Author Archives: Mikaela Vincent

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”

Pakistan Death Toll Now Over 1,000

At least 33 million people have been affected by severe flooding in Pakistan due to monsoon rains. More than 1,000 have died, among them hundreds of children, and another more than 1,500 people have been injured. Nearly 500,000 homes have been damaged and nearly 200,000 people displaced to relief camps across the country. Normally, duringContinue reading “Pakistan Death Toll Now Over 1,000”

War and Persecution in Libya

Dozens have died and another more than 140 have been injured in Tripoli, Libya, due to fighting among opposing militia groups. Libya is nearly 97% Muslim, with 31 unreached people groups that have yet to hear the good news about Christ. Due to intense persecution by Islamic extremists, this North African country is #4 onContinue reading “War and Persecution in Libya”

Global Hunger Sunday

An estimated 2.3 billion people faced moderate or severe hunger last year, a number which may be on the rise now, with hundreds of millions starving or nearing starvation and 45 countries soon approaching famine status. More than half a million people in Ethiopia, South Sudan, Yemen and Madagascar are already in famine. Today hasContinue reading “Global Hunger Sunday”

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”

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”

Syrian Migrants Rescued from Island

The 38 living Syrian migrants (one child died of a scorpion sting), including seven children and a heavily pregnant woman, stranded on an unnamed island between Turkey and Greece since mid-July have been rescued and taken to Greece. All are in good condition, praise God. Lord, we thank You for this rescue. Please, now, provideContinue reading “Syrian Migrants Rescued from Island”

Church Fire in Egypt

At least 41 have died, among them 18 children, and about 14 were injured, when an apparent electrical fire broke out during Sunday morning mass at a church in the Imbibe neighborhood of greater Cairo. Egypt is one of the most dangerous countries in the world for Christians. “If someone is willing to kill meContinue reading “Church Fire in Egypt”

Unrest in Sierra Leone

A measure of calm has returned to Sierra Leone now, after at least 21 demonstrators and six police officers died last week due to hundreds of people in several locations protesting rising prices. Lord, please comfort those who mourn, and heal those who have been injured. As families suffer poverty and hardship, give every heartContinue reading “Unrest in Sierra Leone”

Hope for France’s Wildfires

French firefighters have renewed hope, as Gironde’s blazes have slowed somewhat since Thursday, and firefighters from surrounding countries have now joined in the battle. More than 40,000 hectares have burned in France in the last couple of months, and thousands of people have evacuated. Continue praying here: Fires in Spain, Portugal, France For a free guideContinue reading “Hope for France’s Wildfires”

Flooding in Seoul

At least nine people have died over the last few days due to heavy rains and flooding in Seoul, South Korea. About 17 others are injured and several are still missing. Lord, please protect and rescue those in danger. Comfort those who mourn and cast out fear with Your perfect love. Give every heart aContinue reading “Flooding in Seoul”

Keep Our Nation Safe, Lord

My husband and I lived many years in one of the most dangerous countries in the world. Even though we were there loving and helping people, the government saw us as a political threat because we serve a higher King. They followed us, opened our mail, tapped our phones, sometimes searched our rooms. At anyContinue reading “Keep Our Nation Safe, Lord”

Deadly Floods in Pakistan

Flash floods have killed hundreds of people in Pakistan over the past month and displaced tens of thousands. The southwestern province of Balochistan has suffered the most loss. Let’s pray together for God to rescue those who are in danger and provide for the needs of those who are displaced, that He will bring ChristiansContinue reading “Deadly Floods in Pakistan”

Ceasefire in Gaza

After three days of violence between Israel and Gaza, a cease-fire was declared Sunday, praise God. But more than 300 Palestinians were injured and at least 44 are dead, 15 of those children. Nearly 99% of Palestine is unreached with the gospel. Lord, please touch the hearts of those who are mourning now, and healContinue reading “Ceasefire in Gaza”

One Way Through This

I am here.  This future you dread, the thoughts that spiral you into panic and fear for your children’s future, none of it changes the fact that I am still here. I am still all-powerful. And I still love you and your children more than you can ever imagine. You are Mine. How could IContinue reading “One Way Through This”

