Whatever you’re going through, however the struggles of this world have weighed you down, lay it all at Jesus’ feet now. And worship Him. Oh, Jesus, great are You and worthy to be praised. For You were there before the beginning of time, and all things were formed by Your hand. It is in YouContinue reading “Worship in the Midst”
Tag Archives: Faith
I Am Here
I am here. I have not left. I am your Safe Place. Wherever you find yourself now, however you mourn, I want you to know I am with you. I have made a way through this for you, and it is in My arms. All around you is disaster, but hidden in the palm ofContinue reading “I Am Here”
Be Careful What You Pray For
Sometimes, we pray so fervently for what we want, God actually gives it to us, even though He had a better plan. 1 Samuel 8. We weren’t created for everything to go our way here on earth. We were created for oneness with Christ. In this world you will have trouble. It is a promise.Continue reading “Be Careful What You Pray For”
Nigeria Persecution Update
Fourteen Christians kidnapped when armed men stormed an open-air Christ Apostolic Church crusade in Eda Oniyo-Ekiti, Ekiti state, are now freed, after their ransoms were paid. Another abducted worshipper, an 84-year-old woman, died while in captivity. (Truth Nigeria, July 7) Fulani Ethnic Militia (FEM) burned villages in Karim Lamido County, Taraba state, killing at leastContinue reading “Nigeria Persecution Update”
14 Christians Beheaded in DRC
Six Christians were executed by Islamic State terrorists in Democratic Republic of the Congo June 3, and eight more on June 24. A local field contact said that locals have observed the terrorist group moving their activities to other areas in order to avoid being infected by the Ebola virus, which has been spreading inContinue reading “14 Christians Beheaded in DRC”
Floods, Fires and Other World News
SPAIN: At least 12 have died and 23 others are missing in wildfires near Sierra de Los Filabres mountains in Almeria province. VIETNAM: A speedboat carrying 32 tourists from INDIA and four crew members capsized Saturday just a half kilometer (0.3 miles) from shore, killing 15. VENEZUELA: The twin earthquakes death toll has risen toContinue reading “Floods, Fires and Other World News”
Mission Pilot Killed in Papua
Nicholas F Gosselin, 29, a pilot with Associated Mission Aviation (PT AMA), was gunned down last week in Indonesia’s Papua region by the West Papua National Liberation Army (TPNPB). The separatist rebels also set fire to the plane, but left the other seven passengers, who were locals, unharmed. The attack occurred just after Nicholas landedContinue reading “Mission Pilot Killed in Papua”
Christians Abducted, Released, Killed in Nigeria
Terrorists attacked a church prayer vigil in Ori-Oke Ajaiye, Kwara state on May 23, killing three and kidnapping 15. (Christian Daily International-Morning Star News, May 25) Gunmen abducted Uwem Cosmos, general director of Scripture Union Nigeria, on June 14, along with seven other Christians, including Ven. Onyenagbagha, Pastor Gbenga and his two daughters, the driver,Continue reading “Christians Abducted, Released, Killed in Nigeria”
Six Years and 140 Nations Later
On Saturday, we passed this Prayer Wall‘s sixth anniversary since the Lord called us on July 4, 2020 to begin praying daily for every heart in every nation to awaken to Christ’s love. Please share in the comments how He has used this Prayer Wall in your heart and life. Some highlights we have seenContinue reading “Six Years and 140 Nations Later”
A Week of Crashes, Clashes, Trashes, Ashes, Lashes
It is often in the midst of intense hardships and terrible trauma that those who do not yet believe in Jesus long desperately for salvation. Let’s pray those affected by each of these situations will seek Truth with all their hearts, and find Jesus: THAILAND: An 11-year-old boy driving a truck crashed into a groupContinue reading “A Week of Crashes, Clashes, Trashes, Ashes, Lashes”
Death Tolls Rise in Venezuela Earthquakes, Europe Heatwave
VENEZUELA: The death toll from June 24’s twin earthquakes has risen to nearly 3,000, with close to 13,000 injured and perhaps 50,000 still missing. EUROPE: A new study says more than 20,000 deaths June 22-28 may have been caused by the present heatwave. Hundreds of firefighters are battling wildfires fed by wind, drought and heatContinue reading “Death Tolls Rise in Venezuela Earthquakes, Europe Heatwave”
America 250 Prayer for True Freedom
As we celebrate the 250th anniversary of our nation, we thank You, Lord, for how You set this nation up to enjoy freedom and safety few countries have known. So many of the men who signed that Declaration of Independence acknowledged You as our Creator and Sovereign, and even set aside a time of fastingContinue reading “America 250 Prayer for True Freedom”
Yet More Earthquakes and Other News
VENEZUELA: The death toll in Wednesday’s simultaneous earthquakes is now past 1,400, with more than 3,200 injuries, as rescuers continue to search for survivors among some 50,000 still missing. Since Wednesday’s four, earthquakes have also rocked PAPUA NEW GUINEA (M5.5) Thursday; JAPAN (M6.1), PHILIPPINES (M6.7) and NICARAGUA (M5.2) on Friday; and AFGHANISTAN (M6.1) and PAKISTANContinue reading “Yet More Earthquakes and Other News”
Completely His
Several years ago, the Lord led me to begin a new habit. Before I opened my eyes or got out of bed or thought any other thought, I would think on Jesus and hand Him my day. He took me on a long, beautiful journey of surrendering not only every day and plan, but everyContinue reading “Completely His”
How Do You Respond to Barriers?
