In Pakistan more than 55 people died recently due to heavy rains, including eight children caught in a landslide. Neighboring Afghanistan saw more than 31 deaths, 74 injuries and 41 missing. Typhoon Doksuri left at least 39 dead and caused extensive flooding on many islands in the Philippines, with tens of thousands evacuated. On Friday,Continue reading “Where the Floods Rise”
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Where the Fires Rage
At least 34 people have died in Algeria due to fires in recent days, especially in Bejaia Province (23). Flames also spread in nearby Tunisia. Meanwhile, three people have died in Greece, including two pilots whose plane crashed while fighting wildfires. Thousands have been evacuated from the islands of Corfu, Evia and Rhodes. Hailstorms andContinue reading “Where the Fires Rage”
Headline Prayers for Awakening
As we continue in our prayers for nations devastated by war, let’s also lift up those suffering from this past week’s tragic events: SYRIA: A bomb exploded near a popular Shia Muslim pilgrimage site south of Damascus this week, killing at least six people and wounding more than 20. ECUADOR: The mayor of Manta diedContinue reading “Headline Prayers for Awakening”
Current Wars Across the World
As we read Jesus’ prophecy below, it’s no surprise that so much persecution and war have erupted across the world. You will hear of wars and rumors of wars, but see to it that you are not alarmed. Such things must happen, but the end is still to come. Nation will rise against nation, and kingdomContinue reading “Current Wars Across the World”
Missionaries to Haitian Migrants
Since the assassination in 2021 of Haiti’s former prime minister, gang violence has erupted out of control in the Caribbean island. Abduction, rape and murder rage so rampant, thousands of Haitians have fled to seek refuge, more than 50,000 of those in Mexico. Each has a tragic story to tell, and most have faced allContinue reading “Missionaries to Haitian Migrants”
Doctors Attacked in Sudan
Sudan is 91% Muslim and ranks in the top ten most dangerous countries for Christians. Converts from Islam to Christianity face violence, sexual assault and imprisonment. For years, conflicts have erupted between the Hausa, the Berti and other Muslim people groups in the East African country. And now, for the past three months, all-out warContinue reading “Doctors Attacked in Sudan”
Meet Us in the Fire
Isaiah 43, 2 Chronicles 7:13-15 Let’s pray for those in Canada, Greece, Crimea, Italy, and USA (Oregon, California) who are facing devastation and grief from wildfires. Pray also for those all around the world enduring extreme, even record-breaking heat. We ask You, Lord, for those facing fires right now. Give firefighters courage, wisdom, strength, andContinue reading “Meet Us in the Fire”
Continued Prayers for Sudan
Due to ethnic violence, attacks against civilians, and sexual assaults of women and girls in the midst of war, at least 3.1 million Sudanese have fled their homes. Most of those are internally displaced, but an estimated 750,000 have crossed borders into neighboring countries, mainly Egypt, Chad and South Sudan. The majority of refugees areContinue reading “Continued Prayers for Sudan”
Flooding in Korea, India and Beyond
At least 36 people are dead and others are still missing after heavy rains, landslides and flash floods hit South Korea over the weekend. Nearly 8,000 have been evacuated. Meanwhile, tornadoes ravaged areas of Ottawa, Canada, on Thursday. In Delhi schools have closed, as overflow much of the Yamuna River has placed much of theContinue reading “Flooding in Korea, India and Beyond”
Deadly Floods in India, Japan, USA
In flash floods and landslides throughout the world these past few days, at least 22 people have died in Delhi, India; six in Kyushu, Japan; and one in northeastern USA. Father, please comfort those who mourn and care for those in need. Carry them through this hard time, and give wisdom to leaders, rescuers, medicalContinue reading “Deadly Floods in India, Japan, USA”
