Christmas is a season filled with joy, celebration, and gratitude—but it is also a powerful time for deep spiritual reflection and intercession. While we rejoice in the birth of Jesus Christ, we also carry in our hearts the needs of our families, communities, and the world. Christmas reminds us that God stepped into humanity with compassion, love, and salvation, making it the perfect moment to lift others before Him in prayer.
Intercessory prayer is an act of love—a way to stand in the gap for those who are hurting, hopeful, broken, searching, or battling life’s challenges. Whether we pray for families, the sick, nations, leaders, or the lonely, God hears every word we speak in faith.
These 30 Christmas Prayers Of Intercession are designed to guide you in praying powerfully for the people around you. Each prayer invites God’s presence, healing, restoration, and peace into situations that truly matter. As you pray through this collection, may your heart grow in compassion, your spirit deepen in connection with God, and your Christmas be filled with divine encounters.
30 Christmas Prayers Of Intercession
1. Intercession for Families This Christmas
Heavenly Father, we lift up every family this Christmas season. We pray for unity, love, restoration, and peace in every home. Heal broken relationships, mend wounds, and let forgiveness reign. May Your joy fill households and Your Spirit dwell richly in every heart. Strengthen marriages, guide parents, bless children, and restore prodigals. Let Your presence transform every family gathering into moments of grace and love.
Bible Passages: Joshua 24:15; Psalm 133:1; Colossians 3:13–14; Proverbs 22:6
2. Intercession for the Church Worldwide
Lord Jesus, we intercede for Your church across the nations. Strengthen pastors, leaders, and every believer. Let Your Word spread with power this Christmas, drawing hearts to salvation. Protect the persecuted church and encourage those who minister in difficult places. Revive spiritual passion, deepen unity, and empower believers to shine brightly in their communities. May Your church be a true reflection of Your love, compassion, and generosity this season.
Bible Passages: Matthew 5:14–16; Ephesians 4:11–13; Hebrews 10:24–25; Romans 12:4–5
3. Intercession for the Poor and Needy
Father, we pray for the poor, hungry, homeless, and vulnerable. Provide food, shelter, clothing, and warmth this Christmas. Touch hearts to give generously and uplift those who lack. Surround them with Your protection, hope, and provision. Open doors of opportunity, comfort the hurting, and supply their needs according to Your riches in glory. Let this Christmas bring miracles of compassion and restored dignity.
Bible Passages: Proverbs 19:17; Psalm 9:18; Matthew 25:35–36; Philippians 4:19
4. Intercession for Peace Among Nations
Lord, we pray for peace in every nation. Silence the voice of war, violence, terrorism, and injustice. Let righteousness rise and leaders govern with wisdom and integrity. Heal lands torn by conflict and comfort grieving families. This Christmas, may the Prince of Peace reign over nations, bringing stability, unity, and healing. Let Your peace flow like a river across borders and peoples.
Bible Passages: Isaiah 9:6; Psalm 122:6; Matthew 5:9; 1 Timothy 2:1–2
5. Intercession for Children Around the World
Heavenly Father, we lift up children everywhere—those in loving homes and those abandoned, abused, or orphaned. Shield them from harm and surround them with love. Provide education, protection, and godly guidance. Let this Christmas season fill them with joy, security, and hope. Inspire adults to protect, nurture, and invest in the next generation.
Bible Passages: Matthew 19:14; Psalm 127:3; Proverbs 22:6; Isaiah 54:13
6. Intercession for Those Battling Illness
Lord Jesus, we intercede for those who are sick physically, emotionally, or mentally. Stretch out Your healing hand this Christmas and restore strength, peace, and wellness. Comfort caregivers, grant wisdom to medical teams, and let hope rise in every heart. Heal chronic illnesses, break the power of depression, and restore wholeness to those who suffer.
Bible Passages: Psalm 107:20; Jeremiah 30:17; James 5:14–15; Isaiah 53:5
7. Intercession for Loneliness and Emotional Pain
Father, we pray for those experiencing loneliness, grief, heartbreak, or emotional heaviness. Surround them with Your comfort and peace. Let them feel Your nearness during this Christmas season. Heal emotional wounds, send helpers into their lives, and restore joy. Remind them they are deeply loved and never forgotten.
Bible Passages: Psalm 34:18; Isaiah 41:10; John 14:18; Matthew 11:28–30
8. Intercession for Salvation of Souls
Lord, we intercede for those who do not yet know You. Open their hearts to salvation this Christmas. Let the message of Jesus’ birth ignite faith in them. Remove spiritual blindness, convict hearts, and draw multitudes into Your kingdom. May churches, families, and communities witness salvation miracles this season.