In the midst of your present trial, how are you faring? One night, the Lord gave me two different dreams in which the bride of Christ (His church, those who believe and follow Jesus) reacted to life’s barriers in two very different ways. In the first, a woman stood in a cloudy, windswept wilderness, wildContinue reading “How Do You Respond to Barriers?”
Headline Prayers This Week
PHILIPPINES: Three students died and seven were wounded when two teenagers open-fired at San Jose National High School in Tacloban City, Leyte Province on Monday. QATAR: An explosion at a gas facility in Ras Laffan killed at least 13 and injured 66 Sunday. All fatalities were from INDIA and PAKISTAN. GAZA: At least four PalestiniansContinue reading “Headline Prayers This Week”
Pray for Fathers
Lord, we ask You today for our fathers, both earthly and spiritual. Bless them abundantly, and draw them all the closer to You. Show them the ways You want to use them for Your glory, and give them courage to step out in those things and to do everything in Your empowering. Lead them toContinue reading “Pray for Fathers”
Violence in Ireland, Afghanistan, South Africa
IRELAND: Violence broke out in Belfast after Hadi Alodid, a Sudanese national, attacked Stephen Ogilvy with a knife, seriously injuring his back, eyes and face. Protesting crowds then set fire to cars and homes, leaving both immigrant and local families homeless. AFGHANISTAN: PAKISTAN killed 13-26 people in airstrikes on Khost, Kunar and Paktika Wednesday. SinceContinue reading “Violence in Ireland, Afghanistan, South Africa”
Pray for Christians Sharing Christ at the World Cup
World Cup matches begin tomorrow, June 11. Let’s pray for Christian athletes, missionaries and others traveling to cities where World Cup matches are held, that God will empower them to share His love in ways people can easily understand. Pray He will give the lost a hunger to know Him. Pray especially for athletes andContinue reading “Pray for Christians Sharing Christ at the World Cup”
Into the Secret Citadel
Do you often feel disconnected from God? Like you’re working for Him, but missing out on the more somehow? Do you see others enjoying His power and His anointing, while you just feel weary and dry? What if you knew of a supernatural portal into His presence? What if, like a superhero, you had yourContinue reading “Into the Secret Citadel”
Fighting for Love
What battles have you been fighting in your marriage or other relationships? It’s easy sometimes to forget what this fight is for and who our real enemy is. We have an enemy, but it’s not that person standing next to you. When you fight for what you want and get angry because someone doesn’t doContinue reading “Fighting for Love”
Revival Prayer
Join us tomorrow, May 17, for Rededicate 250. Lord, we have run on empty so long it feels normal to us. Like this is all there is. Our hearts have been parched and dry so long we’ve forgotten how thirsty we are. We’ve forgotten the Living Water. Complacent in our sin and unforgiveness, we’ve becomeContinue reading “Revival Prayer”
Army of Prayer Warriors
Join us now through May 17 for Rededicate 250 Decades ago, when God called our family to move to a nation where Christians are persecuted and share the good news with the lost, powerful prayer warriors joined us on that journey. Many were elderly. They couldn’t work, but they had been through the fire andContinue reading “Army of Prayer Warriors”
High Schools Awaken
Join us now through May 17 for Rededicate 250 Praise God, His Spirit has been sweeping across our nation, awakening young people to Christ. We’ve shared about revival among university students. But now, a movement has begun in high schools, as well. Hundreds of teenagers made decisions for Christ on May 8 in Columbus, Ohio,Continue reading “High Schools Awaken”
