As you read this devastating report from Nigeria in September and October, BENUE STATE: Fulani herdsmen and other terrorists killed three Christians and kidnapped another, Iorhon Dam, early Sunday morning, October 29, in Tse Gamber village, Gwer West County. At the same time, three more Christians were murdered in Ngai village. On October 23, terroristsContinue reading “Nigeria: 74 Christians Martyred, More than 123 Abducted in Two Months”
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Refugees in the News This Week
Pakistan is forcing 1.5 million undocumented Afghan refugees and migrants out of their country. So far, more than 250,000 have returned homeless to impoverished Afghanistan just as winter comes. Refugees fleeing fighting in Sudan have reported mass killings of perhaps 800 people, most from the Masalit ethnic group in a camp for internally displaced people.Continue reading “Refugees in the News This Week”
A Prayer for the US
Right now, and over the next few weeks and months, all across the US, and especially in our nation’s capital, people are making decisions that affect hundreds, thousands, millions, even billions of people, not just in our own country, but throughout the world. Some don’t have all the facts to make those decisions. Others do,Continue reading “A Prayer for the US”
Families Torn Apart
Lord, today, we pray for families that have been torn apart by Please have mercy. Make a way for them to know You, to feel Your love, to hear Your voice, to experience Your healing. For so many of these, this is a hopeless time. But in You, O God, there is hope. Bring theContinue reading “Families Torn Apart”
Deadly Earthquake in Nepal
More than 157 people died and over 170 were injured in a 6.4 magnitude earthquake that shook northwestern Nepal Friday night and flattened many villages. People as far away as New Delhi, India, also felt the tremors. Then, today, another earthquake hit in the same area as the first, Ramidanda in Jajarkot district, followed byContinue reading “Deadly Earthquake in Nepal”
International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church
Please go to our International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church page for today’s prayers: International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church If you haven’t subscribed to the Prayer Wall yet, please enter your email address below, so you can receive each daily prayer guide in time for your morning quiet times with God:Continue reading “International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church”
North Korea: #1 Most Dangerous Nation
Join us November 5 for the International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church. International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church Over the past couple of years, North Korea’s President Kim Jong Un has inserted himself into the news time and again with his missile launchings and meetings with world leaders of other oppressive governments.Continue reading “North Korea: #1 Most Dangerous Nation”
Somalia: #2 Most Dangerous Nation
Join us November 5 for the International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church. International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church As we prepare for Sunday’s International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church, let’s remember Christians facing extreme violence, persecution and hunger in 99.6% Muslim Somali, ranked #2 on Open Doors’ World Watchlist ofContinue reading “Somalia: #2 Most Dangerous Nation”
Yemen: #3 Most Dangerous Nation for Christians
Join us November 5 for the International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church. International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church As we prepare for Sunday’s International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church, let’s lift up our brothers and sisters facing extreme violence, persecution and hunger in Yemen, ranked #3 on Open Doors’ WorldContinue reading “Yemen: #3 Most Dangerous Nation for Christians”
Hostage Rescued by Israeli Security Forces
Israeli ground forces pressed into Gaza on Monday, rescuing Pvt. Ori Megidish, a soldier taken hostage by Hamas terrorists in the October 7 surprise assault against Israel that killed more than 1,400. Praise God Ori is now reunited with her family, as are the other four hostages Hamas released, Nurit Cooper, Yocheved Lifshitz, Judith TaiContinue reading “Hostage Rescued by Israeli Security Forces”
Eritrea: #4 Most Dangerous Nation
Join us November 5 for the International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church. International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church As we prepare for this Sunday’s International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church, let’s lift up our brothers and sisters facing extreme violence, persecution and hunger in Eritrea, ranked #4 on Open Doors’Continue reading “Eritrea: #4 Most Dangerous Nation”
Libya: #5 Most Dangerous Nation for Christians
Join us November 5 for the International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church. International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church As we prepare for this coming Sunday’s International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church, let’s lift up our brothers and sisters facing extreme violence, persecution and hunger in Libya, ranked #5 on OpenContinue reading “Libya: #5 Most Dangerous Nation for Christians”
Pray for Christians in Danger
Join us for the International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church. Next Sunday, November 5 is the International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church. Some believers will be setting aside the entire month to fast and pray. What about you? How is God leading you to prepare? Will you invite your whole churchContinue reading “Pray for Christians in Danger”
Oppressive Regimes
Join us Sunday, November 5, for the International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church. In many countries, it is a crime to be a Christian or to speak about Jesus to those of other religions. In some places, even holding a Bible or asking questions about Christianity on the internet can result in beatings,Continue reading “Oppressive Regimes”
Maine Mass Shooting: At Least 18 Dead
At least 18 people died and 13 were injured Wednesday in two mass shootings in Lewiston, Maine — one at a restaurant and another at a bowling alley, where families had gathered to play games. This is the deadliest of at least 566 mass shootings in the US reported by the Gun Violence Archive inContinue reading “Maine Mass Shooting: At Least 18 Dead”
Christians Multiply in Algeria Despite Forced Closing of Churches
As one of the world’s most dangerous countries for Christians, Algeria is 96.5% Muslim and 99.9% unreached with the gospel of Christ. Interestingly enough, in the midst of much persecution, Christianity has been growing at a rate of 8.1% annually for several years, compared with the global rate of 2.6%. (See JoshuaProject.net) A lot ofContinue reading “Christians Multiply in Algeria Despite Forced Closing of Churches”
