Author Archives: Mikaela Vincent

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”

Nigeria: Where Attending Church Is Deadly

Muslim militia from the nomadic Fulani people group killed three worshippers at a Catholic mass on Sunday, June 19, in Nigeria’s Kaduna State; then abducted five men and 31 women and children from a Baptist church service. Two victims were later released to communicate ransom demands. On Sunday, June 5, (the same day about 70Continue reading “Nigeria: Where Attending Church Is Deadly”

Justice

Thank You, Lord, for yet another new beginning in answer to our prayers for protection over our constitution, freedom, rights and justice system. Praise God for this courageous praying coach and our Supreme Court who ruled in favor of First Amendment rights. In honor of God’s answer, and our continued love and concern for ourContinue reading “Justice”

What’s Keeping You from Obedience?

What has God been calling you to do that you haven’t done yet? What has been holding you back? Do you feel afraid? Inadequate? Not gifted? That could be precisely why He’s calling you! Quite often, the Lord has asked me to do things I have no gifting, experience, or understanding for, and I soonContinue reading “What’s Keeping You from Obedience?”

6 Million Displaced in India, Bangladesh

Due to heavy storms, floods and landslides in India and Bangladesh, about 6 million people have been displaced, dozens are missing, and at least 84 have died, including 17 struck by lightning in India’s northeastern state of Bihar. Bangladesh has 289 people groups that have been cut off from the Gospel message, most of themContinue reading “6 Million Displaced in India, Bangladesh”

China Flood Update: Hundreds of Thousands Affected

Floods and landslides throughout southern China have destroyed thousands of homes and displaced hundreds of thousands of people so far this month. More than 200,000 have been displaced in Guangdong Province; more than 220,000 in Fujian; about 145,000 in Guangxi, where 2,700 houses have collapsed; and thousands more in other provinces. Yet more rain isContinue reading “China Flood Update: Hundreds of Thousands Affected”

Earthquake in Afghanistan

At least 1,000 people have died and an estimated 1,500 are injured after a devastating earthquake in Paktika Province, eastern Afghanistan, near the border of Pakistan. The 5.9 magnitude quake occurred at night about 27 miles from Khost. Recent monsoon rains made villagers’ mud homes particularly susceptible to damage. Lord, please have mercy on theContinue reading “Earthquake in Afghanistan”

Ethiopia: Amharas Gunned Down

Around 300 Amharas died in a mass shooting by Oromo terrorists near the town of Gimbi in the Oromia region of western Ethiopia on Saturday. The Oromo people are mainly Muslim, and the Amhara mainly Ethiopian Orthodox. Due to Islamic extremists, political violence, and denominational protectionism, Ethiopia is listed among the most dangerous countries forContinue reading “Ethiopia: Amharas Gunned Down”

Encountering Christ in Dreams

You may have noticed here at the Prayer Wall that we often ask the Lord to meet people in dreams, visions and other miraculous ways, especially in countries closed off to the Gospel, where Bibles are not available, Christians are persecuted, and missionaries are not permitted. He is answering! In fact, as Muslims fast andContinue reading “Encountering Christ in Dreams”

100 Million Displaced

This World Refugee Day marks a tragic milestone. For the first time in history, more than 100 million people — a shocking 1 in 78 — across the globe have had to flee their homes due to violence or persecution. This includes more than 27.1 million refugees and 4.6 million asylum seekers. Afghanistan’s fall, theContinue reading “100 Million Displaced”

Mending Breaches

Pride is at the heart of every argument. Make sure it’s not yours.  It’s important in any conflict to ask the Lord what part we ourselves have played in the problem, and be quick to ask forgiveness. Especially in our families and with our children, no matter what age. As we model humility and love, our childrenContinue reading “Mending Breaches”

Of Earthly and Heavenly Fathers

It’s easy for us as humans to subconsciously assign God whatever qualities we have encountered in our earthly fathers, whether good or bad. My dad isn’t perfect by any means. But he modeled love so well that it’s easy for me to run to my Heavenly Father whenever I’m hurting. I know He is alwaysContinue reading “Of Earthly and Heavenly Fathers”

Kidnapped for Conversion

Christian girls as young as age 13 have been disappearing at an alarming rate of at least two a day, abducted by well-funded networks of Muslim extremists who force them to convert to Islam through trafficking and marriage in an effort to cripple Christian communities and decrease their numbers, according to an Open Doors report.Continue reading “Kidnapped for Conversion”

