Lord is my refuge and fortress.
God is my defender.
I will not surrender my heart to fear.
I will not live under the dominion of intimidation.
The Lord preserves my going out and my coming in.
My household is under God’s care.
I receive wisdom.
I receive discernment.
I receive courage.
I receive peace.
I reject reckless fear.
I reject hatred.
I reject revenge.
I reject the spirit of violence.
I shall not walk carelessly into preventable danger.
God shall guide my decisions.
God shall preserve my family.
God shall protect innocent people around me.
My community shall experience peace.
Justice shall prevail over criminality.
Truth shall prevail over deception.
Peace shall prevail over violence.
The Lord shall be glorified through my preservation.
In the name of Jesus, Amen.
SPIRITUAL AND EMOTIONAL SYMPTOMS TO BRING BEFORE GOD
- Persistent fear of crime.
- Fear of traveling.
- Fear of kidnapping or violent attacks.
- Anxiety concerning family members.
- Sleeplessness caused by insecurity.
- Constant expectation of danger.
- Emotional distress after witnessing violence.
- Trauma following criminal incidents.
- Fear of public places.
- Fear concerning children and vulnerable relatives.
- Community-wide anxiety.
- Loss of confidence caused by repeated insecurity.
- Anger following injustice.
- Feelings of helplessness.
- Grief following violent incidents.
- Persistent thoughts about possible attacks.
PROPHETIC DECLARATION
I declare that the Lord is my refuge and strength.
I declare that fear shall not rule my household.
I declare that God shall preserve my going out and my coming in.
I declare that my family shall receive wisdom for safety.
I declare that innocent lives shall be preserved.
I declare that criminal plans shall be exposed before they cause harm.
I declare that communities shall receive wisdom and courage.
I declare that security personnel shall receive discernment and strength.
I declare that victims shall receive comfort and restoration.
I declare that violence shall not have the final word.
I declare that peace shall rise in troubled communities.
I declare that justice shall confront criminality.
I declare that hope shall overcome fear.
I declare that God shall preserve His people.
In the name of Jesus, Amen.
SECTION 1 — MORNING WARFARE
Breaking Fear and Establishing Divine Protection
Prayer Point 1
O Lord, arise and become my refuge and strength; let every atmosphere of crime, insecurity, violence, and fear around me give way to Your peace and protection, in the name of Jesus, Amen.
Prayer Point 2
Every spirit of fear constantly predicting danger and disaster in my heart, lose your hold; I receive courage, wisdom, and a sound mind, in the name of Jesus, Amen.
Prayer Point 3
Father, protect me and my household from robbery, kidnapping, violent attacks, criminal activity, and every form of destructive aggression, in the name of Jesus, Amen.
Prayer Point 4
Every criminal plan directed against innocent people in my environment, be exposed and prevented before it produces destruction, in the name of Jesus, Amen.
Prayer Point 5
O Lord, give me discernment to recognize genuine danger and wisdom to respond appropriately without panic or recklessness, in the name of Jesus, Amen.
Prayer Point 6
Every atmosphere of intimidation created by criminality and violence, be broken; let courage, wisdom, and responsible vigilance arise, in the name of Jesus, Amen.
Prayer Point 7
Father, establish Your peace in my home; let every member of my household receive protection, wisdom, courage, and sound judgment, in the name of Jesus, Amen.
Prayer Point 8
O Lord, preserve innocent families living in areas affected by crime and insecurity; let help, protection, justice, and practical solutions arise for them, in the name of Jesus, Amen.
SECTION 2 — MIDDAY WARFARE
Protection on the Roads, in Public Places and Communities
Prayer Point 9
Father, preserve me during every journey; protect me on roads, highways, waterways, railways, and other routes of transportation, in the name of Jesus, Amen.
Prayer Point 10
Every plan of criminal interception, robbery, kidnapping, or violent attack against travelers, be exposed and prevented, in the name of Jesus, Amen.
Prayer Point 11
O Lord, protect children, students, workers, traders, travelers, and vulnerable people from criminal violence and exploitation, in the name of Jesus, Amen.
Prayer Point 12
Father, protect schools, markets, hospitals, workplaces, places of worship, transport centers, and public spaces from violent criminal attacks, in the name of Jesus, Amen.
Prayer Point 13
Every criminal network seeking to spread fear and destruction in communities, let its harmful activities be exposed through lawful and responsible channels, in the name of Jesus, Amen.
Prayer Point 14
O Lord, give security personnel wisdom, courage, professionalism, and discernment to protect innocent people and respond effectively to threats, in the name of Jesus, Amen.
Prayer Point 15
Every criminal scheme hidden behind deception, false identity, manipulation, or fraudulent activity, be exposed before innocent people suffer loss, in the name of Jesus, Amen.
Prayer Point 16
Father, strengthen community leaders and responsible citizens to cooperate peacefully against crime and insecurity, in the name of Jesus, Amen.
