I wrote this in my prayer journal today:
Dear heavenly Father,
Ours is a world in chaos. That's not news to you. So step in, Lord, and bring hope, bring relief, to the land of Israel. Bring relief also to the hostages in Gaza who are trapped, unable to escape. Give hope to those who await their return. Please grant a new wave of freedom and prosperity to the people of Iran. Allow me, dear Lord, if possible, to return to Iran someday and share your love with the magnificent people of ancient Persia.
In Jesus' name.
Amen.