Prayer for the Prodigals and the Lost
Join us now through May 17 for Rededicate 250 Let’s pray Isaiah 51:6 for our neighbors and our loved ones who don’t know Christ or have strayed from the faith. Feel free to use specific names as you pray…. Lord, we ask You, please, to lift the veil from their eyes so they can seeContinue reading “Prayer for the Prodigals and the Lost”
A Busy Month for Terrorists in Nigeria
More than 30 armed Fulani militants opened fire on Odo-Eri community in Kogi state on April 22, kidnapping pastors and their families from two churches (an estimated 20 people), and causing others to flee. (TruthNigeria, April 23) On April 20, perhaps 20-35 terrorists attacked Kemanji in Kwara state with explosions and gunfire. Four soldiers died,Continue reading “A Busy Month for Terrorists in Nigeria”
Mass Shootings and Other Headlines for Prayer
UKRAINE: At least six died and 15 others were injured in a mass shooting in Kyiv‘s Holosiivskyi district on Saturday. The shooter, a 58-year-old man born in Moscow, RUSSIA opened-fire on civilians and then entered a supermarket and took hostages before police killed him. USA: A man killed eight children ages 3-11, seven of themContinue reading “Mass Shootings and Other Headlines for Prayer”
Open Our Ears, Lord
Do you want to hear God’s voice? Follow His lead? Lean on His understanding rather than your own? A prayer from John 10:27: Lord, open up our ears to hear You. How have we closed off our minds and hearts from listening? Have we decided You no longer speak? As if Your Word is aContinue reading “Open Our Ears, Lord”
Touch This Nation, Change Our Hearts
Decades ago, when God called our family to move to a dark area of the world where Christians are persecuted and share the good news with the lost, dedicated prayer warriors joined us on that journey. Many were elderly. They couldn’t work, but they had been through the fire and they could pray! They prayedContinue reading “Touch This Nation, Change Our Hearts”
Missing Refugees, Mass Shootings, Storms
BANGLADESH: Nine people, including three Rohingya and three Bangladeshis, were rescued, but perhaps more than 250 are still missing, after a boat on its way to Malaysia capsized in the Andaman Sea around April 9. TURKEY: A former student opened-fire on a vocational high school in Siverek, Sanliurfa province, injuring at least 16 before killingContinue reading “Missing Refugees, Mass Shootings, Storms”
Cuba Awakens: Within the Blackouts, Revival Light Shines
Cuba is facing more blackouts this week. But a failing power grid is only one form of darkness Cubans have had to contend with since Communism took control in the late 1950s and persecution became commonplace. Many Christian leaders fled the country back then, but those who remained were prayer warriors who cried out toContinue reading “Cuba Awakens: Within the Blackouts, Revival Light Shines”
Pray They Will Hear
Gather your church, your family and your prayer partners, and prepare now to join us on Pentecost Sunday, May 24, for the International Day for the Unreached. Did you know 3.37 billion people still have never heard the good news about Christ? That’s a third of the population of the world! Barriers like geographic isolation,Continue reading “Pray They Will Hear”
Listen UP!
How do you make decisions? Do you weigh the pros and cons? Press for what you want? Lean on your own understanding? Ask others their opinions on the matter? Our decision-making processes are one of the main ways the enemy slips in to do his dirty work. Do any of those methods feel familiar toContinue reading “Listen UP!”
