Comfort in grief – PRAYER WALL

Blessings in the Midst of Trials

Today’s prayer is from Romans 8:28: Lord, this past year has been hard for many of us, but right now, we just want to pause and thank You for the good things You have brought out of our trials. For the ways You have transformed our hearts. For the unexpected blessings. For the joy ofContinue reading “Blessings in the Midst of Trials”

Warmth in the Winter Seasons of Life

Have you ever experienced a harsh, lonely time in your life? Winter seasons often come unexpectedly. I had one that lasted several years, as family members and others I loved passed away one by one, and my best friends cut me out of their lives. It was an isolating time … a cold, cold winter,Continue reading “Warmth in the Winter Seasons of Life”

When Christmas Is Hard

My dear brothers and sisters, I don’t know what all of you are going through right now, but I know for some of you this will be the first Christmas without a loved one. I want you to know my heart is with you and I love you dearly. Jesus’ arms are a safe placeContinue reading “When Christmas Is Hard”

Warmth in the Winter Seasons of Life

Three Plane Crashes in Three Days, One Survivor

A passenger plane carrying 64 people collided with a U.S. Army Blackhawk helicopter carrying three Wednesday night. Both plunged into the Potomac River near Washington, D.C., leaving no survivors. Among those who died were young figure skaters who attended a national development camp in Wichita, Kansas, following the U.S. Figure Skating Championships. Also on Wednesday,Continue reading “Three Plane Crashes in Three Days, One Survivor”

Blessings in the Midst of Trials

Today’s prayer is from Romans 8:28: Lord, this past year has been hard for all of us, but right now, we just want to pause and thank You for the good things You have brought out of our trials. For the ways You have transformed our hearts. For the unexpected blessings. For the joy ofContinue reading “Blessings in the Midst of Trials”

When Christmas Is Hard

More than 45 Christians from Botswana Dead

We are deep in our 30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening, but let’s pause today to pray for the families of the 45 Christians from Botswana who died in a terrible bus accident yesterday in South Africa while on their way to an Easter Conference; and for the one little girl who survived butContinue reading “More than 45 Christians from Botswana Dead”

When Christmas Is Hard

Pray for Serbia

Two mass shootings in two days have left Serbia in shock. The nation had just begun three days of mourning after a 13-year-old shot nine people and injured seven at a school in Belgrade on Wednesday, when yet another mass shooting occurred Thursday in Dubona, just 26 miles south, killing eight and wounding 14. Lord,Continue reading “Pray for Serbia”

When Christmas is Hard

Let’s continue praying for missionary pilot Ryan Koher, imprisoned nearly two months now in Mozambique without charges. Pray God will open the way for his immediate release. Pray for his wife and sons as Christmas approaches. Continue praying here: Missionary Pilot Imprisoned in Mozambique Let’s pray also for those mourning the loss of loved ones andContinue reading “When Christmas is Hard”

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”

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”

Prayers for Israel

Let’s pray for Israel today, after an Arab gunman killed five Israelis yesterday — the third shooting in a week, bringing the death toll up to 11. Lord, please comfort those who mourn. Bring an end to this wave of violence and protect the innocent. March Your angel armies through the streets to restrain wrongContinue reading “Prayers for Israel”

This Week’s Tornadoes

Let’s pray for families who are suffering after tornadoes swept across Oklahoma, Texas, Louisiana, and several other states this week. Lord, please comfort those mourning losses, and provide for their needs in a way they will know it is You. Use Christians to shine Your peace and love even in the midst of terrible hardship,Continue reading “This Week’s Tornadoes”

Fires in Texas

At least 175 fires in the past week have burned nearly 95,000 acres across the state of Texas. Lord, please stop the fires. Dowse the land with rain today and bring relief. Be a Shield around every firefighter and give them wisdom to know how to contain the fires. Comfort families who have lost homesContinue reading “Fires in Texas”

Ukrainian Refugees

Lord, we ask for Your protection and provision for the now more than two million refugees fleeing the war in Ukraine. Assign Your angel armies to comfort those who mourn, to help them stay warm and well-fed, to open the way for safe passage out of the country, and to open up borders, homes, churches,Continue reading “Ukrainian Refugees”

Storms in the UK

As England picks up the pieces and faces yet more stormy weather today after Eunice‘s hurricane-force winds killed at least 11 people across the UK and parts of Western Europe, let’s pray. Lord, please comfort those who have lost loved ones and property. Let them feel You near. when they cry out to You, hearContinue reading “Storms in the UK”

Healing Madagascar

Two weeks after tropical storm Ana blasted across the island country of Madagascar in late January, killing more than 41 people and displacing almost 72,000 from their homes, a second storm hit this weekend. Cyclone Batsirai (which means “help” in the Shona language) killed more than 20 people and displaced an estimated 69,000. O Father,Continue reading “Healing Madagascar”

Families Affected by Fires in Colorado

At least three people are missing, several are injured, and more than 1000 homes and other structures have been destroyed by recent fires in the area of Superior, Colorado. Let’s pray for families in need. Lord, thank You for the snow that has stopped the fires. Please wrap Your arms around each person and familyContinue reading “Families Affected by Fires in Colorado”

When Christmas Is Hard

My dear brothers and sisters, I don’t know what all you are going through right now, but I know for some of you this will be the first Christmas without a dear loved one. I want you to know my heart is with you and I love you dearly. Jesus’ arms are a safe placeContinue reading “When Christmas Is Hard”

Three More Hostages Released in Haiti

Praise God three more hostages were released this month, making a total of five so far since the October 16th abduction of 17 missionaries (including five children) by gang members in Haiti. For security reasons, we cannot give more information at this time, but let’s continue to pray for the safe release and protection ofContinue reading “Three More Hostages Released in Haiti”

Christians Offer Relief and Love to Hurricane Victims

With more than 1 million without power and more than 600,000 without water in the intense Louisiana heat, many Christian families who have generators or other means of electricity have invited those who are stranded into their homes and are now loving them into Jesus’ arms. “He is sending to us the 25-30-year-old unbelievers,” oneContinue reading “Christians Offer Relief and Love to Hurricane Victims”

Pray for Those Affected by Floods

These past few days have been devastating for families in Humphreys County, Tennessee, where at least 22 people died due to Saturday’s flash floods, and another 37 or more are still missing. In addition, Tropical Depression Fred swept through Haywood County, North Carolina, leaving 4 dead, and 4 still missing. At least 500 families from CrusoContinue reading “Pray for Those Affected by Floods”

Meet Us in the Fire

Isaiah 43, 2 Chronicles 7:13-15 Let’s pray for those in Algeria (death toll over 90), Russia, Greece, and the USA who are facing devastation and grief from recent fires. And let’s lift up those still fighting fires, especially in California and surrounding states. Pray protection over the 11,000 firefighters fighting the Caldor fire, and theContinue reading “Meet Us in the Fire”

Blessings in the midst of trials – Romans 8:28

Lord, this past year has been hard for all of us, but right now, we just want to pause and thank You for the good things You have brought out of our trials. For the ways You have transformed our hearts. For the unexpected blessings. For the joy of Your presence. For the adventure ofContinue reading “Blessings in the midst of trials – Romans 8:28”

Pray for those who are grieving

Lord, we ask You now for those who have lost loved ones, and are missing them so deeply this Christmas. Hold them close to Your heart. Fill their empty spaces with Your felt presence, and surprise them in special ways that they will know that they know that it is You. Comfort them with YourContinue reading “Pray for those who are grieving”