Ria* was born into a religion with elaborate rituals for worshipping as many as 330 million gods. But in the 1970s, she began a quest for truth, asking questions about other religions. At last, two years ago, God brought Maleah* into her life. As the younger Christian shared Jesus’ love, Ria resisted at first, sayingContinue reading “Hindu Woman Finds Jesus”
Author Archives: Mikaela Vincent
Ukraine: Frozen and in the Dark
While Russia itself faces subzero weather, poverty, hunger and lack of heat, much of Ukraine is also now freezing in the dark following the Kremlin’s targeted attacks on their energy sources. With icy temperatures, blackouts, and lack of heat or running water, Ukrainian cities such as Kherson and Kyiv have set up tents and otherContinue reading “Ukraine: Frozen and in the Dark”
Russia’s Truly Cold War
With the war against Ukraine costing Russia an estimated $1 billion per day, little infrastructure is left to deal with winter’s brutality in the vast northern country, where temperatures stay below freezing for many weeks on end. Power outages, busted pipes and other heating failures are already costing lives and promising to far surpass lastContinue reading “Russia’s Truly Cold War”
Missionary Pilot Imprisoned in Mozambique
As Ryan Koher of Mission Aviation Fellowship readied his plane to take vitamins to needy orphans in tumultuous northern Mozambique at the beginning of November, he and two elderly South African volunteers, W. J. du Plessis and Eric Dry, were detained. Even after a month of emprisonment, charges against them remain unclear but may involveContinue reading “Missionary Pilot Imprisoned in Mozambique”
Pakistan Ceasefire Ceased
In June, the Pakistani Taliban (TTP) agreed to a ceasefire with the government. But on Monday, the TTP ended that ceasefire and ordered terrorist attacks throughout the country. Even with the ceasefire, a reported 65 or more such attacks had already taken place in the northwestern province bordering Afghanistan, killing nearly 100 people and woundingContinue reading “Pakistan Ceasefire Ceased”
Explosion in Afghanistan
An estimated 19 are dead and at least 24 injured, after a blast ripped through the Al Jihad madrasa (religious school) in Aybak, northern Afghanistan, Wednesday. Among the victims were children and other innocents. Ruled by an oppressive regime, the 99.8% Muslim country is home to 68 people groups still unreached with the gospel, andContinue reading “Explosion in Afghanistan”
Chinese Churches in UK Growing
Despite yesterday’s post that Christians are no longer the majority in the UK, Chinese churches in England have doubled and tripled in size because of the large numbers of immigrants from Hong Kong. In fact, one Chinese church in Manchester has grown from 200 to 1,200. “Almost 1 in 4 Hong Kong immigrants to theContinue reading “Chinese Churches in UK Growing”
UK Majority No Longer Christian
A new census report released on Tuesday indicates the number of Christians in the United Kingdom has dropped in the last 20 years from nearly 72% to 46.2%. Those who claim no religion are now the second largest population at 37.2%, up from 15% 20 years ago; while the number of Muslims has grown toContinue reading “UK Majority No Longer Christian”
Continued Prayers for Iran
Since protests began against Iran’s oppressive regime in September, reports have surfaced of 18,000 people arrested and more than 450 killed, including 63 children. Last week, the niece of Iran’s supreme leader was arrested for speaking out against his regime. Iran is 98% Muslim, with 84 people groups still unreached with the Gospel. and ranksContinue reading “Continued Prayers for Iran”
Italy: Deadly Landslide
A devastating landslide on the island of Ischia, Italy, collapsed buildings and swept vehicles out to sea this weekend, killing at least eight people, including three children. Rescues are underway to seek those still missing. Italy is home to 23 unreached people groups, most of those Muslim. Lord, please rescue those in danger, heal theContinue reading “Italy: Deadly Landslide”
China Fire and Anti-Government Protests
Protests erupted in cities throughout China this weekend after a video surfaced which seemed to indicate zero-Covid lockdown measures delayed firefighters from rescuing victims in Thursday’s fire. The blaze, which broke out in an apartment block in the mainly Uyghur Xinjiang Province, killed ten and injured nine. With increased government surveillance of its citizens andContinue reading “China Fire and Anti-Government Protests”
What Are You Working For?