2 More Makes 4 Hostages Released!
Praise God, hostages Nurit Cooper, 79, and Yocheved Lifshitz, 85, were released yesterday. Together with Judith Tai Raanan and her teen daughter, Natalie Raanan, who were released on Friday, that makes four! A helicopter brought the two women to Ichilov hospital in Tel Aviv early yesterday morning, and soldiers carried them into the facility onContinue reading “2 More Makes 4 Hostages Released!”
Shielding Our Children
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 “Shielding Our Children”
Surrender Brings Peace
How are you doing with processing the news and current events these days? Are you worried about the future, as war rages around the world? Are you going about your life as if all that’s happening over there and will never affect you? Are you wondering what our government will look like next year, ifContinue reading “Surrender Brings Peace”
Two Hostages Released!
Praise God, hostages Judith Tai Raanan and her teen daughter, Natalie Raanan have been released! The two US citizens from Evanston, Illinois traveled to southern Israel to celebrate a Jewish holiday and Judith’s mother’s 85th birthday, when Hamas terrorists abducted them from Kibbutz Nahal Oz on October 7. Just a mile from the Gaza border,Continue reading “Two Hostages Released!”
Son of Hamas Leader Chooses Christ
There will be no peace for either Jews or Muslims until they give their lives to the One this life is for, urged Mosab Hassan Yousef, who once served Hamas, but now serves Jesus Christ. As the eldest son of Sheikh Hassan Yousef, a Hamas founder and leader, Mosab was groomed from a young ageContinue reading “Son of Hamas Leader Chooses Christ”
Let the Change Come
Fall is the time when the trees show us how beautiful it can be to change and let go.🍂🍁 What has God been asking you to change? And what has He been asking you to let go of that you’ve been clinging to too tightly to embrace the new growth He has for you ahead?Continue reading “Let the Change Come”
Tensions Rise Across the Middle East
An explosion at Gaza’s Al-Ahli Baptist Hospital on Tuesday killing hundreds of displaced people sheltering there has sparked anger all across the Middle East, North Africa and world. Israel says one of about ten Islamic jihadist rockets launched at the precise moment the hospital was hit may have misfired; while Gaza blames Israel for theContinue reading “Tensions Rise Across the Middle East”
Continued Prayers for Israel, Hostages
Ezekiel 36, Psalm 83 More than 1,200 people have died in Israel and at least 3,400 have been injured since the October 7 invasion by Hamas militants, who have taken at least 199 hostages held captive in a network of underground tunnels and other locations throughout Gaza. Among the Israeli hostages are those suffering fromContinue reading “Continued Prayers for Israel, Hostages”
Lifting You Up, Ukraine
As we continue praying for the Israel-Gaza conflict and for the hostages by name, let’s also lift up those suffering in Ukraine, where Russian forces have relentlessly assaulted the city of Avdiivka non-stop for almost a week. Ukrainian forces destroyed hundreds of Russian tanks and armored vehicles, and killed thousands of Russian troops. Lord, pleaseContinue reading “Lifting You Up, Ukraine”
Violence in Ecuador
As we continue praying for the Israel-Gaza conflict, and for hostages by name, let’s also lift up Ecuador. Since the dissolving of the mostly Christian nation’s National Assembly in May and the assassination of a presidential candidate days before August’s election, crime and cartel-related violence has risen exponentially. In the past few weeks leading upContinue reading “Violence in Ecuador”
When to Kill a Pet
Do you have a pet sin you don’t want to let go of? Do you feed and “pet” it with your thoughts? Psalm 66 tells us that if we know there is sin in our hearts but we do nothing about it, we are in grave spiritual danger. If I regard sin and baseness in my heartContinue reading “When to Kill a Pet”
What Made You Give In?
