Lord, so many think themselves wise but are consumed with the one purpose of slandering and promoting lies. James 3:13-18 says: “Who is wise and understanding among you? Let them show it by their good life, by deeds done in the humility that comes from wisdom. But if you harbor bitter envy (fierce desire toContinue reading “Point Us to Truth, Lord”
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Today’s Prayers for Ukraine
As Russia celebrates its annual Victory Day today (defeating Nazi Germany during World War II), let’s continue to pray for those in danger and on the frontlines of the current war in Ukraine: For an awakening to Christ in the heart of every Ukrainian and Russian; for the lost to hunger for Him so deeply,Continue reading “Today’s Prayers for Ukraine”
Praying into the Heart of Russia
In the midst of all the world is facing, God’s been calling me to report briefly on the news, but deeply on His heart. Wars, devastation, atrocities — none of this is new. We live in a fallen world where sin has made a terrible mark. We as Christ’s body must rise up from outContinue reading “Praying into the Heart of Russia”
Prayers for Those Grieving in Pakistan
As we continue praying for Ukraine, let’s also spread our hearts out toward grieving families in Peshawar, Pakistan, near the border of Afghanistan, where a bomb during Friday prayers killed 63 people and wounded almost 200 at a Shiite mosque. Father God, in 1 John 4:8 Your Word says, “Whoever does not love does not know God, because God is love.”Continue reading “Prayers for Those Grieving in Pakistan”
Prayers for Ukraine and the World
Don’t grow weary in prayer. We have a Friend in the highest of places and He is still very much in charge. Lord, please direct rescuers to those who are trapped or in danger, and protect them as they get people to safety. Heal the wounded, rescue those who are dying, be a Shield aroundContinue reading “Prayers for Ukraine and the World”
Oppressive Regimes
As we continue praying through Isaiah 51, let’s pray for righteousness, justice, salvation and hope (verse 5) to come swiftly to those who suffer throughout the world under oppressive governments, especially the top 10 most dangerous countries to follow Christ: Afghanistan North Korea Somalia Libya Yemen Eritrea Nigeria Pakistan Iran India Lord, may Your righteousnessContinue reading “Oppressive Regimes”
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”
Hungry Hearts
Last month, Islamic State militants clashed with Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces over a prison in northeast Syria holding more than 3,000 suspected IS militants. Now today, US special forces raided a village in northwest Syria in a counter-terrorism mission. Syria is #15 on Open Doors’ World Watchlist of most dangerous countries for Christians. The ChristianContinue reading “Hungry Hearts”
May Faith Arise
So many have lost hope. But God is still Good. He is still the answer we’re looking for.Only He can save us from the messes we’re in. Only He can make something beautiful of it all. Let’s pray Isaiah 51:6 for our loved ones, our leaders and our nation, Lord, we ask You, please, toContinue reading “May Faith Arise”
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 and grace. BeContinue reading “Human Trafficking – Isaiah 51:9-23”