One morning, the Lord awakened me to a vision of the bride scrubbing the floor, sweat on her brow. “I see you,” the Lord said to her. He reached out with both hands, and as she took them, He pulled her to her feet to look into His eyes. Don’t be like the wife whoContinue reading “What Are You Working For?”
Indonesia: Pray Earthquake Victims Find Christ
Because of Islamic oppression, Indonesia is ranked among the most dangerous countries in the world for Christians. But when an earthquake struck Indonesia’s West Java Province earlier this week, killing at least 310 people, injuring more than 2,000 and displacing more than 82,000, Indonesian Christians rushed to the scene to help. Victims would normally needContinue reading “Indonesia: Pray Earthquake Victims Find Christ”
Fighting to Follow
The more we surrender to Christ and walk as one with Him, the greater resistance we will experience not just from the world, but from within the church. Have you felt it yet? We have a real enemy. But it is not the verses that don’t fit into our agendas. And it’s not the brotherContinue reading “Fighting to Follow”
Thankful for Religious Freedom
In many countries throughout the world, Christians must worship the Lord in silence, cut off from other believers because of dangerous political climates that condone persecution of those who do not agree with their agendas. After living almost three decades in one of those countries, where Christians are persecuted and where we could not legally meetContinue reading “Thankful for Religious Freedom”
Blessing Our Family Time
Lord, be our Shield. Protect us and our loved ones from harm. Don’t let the enemy spoil our time together, but cut him out of the meeting. Wherever he plans to sow dissension, bring love, peace, patience, and understanding instead. Help us be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to get angry. FillContinue reading “Blessing Our Family Time”
Difficult Family Gatherings
Are you anxious about seeing certain family members during the holidays or encountering strained situations? Here are some helpful prayers: Lord, please fill that whole room and house with Your presence and Your angels, and send the enemy out. Build a shield of protection around our time together and block any plans the enemy hasContinue reading “Difficult Family Gatherings”
Uganda: Ebola, Hunger and Refugees
An Ebola outbreak that began in Uganda in September has resulted in at least 55 deaths, including six healthcare workers. Of the 141 deadly hemorrhagic fever cases reported, 15 healthcare workers have been infected. This summer, more than 200 people died of hunger in Uganda. Meanwhile, nearly 70,000 refugees from Democratic Republic of the CongoContinue reading “Uganda: Ebola, Hunger and Refugees”
Myanmar: Family Flees Violence
After the brutal military takeover of Myanmar in February of 2021, Paw (not his real name) and his family were forced to flee their village. “Our lives were so peaceful before the coup. Our children could go to school, I could work on my farm and life was good,” he said. But when violence threatenedContinue reading “Myanmar: Family Flees Violence”
Myanmar: Miracle Turns Buddhist to Christ
Buddhist extremists have long persecuted Christians in Myanmar, often quite violently. Gawa (not her real name), a staunch Buddhist, also grew up hating Christians, even though many in her tribe had come to Christ. When she became paralyzed, her parents took her to Buddhist monks, offering expensive sacrifices for her healing. When that didn’t work,Continue reading “Myanmar: Miracle Turns Buddhist to Christ”
Myanmar: Release of Political Prisoners
About 6,000 of some 13,000 political prisoners detained for resisting Myanmar’s brutal military rule were set to be released yesterday, following a summit of Southeast Asian leaders who criticized the military for wrecking that country with violence since the coup early last year. The junta has killed about 2,300 people, bombing schools, burning down wholeContinue reading “Myanmar: Release of Political Prisoners”
India: Pray for Christians at the Top of the List
