Prayers for Sudan Amidst Violence, Famine

In an escalation of the civil war between rebel Rapid Support Forces and the Sudanese military, 70 people died in a drone attack Friday at one of the last functioning hospitals in el-Fashur. Under siege since May, the capital city of North Darfur has seen more than 782 civilian deaths and over 1,140 wounded.

The civil war, which began in April of 2023, has cost the lives of more than 28,000 people, forced 11.5 million from their homes, 8.5 million of those internally displaced, and left the nation in famine. The majority of refugees who have crossed the border into Egypt, Chad and South Sudan are women and children, seriously wounded, malnourished and traumatized. When asked where the men are, they answer “dead.”

More than 91% Muslim, Sudan ranks fifth among the most dangerous countries for Christians. Converts from Islam to Christianity face violence, sexual assault and imprisonment.

Lord, please have mercy on Sudan and bring an end to the violence, death and hunger. Comfort those who mourn, heal the wounded, provide for those in need and rescue those who are trapped. Make the way for Christian counselors, aid workers, evangelists and medical workers to provide shelter and minister to the needs of those who are displaced, both within Sudan’s borders or in surrounding countries. Give Christians favor with those around them and also with officials. Use them to share Your good news in a way the lost can easily understand. Plant within each heart a deep hunger to know You. Lift the veil from their eyes so they can see You as You truly are. O God, some Muslims have been turning to Christ in this region because they see the violence and hatred of those who serve Islam. Give every Muslim in Sudan and beyond such a hunger for Truth they will seek You with all their hearts. Guide seekers to Christians and churches who will share the Gospel with them in a way they can easily understand and with a clear demonstration of Your love. Perform signs and miracles and wonders to turn all eyes to You, Lord. Cause those bent on evil to see Your angels guarding Christians and innocent women and children, tremble in fear and fall to their knees in repentance. Father God, please bring about stability in this region. Put firmly in place a government that respects equality and religious freedom. Heal every heart and mind affected by violence and persecution. Strengthen and multiply Your church. Give every believer a deep knowledge of Your Word, with courage and Your empowering to share it with those around them. Anoint evangelists and preachers, young people and teachers, Christians from all walks of life to share Your good news far and wide. Bring about a great church planting movement in this region that spreads all throughout Africa and beyond. Meet the lost in their dreams to show them who You are. Awaken all of Sudan to the God who is Love.

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