Bible Passages: John 3:16; Romans 10:9–10; Ezekiel 36:26; Acts 16:31
9. Intercession for the Elderly
Father, we lift up the elderly—those in homes, hospitals, or alone. Strengthen their bodies, guard their minds, and surround them with love and care. Let this Christmas season bring companionship, joy, and honor to them. Provide comfort, healing, and peace, reminding them they are valued and cherished.
Bible Passages: Isaiah 46:4; Proverbs 16:31; Psalm 92:14; Leviticus 19:32
10. Intercession for Workers and Breadwinners
Lord, we intercede for breadwinners, laborers, and professionals who support their families. Give them strength, wisdom, and provision this Christmas. Bless their work, open new opportunities, and protect them from stress and burnout. May they experience peace, favor, and divine breakthrough as they labor in love.
Bible Passages: Psalm 90:17; Colossians 3:23–24; Proverbs 16:3; Deuteronomy 28:12
11. Intercession for Missionaries Around the World
Heavenly Father, we intercede for missionaries serving in different nations, especially in challenging regions. Strengthen them, protect them, and provide all they need to carry out Your work. Let this Christmas be a season of refreshing, breakthrough, and divine encouragement. Empower them with boldness, surround them with favor, and let signs and wonders accompany their ministry. Provide resources, open doors, and touch hearts everywhere they preach. Keep their families safe, and remind them they are not alone.
Bible Passages: Matthew 28:19–20; Romans 10:14–15; Acts 1:8; Psalm 121:7–8
12. Christmas Intercession for the Salvation of Loved Ones
Lord Jesus, as we celebrate the miracle of Your birth, we lift up family members, friends, and loved ones who do not yet know You. Let the light of Christmas break into their hearts and draw them to repentance, truth, and grace. Remove every veil, soften their hearts, and open their eyes to Your transforming love. Send divine helpers, circumstances, and messages that point them toward salvation. Let this season be the turning point where they discover the joy of redemption and the peace of surrendering to You.
Father, guide them into Your Word, surround them with Your presence, and shape their steps toward the cross. Honor our intercession with testimonies of new beginnings, restored faith, and changed lives. May households experience revival and unity in You this Christmas.
Scriptures: Ezekiel 36:26, Acts 16:31, Romans 10:9–10, John 3:16.
13. Christmas Intercession for Nation and Government
Father, we stand in the gap for our nation during this Christmas season. We ask for Your wisdom, peace, and righteousness to rest upon our leaders and institutions. Let justice prevail, let corruption be uprooted, and let compassion guide every decision made on behalf of the people. Raise leaders who fear You, value truth, and seek the good of the land.
We intercede for peace across cities, villages, and regions—calm unrest, silence violence, and heal divisions. Lord, bless the economy, strengthen families, and uphold the vulnerable. Let the message of Christ’s birth, which brings peace to the world, be reflected in the governance of our nation. We entrust this land to You, believing that Your plans for us are good and full of hope.
Scriptures: 1 Timothy 2:1–2, Psalm 33:12, Proverbs 29:2, Jeremiah 29:7.
14. Christmas Intercession for Children and Youth
Dear Lord, we lift up children and young people everywhere during this Christmas celebration. Cover them with Your protection, fill their hearts with joy, and guard their minds from confusion, fear, and negative influences. Let them grow in wisdom, favour, and understanding, just like Jesus did. Bless their education, friendships, and environments. Strengthen parents, teachers, and mentors with grace to guide them in truth.
Father, we intercede for vulnerable children—orphans, street children, and those in unsafe homes. Let Your angels surround them. Restore hope to every young heart and ignite in them a love for You that endures throughout their lives. Let this Christmas plant seeds of faith, courage, and destiny in them.
Scriptures: Psalm 127:3, Proverbs 22:6, Luke 2:52, Isaiah 54:13.
15. Christmas Intercession for the Church Worldwide
Lord Jesus, we intercede for Your Church across the nations during this sacred season. Strengthen pastors, leaders, and ministries with renewed vision, wisdom, and purity. Let the global Church shine brightly as a beacon of hope, preaching the message of Christ fearlessly. Unite believers in love, prayer, and purpose. We pray for persecuted Christians—give them courage and deliverance.
Let revival sweep through congregations, restoring passion for worship, holiness, and evangelism. May Christmas services everywhere be filled with the transforming power of the Holy Spirit. Let the Church rise boldly to be the hands and feet of Christ to the lost, broken, and needy.
Scriptures: Matthew 16:18, Acts 2:42–47, Ephesians 4:11–13, Hebrews 10:25.