Several states in India have passed anti-conversion laws, and Christians are suffering greatly. Hindu extremists have busted down church doors and assaulted worshippers in the midst of services, and when the police show up, it is not the violent attackers who are arrested, but the pastors and Christians. In some parts of India, believers mustContinue reading “India: Pray for Christians at the Top of the List”
Eight Billion Souls
As of yesterday, our world is now home to 8 billion souls, 43% of whom still have not heard the Good News about Christ. Lord, we ask You for an awakening all across this nation and the world. May every heart, every home, every nation, every tribe, every language hunger to know You as theContinue reading “Eight Billion Souls”
Stories from Syria: A Dream of Jesus
Here at the Prayer Wall, as we pray for the Middle East, we often pray for Jesus to meet Muslims in their dreams, because that is one of the main ways they are coming to faith without access to the Gospel. This week, a missionary friend shared with me this story about a Syrian womanContinue reading “Stories from Syria: A Dream of Jesus”
Stories from Syria: Tortured Like Jesus
Altair (not his real name) endured excruciating torture at the hands of Syrian forces for many months as they sought information on his brother fighting in the resistance army — information Altair did not have. At some point in his life, he had seen the Jesus Film, and as they stretched his arms out likeContinue reading “Stories from Syria: Tortured Like Jesus”
Stories from Syria: “Jesus Saved My Life”
This update on Syria is from Open Doors’ 2022 World Watchlist: “Violence against Christians decreased in Syria, which is news worth celebrating. And yet … even though the public threat of ISIS has largely subsided, Christians in Syria still grapple with daily persecution that may become violent. … Where extremists control territory, any public expressionContinue reading “Stories from Syria: “Jesus Saved My Life””
Prayers for Our Young People
Lord, we ask You for our youth, that You will give them a hunger for You. Ground them deep in faith. When they call to You, answer them, O God, in powerful ways. Give them a passion for Your Word, and clarity to distinguish truth from lies. Bring to them Godly relationships who will challengeContinue reading “Prayers for Our Young People”
Pray for Aid to Reach War-Torn Tigray
It has already been over a week since Tigrayan and Ethiopian forces agreed to peace and promised to allow much needed humanitarian aid deliveries to the more than six million people suffering from acute hunger in war-torn northern Ethiopia. But so far, entry is still closed. Let’s continue praying for this country listed among theContinue reading “Pray for Aid to Reach War-Torn Tigray”
Nepal Shaken by Earthquakes, Persecution
Two earthquakes five hours apart shook western Nepal yesterday, killing four children and two adults. People as far away as New Delhi, India, also felt the tremors. The Himalayan country of more than 30 million people is still rebuilding after two earthquakes in 2015 killed almost 9,000 people and destroyed more 824,000 homes. With 258Continue reading “Nepal Shaken by Earthquakes, Persecution”
Prayer for Persecuted Christians
Sunday was the International Day of Prayer for Persecuted Christians, and many Christians are setting aside this whole month of November, as well, to pray. Click here to view this moving video from the heart of a sister in Nigeria, by Voice of the Martyrs: Lord, we ask You for Christians all throughout the worldContinue reading “Prayer for Persecuted Christians”
Pray for Congress (Isaiah 51)
Lord, the members of Congress are so human, just as we all are. Some truly love this nation and want to do what is right, but many are about their own agendas, dangerous to this nation. Please remove from office every member of the House of Representatives and Senate who is bent on Satan’s agendas,Continue reading “Pray for Congress (Isaiah 51)”
Prayer for Our Leaders
Tomorrow is the official day for mid-term elections. Let’s pray: Lord, raise up godly leaders for this country, each leader of every office Your choice to suppress wrong, and bring forth right. As more and more people turn to evil, Lord, our choices for godly leaders for this nation grow slimmer and slimmer. So, weContinue reading “Prayer for Our Leaders”
Point Us to Truth, Lord