Lifting Up Ukraine

Lord, please fill Ukraine with Your angel armies, fighting for what is right and good, fighting for a future with You in it. Meet every person in powerful ways, so that they feel Your presence near. When they cry out to You, answer them, O God. Rescue the lost on both sides, heal them, deliverContinue reading “Lifting Up Ukraine”

Myanmar: Living in Constant Fear

Civilian deaths have risen by the thousands since a military coup early last year, adding another layer of horrific violence atop an ongoing civil war that began 74 years ago in Myanmar. In the last few months, soldiers have burned down entire villages, torturing and killing men, women, children, and even the elderly. Lord, soContinue reading “Myanmar: Living in Constant Fear”

Ceasefire Extended Again in Yemen

A ceasefire agreed upon by warring parties in Yemen April 2 and renewed June 2 was renewed once again August 2. Although several offensive actions have taken place over the last four months, for the most part Yemenis have had a much-needed respite from the eight-year-long war that has killed tens of thousands of children,Continue reading “Ceasefire Extended Again in Yemen”

Persecution and Unrest in the DRC

Due to uncounted deaths and injuries from current fighting against UN peacekeeping forces in the eastern area of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, let’s pray for this mostly Christian nation oppressed by Islamic extremists. Violent attacks from the Muslim group, Alliance for Democratic Forces, have wiped out many churches and placed the DRC onContinue reading “Persecution and Unrest in the DRC”

Flooding throughout the Earth

More flash floods and mudslides hit 20 provinces in Iran this past weekend, resulting in at least 69 deaths, with about 20,000 homes destroyed and 45 people still missing as of yesterday. Continue praying here. The death toll in Kentucky has risen to 37 now with hundreds still missing and more severe weather on itsContinue reading “Flooding throughout the Earth”

Strength to Overcome

In what ways have you felt like a failure lately? Like you’ve missed the mark? Or don’t measure up? Is there an area of your life where you keep messing up, even when you know what you should be doing and actually want to do what is right? “I have the desire to do whatContinue reading “Strength to Overcome”

India: Lightning and Monsoons

Lightning killed 49 people this week in Uttar Pradesh, bringing India’s total deaths by lightning since April up to nearly 750, according to AP. More than 200 people in India have died in heavy rains and mudslides this monsoon season, and 42 in Bangladesh. Hundreds of thousands have been displaced. Click here to pray: 6Continue reading “India: Lightning and Monsoons”

Earthquake in the Philippines

At least five have died and 130 others were injured Wednesday in an earthquake near the town of Dolores, on Philippines’ most populous island of Luzon. Philippines is home to 90 unreached people groups who have yet to hear the good news of Christ. Most are indigenous tribes that live in fear of evil spirits;Continue reading “Earthquake in the Philippines”

Floods: Kentucky and St. Louis

At least 15 have died in eastern Kentucky and one in St. Louis, Missouri, due to flash floods and heavy rain this week. Lord, please protect and rescue those in danger. Comfort those who mourn and cast out fear with Your perfect love. Give every heart a deep yearning for You and move loving, truth-filledContinue reading “Floods: Kentucky and St. Louis”

Haiti: Families Torn Apart by Violence

At least 315 children and adults took refuge this past weekend in a local high school to flee gang violence in the adjacent neighborhood of Cite Soleil. A Catholic-based community group has provided a few mattresses, but most have been sleeping on the concrete floor. Many of the children sheltering there are without their parents,Continue reading “Haiti: Families Torn Apart by Violence”

Fire, Fire Everywhere

Since the beginning of the year, 37,904 fires have destroyed 5,559,857 acres across the US, according to the National Interagency Fire Center. As of yesterday, 92 fires in the following states are currently burning 3,116,631 acres of land: Alaska (60) Texas (6) Arizona (4) Nevada (3) Utah (3) Idaho (3) California (2) New Mexico (2)Continue reading “Fire, Fire Everywhere”

Deadly Flash Floods in Iran

Flash floods in Iran’s drought-stricken Fars Province killed at least 22 Saturday. About 55 were rescued, but some may still be missing. Iran is ninth on the World Watch List of most dangerous countries in the world for Christians. House churches are often raided and members sentenced to long jail terms for “crimes against nationalContinue reading “Deadly Flash Floods in Iran”

