Explosion in Amasra, Turkey

More than 40 people have died and 11 are hospitalized after a coal mine explosion in Amasra, northern Turkey. As we pray for those involved in this tragedy, let’s also lift up the 46 unreached people groups who still have yet to hear the Gospel. Turkey is listed among the most dangerous countries in theContinue reading “Explosion in Amasra, Turkey”

Prayer of Protection Over Our Children

With all the disturbing news of late, let’s pray for our children today…. Lord, we ask You for a shield of protection around our children. Please, Father, guard them with Your angels. Fight for them. When evil and harm come against them, stand in the way. Protect those who protect our children, and remove fromContinue reading “Prayer of Protection Over Our Children”

Worship and Overcome

When we worship God in the midst of our problems and pain, we bring Him joy, as He fights for us and triumphs over our enemy. 2 Chronicles 20; Isaiah 30:29-32; Psalm 149. 1 Samuel 16:14-23. The enemy flees, as God changes our focus from how big our problems are to how big our GodContinue reading “Worship and Overcome”

Elections: Senate

On November 8, 34 out of 100 seats in the Senate are up for election to serve a six-year term,  January 3, 2023, to January 3, 2029. To pray for them by name and state, click this link. Lord, please give every person voting in this election wisdom from You and block any fraud. Bring forthContinue reading “Elections: Senate”

Elections: House of Representatives

On November 8, representatives from all 435 congressional districts across each of the 50 US states will be elected to the House of Representatives, serving in the 118th US Congress. Five non-voting delegates from the District of Columbia and four US territories will also be elected. For details on the districts and those running forContinue reading “Elections: House of Representatives”

US Gubernatorial Elections

With mid-term elections coming up on November 8, let’s pray for the 36 states and three territories voting for governor. If you click on a state in the map at this link, you can see each candidate running for governor and other state positions. Let’s pray for these candidates by name, and share this post withContinue reading “US Gubernatorial Elections”

Only Hidden in Christ Are We Safe

I had a dream of people walking around with imaginary self-protective “walls” that in reality were just thin lines — a mere thread — not a wall at all. Just like we often do, the people in this dream came on way too strong in each situation, too self-important, too conscious of how they look,Continue reading “Only Hidden in Christ Are We Safe”

Unleashing Truth

These days, it feels like our freedoms are slipping away. Those who speak truth or stand up for certain rights can find themselves persecuted severely, even placed in jail. However, the problems we are facing, as earthly as they feel, are spiritual. As much as those who persecute feel like the enemy, they are not.Continue reading “Unleashing Truth”

Tigray-Ethiopia Peace Talks

The Ethiopian government and warring forces from that country’s Tigray region have agreed to accept an invitation from the African Union to participate in peace talks this weekend in South Africa. The two years of relentless violence have cut off the six million people in Tigray from needed food, medicine, fuel and other aid deliveries,Continue reading “Tigray-Ethiopia Peace Talks”

Mass Shooting at Thai Daycare

A former policeman opened fire while children were sleeping at a daycare in northeastern Thailand yesterday, killing 34 people, at least 22 of those children. He also killed his wife and stepson before taking his own life. Thailand is 89% Buddhist and home to 77 people groups still unreached with the gospel. Lord, please healContinue reading “Mass Shooting at Thai Daycare”