Lord, so many think themselves wise but are consumed with the one purpose of slandering and promoting lies. James 3:13-18 says: “Who is wise and understanding among you? Let them show it by their good life, by deeds done in the humility that comes from wisdom. But if you harbor bitter envy (fierce desire toContinue reading “Point Us to Truth, Lord”
US Mid-Term Elections
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. Continue praying here: Elections: Senate Representatives from all 435 congressional districts across each of the 50 US statesContinue reading “US Mid-Term Elections”
Peace Promised for Tigray
After two years of war that plunged more than six million people into acute hunger, caused thousands of deaths, and displaced millions of families from their homes, the Tigray People’s Liberation Front (TPLF) and the Ethiopian government agreed Wednesday evening to permanently end hostilities. Praise God! This is a direct answer to our prayers forContinue reading “Peace Promised for Tigray”
Christians Released from Iranian Prison
Praise God two Christian prisoners in an Iranian prison known as the “torture factory” were recently released without explanation. Both Nasser Narvad Gol-Tapeh, a 61-year old Christian man and house church attender, and Fariba Dalir, a 51-year-old mother and house church planter, were charged with “acting against national security” because of their underground church involvement.Continue reading “Christians Released from Iranian Prison”
Fighting for Russia’s Heart
Ukraine announced this week an estimated 70,000 Russian troops have died since the invasion began early this year. Let’s pray and not cease…. Lord, we ask You, please, for a Great Awakening all throughout Russia. Meet every leader and influencer in powerful ways, showing them that You alone are God. Pursue them with Your love,Continue reading “Fighting for Russia’s Heart”
Some Things Must Not Be Compromised
Nearly every day in the news we hear of one more way a church or Christian leader has compromised, embracing worldly viewpoints and sin, bowing to those idols. This is nothing new. For all throughout the Bible we see God’s people bowing left and right (pun on present political idolatry) to anything but Him. ButContinue reading “Some Things Must Not Be Compromised”
A Deadly Weekend
When tens of thousands of people pressed into the streets of Seoul, South Korea‘s Itaewon neighborhood Saturday night to celebrate Halloween, the crowds grew so dense, they panicked, crushing people underfoot. A total of 154 died. In Mogadishu, Somalia on Saturday, at least 100 died and more than 300 others were wounded when two carContinue reading “A Deadly Weekend”
Letters Smuggled Out of North Korea
Yesterday, we prayed for North Korea, where between 300,000 and 500,000 Christians follow Jesus secretly. “Any North Korean caught following Jesus is at immediate risk of imprisonment, brutal torture, and/or death,” states Open Doors. An estimated 50,000 to 70,000 Christians are imprisoned in labor camps and prisons. In addition, North Koreans have been facing death byContinue reading “Letters Smuggled Out of North Korea”
North Korea’s Need for Christ
Yesterday, North Korea marked its 28th missile launch this year by firing two short-range ballistic missiles just off the east coast of the Korean Peninsula. Let’s pray for this Communist country counted as the second most dangerous in the world (next to Afghanistan). Lord, please bring an end to the reign of terror in NorthContinue reading “North Korea’s Need for Christ”
A Greater Set Up
This has been a hard year for all of us. We’ve all found ourselves in the midst of trials we can’t see an end to; but we do not lose hope. For our hope is not in everything turning out the way we want. Our hope is in the LORD. “My beloved, I did notContinue reading “A Greater Set Up”
Tigray-Ethiopia Peace Talks Are On!
The Peace Talks originally scheduled earlier this month are finally happening now in South Africa between Ethiopian national security advisor Redwan Hussein and Tigray forces spokesman Getachew Reda and General Tsadkan Gebretensae. This comes after Eritrean forces joined with Ethiopia to capture several Tigrayan cities. The two years of relentless violence have cut off theContinue reading “Tigray-Ethiopia Peace Talks Are On!”
