Children of the Living God

In these days of intense pressure from peers, social media, movies, teachers, and even some professed Christians seeking to influence our children to be other than who God created them to be, we must be all the more diligent in prayer and in training them up to be Christ’s. Lord, we pray for our children.Continue reading “Children of the Living God”

My Love Never Changes

The way is narrowing, and less and less of those who think they are Mine will make it through. Whatever you’re holding onto — grudges, financial security, selfish desires, lust — whatever you’ve been spending your time, thoughts and efforts on that I have not called you to — you must let go now. ItContinue reading “My Love Never Changes”

Hundreds Dead from Floods in Pakistan

Thousands have been evacuated due to flash floods in Pakistan this weekend that killed nearly 40 people, and monsoon rains are continuing throughout this week. More than 800 people have died from floods since mid-June, with more than 300,000 houses damaged or destroyed. Pakistan ranks eighth on Open Doors’ World Watchlist of most dangerous countriesContinue reading “Hundreds Dead from Floods in Pakistan”

Nuns Abducted in Nigeria

Four Catholic nuns were abducted Sunday at gunpoint in Iwo State, Nigeria. Let’s pray for their safe release and for protection over other Christians in danger. Last year, an estimated nearly 6,000 Christians were martyred for their faith worldwide, almost 5,ooo of those in Nigeria.  Lord, please be a Shield around these women. Don’t let anyContinue reading “Nuns Abducted in Nigeria”

Tragedy and Hunger in Afghanistan

Flash floods in eastern Afghanistan killed dozens on Sunday. Only last week, more than 30 died in the north from flash floods, and dozens more are missing. An estimated 90% of Afghanistan’s households don’t have enough food to eat; many die of starvation and malnourishment daily, especially children. And on Wednesday, a suicide bomber killedContinue reading “Tragedy and Hunger in Afghanistan”

Terror in Somalia

Muslim al-Shabab militants stormed a hotel in Mogadishu this weekend, trapping civilians during a 30-hour battle that killed at least 21 and injured more than 100. Somali forces rescued many who were trapped, including women and children, praise God. But everyone caught up in the violence and terror of this nearly 100% Muslim country needsContinue reading “Terror in Somalia”

Faith and Refocus

Lord, sometimes it feels as if the enemy is assaulting us from all sides, and the fury of all that comes against us feels greater than we can withstand. But for You, O God. No foe is bigger than Your glory. No army mightier than Your power. No assault greater than the protection of YourContinue reading “Faith and Refocus”

A Shield for Taiwan

Due to consistent, nearly daily military threats from China, let’s continue praying for Taiwan. Pray here: Prayer for Taiwan For 30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening, Dare to Be a Mighty Warrior, A Strong and Courageous Life, and other powerful books for praying forth God’s Kingdom and working together as one to see theContinue reading “A Shield for Taiwan”

Remove the Barriers

Psalm 32; John 8:31-32; 14:15-21; Matthew 17:20 Through negative life experiences and wrong thought processes, the enemy has embedded lies, sins, and self-protective habits (strongholds) so deeply in your heart that your will alone is not enough to break free.  You need Someone stronger. If you don’t know what I’m talking about, don’t worry. IContinue reading “Remove the Barriers”

Violence in Ecuador

An explosion in Guayaquil killed five people and injured 26 on Sunday. Most of Ecuador claims adherence to Christianity, mainly Catholicism, and yet, the coastal Andean country has seen a sharp rise in murders and violence due to gang-related crime and cocaine smuggling between neighboring Peru and Colombia. In the last year or more, hundredsContinue reading “Violence in Ecuador”