Tensions around the Strait of Hormuz have surged after consecutive days of reported U.S. and Iranian strikes — including U.S. strikes on targets in Iran and Iranian claims of attacks on ships and regional bases — with a reported U.S. casualty, stalled shipping, and UN warnings that escalation could lead to wider war. In this crisis moment Christians should pray and press for wisdom and mercy, seeking protection for civilians and sailors while urging urgent diplomacy that prioritizes peace, dignity, and justice.