Courage to Stand
Mighty Warrior. When the Lord called Gideon that, it felt like a lie. He’d just been caught in the act of hiding his hard-earned wages so the new guys in charge wouldn’t seize everything his family needed to survive. Judges 6:1-12. Aren’t we God’s people? Isn’t this the nation He founded for Himself? How couldContinue reading “Courage to Stand”
Somalia’s Every 36 Seconds
After four failed rainy seasons, parts of Somalia are set to officially reach famine status this month. In fact, Oxfam projects that one person is likely to die every 36 seconds from hunger between now and the end of the year. Those suffering from acute hunger have already surpassed the numbers from 2011’s famine, inContinue reading “Somalia’s Every 36 Seconds”
I Am Here
I am here. I have not left. I am your Safe Place. Wherever you find yourself now, however you mourn, I want you to know I am with you. I have made a way through this for you, and it is in My arms. All around you is disaster, but hidden in the palm ofContinue reading “I Am Here”
God, Save the Children
Outbreaks of cholera are coursing through Haiti and Lebanon, while Uganda fights ebola. Meanwhile, in The Gambia, 70 children died from cough syrup, and 100 children in Indonesia. Now, famine has pressed into East Africa, particularly in Somalia, where 30% of their children are suffering malnutrition. (In the 2011 Somalia famine, more than half ofContinue reading “God, Save the Children”
Fighting in Sudan, Chad, Ethiopia
About 170 people have died and more than 300 have been injured since fighting broke out once again last week between the Hausa and Berti ethnic groups in the Blue Nile state of Sudan over land rights. This week, protesters filled the streets of the state capital, Damazin, condemning the conflict, which has killed hundredsContinue reading “Fighting in Sudan, Chad, Ethiopia”
Kurds of Iran
Nearly 8 million Kurds live in Iran, one of the top ten most dangerous countries in the world. They have long been oppressed by the government, but these past few weeks, as protests triggered by the death of a Kurdish Iranian woman have erupted throughout Iran, the north and northwestern Kurdish-majority towns have especially comeContinue reading “Kurds of Iran”
Haiti Crisis All the More Critical
Nearly 5 million people are at dangerous hunger levels in Haiti due to gang wars, as criminals like Jimmy Cherizier and others continue to cut off access to food, water, medicine and other necessities for locals, bringing about a dangerous cholera outbreak. The US, Mexico and other United Nations members met this week to discussContinue reading “Haiti Crisis All the More Critical”
All the More Fighting in Tigray
Despite agreeing to peace talks (which have been delayed), neither side has relented in the Tigray conflict. In fact, the Ethiopian army has taken over three main Tigrayan cities — Shire, Alamata and Korem. The war which began two years ago has left about 5.4 million people in need of humanitarian aid. Ethiopia is listedContinue reading “All the More Fighting in Tigray”
Flooding in Nigeria: 603 Dead
Deaths due to floods in Nigeria have doubled from last month’s 300 to now more than 600, with 2,407 people injured (up from 500 last month) and 1.3 million displaced (up from 100,000). About 82,000 homes have been destroyed and 108,000 hectares of farmland damaged, increasing concerns over rising food shortages. Father, please have mercy.Continue reading “Flooding in Nigeria: 603 Dead”
China’s 20th Party Congress
Most of China’s 20th Communist Party Congress this week will be held behind closed doors, but Leader Xi JinPing’s opening speech has been summarized in a recent article by CNN. Let’s pray for this vast Asian nation of almost 1.5 billion people, suffering through severe zero-Covid restrictions, seeking reunification with Taiwan and influencing so manyContinue reading “China’s 20th Party Congress”
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”
Going Coup Coup
This weekend, Burkina Faso fell to its second coup this year. In fact, six coups in two years have rocked West Africa and surrounding countries, mostly due to pervading poverty, hunger and uncurbed violence by Muslim extremists, warring tribes, and national militia. These coups have yet to “fix” the problems of West Africa, and as IContinue reading “Going Coup Coup”
Financial Crisis in Lebanon
Lebanon, which has hosted more than a million refugees from the war in Syria, has been in deep financial crisis for three years. As a result, many desperate Lebanese families have joined Syrian and Palestinian refugees in search of asylum in Europe. Recently, a small boat carrying 150 refugees from Lebanon, Syria and Palestine capsizedContinue reading “Financial Crisis in Lebanon”