Overturning Persecution

Fueled by lies from the enemy, verbal abuse, false accusations, brutality, abuse, war and persecution are at high levels these days, both in our own country and across the world. Pray God will relentlessly pursue those who do not yet know Him and conquer every lie with His truth and love. Pray that in everyContinue reading “Overturning Persecution”

De-Stress in My Place of Rest

What makes you anxious these days? Soaring prices? The news? Lack of time? Broken appliances? Broken relationships? All of the above and more? Take a moment to close your eyes, tune everything out and ask the Lord. I feel the Lord speaking to our hearts today…. “I know what you’re going through. I know everyContinue reading “De-Stress in My Place of Rest”

India Restricts Conversions

With 13 of India’s 29 states passing legislature to restrict conversions, Christians are all the more vulnerable to persecution from extremists. “Hindu nationalists have been on a rampage, threatening the Christian community,” Open Doors reported, quoting local pastor Abel. “Pastors have been assaulted and falsely accused of enticing people to become Christians. Church meetings areContinue reading “India Restricts Conversions”

Shining in Battle

This is not a battle of sickness versus health, black versus white, gender versus preference, party versus party, or country versus country. Those are just earthly skirmishes skittering around the deeper issue at the core. Every voice clamoring to be heard was created for abundant life through Christ, and He is pursuing each one ofContinue reading “Shining in Battle”

Transformation in Our Nation

Awaken us to You, O God. Get up in our face. Invade our space. Demand our attention. Distract us with Your love. Lift the veil from our eyes and show us who You truly are. Knock down our idols. Set us free from our sin. Heal our minds and hearts. Transform us by Your loveContinue reading “Transformation in Our Nation”

Flash Floods in Southern China

Heavy rain in southern China has resulted in landslides and flooding, devastating crops and homes, affecting millions of people, killing at least 32 in Hunan, Fujian, Yunnan and Guangxi, leaving others still missing, and displacing nearly 300,000 in Hunan alone. Flooding is normal this time of year, but the memory of last summer’s rains thatContinue reading “Flash Floods in Southern China”

Somalia at Risk of Famine

After four failed rainy seasons (and possibly now a fifth), much of Somalia has plunged into severe drought and could soon face famine, especially with a drop in grain imports from Russia and Ukraine. Lack of food and water has already resulted in hundreds of deaths this year, many of those happening in children ofContinue reading “Somalia at Risk of Famine”

Abductions in Nigeria

Just two days before the Pentecost Sunday massacre and abduction of Catholic worshippers in southwest Nigeria, armed kidnappers attacked a Baptist pastor’s residence in Kachia, taking captive his five children and demanding a ransom of $96,000 for their release, along with another elderly man. Last month, a Methodist prelate was abducted in Abia State, butContinue reading “Abductions in Nigeria”

Peace in the Midst of Danger

As missionaries raising our children in one of the most dangerous countries in the world, we are often asked, “Aren’t you afraid?” At first, yes; very, in fact. But then, through heavy trials and spiritual warfare, the Lord cast out fear with His perfect love. 1 John 4:18. Not only did He carry us throughContinue reading “Peace in the Midst of Danger”

Mass Turned Massacre in Nigeria

Dozens of worshippers died in a brutal attack Sunday at a Catholic Church in Owo, Nigeria. Gunmen rode up on motorcycles and then open-fired, detonating explosives, killing about 70, including children, and abducting others. The church, which seats as many as 1,200, was full for the celebration of Pentecost. Thousands of Christians are martyred everyContinue reading “Mass Turned Massacre in Nigeria”

Missiles Hit Kyiv

After weeks of calm in Kyiv, as Russia focused on Ukraine’s eastern Donbas region, missiles bombarded the capital once again yesterday. Lord, please have mercy. Cover Kyiv and all of Ukraine with Your mighty hand. Turn around hearts bent on evil and destruction, and save the innocent, please Father. Awaken the hearts of those whoContinue reading “Missiles Hit Kyiv”

25 Mass Shootings Since Uvalde

At least 25 mass shootings have occurred in the US since the 21 tragic deaths in Uvalde over a week ago; and at least 237 since January. Let’s pray God will comfort those who grieve, heal those who are injured and draw them to Himself. Survivors struggling with anxiety and other disorders related to theContinue reading “25 Mass Shootings Since Uvalde”

Cease-fire in Yemen

In March we cried out to God for mercy here at the Prayer Wall, asking Him to intervene on behalf of the tens of thousands of children, civilians and others who daily face terror and death in the war-torn Muslim country of Yemen. After eight years of conflict, on April 2, a cease-fire went intoContinue reading “Cease-fire in Yemen”

70 Trafficked Children Rescued!

West Texas and other law enforcement officers rescued 70 missing children ages 10-17 from sex trafficking last month through a three-week joint task force mission called “Operation Lost Souls.” Father God, we praise You for these rescued children and for those on the joint task force who worked together to make it happen. Please healContinue reading “70 Trafficked Children Rescued!”