Removing Whitewash

What has been keeping you from greater oneness with Christ? Do you know? All of us have barriers we’ve allowed the enemy to put up against experiencing in the fullness of Christ. But sometimes we don’t recognize those strongholds because they feel “normal” to us. The enemy has whitewashed them with lies that can evenContinue reading “Removing Whitewash”

Families Torn Apart

Lord, today, we pray for families that have been torn apart by war poverty oppression, hardship, tragedy, trauma sickness, mental illness death divorce abuse pornography, infidelity, jealousy addictions rejection, abandonment anger, bitterness, unforgiveness, misunderstandings disagreement of values, goals sin, rebellion, demonic oppression fear, anxiety, hopelessness, depression busyness silence. Please have mercy. Make a way forContinue reading “Families Torn Apart”

Let Me Carry You

“The days ahead will have some uncommon twists and turns. Just hold fast. I’ve got you. You are safe when you surrender to My embrace. I want to carry you through this in such a way that everyone around you will see your hand in Mine and My arms around you. The trials you areContinue reading “Let Me Carry You”

US House of Representatives

Let’s pray for US House of Representatives by name, as we ask the Lord for a Great Awakening in the USA. Pray God will awaken every heart in the House of Representatives to hunger and thirst for Him. Pray those who have fought against Him will give up the fight and give in to HisContinue reading “US House of Representatives”

More Flooding in China

Heavy rainfall and flash floods in southwest and northwest China resulted in at least 12 deaths over the weekend — six in Sichuan Province, where 1,300 people were evacuated and 12 are still missing, and six in Longnan, Gansu Province, where 3,000 were evacuated. Click on the link below to continue praying for China atContinue reading “More Flooding in China”

Berti and Hausa of Sudan

Since tribal fighting began last week in Blue Nile State between the Hausa and Berti peoples, at least 65 are dead and about 150 have been injured. Both are Muslim people groups still unreached with the gospel of Christ in Sudan. Lord, we ask You, please, to awaken the peoples of Sudan to Your love.Continue reading “Berti and Hausa of Sudan”

Love through the Fire

As wildfires raged through New Mexico, devastating more than 300,000 acres and displacing thousands of people, God has been answering our prayers here at the Prayer Wall. When the Calf Canyon/Hermit Peak Fire ripped through the evacuated town of Rociada, many people lost their homes, including several members of Rociada Baptist Church. Twice the flamesContinue reading “Love through the Fire”

Angel Fire

“I don’t know what God you pray to, but keep going. He’s listening,” said a firefighter in New Mexico whose fire chief is a Christian. Chief Mickey Richardson’s wife, along with other members of Angel Fire Baptist church had been holding special prayer services for firefighters, asking God for their protection, wisdom, strength and endurance.Continue reading “Angel Fire”

Fires in Spain, Portugal, France

Dozens of fires have ripped across areas of Portugal, Spain and France, and thousands of people have evacuated, with about 26,000 acres already destroyed. Some of the hardest hit areas include about 7,000 acres each in Leiria, Portugal, and Gironde, France, as well as more than 12,000 acres in western Spain between Extremadura and Salamanca.Continue reading “Fires in Spain, Portugal, France”

100 Homes Washed Away in Virginia Flash Flood

Whole houses floated down the street, uplifted from their foundations by flash floods after heavy rainfall Tuesday in Buchanan County, a mountainous region of southwest Virginia. As of yesterday morning, at least 44 people were still unaccounted for, but by midday all had been found alive, praise God, although one suffered a snake bite. AtContinue reading “100 Homes Washed Away in Virginia Flash Flood”

Haitians Starving, Trapped by Violence

Gang violence in Port au Prince has left hundreds of innocent civilians dead, many more wounded, nearly 300 kidnapped for ransom, and about 17,000 displaced from their homes over the past few months. Since an intense war over the neighborhood of Cité Soleil began last week, thousands of Haitians are now trapped without help. ManyContinue reading “Haitians Starving, Trapped by Violence”

NM Church Shares with Immigrant Children

Jesus said, “Let the little children come to Me and do not hinder them, for to such belongs the Kingdom of Heaven.” Matthew 19:14 ESV For the past four years, a small Hispanic church in Anthony, New Mexico, has been ministering to immigrant children awaiting relocation. With three immigration centers nearby, each housing 70 childrenContinue reading “NM Church Shares with Immigrant Children”

Bar Deaths in South Africa

At least 19 have died and numerous others are injured after two mass shootings Saturday night in South Africa. The first occurred in a tavern in a semi-rural area of Pietermaritzburg, where four died. Then four hours later, in a bar about 500 km north in Soweto, 15 were fatally shot. All this occurred justContinue reading “Bar Deaths in South Africa”

Whose Tune Are You Playing?