Those Suffering in Ian’s Wake
As of early this morning, the death toll is at 101 and rising, more than 1,600 people have been rescued after Hurricane Ian’s destructive path through Florida and beyond, and 491,000 homes still have no power; many also have no drinkable water. Lord, we can’t even imagine what people are going through now in theContinue reading “Those Suffering in Ian’s Wake”
Unrest in Iran
After the death of a woman convicted of not wearing proper attire, protests have erupted all throughout Iran these past two weeks. An unknown number of people have been arrested and dozens have died. Unrest has also occurred along the border with northern Iraq, where Iran targeted Kurds, and killed at least nine, including civilians.Continue reading “Unrest in Iran”
Hazara Students Killed in Afghanistan
As about 600 students prepared to take a practice exam for college entry, a suicide bomber killed at least 19 and injured more than 27 on Friday. The school is located in the mostly Hazara Shia Muslim minority neighborhood of Dasht-e-Barchi, Kabul, and many of the victims were girls. The Taliban has forbidden girls toContinue reading “Hazara Students Killed in Afghanistan”
Pray for Awakening in Bangladesh
This past weekend, a boat carrying about 100 Hindu pilgrims in northern Bangladesh capsized, killing at least 41 people. Let’s pray for this South Asian country still recuperating from vast flooding this summer. Bangladesh is listed among the world’s most dangerous countries for Christians because of intense persecution by Muslim, Hindu and Buddhist extremists. PastorContinue reading “Pray for Awakening in Bangladesh”
Hurricane-Typhoon Victims
As Ian barrels toward the Carolinas, at least ten are confirmed dead in its wake so far, and about two million are without power. As we pray for those in Florida, Puerto Rico, Dominican Republic, Canada and other areas hit by hurricanes Ian and Fiona, let’s also remember those in Vietnam cleaning up after TyphoonContinue reading “Hurricane-Typhoon Victims”
Pray for Myanmar’s Children
A Myanmar military helicopter fired at a school in central Sagain Region, Myanmar, killing at least six children and wounding another 17 last week. Unfortunately, these kinds of attacks are all too common in Myanmar since a military coup early last year. Lord, please have mercy on Myanmar, especially on the innocent who have noContinue reading “Pray for Myanmar’s Children”
Mass Shooting in Izhevsk, Russia
Monday, at a school in Izhevsk, western Russia, 17 people, including 11 children were shot and killed by a former student; and 24 people, including 22 children were injured. Lord, please have mercy on the people of Russia. As their country goes through so much right now, it’s so hard to take in this news.Continue reading “Mass Shooting in Izhevsk, Russia”
Living His Song
You were formed unique with a purpose, a holy calling from the One who breathed life into you. There are specific ways He wants to shine His light through you that no one else on this planet can do in quite the same way you can. Your culture, language, family life, experiences, looks, trials, gifts,Continue reading “Living His Song”
China in Our Prayers
Due to last week’s bus crash in Guizhou Province that killed 27 people, China’s zero-Covid measures, the upcoming 20th National Congress of the Chinese Communist Party (October 16), persecution of Christians and Muslims, and many other reasons China has been in the news of late, let’s remember the people of that nation in prayer. Lord,Continue reading “China in Our Prayers”
Father Threatens to Sacrifice Son
We have received an urgent prayer request from Africa to pray for two Arab women and a son who just accepted the Lord. Praise God for these new lives, but they are in danger from an abusive husband, steeped in witchcraft, who now wants to sacrifice the son. Lord, we ask You, please, to protectContinue reading “Father Threatens to Sacrifice Son”
Radical Praying
When we opened this Prayer Wall in 2020 at the beginning of the pandemic, God laid on my heart to call His people throughout the world to pray together daily for global awakening. Several months later, I happened upon Christian author/journalist Mike Evans’ claim that in 1986, evangelist David Wilkerson told him: “I see aContinue reading “Radical Praying”
Earthquakes Set Mexico on Edge
Yesterday, a deadly aftershock of 6.8 magnitude shook Michoacan State, west of Mexico City, just three days after Monday’s 7.6 earthquake, which killed two and fell on the anniversary of two other Mexico earthquakes. In fact, both the 2022 and 2017 earthquakes happened not long after an alarm sounded as part of a ceremony heldContinue reading “Earthquakes Set Mexico on Edge”