A few days ago, I fell asleep while writing at this Prayer Wall and dreamed that a woman who long had resisted temptation gave up and gave in … all the way. It didn’t happen overnight. The enemy had been chipping away at her faith for years. She fought valiantly at first, believing God’s WordContinue reading “What Made You Give In?”
Syria: Drone Attack at Graduation Kills 100
At least 100 people died and perhaps 240 others were wounded in a drone attack at a military college graduation ceremony in Homs Province, Syria, on Thursday. Moments later, Syrian planes targeted 20 villages and towns in opposition-controlled areas of Idlib Province, killing at least six, and wounding about 40 others, including women and children.Continue reading “Syria: Drone Attack at Graduation Kills 100”
Earthquake in Afghanistan
More than 2,400 people have died and an estimated 1,500 are injured after several earthquakes, including one of 6.3 magnitude, hit western Afghanistan Saturday near the city of Herat. This comes after three previous earthquakes have already claimed the lives of more than 1,000 in the past two years: January 2022 (5.6 in Badghis, nearContinue reading “Earthquake in Afghanistan”
Missionary Pilot Detained in Mozambique Now in USA
Thank you for your prayers for Missionary Aviation Fellowship pilot Ryan Koher, who was imprisoned in Mozambique nearly a year ago. He and his family are now back in the US! Last week, a judge lifted the restrictions that prevented Ryan from providing his services as a pilot for Ambassador Aviation, MAF’s business name inContinue reading “Missionary Pilot Detained in Mozambique Now in USA”
Deadly Floods in India: Pray for LIFE
More than 100 people are missing and at least 50 have died due to the bursting of a glacial lake, which sent flash floods through several towns in northeastern India’s Sikkim State Wednesday. Home to 2,373 distinct people groups, India is 80% Hindu and 90% unreached with the Gospel. Due to anti-conversion laws and HinduContinue reading “Deadly Floods in India: Pray for LIFE”
Truth and Wisdom for Our Nation
Lord, so many think themselves wise but are consumed with personal ambition, greed, and slandering and promoting lies. Please tear down every idol, and give those in office and running for office a deep hunger for You, O God. May they seek the only One whose name is both Truth and Wisdom. Awaken them toContinue reading “Truth and Wisdom for Our Nation”
Former Muslim Activist Aids Earthquake Victims
A former Islamic activist who converted to Christianity nearly 30 years ago now labors side-by-side with both Christians and Muslims to bring aid to those suffering from last month’s devastating earthquake in Morocco. Nearly 3,000 people died in the rare 6.8 magnitude quake, and at least 2,500 were injured. “My country made me who IContinue reading “Former Muslim Activist Aids Earthquake Victims”
Our Mission Is His
Lord, so many have not yet tasted of the Living Waters of Your love. Use us as Your vessels to show them that You are the One they’ve been looking for. Open their hearts to hear the Truth and surrender to Your love. Whatever ways the father of lies has programmed them to reject You,Continue reading “Our Mission Is His”
Stand on Love and You Will Stand
Lord, sometimes it feels as if the enemy is assaulting us from all sides and the fury of all that comes against us is greater than we can withstand. But no foe is bigger than You, O God, no army mightier than Your power, no assault greater than the protection of Your love. We chooseContinue reading “Stand on Love and You Will Stand”
Nagorno-Karabakh Dissolves, Armenians Flee
The separatist government of Nagorno-Karabakh said yesterday it will dissolve itself by the end of the year. After Azerbaijan’s successful military offensive last week, more than half the 120,000 ethnic Armenians in that region have fled to neighboring Armenia, fearing ethnic cleansing from their Muslim victors. An explosion at a makeshift gas station where hundreds of ArmenianContinue reading “Nagorno-Karabakh Dissolves, Armenians Flee”
See You At the Pole: Global Student Day of Prayer
Christian students in the US and in many places across the world are gathering today at their school’s flagpole to pray for their schools, friends, teachers, government, and nation. Let’s join them. Lord, we ask You for our schools today, that You will block every enemy plan and bring forth Your agendas. Protect our young peopleContinue reading “See You At the Pole: Global Student Day of Prayer”
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”
Crimes Continue Against Ethiopia’s Women
Despite the signing of a peace accord last year, war crimes have continued in Ethiopia, especially against women and girls. A recent estimate counts more than 10,000 people have been traumatized by rape and other sexual violence. With a population of 126 million, Ethiopia is not only the most populous country in East Africa; itContinue reading “Crimes Continue Against Ethiopia’s Women”