Prayer Point 17
Every atmosphere of suspicion and panic produced by insecurity, be replaced with truth, wisdom, responsible communication, and calmness, in the name of Jesus, Amen.
SECTION 3 — EVENING WARFARE
Safety in Homes and Family Preservation
Prayer Point 18
O Lord, watch over my household throughout the night; preserve everyone under my roof from crime, violence, accidents, and preventable danger, in the name of Jesus, Amen.
Prayer Point 19
Every fear that becomes stronger after dark, lose your power; let the peace of God settle over my heart and household, in the name of Jesus, Amen.
Prayer Point 20
Father, expose safety hazards around my dwelling and give me wisdom to correct preventable risks, in the name of Jesus, Amen.
Prayer Point 21
O Lord, protect my home from burglary, violent intrusion, arson, vandalism, and every form of criminal destruction, in the name of Jesus, Amen.
Prayer Point 22
Every pattern of violence and criminality threatening my neighborhood, let lawful intervention and effective protection arise, in the name of Jesus, Amen.
Prayer Point 23
Father, comfort families that have lost loved ones through crime and violence; strengthen their hearts and provide compassionate support and restoration, in the name of Jesus, Amen.
Prayer Point 24
Every wound of trauma resulting from violence, receive healing and restoration; let survivors receive the help, care, and support they need, in the name of Jesus, Amen.
Prayer Point 25
O Lord, prevent grief and injustice from producing cycles of revenge; establish justice, reconciliation, and peaceful resolution, in the name of Jesus, Amen.
SECTION 4 — MIDNIGHT WARFARE
Against Criminal Plans, Banditry and Violent Attacks
Prayer Point 26
O Lord, arise and frustrate every plan designed to terrorize innocent people; let criminal schemes be exposed and stopped before they cause harm, in the name of Jesus, Amen.
Prayer Point 27
Every plan of banditry, kidnapping, armed robbery, violent extortion, and criminal intimidation threatening communities, be brought to nothing through lawful intervention, in the name of Jesus, Amen.
Prayer Point 28
Father, give authorities timely information and wisdom to prevent criminal attacks and protect vulnerable communities, in the name of Jesus, Amen.
Prayer Point 29
Every attempt to recruit vulnerable people into criminal networks, let it fail; open better pathways through education, opportunity, mentorship, justice, and hope, in the name of Jesus, Amen.
Prayer Point 30
O Lord, expose criminal financing and systems that enable violence and exploitation; let lawful accountability prevail, in the name of Jesus, Amen.
Prayer Point 31
Every criminal operation sustained through intimidation and fear, lose its influence; let communities recover courage and confidence, in the name of Jesus, Amen.
Prayer Point 32
Father, protect rural communities, farmers, traders, travelers, and people working in vulnerable areas from criminal attacks and violence, in the name of Jesus, Amen.
Prayer Point 33
O Lord, preserve displaced and vulnerable families from further victimization; provide safe shelter, food, healthcare, protection, and restoration, in the name of Jesus, Amen.
SECTION 5 — DAILY WARFARE
Lasting Peace, Security and Restoration
Prayer Point 34
Father, grant national, regional, and community leaders wisdom to confront crime through justice, effective security, responsible governance, and peaceful solutions, in the name of Jesus, Amen.
Prayer Point 35
Every corruption and negligence that weakens legitimate efforts against criminality, let accountability and integrity prevail, in the name of Jesus, Amen.
Prayer Point 36
O Lord, strengthen institutions responsible for justice and public safety; let lawful systems become more effective in protecting innocent people, in the name of Jesus, Amen.
Prayer Point 37
Every community trapped in repeated cycles of violence, fear, and retaliation, receive a new beginning of justice, reconciliation, security, and peace, in the name of Jesus, Amen.
Prayer Point 38
Father, protect vulnerable children and young people from criminal recruitment, exploitation, trafficking, and destructive influences, in the name of Jesus, Amen.
Prayer Point 39
O Lord, let legitimate employment, education, opportunity, and community support reduce the vulnerability that criminals exploit, in the name of Jesus, Amen.
Prayer Point 40
Every seed of hatred and division being used to intensify violence between communities, be uprooted; let truth, understanding, and peaceful coexistence prevail, in the name of Jesus, Amen.
Prayer Point 41
Father, restore communities damaged by crime and insecurity; rebuild homes, schools, businesses, relationships, livelihoods, and hope, in the name of Jesus, Amen.
Prayer Point 42
O Lord, let peace become stronger than fear, justice stronger than criminality, and hope stronger than despair in every troubled community, in the name of Jesus, Amen.
Prayer Point 43
Every persistent atmosphere of insecurity surrounding my household, be replaced with wisdom, responsible vigilance, divine peace, and increasing safety, in the name of Jesus, Amen.
