Lord God, we pray that the raping of Ethiopian women by
those with power over them will stop! We are disgusted by the reports of sexual
assault perpetrated by Ethiopian soldiers and allied Eritrean soldiers against refugee
women…and not only rape, but many other disgusting forms of this kind of abuse!
We pray that the government will open its eyes to see what is truly happening
under their watch. We pray for women (as they are willing and able) to
continually come forward to receive assistance and to share their stories. We pray
for military leaders to immediately enact and enforce a zero-tolerance policy regarding
sex crimes. Lord God, we know that each of these women is precious in your
sight and of great worth. Help them to hear, know and embrace that truth as
they heal from these abuses. We pray also that those perpetrating these crimes
will have their eyes opened wide, that they may recognize the error of their
ways and see these women as those they are responsible to protect and honor,
rather than harm. Finally, we pray for aid agencies and media to gain easier access
to the region in order to help the hurting and reveal truth that leads to
change. In Jesus’ name we pray, amen.
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