Underground Churches Help Morocco Earthquake Victims
Hidden Christians have been stepping out into the open these last two weeks to provide aid and share Christ’s love with those wounded, grieving and displaced after a 6.8 magnitude earthquake claimed the lives of more than 3,000 people in Morocco. In the 99% Muslim nation listed among the most dangerous countries in the worldContinue reading “Underground Churches Help Morocco Earthquake Victims”
Mozambique: 11 Christians Killed by ISM, Update on Pilot Ryan
The Islamic State Mozambique (ISM) in Mozambique has vowed to murder all Christians and Jews who do not convert to Islam. Such brutal persecution by Muslim extremists has ranked the Christian-majority nation one of the most dangerous in the world for followers of Jesus. Last week, ISM terrorists opened fire on Christians in a village inContinue reading “Mozambique: 11 Christians Killed by ISM, Update on Pilot Ryan”
The Battle for Nagorno-Karabakh
Azerbaijan’s largely Muslim population of 10.3 million are 95% unreached with the gospel of Christ, while most of the 2.7 million people of Armenia claim Christianity. The two countries lie beside each other in the Caucasus Mountains bordering Iran, Turkey, Georgia and Russia. In the 1920s, they became part of the Soviet Union. Although ethnicallyContinue reading “The Battle for Nagorno-Karabakh”
Pray for Breakthroughs Among Hindus
Right now, September 19-28, Hindus around the world are celebrating Ganesh Chaturthi, which commemorates the birthday of Ganesh, an idol with an elephant’s head revered for removing obstacles. Ceremonies involve a 16-step ritual of offerings, culminating in immersing the idol in water. A curse is believed to fall on anyone who happens to catch aContinue reading “Pray for Breakthroughs Among Hindus”
Preparing for the Future
Are you ready for what lies ahead? So much has changed already, just in the last few years. So many things we once trusted in we have now found untrustworthy. Ask the Lord what sins, achievements, thought processes, desires, addictions or habits you’ve been holding onto that need to go so you can step intoContinue reading “Preparing for the Future”
Miracle in Sudan: Christian’s Life Spared
When Muslim extremists forcibly entered Baballah’s home seeking to end his life, the new convert from Islam prayed for a miracle and got one. Growing up in a small town in 92% Muslim Sudan, Baballah had never heard the good news about Jesus until he moved to Khartoum to finish high school. That’s when aContinue reading “Miracle in Sudan: Christian’s Life Spared”
Deciding God’s Way
Today, I feel the Lord urging us to pray for those who are being pressed into tight corners and are having to make huge life decisions. Lord, give us wisdom, please. Help us not lean on our own understanding, but to seek You in all our ways, letting You direct our paths. We can’t seeContinue reading “Deciding God’s Way”
Christians Detained in Afghanistan
The Taliban detained at least 18 staff members of International Assistance Mission (IAM), a Christian-based NGO which has served the 99% Muslim country since 1966. IAM said no charges have been lodged yet against their organization or any individual in custody. But other news sources say the workers are accused of “doing mission work” orContinue reading “Christians Detained in Afghanistan”
Nigeria: 42 Martyrs in a Month
PLATEAU STATE: Muslim and Fulani terrorists killed 37 Christians in several attacks within a month. On Sunday, September 10, they murdered ten believers in Kulben Village, Mangu County, and injured one. On August 14, they attacked a community high school in Kwi Village, Riyom County, while in session, killing two Christian teachers as they taught,Continue reading “Nigeria: 42 Martyrs in a Month”
Delhi, India: Church Attacked by Hindu Mob
As Pastor Satpal Bhati and other fellow believers prepared for church in his home last month, a group of about 100 Hindu extremists entered with weapons and sticks. To shouts of, “Jai Shri Ram” (Glory to Lord Rama) and “Hindu Rashtra Hamara Hai” (This Hindu nation is ours), they tore pages from Bibles, vandalized aContinue reading “Delhi, India: Church Attacked by Hindu Mob”
10,000 Missing in Libya Floods
Mediterranean storm Daniel has killed more than 5,300 people in Libya’s eastern city of Derna and surrounding areas, as a bulging river busted through dams Sunday night on its way from the mountains through the city to the sea, carrying cars, buildings and people with it. Some 10,000 people are still missing, more than 40,000Continue reading “10,000 Missing in Libya Floods”
Clashes in Sudan, Mali