A Prayer for the Lost
Today, let’s pray by name for our neighbors, our leaders, and our loved ones who don’t know Christ: Lord, we ask You, please, to lift the veil from the eyes of (insert names of those you know need Jesus) so they can see You as You truly are. Give them a hunger for You, OContinue reading “A Prayer for the Lost”
Resurrection Day
God has proven His love for us this way: That even as we committed sins left and right, sentencing ourselves to death, Christ took our place and died for us on the cross, so we can have LIFE. When He rose again, death was defeated, and all that the enemy planned for us was swallowed upContinue reading “Resurrection Day”
Holy Week Celebrations Restrained After Attack on Syrian Christian Village
As an expression of solidarity with the Christian town attacked and burned by Muslims last weekend in Syria, Greek Orthodox and Catholic patriarchs have called for “only prayer inside the churches,” rather than the jubilant songs and marching bands normally filling the streets during Holy Week in Christian communities. (Katie O’Malley, Mission Network News, AprilContinue reading “Holy Week Celebrations Restrained After Attack on Syrian Christian Village”
Good Friday Prayer: Humble Obedience
Today, as we think on Christ’s obedience to Father, even unto death, take a moment to ask the Lord, “What have You asked me to do that I haven’t done yet? What have You asked me to stop doing that I have continued in? What has kept me from obedience?” Lord Jesus, what You askContinue reading “Good Friday Prayer: Humble Obedience”
Worshipping Boldly
Happy Palm Sunday! Jesus is still King. Let’s worship Him and pray for those across the world who are persecuted for their faith in Him. Luke 19:28-42 Lord Jesus, today we celebrate Your triumphant entry into Jerusalem, when the people cried out praises to Your name because of the miracles You had done. In whatContinue reading “Worshipping Boldly”
Don’t Let Fear Hold You Back
In what way has fear held you back from the greater things? What has God been calling you to do that you haven’t done yet? What’s keeping you from obedience? Fear not the storms ahead, for the One who calms the sea is with you. He has great things prepared to show you, to growContinue reading “Don’t Let Fear Hold You Back”
Day 30: The World
30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening Verses for contemplation: John 3:16-21 The lostness of this world in turmoil is staggering. More than 174,200 people die daily without the hope of Christ. That’s over 1.2 million people in the coming week and over 5.2 million people in the coming month. Not only that, but theContinue reading “Day 30: The World”
Day 29: Caribbean
30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening Verses for contemplation: Matthew 13:45-46 The first explorers to Latin America landed on the shores of the Dominican Republic in 1492, and subsequent ships brought both Catholic clergy from Europe and slaves from Africa. In 1783, a manumitted slave from the USA served as a Baptist missionary toContinue reading “Day 29: Caribbean”
Day 27: Central America
30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening Verses for contemplation: Habakkuk 2:4-14 Christianity arrived in Central America during the 16th century, along with explorers and colonialists who mistreated and enslaved the native people. Juan de Zumarraga, appointed Protector of Indians, is one of many brave missionaries who fought for their rights and eventually helped establishContinue reading “Day 27: Central America”
Day 26: North America
30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening Praise God, 37 missing teens ages 14-17 were rescued in Riverside and other counties in California, USA last week during an anti-trafficking effort in which seven people were arrested. Lord, we praise You for this answer to prayer, and ask You now to pour out Your love overContinue reading “Day 26: North America”
Christian Prisoner in North Korea Released!
Today, on Day 21 of our 30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening, as we pray for East Asia to awaken to God’s love, we wanted to share with you this miraculous news of answered prayer from North Korea: Praise God! A Christian imprisoned in one of North Korea’s inhumane labor camps is free! DeaconContinue reading “Christian Prisoner in North Korea Released!”