War Escalates in Ethiopia
Last month, war in the Tigray region of Ethiopia broke through a ceasefire which had been in effect since March. This week, fighting has escalated all the more, as Eritrean forces have crossed the border to join with Ethiopian federal forces against the Tigray People’s Liberation Front. Tens of thousands of people have died sinceContinue reading “War Escalates in Ethiopia”
Floods in Nigeria
More than 300 people have died this year, and at least 20 this week, due to floods covering most of Nigeria. Another 500 have been injured, and 100,000 people are displaced. Thousands of hectares of farmland are now destroyed. Father, please have mercy. Help those who are trapped and in need of rescue. When theyContinue reading “Floods in Nigeria”
Storms Ravage Japan, Puerto Rico, Dominican Republic
Deadly typhoon Nanmadol hit Japan, while hurricane Fiona invaded Puerto Rico and Dominican Republic, knocking out power and causing flooding yesterday. Lord, please be with all those affected by storms. Wrap them in Your arms and protect them from harm. Let them feel Your presence close and hear You speaking to them, drawing them toContinue reading “Storms Ravage Japan, Puerto Rico, Dominican Republic”
Song for the Wayward One
Lord, for those who have wandered from Your felt presence, speak softly to us now, drawing us back to Yourself, like You did Your bride in Hosea 2:14-23. Remind us of our First Love. That we are Yours, and You are our Song, our True Meaning of Life, our All. Sing over us. We needContinue reading “Song for the Wayward One”
Ceasefires: Azerbaijan-Armenia, and Kyrgyzstan-Tajikistan
Praise God, a ceasefire appears to be holding at the border of Azerbaijan and Armenia. The death toll is up to 210 and rising because of many injuries. Continue praying here: Fighting for Armenia and Azerbaijan Meanwhile, more deadly fighting has erupted in Central Asia along the border of Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan, which appears to alsoContinue reading “Ceasefires: Azerbaijan-Armenia, and Kyrgyzstan-Tajikistan”
Wisdom in Making Decisions
Lord, give us wisdom, please. As we face difficult decisions, help us not lean on our own understanding, but to seek You in all our ways, letting You direct our paths. Proverbs 3:5-6. We can’t see the future, but You can. You know what’s up ahead and where You’re taking us. Help us surrender allContinue reading “Wisdom in Making Decisions”
Rise Up and Love
What are some things you’ve settled into over the years that have become a habit because you were afraid or felt you needed to protect yourself from something or someone? Or maybe you felt inconvenienced by what God was asking you to do and talked yourself out of it and into that habit that feelsContinue reading “Rise Up and Love”
Kenya’s Praying President
A village boy who grew up in a Protestant family, the first thing William Ruto did when confirmed by the Supreme Court as Kenya’s new president was to get down on his knees next to his wife Rachel and other leaders to pray. More than 80 percent of Kenya’s population of 54 million profess Christianity.Continue reading “Kenya’s Praying President”
Fighting for Armenia and Azerbaijan
Nearly 100 have died in a battle this week along the border of Azerbaijan and Armenia, bringing to remembrance the six-week war of 2020, where more than 6,500 people lost their lives. Azerbaijan’s largely Muslim population of 10.3 million are 95 percent unreached with the gospel of Christ, while most of the 2.7 million peopleContinue reading “Fighting for Armenia and Azerbaijan”
While We Were Praying
While we were praying, Ukraine recaptured more territory in just a few days (about 2,300 square miles) than Russia has gained in all their attacks since April, redefining the battle dramatically and setting off public criticism against Putin from those who had supported him. Lord, while we thank You for this reprieve for the UkrainianContinue reading “While We Were Praying”
Prayer for the Nation from Joel 2
Lord, we ask You to lift the cloud of darkness from over this nation, the world, and every heart. Raise up an army of prayer warriors who will fight for us. May we cry out to You day and night between the porch and the altar. Listen to us, O Lord, and hear our cry.Continue reading “Prayer for the Nation from Joel 2”
Hundreds Turn to Christ in Myanmar