As we continue in our prayers for nations devastated by war, let’s also pray for these nations where tension has risen over the last few days: SUDAN: At least 40 people died and more than 70 were injured in a drone attack on an open market in Khartoum amidst clashes between the military and theContinue reading “Clashes in Sudan, Mali”
Thousands Dead in Morocco Earthquake
A rare and extremely devastating 6.8 magnitude earthquake hit western Morocco Friday night, killing more than 2,000 people and critically injuring more than 1,000 in Marrakech and surrounding provinces. Morocco is more than 99% Muslim and listed among the most dangerous countries in the world for Christians, especially converts from Islam, who face tremendous pressureContinue reading “Thousands Dead in Morocco Earthquake”
Pastor in Pakistan Forgives Muslim Assailant
“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.” Jesus, Matthew 24:6 NIV This is the verse that gave a Pastor Zayn courage to face persecution, when a Muslim brutally assaulted him and incited otherContinue reading “Pastor in Pakistan Forgives Muslim Assailant”
Abducted Christian Rescued in Egypt
Throughout the Muslim world, Christian women and girls are abducted at an alarming rate of at least two per day for the purpose of forcing them to convert to Islam. But in Egypt last month, a forced conversion failed when the Christian mother tortured for her faith held fast to Christ, and then was rescuedContinue reading “Abducted Christian Rescued in Egypt”
Whose Ticket Are You Still Holding?
This past week, the Lord gave me three dreams over three nights. In the third, people held tickets to Heaven in their hands. Some clutched only their own, but others held onto several tickets meant for other people. They waved them about, excitedly telling the people they were meant for how to get one, whileContinue reading “Whose Ticket Are You Still Holding?”
Battle Gains and Losses
This past week, the Lord gave me three dreams over three nights. In the second, God’s people were re-grouping after a last-days battle. We had lost everything, and yet it was nothing to us. Philippians 3:7-8. We knew the Lord was with us and would supply all our needs. Matthew 6:8-13. Encamped in a largeContinue reading “Battle Gains and Losses”
Take Off the Blinders
This past week, the Lord gave me three dreams over three nights. In the first, people walked about with blinders on that covered not only their eyes but the whole face. Inside, they cried out to be seen for who they truly were. But with their own faces covered and with others’ blinders on, asContinue reading “Take Off the Blinders”
Update on Missionary Pilot’s Detainment in Mozambique
Brutal persecution by Muslim extremists has ranked the Christian-majority nation of Mozambique one of the most dangerous in the world for followers of Jesus, mainly due to Islamic State Mozambique (ISM), which has vowed to murder all Christians and Jews who do not convert to Islam. The northern region of Cabo Delgado has been racked withContinue reading “Update on Missionary Pilot’s Detainment in Mozambique”
13 Christians Released from Prison in Eritrea
After enduring more than ten years of horrific conditions, 13 Christian prisoners were released from custody last month in Eritrea. The seven women and six men, as with other ex-prisoners in that Communist country, however, remain under constant threat of re-arrest. Their release comes after an international plea for prayer regarding two Christian leaders imprisonedContinue reading “13 Christians Released from Prison in Eritrea”
Fastest Growing Underground Church
Conversion to Christianity is punishable by death in 98% Muslim Iran. The Middle Eastern country ranks eighth in the lineup of most dangerous countries for those who seek Christ, but first as far as fastest growing underground church. Estimates put the current number of Christians anywhere from 300,000 to one million and climbing. One IranianContinue reading “Fastest Growing Underground Church”
Christians Arrested, Released in Iran
At least 69 Christian converts from Islam were arrested in 11 Iranian cities in June and July. Ten are reportedly still in custody. Release of the other 59 fell contingent on their attending Islamic re-education sessions and/or signing agreements to refrain from Christian activities. Others were summoned for further interrogation mere days after their releaseContinue reading “Christians Arrested, Released in Iran”
Rise Up as One and Love
A prayer for oneness from Philippians 1:27-28: Lord, we ask You to draw us into deeper love, into oneness with each other and with You. For our enemy seeks to divide marriages, families, and churches, and then put us on display before the world to show them that we’re really no different than they are,Continue reading “Rise Up as One and Love”
For Our Adult Children in Need of Christ