Prayer Point 44
Father, establish lasting peace and protection over my family, community, city, and nation; preserve innocent lives, expose criminal plans, strengthen justice, heal victims, and establish safety and stability, in the name of Jesus, Amen.
DOS AND DON’TS
DO
- Pray consistently for protection and peace.
- Remain vigilant without allowing fear to control you.
- Follow credible security instructions.
- Verify information before sharing it.
- Report credible threats to appropriate authorities.
- Maintain reasonable emergency plans.
- Keep emergency contacts accessible.
- Protect vulnerable members of the household.
- Support victims compassionately.
- Encourage peaceful community cooperation.
- Pray for leaders and security personnel.
- Seek professional help after traumatic experiences.
- Practice responsible personal and household security.
- Pursue justice through lawful channels.
- Encourage peace rather than retaliation.
DON’T
- Don’t spread unverified reports that could create panic.
- Don’t promote hatred against entire communities.
- Don’t encourage revenge attacks.
- Don’t confront dangerous criminals yourself.
- Don’t ignore credible security warnings.
- Don’t circulate inflammatory material unnecessarily.
- Don’t accuse innocent people solely because of their identity or community.
- Don’t allow fear to paralyze responsible daily activities.
- Don’t glorify criminality or violence.
- Don’t allow grief to become an excuse for revenge.
- Don’t share sensitive security information irresponsibly.
- Don’t substitute reckless behavior for wise preparation.
AGGRESSIVE PRAISE & WORSHIP
Praise 1
Father, I praise You because You are my refuge and strength, in the name of Jesus, Amen.
Praise 2
Lord, I magnify You because You are greater than every threat confronting my household, in the name of Jesus, Amen.
Praise 3
I worship You because You preserve my going out and my coming in, in the name of Jesus, Amen.
Praise 4
Father, I thank You for every danger from which You have preserved me and my household, in the name of Jesus, Amen.
Praise 5
Lord, I exalt Your holy name above every atmosphere of fear, violence, insecurity, and intimidation, in the name of Jesus, Amen.
Praise 6
I praise You because fear shall not have the final word over my family; Your peace shall prevail, in the name of Jesus, Amen.
Praise 7
Father, I worship You because You are the keeper of my household, the defender of my family, and the source of my peace, in the name of Jesus, Amen.
Praise 8
Lord, let my praise rise above every sound of fear and let Your peace become established in my household and community, in the name of Jesus, Amen.
PRAYER INSTRUCTIONS
MORNING
- Read Psalm 46.
- Make the confession aloud.
- Pray Prayer Points 1–8.
- Commit your household and movements for the day into God’s hands.
- Pray for wisdom and discernment.
MIDDAY
- Read Psalm 121.
- Pray Prayer Points 9–17.
- Pray for travelers, workers, students, schools, markets, and public places.
- Pray for security personnel and community leaders.
EVENING
- Read Psalm 91.
- Pray Prayer Points 18–25.
- Pray for household protection.
- Pray for victims and families affected by crime and violence.
MIDNIGHT
- Read Psalm 27:1–3.
- Pray Prayer Points 26–33.
- Pray for the exposure and prevention of criminal plans.
- Pray for vulnerable communities.
DAILY PEACE WATCH
- Read 2 Thessalonians 3:3.
- Pray Prayer Points 34–44.
- Declare the prophetic declarations.
- End with aggressive praise and thanksgiving.
CONCLUSION
Father, in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, we thank You because You are our refuge, strength, protector, and keeper.
We commit our families, communities, cities, and nations into Your hands.
Let fear bow to courage.
Let panic bow to wisdom.
Let violence bow to peace.
Let criminality be confronted by justice.
Let insecurity give way to responsible protection and stability.
Protect innocent people from crime, banditry, kidnapping, robbery, violence, and every destructive threat.
Preserve children.
Preserve families.
Preserve travelers.
Preserve workers.
Preserve students.
Preserve vulnerable communities.
Strengthen those legitimately responsible for protecting the public.
Give leaders wisdom.
Give security personnel discernment.
Give emergency responders courage.
Comfort those who have lost loved ones.
Heal those carrying the wounds of violence.
Restore displaced families.
Rebuild damaged communities.
Let justice prevail without vengeance.
Let peace prevail without compromising truth.
Let communities reject hatred and collective blame.
Let criminal recruitment lose its influence.
Let young people find constructive pathways toward education, employment, dignity, and hope.
We declare that fear shall not rule our households.
We declare that violence shall not define our communities.
We declare that criminality shall not have the final word.
We declare that hope shall rise again.
We declare that peace shall rise again.
We declare that justice shall rise again.
We declare that families shall live with wisdom and courage.
We declare that communities shall heal and rebuild.
We declare that the Lord shall preserve our going out and our coming in.
The Lord is our refuge.
The Lord is our strength.
The Lord is our keeper.
The Lord is our peace.
In the name of Jesus, Amen.