Deaths, Protests in Iran

Last weekend, a tower collapsed, killing 36 people in Khuzestan, Iran, where Arabs have been protesting since April because of massive price increases on food and other vital goods. Arabs are one of the 84 unreached people groups of Iran who have been cut off from hearing the Good News about Christ. In fact, IranContinue reading “Deaths, Protests in Iran”

Deadly Landslides in Brazil

Thousands of people from the favelas (hillside shacks) in Pernambuco, Brazil, have been displaced; about 100 have died, and at least 14 are still missing after landslides Friday. Loving Father, please rescue those who are trapped, heal those who are injured, comfort those who mourn, provide for those in need, and rebuild the lives ofContinue reading “Deadly Landslides in Brazil”

Continued Prayer for Uvalde

A retired pastor, great grandfather of one of the fallen children in the Uvalde tragedy, told those gathered at a prayer vigil Thursday night he does not want to have hate in his heart for the murderer. In the aftermath of last Tuesday’s mass shooting at an elementary school in the small Texan community, speciallyContinue reading “Continued Prayer for Uvalde”

Deadly Stampede in Nigeria

On Saturday, Christians from the Kings Assembly Pentecostal Church in Rivers State, Nigeria, set out to offer hope to their community by hosting a charity event with free clothing, shoes and other items. People began arriving before dawn to secure their place in line, but before the gates opened at 9 a.m., the crowd brokeContinue reading “Deadly Stampede in Nigeria”

Sandstorms in Iraq, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia

The ninth sandstorm since April ripped through Iraq this past week, hospitalizing more than 1,000 people with respiratory problems. Kuwait has also been affected, and Saudi Arabia suffered its second heavy sandstorm in just a few days. But these countries face far greater sorrow, as their many peoples have been cut off from the GospelContinue reading “Sandstorms in Iraq, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia”

Step Out of the World and into My Mind

My beloved child, I see your need to belong, to be accepted by those you look up to or want to be around, to be seen as someone important in their lives. You want them to like you, include you, see you as one of them, so you mold your viewpoints around theirs and stepContinue reading “Step Out of the World and into My Mind”

11 Babies Killed in Senegal

The West African country of Senegal is home to at least 26 people groups who do not yet know the Good News of Christ. Yesterday, a tragic fire broke out in the neonatal department of a hospital in Tivaouane, killing 11 newborn babies. Let’s pray for this 90-percent Muslim nation and for the families mourningContinue reading “11 Babies Killed in Senegal”

21 Killed in Mass Shooting

After Tuesday’s mass shooting of 19 children and two adults in an Uvalde, Texas, elementary school 54 miles from the Mexico border, let’s pray…. Lord, we ask You, please, for Your arms around the families grieving right now. Come so close to them that they hear Your voice comforting them and feel Your strong handsContinue reading “21 Killed in Mass Shooting”

Angel, Miracles in Cuba

Next to Havana’s historic Hotel Saratoga, where an apparent gas explosion killed at least 46 and injured more than 90 on May 6th, a historic Baptist church also was destroyed in the blast. Praise God, of the 15 adults and three children present, none were killed or harmed. “One man left three children in theContinue reading “Angel, Miracles in Cuba”

50 New Lives in Cuba

About 50 people have come to Christ in the aftermath of the May 6th explosion, which killed at least 46 and injured more than 90, at a historic hotel in Havana, Cuba. The blast also caused considerable damage to Calvary Baptist Church, which housed two parsonages, a seminary, and the offices of the Baptist ConventionContinue reading “50 New Lives in Cuba”

Repentance and Humility

James 4:10 Lord, we have wandered far from You. We have placed our own pain, fear, pride, selfishness, doubt, anger, judgment, lust and so much more above the simplicity of surrendering to You and letting Your Spirit guide our thoughts and actions. Proverbs 3:5-7, John 5:19. Forgive us, Lord. For we have left our FirstContinue reading “Repentance and Humility”