Since a military coup in Myanmar early last year, thousands of innocent people have died, many of those Christians. Fighting in the mostly Christian Chin State has left countless families homeless and hiding in the jungles, their villages burned, and dozens of churches ransacked, shelled and occupied. Baptist pastor Cung Biak Hum was gunned downContinue reading “Hundreds Turn to Christ in Myanmar”
Let Us Not Grow Weary
Tired of the constant news of bombings, death and atrocities in Ukraine, our war-weary hearts can tend to wane in prayer, aid and even interest. Donations to Christian agencies like SendRelief.org that provide help for Ukrainians in need have a tendency to dwindle the longer the battle continues. But displaced families are still hungry andContinue reading “Let Us Not Grow Weary”
A Prayer from Isaiah 59
Lord, have mercy on us, please. Do not let evil prevail, but punish evildoers and every act of deceit, attack and corruption. Bring forth Your purposes, O God, and overturn the enemy’s. In the midst of so much chaos, come and be who You are. Overturn evil, and let righteousness, justice, peace, truth and salvationContinue reading “A Prayer from Isaiah 59”
Earthquake Victims, Sichuan, China
More than 70 have died, several hundred were injured, and more than two dozen are still missing after Monday’s 6.8 magnitude earthquake in Luding, Sichuan Province, China. Heavy rain and landslides are also expected this week in that region. As the Chinese battle increased surveillance, persecution, Covid lockdowns, and tension with other countries, let’s prayContinue reading “Earthquake Victims, Sichuan, China”
Unreached Peoples
Pray for unreached peoples who still have no way to hear about Jesus, cut off from the Gospel by oppressive governments, language barriers, closed borders, and other barriers. Pray God will give them a hunger for Him, open the way for them to hear the Good News in a way they can easily understand, andContinue reading “Unreached Peoples”
A Prayer for Our Hearts and Nation
O Lord, we are so in need of You. Hear our prayers, please, and forgive us. While we were busy with matters that are here today and gone tomorrow, idols have crept in and taken over our attention. We scroll through social media, wanting what we don’t have and begrudging those who have it. WeContinue reading “A Prayer for Our Hearts and Nation”
Cambodia: Victims of Trafficking Rescued
Praise God at least 250 victims have been rescued from trafficking in Cambodia this year through an ongoing joint operation between Vietnamese and Cambodian authorities. Teens in Southeast Asian countries are especially vulnerable to the lure of jobs with good pay in Cambodia promised by traffickers who take the time to become their friends first,Continue reading “Cambodia: Victims of Trafficking Rescued”
Hidden Tribes of Brazil
A man believed to be the last survivor of an unnamed tribe speaking an unknown language in Brazil’s western Amazon recently died of natural causes. Although Brazil is close to 90% Christian, nearly 50 people groups are unreached with the gospel, many of those numbering less than 500 in isolated jungle regions protected against outsideContinue reading “Hidden Tribes of Brazil”
Praying for Iraq
Perhaps 30 were killed and an estimated 400 injured in Baghdad earlier this week in fighting that broke out over political matters. Let’s continue praying for Iraq, which is nearly 96 percent Muslim and #14 on the list of most dangerous countries for Christians. The Christians who face the gravest danger, many of which keepContinue reading “Praying for Iraq”
Venezuelans in Crisis
Since socialist Venezuela’s economic crisis began in 2014, nearly 7 million have fled their home country, mostly to neighboring nations, including almost 2.5 million to Colombia. Since November last year, receiving countries in Latin America and the Caribbean reported at least 753,000 Venezuelans crossing their borders, with about 635,000 entering Colombia. Many who wish toContinue reading “Venezuelans in Crisis”
Praying for China’s Uyghurs
The Uyghur are an ancient Turkic people numbering about 12 million in China’s northwestern province of Xinjiang, which borders the countries of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Russia and Mongolia. There was a time about 1,000 years ago when nearly all the Uyghur professed Christianity. But through the pressure of Islam, including a mass execution of UyghurContinue reading “Praying for China’s Uyghurs”
Hope in Sight for Ethiopia
Just after we prayed on Global Hunger Sunday, the first Ukrainian ship filled with grain bound for areas hard-hit by starvation and famine arrived in Djibouti. (A second shipment from Ukraine is expected to arrive in Yemen soon.) The plan is to transport the 23,000 metric tons of grain in this first shipment overland toContinue reading “Hope in Sight for Ethiopia”
