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”
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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”
Maundy Thursday – Broken for Our Sin
Today, on Maundy Thursday, we think on the Last Supper, the prophetic bread broken that night to symbolize how the Bread of Life would soon be broken. By this time, Judas had already chosen to betray His Master and Friend. The others would soon fall asleep, and then desert Him. And Peter, who promised neverContinue reading “Maundy Thursday – Broken for Our Sin”
Passover Begins
Today at sundown, Passover begins. In Israel and throughout the world, Jewish families will gather for a special Seder feast to commemorate their nation’s miraculous Exodus from Egypt. (Exodus 6-15) As they break unleavened bread, drink wine and speak of salvation, let’s pray they will know the Bread of Life, the perfect Lamb of GodContinue reading “Passover Begins”
Passover Prayers for the Persecuted
As we near Passover this Holy Week, remembering our King’s triumphal entry, and then how He was tortured and killed by those He came to save, let’s remember our sisters and brothers throughout the world who are facing persecution and death for their faith in Christ…. Persecution this Holy Week: NIGERIA: Armed Muslim terrorists open-firedContinue reading “Passover Prayers for the Persecuted”
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”
Prayer for Worldwide Revival
As Holy Week approaches and we remember Jesus’ death and resurrection, let’s pray now for every heart to awaken to Christ’s love. Father God, throughout our nation and the world, so many have yet to hear the good news that You loved us so much You gave Your only Son to die on the crossContinue reading “Prayer for Worldwide Revival”
Nigeria: 190 Christians Martyred
As we remember Christ’s death on the cross for our sins this Good Friday, let’s pray for the families of the more than 190 Christians in Nigeria martyred in recent days for their faith in Him. On Monday morning this Holy Week, Muslim Fulani herdsmen murdered 54 Christians in Zikke Village, Plateau State, just daysContinue reading “Nigeria: 190 Christians Martyred”
Holy Week Around the World
This week, we remember Christ’s triumphant entry into Jerusalem (Palm Sunday), His last supper with His disciples the night He was betrayed (Maundy Thursday tomorrow), His death on the cross for our sins (Friday) and His resurrection three days later (Resurrection Sunday). As you watch the videos of this year’s Palm Sunday in dark placesContinue reading “Holy Week Around the World”
A Dangerous Palm Sunday for Christians in Gaza
Holy Week began with a pre-dawn air strike Sunday on the only Christian-run hospital in Gaza. After a 20-minute advance warning, employees, patients and others evacuated Al-Ahli Baptist Hospital just in time, with only one child dying of a former head injury. The adjacent Church of St. Phillip also suffered damage in the IDF attack.Continue reading “A Dangerous Palm Sunday for Christians in Gaza”
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