Father, we come to You now to ask You for our children who have grown up hearing Your name and yet have chosen a life apart from You. Please fight for them. Invade their dreams at night and their thoughts by day. Tackle every lie and conquer it with Truth. Cancel every scheme the enemyContinue reading “For Our Adult Children in Need of Christ”
Churches Approved in Egypt
A special government committee formed for the purpose of licensing and legalizing church buildings in Egypt has approved nearly 3,000 applications for church buildings in the past seven years. That’s exciting news in light of the fact that before the committee was formed in 2016, Christians often waited as long as 20 years to getContinue reading “Churches Approved in Egypt”
Christian Churches, Homes Burned in Pakistan
Thousands of angry Muslims went on a rampage last Wednesday in Jaranwala, Punjab Province, Pakistan, burning 19 churches and destroying 89 Christian homes, while damaging another 400. (Release International, Aug 21) “We don’t have words to describe the terrible destruction of church buildings, Bibles and everything in them. All we could see were ashes,” saidContinue reading “Christian Churches, Homes Burned in Pakistan”
Thousands Flee Violence in Haiti
More than 2,400 people have been killed and nearly 1,000 injured in Haiti this year due to gang wars in Port au Prince. Over 900 abductions and countless carjackings, thefts, rapes and other abuses have compounded this year’s figures and caused more than 5,000 people to flee their homes in the last few days. ManyContinue reading “Thousands Flee Violence in Haiti”
Miracles in Maui
After raging flames this past week left Lahaina mostly in ashes with more than 1,000 people still missing, Maui’s death toll is now at 111 and climbing, making it the deadliest fire in modern US history. And yet, in the midst of the devastation, a miracle has appeared. Surrounded on all sides by the greyContinue reading “Miracles in Maui”
More Than 200 Sex Trafficking Victims Rescued
Praise God for the rescue of more than 200 sex trafficking victims last month in a two-week, nationwide sweep called Operation Cross Country 2023. The FBI worked together with state and local agencies to identify or arrest 68 suspected human traffickers and 126 child sexual exploitation and human trafficking offenders. They located 59 minors whoContinue reading “More Than 200 Sex Trafficking Victims Rescued”
Pray for Victims of Human Trafficking
Isaiah 51:9-23 Lord, today we pray for those across the world who are oppressed through human trafficking. Invade their darkness with Your beauty. Speak to them. Tell them who You created them to be. Envelop them in Your love so completely, whatever the enemy does against them disappears in the vastness of Your love andContinue reading “Pray for Victims of Human Trafficking”
Explosions in Russia, Dominican Republic, Ethiopia
About 115 people were wounded and at least 35 died in a fiery explosion at a car repair shop and gas station in Dagestan, Russia Monday. The same day, two people died and five were injured in an oil field explosion in West Siberia. Also Monday, at least 12 people died and dozens were injuredContinue reading “Explosions in Russia, Dominican Republic, Ethiopia”
Prayers for Those Suffering from Floods
At least 142 people died in floods and landslides in China in July, but August has brought yet more devastation. In Hebei, at least 29 people died during Typhoon Doksuri and others are still missing. At least 33 died in Beijing, where raging floodwaters carried people away. More than 12 have died in northeastern Jilin,Continue reading “Prayers for Those Suffering from Floods”
Letter from Alix, Released from Abduction in Haiti
Missionary nurse Alix Dorsainvil and her baby, abducted last month in Haiti, were released August 8 healthy and unharmed after 13 days of captivity. Praise God! Thank you to all of you who joined us at the Prayer Wall to fight for their release. Here is a note from Alix of gratitude to those whoContinue reading “Letter from Alix, Released from Abduction in Haiti”
Pray for Refugees in Danger
Eight Rohingya refugees have been rescued, but 30 are missing and at least 17 are dead after bad weather capsized their boat in the Bay of Bengal last week. Many of the Muslim-majority unreached people group highly persecuted in Myanmar have died at sea from hunger and disease as they seek to reach Malaysia andContinue reading “Pray for Refugees in Danger”
Pray for God’s Mercy on Maui
At least 67 people have lost their lives in wildfires raging across the island of Maui since Tuesday. Lord, please have mercy on those suffering right now across Maui. Bring forth rain and an end to the fires. Rescue those who are trapped. Heal those who are wounded. Comfort those who mourn. Protect firefighters andContinue reading “Pray for God’s Mercy on Maui”
Abducted Missionary Released!