16. Christmas Intercession for Families
Father, we intercede for families all over the world during this Christmas season. Restore broken homes, heal wounded hearts, and renew love between spouses, parents, and children. Let forgiveness replace bitterness, unity replace division, and joy replace sorrow. Protect families from the plans of the enemy and grant wisdom for godly communication and decision-making. Lord, bless homes celebrating Christmas in lack—provide for them abundantly. Let Your peace reign in every living room, every gathering, and every celebration.
Scriptures: Joshua 24:15, Colossians 3:13, Psalm 133:1, Proverbs 3:33.
17. Christmas Intercession for the Poor and Needy
Lord, we intercede for those struggling financially, emotionally, or physically during this season. Provide shelter, food, comfort, and support to the needy. Raise helpers and open doors of favor and opportunity. Let Your compassion flow through individuals and organizations to reach those in desperate conditions. Father, restore dignity, hope, and courage to the poor.
Scriptures: Psalm 34:6, Proverbs 19:17, Matthew 25:35–36, Philippians 4:19.
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18. Christmas Intercession for Refugees and the Displaced
Lord Jesus, we pray for millions displaced by war, disaster, or crisis. Comfort them, protect them, and provide safe shelter. Let Your presence be a covering over refugee camps and temporary homes. Strengthen humanitarian workers with compassion and resources. Restore hope and rebuild their lives.
Scriptures: Psalm 46:1, Isaiah 41:10, Matthew 5:9, Psalm 9:9.
19. Christmas Intercession for Peace in Troubled Regions
Father, as the angels proclaimed “peace on earth,” we intercede for nations at war, communities in conflict, and regions dealing with unrest. Let Your peace override fear and violence. Raise peacemakers and dismantle the plans of destruction.
Scriptures: John 14:27, Isaiah 9:6, Psalm 122:6, Matthew 5:9.
20. Christmas Intercession for Spiritual Revival
Lord, let this Christmas ignite a global revival in hearts, homes, churches, and nations. Break spiritual dryness, awaken hunger for Your Word, and restore first love for Jesus. Let the Holy Spirit sweep across the world with power and renewal.
Scriptures: 2 Chronicles 7:14, Joel 2:28, Hosea 6:2, Acts 1:8.
21. Christmas Intercession for Missionaries
Heavenly Father, during this Christmas season, we intercede for missionaries serving in villages, cities, remote regions, and unreached territories. Strengthen them with boldness, wisdom, and divine protection. Renew their passion to proclaim Christ and give them open doors to share the gospel where hearts are hungry for truth. Provide their needs—financial, emotional, and spiritual. Surround their families with safety and let their work bear lasting fruit.
May unbelievers encounter Jesus through their compassion and preaching. Father, comfort missionaries spending Christmas far from home; let them feel Your presence deeply and joyfully. Raise supporters and intercessors who will hold their hands up in prayer. Let the message of Christmas—the birth of the Savior—empower them to remain steadfast. Fill them with hope, peace, and strength as they shine Your light in dark places.
Scriptures: Matthew 28:19–20, Romans 10:14–15, Psalm 121:7–8, Isaiah 52:7.
22. Christmas Intercession for Spiritual Breakthrough
Lord Jesus, we intercede for anyone needing spiritual breakthroughs this Christmas. Break chains of addiction, fear, anxiety, and past failures. Let this season mark a new beginning filled with freedom and restoration. Tear down every stronghold that keeps Your people bound and release fresh fire into their prayer lives.
Strengthen faith, revive hope, and heal emotional wounds. Father, let generational curses end and divine blessings begin. Move mountains standing in the way of purpose and destiny. Let the joy of Your birth usher in victory in every family. Release divine clarity for those confused, encouragement for the discouraged, and courage for the fearful. Let households testify of breakthroughs before the year ends.
Scriptures: 2 Corinthians 10:4, Isaiah 10:27, John 8:36, Psalm 34:17.
23. Christmas Intercession for Widows and Widowers
Heavenly Father, we intercede for widows and widowers who may feel lonely during this season. Wrap them in Your comfort and remind them that You are their ever-present help. Provide for their needs, strengthen their hearts, and surround them with loving community. Let this Christmas bring them renewed joy and peace. Heal their emotional pain and fill their homes with Your presence. Raise helpers and friends who will support them with compassion.
Father, protect vulnerable widows in society and uplift those who feel forgotten. Let Your promises be their strength and Your love their anchor. Restore hope where grief has settled and give them fresh purpose for the future.
Scriptures: Psalm 68:5, James 1:27, Isaiah 41:13, Psalm 147:3.
24. Christmas Intercession for the Elderly
Lord, we pray for the elderly during this Christmas season. Strengthen their bodies, renew their minds, and comfort their hearts. Let them feel valued, loved, and appreciated. Protect those in nursing homes or living alone. Surround them with family, caregivers, and friends who will show kindness and patience. Lord, let their later years be filled with dignity, joy, and peace.