Day 19: North Asia
30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening Verses for contemplation: 1 John 4 Greek missionaries from the Byzantine Empire introduced Christianity to Kievan Rus in the 9th century. Now, the Russian Orthodox Church is the most prevalent religion of North Asia. Notable growth occurred among Protestants after World War I, when Russian prisoners came toContinue reading “Day 19: North Asia”
Day 18: Middle East
30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening Verses for contemplation: Isaiah 61:1-4 More than 3,000 years ago, the Hebrews settled in the area of today’s Israel, where King David ruled from Jerusalem, and where Jesus died and rose again. Acts 2 suggests those who heard the Gospel in their own languages at Pentecost would haveContinue reading “Day 18: Middle East”
Day 17: Asia
30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening Verses for contemplation: Isaiah 49:1-13 More than 5 billion people live on this massive continent, among them thousands of unreached people groups (UPGs). In fact, two countries in this region have populations of over a billion each: India, which also has a whopping 2,135 UPGs, and China, clockingContinue reading “Day 17: Asia”
Day 16: Southern Africa
30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening Persecuted Christians in African countries and other nations where Islamic extremists murder, rape and abduct those who do not follow Islam are asking for prayer for protection during the unrest caused by Khamenei’s downfall Saturday. Pray every heart caught up in the fight for Iran will know theContinue reading “Day 16: Southern Africa”
Day 13: West Africa
30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening Persecuted Christians in African countries and other nations where Islamic extremists murder, rape and abduct those who do not follow Islam are asking for prayer for protection during the unrest caused by Khamenei’s downfall Saturday. Pray every heart caught up in the fight for Iran will know theContinue reading “Day 13: West Africa”
Christians in Iran Ask for Prayer
Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, 86, a father of worldwide terrorism whose regime executed perhaps 40,000 of his own countrymen in two days, died in an air strike during Operation Epic Fury. The joint US and Israeli attack on leaders and military targets came after talks with Iran aimed at stopping their production of nuclearContinue reading “Christians in Iran Ask for Prayer”
Day 12: North Africa
30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening Persecuted Christians in African countries and other nations where Islamic extremists murder, rape and abduct those who do not follow Islam are asking for prayer for protection during the unrest caused by Khamenei’s downfall Saturday. Pray every heart caught up in the fight for Iran will know theContinue reading “Day 12: North Africa”
Day 10: Eastern Europe
30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening Verses for contemplation: John 10:7-16 Christianity spread into Eastern Europe in the first centuries after Christ’s resurrection and eventually became the main religion in many of the countries on our map below. But for most of the 20th century (1922-1991), Christians in Estonia, Lithuania, Latvia, Belarus, Ukraine, MoldovaContinue reading “Day 10: Eastern Europe”
Day 8: Southern Europe
30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening Verses for contemplation: Hebrews 13:1-8 Several of the first Christian churches mentioned in the New Testament sprang to life in Italy, Macedonia and Greece on Paul’s missionary journeys. As the centuries moved on, the Roman Catholic Church established its papal seat in Holy See (of Rome). In theContinue reading “Day 8: Southern Europe”
Day 3: The Church
30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening This week, we began our 30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening February 18-March 19 here at the Prayer Wall. Throughout the next month, we will journey through the nations of the world, praying for unreached peoples, persecuted Christians and their persecutors. Jump on in and join us,Continue reading “Day 3: The Church”
Day 2: My Home Country
30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening This week, we began our 30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening February 18-March 19 here at the Prayer Wall. Throughout the next month, we will journey through the nations of the world, praying for unreached peoples, persecuted Christians and their persecutors. Jump on in and join us,Continue reading “Day 2: My Home Country”
Prayer for Outpouring
Join us February 18-March 19 for 30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening. Let’s pray for Heaven to open and pour down LIFE, and HOPE, and LOVE, and HEALING over our hearts, our families, our churches, our schools, our leaders, our businesses, our media sources, our cities, this nation and the world! Father God, YouContinue reading “Prayer for Outpouring”
Pray for Christian Athletes in the Olympics
As we continue to pray for believers sharing Christ at the Olympics, let’s pray especially for Christian athletes sharing with their unbelieving teammates and with other athletes in their division from closed nations where missionaries are not allowed. Lord, please be a Shield around every Christian athlete in the Olympics and protect them from sicknessContinue reading “Pray for Christian Athletes in the Olympics”