Do not listen to what the world is saying today. Do not join in their song. For you are set apart, My beloved. You are Mine. If you sing the wrong tune, when the day of evil comes you will fall. Stand strong, My beloved, in what you know is right and true. Not becauseContinue reading “Whose Tune Are You Playing?”

Moldovan Children’s Home Helps Refugees

When refugees from Ukraine flooded across the border into the small European country of Moldova (about 188 km from Ukraine’s hard-hit Odesa), Christians scrambled to help. Despite high gas prices, they drove vans to the border to carry refugees to churches, Christian camps, and other safe shelters, and then donated mattresses, sheets and other neededContinue reading “Moldovan Children’s Home Helps Refugees”

Teen Helps Save Four Lives

When three teen girls mistakenly drove off a boat ramp into the Pascagoula River in Mississippi last weekend, 16-year-old Corion Evans saw them and dove in to save their lives. A police officer also showed up to help, but soon needed saving himself. “Four times he went in that water fighting to save those individuals,”Continue reading “Teen Helps Save Four Lives”

Satanist Leader Resigns

Riaan Swiegelaar, co-founder of the South African Satanic Church, resigned from his position in May, shortly after an astounding display of unconditional love by Christians “when I was a monster.” One couple showed him Christ’s love by responding to him with kindness and grace. And just after a radio interview, where the satanic priest announced,Continue reading “Satanist Leader Resigns”

Survivors of Highland Park

Let’s lift up those who were present and those who are mourning the July 4 mass shooting at Highland Park, Illinois, where seven died and close to 40 were injured. Lord, please comfort the families and other loved ones mourning the deaths of Irina (35) and Kevin (37) McCarthy, Katherine Goldstein (64), Jacquelyn Sundheim (63),Continue reading “Survivors of Highland Park”

Karakalpak of Uzbekistan

The Karakalpaks are a Sunni Muslim unreached people group of more than 750,000, mostly residing in northwestern Uzbekistan’s autonomous province, Karakalpakstan. Their region is extremely dry and poverty levels are high. Over this past weekend, they have drawn attention in the news due to political unrest resulting in numerous deaths and injuries. Uzbekistan is listedContinue reading “Karakalpak of Uzbekistan”

Influence and Favor

Lord, we ask You to pursue every person of influence in this nation. Give them a heart that hungers for You. Show them how the ideologies, the politics, the fame, the power, the money, the temporary pleasures, the things they run after have no meaning and cannot satisfy. But how, when they love, when theyContinue reading “Influence and Favor”

What Is Missing in One Nation Under God

Just before the Prayer Wall began on July 4, 2020, the Lord gave me a dream that the US government was trashed and unprotected. He called us to drive the prayers of the saints over the mess and into the structure itself, so laws could be made to effect change. Yesterday, I dreamed we wereContinue reading “What Is Missing in One Nation Under God”

Russian Peoples

Click on the link below and let’s keep praying for the people of Russia. The People of Russia For 30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening, and other prayer journals and Bible studies for praying with power, visit MoreThanAConquerorBooks.com. When you click on the above links to books I have authored, as a participant in the Amazon ServicesContinue reading “Russian Peoples”

Needed: Disciplers and Freedom-Fighters

Three main issues hinder today’s missionary candidates from qualifying for overseas ministry, said a top leader of a large sending agency recently: Going to church just isn’t enough. We need to raise up strong disciples who walk in oneness with Truth. Who do not bend to the ways of the world or the lies ofContinue reading “Needed: Disciplers and Freedom-Fighters”

Fulani Muslims of Nigeria

Nigeria is rated the seventh most dangerous country in the world for Christians, largely due to terrorist activities by Fulani militia, who have martyred and abducted vast numbers of Christians, especially during Sunday church services. Let’s pray for this Muslim unreached people group so desperately in need of Christ’s love. The semi-nomadic Fulani herdsmen ofContinue reading “Fulani Muslims of Nigeria”