Heal ailments, ease pain, and grant them emotional comfort. Let this Christmas remind them of Your unfailing faithfulness through every season of life. Give them wisdom to pass on to younger generations and keep their spirits strong.
Scriptures: Isaiah 46:4, Psalm 92:14, Proverbs 16:31, Psalm 71:9.
25. Christmas Intercession for Marriages
Father, we intercede for marriages everywhere this Christmas. Heal broken relationships, restore communication, and rekindle love between spouses. Let Your peace reign in every home and remove the spirit of strife, misunderstanding, and unforgiveness. Strengthen couples facing trials and bless those hoping for fruitfulness.
Teach husbands and wives to love sacrificially, support each other, and pray together. Protect marriages from the enemy’s attacks and surround homes with Your presence. Let this Christmas season ignite unity, joy, and spiritual growth in every marriage.
Scriptures: Ephesians 5:25–33, Mark 10:9, Colossians 3:14, Proverbs 24:3.
26. Christmas Intercession for Those Battling Depression
Lord Jesus, we lift up those struggling with depression, sadness, or emotional heaviness during this season. Let the light of Christmas pierce through their darkness and fill their minds with hope. Calm anxious thoughts, silence negative voices, and restore peace. Surround them with supportive people who understand and care. Heal deep wounds, trauma, and hidden pains. Father, remove the cloud of despair and replace it with joy unspeakable. Let them feel Your nearness and remember they are never alone. Fill their hearts with Your love and renew strength for each new day.
Scriptures: Psalm 34:18, Isaiah 41:10, Philippians 4:6–7, Psalm 40:1–3.
27. Christmas Intercession for Those Working During Christmas
Heavenly Father, we intercede for essential workers—health professionals, security personnel, caregivers, transport workers, pastors, and service providers—who must work during the Christmas season. Strengthen them with supernatural energy and protect them from harm. Bless their sacrifice and let them feel appreciated. Grant them moments of joy, peace, and rest. Provide for their families and keep them safe while they serve others. Father, honour their labour and surround them with Your presence as they perform their duties.
Scriptures: Psalm 121:3–5, Isaiah 40:29, Colossians 3:23, Hebrews 6:10.
28. Christmas Intercession for Those Traveling
Lord, we pray for all travelers this Christmas. Grant journey mercies, calm weather, and smooth transitions. Protect them from accidents, delays, and danger. Let Your angels encamp around every vehicle, plane, boat, or road trip. Bless family reunions and strengthen bonds as people gather. Give patience during crowded travel seasons and peace during long trips. Let everyone arrive safely and return joyfully.
Scriptures: Psalm 121:8, Psalm 91:11, Proverbs 3:23, Isaiah 43:2.
29. Christmas Intercession for Those Facing Financial Challenges
Father, we lift up individuals and families struggling financially during this season. Provide for them miraculously. Open doors of employment, business opportunities, and favour. Calm their fears and grant wisdom to manage resources well. Let generosity find them and unexpected blessings locate their homes. Turn scarcity into abundance and worry into testimony. Let this Christmas mark the beginning of divine turnaround.
Scriptures: Philippians 4:19, Psalm 37:25, Malachi 3:10, Deuteronomy 28:12.
30. Christmas Intercession for a New Beginning
Lord Jesus, as we celebrate Your birth, we intercede for everyone hoping for a new beginning. Let this Christmas usher in fresh grace, new direction, renewed strength, and restored hope. Heal the past, secure the present, and prepare glorious things for the future. Close every wrong door and open every divine one. Let families experience spiritual renewal, emotional restoration, and physical blessings. Father, let Your light shine into every hidden area of life, bringing transformation and revival. Guide steps into the new year with wisdom, clarity, and boldness.
Scriptures: Isaiah 43:19, Lamentations 3:22–23, Jeremiah 29:11, Psalm 32:8.
Conclusion
As we conclude these30 Christmas Prayers Of Intercession, may your heart be filled with renewed hope, deeper compassion, and a stronger desire to stand in the gap for others. Christmas is not just about lights and gifts—it is about love in action. Through intercession, we reflect the heart of Christ, who came to save, heal, and restore.
May these 30 Christmas Prayers Of Intercession continue to guide you beyond this season. Let them inspire you to pray boldly, love generously, and trust God wholeheartedly. And as you intercede for others, may God also pour His peace, joy, and blessings abundantly into your life.
This Christmas, may your 30 Christmas Prayers Of Intercession bring comfort to the weary, strength to the weak, hope to the broken, protection to the vulnerable, and revival to every heart.
May the miracle of Jesus’ birth fill your life with light, and may your prayers become seeds of transformation in the lives of many.