Prayer for Clarity in Chaos
Lord, today I choose to worship You. In the middle of my mess. In the midst of my pain. In the dark hours of the night when my thoughts keep me awake. As I scroll through the news and cry out, “Please, Lord, come.” So much pain, so much sorrow, so much evil in thisContinue reading “Prayer for Clarity in Chaos”
First Thought: Jesus
Before you open your eyes, Before you get out of bed, Before you think any other thought, Think on Jesus, And hand Him your day. This strategy for walking in oneness with Christ has made all the difference in my days. What is Jesus saying over your day today? Ask Him. — from Victory Strategy #35 in the spiritualContinue reading “First Thought: Jesus”
Persecution News: India, USA, South Sudan, Eritrea, China
Join us February 18-March 19 for 30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening. Sign up below to get the free daily prayer points in your inbox in time for your morning quiet times with God. INDIA: A mob of 150 Hindu nationalists dragged Pastor Bipin Bihari Naik, 35, from a worship service in a houseContinue reading “Persecution News: India, USA, South Sudan, Eritrea, China”
Winds of Revival: Iran, Nigeria, India, Philippines and Across the World
Here at the Prayer Wall, we have been praying for the nations to awaken to Christ. Read today’s exciting report of how He is answering, and join us February 18-March 19 for this year’s 30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening. Pray for these new believers to grow strong in their faith and to reachContinue reading “Winds of Revival: Iran, Nigeria, India, Philippines and Across the World”
50+ Christians Detained, Disappeared in Yemen
In the first two weeks of 2026, Yemeni authorities detained more than 50 Christians who are now missing and likely undergoing intense interrogation, including torture. (January 14, Open Doors UK) Yemeni Christians ask for prayer: Yemen ranks #3 on Open Doors’ World Watchlist of most dangerous countries in the world for Christians to live dueContinue reading “50+ Christians Detained, Disappeared in Yemen”
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”
Nigeria: 177 Christians Abducted During Church Services Sunday
Join us for 30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening February 18-March 19. Updated February 21: Praise God, He has answered our prayers here at the Prayer Wall! Reports have come in that all 177 Christians abducted from two churches in Kaduna State on January 18 have been rescued by security services. No ransom wasContinue reading “Nigeria: 177 Christians Abducted During Church Services Sunday”
What It Comes Down To
Join us for 30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening, February 18-March 19. James 1:12, Revelation 2:10, Philippians 3:7-14 These times are raging into the last days. It’s not about what a great job you have or how comfortable your life is, or even how much freedom your country gives you. It comes down toContinue reading “What It Comes Down To”
Surrender to God 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? Or are you going about your life as if all that evil is happening over there and will never affect you? Are you wondering what will happen in our countryContinue reading “Surrender to God Brings Peace”
Power in Surrender
What has God asked you to do this year that feels beyond your capability? Have you said “Yes” yet? Don’t decide whether or not to obey the Lord based on your perceived abilities or inadequacies. If He calls you to teach, ask Him to teach through you. If He tells you to give sacrificially, trustContinue reading “Power in Surrender”
Nigeria: 73 Killed in Two Weeks
As you read this report, please pray for protection over Christians and others in danger, for healing and comfort for those who are wounded or mourning, and for their persecutors to encounter Christ in powerful ways and be saved: At least 73 people were murdered in the first two weeks of 2026, as persecution againstContinue reading “Nigeria: 73 Killed in Two Weeks”
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”
America Prays Initiative
As the USA approaches the 250th anniversary of its independence this July 4, President Donald Trump has launched a call to prayer for the rededication of the USA as “one nation under God.” “When faith gets weaker, our country seems to get weaker. When faith gets stronger … good things happen for our country. It’sContinue reading “America Prays Initiative”
How Christians in Hard Places Spent Christmas
SUDAN: On Christmas Day, a Sudanese Armed Forces drone attack killed at least 11 Christians and wounded 18 others on their way to church in Julud. (Morning Star News, Jan 2) INDONESIA: Muslims shouting “Allahu Akbar” blocked Christians from attending a Christmas service at Huria Kristen Batak Protestant Church near Jakarta. (MSN, Dec 23) DespiteContinue reading “How Christians in Hard Places Spent Christmas”
Nigeria: 130 Abducted Christians Freed!
Praise God, just before Christmas, 130 children and teachers of the more than 300 taken from St. Mary’s School in Niger state, Nigeria were released! On November 22, terrorists stormed the Catholic primary and secondary school in Papiri, abducting 303 children and 12 teachers. About 50 children escaped shortly after the kidnapping, and security forcesContinue reading “Nigeria: 130 Abducted Christians Freed!”