A missionary nurse in Haiti and her daughter who were abducted July 27 have now been released! Praise God! Her mission agency wrote yesterday: “On Tuesday, August 8th Alix and her daughter were released healthy and unharmed after 13 days of captivity. We could not be more thankful for the safety of our dear sister,Continue reading “Abducted Missionary Released!”
Family Unity for Ministers
I grew up overseas as the daughter of missionaries. Many of my MK (missionary kid) friends have excelled in life. They feel at home no matter where they are in the world, and the Lord uses them in powerful ways. In stark contrast, others have left the faith and made devastating choices. In fact, atContinue reading “Family Unity for Ministers”
What Keeps the Called from Their Calling
Did you know that the three main issues hindering today’s missionary candidates from qualifying for overseas ministry are lack of a biblical worldview, addiction to pornography and mental health issues? The same goes for upcoming pastors, worship leaders and other Christian influencers. More and more Christians fall prey to Satan’s attacks through social media andContinue reading “What Keeps the Called from Their Calling”
Nigerian Christians Martyred by Fulani
Fulani herdsmen rode through two Christian villages in Benue State on July 16, spraying gunfire and killing six. On July 8, terrorists attacked two other Christian communities, massacring 30; many believers are still missing. In June, Fulani and other Muslim extremists killed at least 46 Christians in the same state. (See Morning Star News, JulyContinue reading “Nigerian Christians Martyred by Fulani”
Ugandan Christian Martyred by Husband
Amina Nanfuka was killed by her Muslim husband the very same day she chose to follow Christ. A relative in Kampala, who had become a Christian just two years before, heard Amina needed to see a doctor in her city, so she invited her to stay in her home. “I shared the saving power ofContinue reading “Ugandan Christian Martyred by Husband”
Christians Run for Their Lives in Pakistan
After three blasphemy accusations in a row in Pakistan, the third of which was a poster anonymously signed “a warrior of Maryam,” Christians from that town fled their homes last month fearing retribution from local Muslims. At least 15 Christians were taken into custody merely because their identity cards listed Maryam as their hometown. “Pakistan’sContinue reading “Christians Run for Their Lives in Pakistan”
Ugandan Pastor Stoned for Sharing Christ’s Love
With both Muslims and Christians attending the funeral in Mayuge, Uganda, of a convert from Islam to Christianity, Vanisha Namukasa’s pastor Davidson Okirori saw a unique opportunity to share God’s love. He felt the Lord leading him to speak from not only the Bible, but also the Koran and Hadith of Bukhara to show “theContinue reading “Ugandan Pastor Stoned for Sharing Christ’s Love”
Pray for Pakistan
More than 100 Muslims were injured and at least 54 died Sunday in a suicide bombing at an Islamic political gathering about 125 km north of Peshawar in the town of Khar, Pakistan, near the border of Afghanistan. Close to 98% Muslim, Pakistan is home to 828 people groups unreached with the Gospel of Christ.Continue reading “Pray for Pakistan”
Missionary and Her Daughter Kidnapped in Haiti
Missionary Alix Dorsainvil was abducted along with her daughter last Thursday, July 27, from the campus where she serves as a community health nurse for El Roi Outreach International in Haiti. Originally from New Hampshire, she is also the wife of Haitian director Sandro Dorsainvil. Gang violence and kidnappings are a constant threat in Haiti.Continue reading “Missionary and Her Daughter Kidnapped in Haiti”
Myanmar’s Displaced Once More on the Run
Minority people groups have long been in peril because of an ongoing civil war that began in 1948. In addition, Buddhist extremists have launched numerous attacks against Christians in recent years. But after a military coup in February of 2021, many thousands of innocent civilians have been killed, schools and churches bombed or set afire,Continue reading “Myanmar’s Displaced Once More on the Run”
Where the Floods Rise
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”
Protests in Manipur