Miracle in the Fire
On New Year’s Eve, a sudden fire ripped through a bar at a ski resort in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, killing 40 and injuring 116, ages 14-39. Survivor Laetitia Place described a miracle she witnessed that night. Trapped with no way out, a friend of hers sat down, holding a cross in his hand. The flames burnedContinue reading “Miracle in the Fire”
2026 Prayer of Surrender
Join us for 30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening, February 18-March 19. Father God, I give You my life. I give You all of me. All of my relationships. My home. My marriage. My family. My career. My past. My future. My now. My hopes. My dreams. My gifts. My talents. My joys. MyContinue reading “2026 Prayer of Surrender”
Coming Next Month: 30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening
Catastrophic events have heated up the world, making it ripe for revival. Now is the time to pray for a great movement of the Holy Spirit in every heart of every nation. In fact, it’s already begun! Learn what the Lord is doing throughout the Earth, and partner together with Him and believers from more thanContinue reading “Coming Next Month: 30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening”
My Love Never Changes
A word for our hearts from the Lord in this present day and the years to come: 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, thoughtsContinue reading “My Love Never Changes”
Arm Us with Strength
I love to take courage from God’s names. So many times, He has been my Healer, my Mighty Warrior, my Comforter, my Advocate and so much more. What about you? When you look back at how the Lord carried you through 2025, what names of God stand out to you? Let’s ask Him to armContinue reading “Arm Us with Strength”
Looking Back, Up and Forward
As this year ends and the new one begins, take some time with the Lord to Please share in the comments what God lays on your heart as you spend time with Him, so we can encourage one another. For all we know, 2026 may see all the more trying trials, but in Christ thereContinue reading “Looking Back, Up and Forward”
All I Want for Christmas
What will you give Jesus this Christmas? A prayer from my heart to the One this season is for: Thank You, Father, for Your grace, for the free gift of eternal life and for sending Your Son to this Earth to demonstrate Your love for us by dying for our sin and making the wayContinue reading “All I Want for Christmas”
How Truly Do You Love?
God has given us so much through His Son. What will you give for Him? How far are you willing to go to see Christ’s Kingdom come to the ends of the earth? Will you share with your neighbors? With that family from a restricted access country that lives in your city, or even yourContinue reading “How Truly Do You Love?”
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 for the Lonely
Winters are cold in the dark area of the world where the Lord called our family to share the gospel for almost 30 years. Lots of snow and ice. Not many people outside. It can feel quite lonely, especially when you’re the only Christian around and an oppressive government forbids Christmas. No, I’m not talking about the Grinch,Continue reading “Warmth for the Lonely”
Better Not Pout
Sometimes, even when God has given us so much, we get upset because there’s something else we want that we don’t yet have. It may be a valid desire, even one placed there by the Lord because He plans to fulfill it one day. But the pouting is not God’s plan, neither is self-pity, angerContinue reading “Better Not Pout”
The God Who Made a Hijacker Cry
A Samaritan’s Purse plane carrying medical supplies from Juba, South Sudan to a mobile medical unit in the northeast was hijacked last week. Yasir Mohammed Yusuf snuck on board and hid behind the cargo barrier until after takeoff. With gun in hand, he threatened to kill the pilot and another Samaritan’s Purse staff member, demandingContinue reading “The God Who Made a Hijacker Cry”
Nigeria: Christian Abduction, Persecution Update
Two parents have died while awaiting the rescue of their children, held captive with hundreds abducted from St. Mary’s Catholic School in Niger state. Father of three of the victims Anthony Musa suffered a heart attack due to anxiety and hypertension. Details on the woman have not yet been released. An abducted pastor we prayedContinue reading “Nigeria: Christian Abduction, Persecution Update”
666 Die in Asia Storms, 128 in Hong Kong Fire
A cyclone, tropical storm and devastating floods have affected millions in Southeast Asia. At least 303 have died in Sumatra, INDONESIA, with 279 still missing; 34 died in MALAYSIA; 170 in THAILAND; and 159 in SRI LANKA, where 130 are still missing. An apartment block fire in HONG KONG on Wednesday killed 146, with 78Continue reading “666 Die in Asia Storms, 128 in Hong Kong Fire”
Nigeria: 113 Abducted Last Week Now Free!
All 38 Christians we prayed for who were abducted from the prayer meeting in Kwara state are now free, as well as 50 of the 303 schoolchildren taken from St. Mary’s School in Niger state, and all 25 schoolgirls taken from their dorm in Kebbi state. Praise God! Sadly, another armed attack took place inContinue reading “Nigeria: 113 Abducted Last Week Now Free!”
Earthquakes, Bears, Floods, Missing Migrants
BANGLADESH: A 5.5 earthquake Friday in Dhaka and a 3.3 aftershock in Ashulia Saturday killed at least ten and injured more than 450. Lord, in the midst of panic and fear, please step in with Your peace. Comfort those who mourn, heal the wounded and rescue those in trouble. Give the lost a hunger forContinue reading “Earthquakes, Bears, Floods, Missing Migrants”
38 Christians Abducted from Prayer Service
(Updated 9 a.m.) Praise God ALL 38 of the Christians abducted in Eruku are now FREE! As well as 51 of the more than 300 schoolchildren abducted last week (See yesterday’s post). Let’s continue to pray for ALL captives to be freed and terrorism stopped completely in Nigeria. Three Christians died and at least 38Continue reading “38 Christians Abducted from Prayer Service”
Prayers for a Blessed Thanksgiving
As Thanksgiving and Christmas approach, let’s pray God will cover our family times together and fill our homes with His presence, peace, joy and love. Also, please take a moment and ask the Lord if there is someone He wants you to bless during the holidays, perhaps with a special dinner or gift. Do youContinue reading “Prayers for a Blessed Thanksgiving”
Update on Persecuted Christians in Iran
In recent years, high numbers of Muslims have converted to Christianity, a “crime” punishable by death in 98% Muslim Iran, one of the top ten most dangerous countries in the world for those who seek to follow Christ. Pray for courage, comfort, healing and the Spirit’s empowering for these and other persecuted Christians in Iran:Continue reading “Update on Persecuted Christians in Iran”
Encouragement to Stand
Today, I feel the Lord speaking to our hearts from Isaiah 40. “I have a plan through this. I know you can’t see around the other bend, and what you think might be waiting for you there scares you. But trust Me. I know what I’m doing. I know what’s up there ahead. And aroundContinue reading “Encouragement to Stand”
Miracles in an Indian Prison
After an Indian pastor was arrested for sharing Christ despite warnings, the prison warden ordered two guards to torture him. Day after day, they hung him upside down and beat him until they were too tired to continue. Miraculously, the Christian felt no pain. God moved the warden’s heart, and during Holy Week, he actually invitedContinue reading “Miracles in an Indian Prison”
Missionaries Taking Aid to Jamaica Die in Plane Crash
Missionary evangelist Alexander Wurm and his 22-year-old daughter, Serena, died in a plane crash Monday, while taking humanitarian aid to Jamaica after Hurricane Melissa. The small aircraft, a Beech B100, crashed into a waterway in a residential area of Coral Springs, Florida, just after it took off from Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport. Alex was the founderContinue reading “Missionaries Taking Aid to Jamaica Die in Plane Crash”
125,000 Nigerian Christians Martyred
Perhaps 125,000 Christians have been murdered by Boko Haram, Fulani and other Muslim terrorists in Nigeria since 2019. Up to 19,000 churches have been burned and about five million believers have been displaced from their homes. In fact, in 2025 alone, some 7,000 Christians have already been martyred. The numbers differ from various sources, butContinue reading “125,000 Nigerian Christians Martyred”
Hand Me Your Future
A word from the Lord’s heart to those dealing with anxiety: 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 moreContinue reading “Hand Me Your Future”
Let God Be Your Time Manager
Philippians 4:13; Proverbs 3:5-7; Ecclesiastes 3:1 In all things Kingdom Culture, Jesus is our Model. And Jesus only did what His Father was doing. John 5:19. So should we. Burnout happens when you’re doing more than God has asked you to, or you’re doing it in your own power. That’s why it’s so important toContinue reading “Let God Be Your Time Manager”
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. If you haven’t subscribed to the Prayer Wall yet, enter your email address below, so you can receive each daily prayer guide in time for your morning quiet times with God: Lord, we ask You for Christians all throughoutContinue reading “International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church”
Yemen: #3 Most Dangerous Nation for Christians 2025
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’ World Watchlist of most dangerous countries in the world for Christians to live. Open Doors writes, “The country is now divided intoContinue reading “Yemen: #3 Most Dangerous Nation for Christians 2025”
Libya: #4 Most Dangerous Nation for Christians 2025
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 #4 on Open Doors’ World Watchlist of most dangerous countries in the world for Christians to live. This year, nine Libyan Christian men, oneContinue reading “Libya: #4 Most Dangerous Nation for Christians 2025”
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