Last Saturday, thousands of people gathered to protest the sexual assault of women from the mainly Christian Kuki ethnic group by mobs of Hindu Meiteis, who have continued to burn churches and run Christians from their homes since early May despite the presence of the Indian army in Manipur, India, where more than 65,000 peopleContinue reading “Protests in Manipur”
Letter from Pilot Ryan, Fast Tomorrow
Missionary pilot Ryan Koher and two South Africans were detained while preparing Koher’s plane to deliver vitamins and other needed items to orphanages in northern Mozambique. They were imprisoned several months, and have been granted a provisional release, but their case is still ongoing. Missionary Aviation Fellowship has called a fast tomorrow, July 27, forContinue reading “Letter from Pilot Ryan, Fast Tomorrow”
Pray for Israel
Due to current unrest, let’s lift up Israel, which is 97% unreached with the Gospel. Abba, please bring Your people back home to You. Cover this land beneath Your sheltering wings and call out to every heart. Remind them that You are their Home, not a place. That You are the Sovereign One, not aContinue reading “Pray for Israel”
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”
A Militant Muslim’s Encounter with Love
By the time Saudi-born Al Fadi turned 12, he had memorized half the Quran. By age 15, he was ready to die for Allah as a terrorist, had his mother not held him back. He hated Christians and anyone else who did not believe in Islam as the one true religion. The more he readContinue reading “A Militant Muslim’s Encounter with Love”
The Overcoming
As I asked the Lord today what He wanted to say to His body, this is what He led me to share*: I’m here with you. I know this life has been hard. I know what your past has held and how many questions you have asked about why it had to happen. And IContinue reading “The Overcoming”
Uganda: Convert from Islam Martyred
After six months of learning about Christianity, 22-year-old Abudu Amisi chose Jesus as his Savior on June 22, but feared for his life because of his former ties to a Muslim missionary and the Islamic community. Christians provided a rental home for him, and he remained indoors for two weeks. But on July 8, AmisiContinue reading “Uganda: Convert from Islam Martyred”
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”
Pray for the Innocent
An estimated 1.7 billion children worldwide experience abuse (about 3 million within the USA). In most cases, that abuse happens by the hand of a parent or other family member, but an estimated 8 million children go missing every year, anywhere between 400,000 to 800,000 of those within the USA. In addition, many children growContinue reading “Pray for the Innocent”
Hungry Prisoners Ask for Bibles
“Prison Fellowship has witnessed a remarkable surge in testimonies of incarcerated men and women encountering Jesus Christ through personal Scripture study. With a dedicated program for distributing Bibles, (Christian) books and other valuable resources, the ministry has seen an extraordinary increase in the demand for God’s Word,” reported Charisma News on June 22. In fact,Continue reading “Hungry Prisoners Ask for Bibles”
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”
God Sees You. He Knows. He Hears.
Today, I want to share with you this word of encouragement from the Lord for His bride based on Isaiah 40: “I know what you’re going through is hard, and what you’re feeling as you go through it is even harder. I knew your need before you ever spoke it, before it ever happened. IContinue reading “God Sees You. He Knows. He Hears.”
Don’t Run Away; Run Into His Arms
A comforting word from the Lord for us today: My child, I know it’s been hard. I’ve seen what you’re going through. In fact, I knew it would happen before it ever did, and I have a plan for bringing the good out of what the enemy meant for evil. Don’t run away, or theContinue reading “Don’t Run Away; Run Into His Arms”
Awaken Our Nation, Lord, to You
Want to see a Great Awakening in our nation and in the world? Let’s ask the Lord of the Harvest for it! Lord, how easy it is to follow our enemy’s paths, for wide they are. But the straight, high path that leads to You is narrow. Draw us there, Lord. Every leader, every heartContinue reading “Awaken Our Nation, Lord, to You”
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