Hamas terrorists returned to Israel the murdered bodies of four hostages—Shlomo Mansour, 86, Ohad Yahalomi, 50, Tsachi Idan, 50, and Itzik Elgarat, 69. In return, Israel released 643 prisoners and detainees. Both Gaza and Israel are more than 97% unreached, which means the perhaps 60,000 or so who have died in that war likely neverContinue reading “A Lost and Dying World”
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30 Days 2025 Is Almost Here!
Day after tomorrow, we will begin our journey through 30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening March 1-30, here at the Prayer Wall. Come join us, as we pray for every nation and every heart to experience Christ! Sign up now to get the daily prayer points delivered to your inbox in time for yourContinue reading “30 Days 2025 Is Almost Here!”
Pray They Will Hear
In just a few days, we begin our 30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening, March 1-30, here at the Prayer Wall — a special time for Christians all over the world to pray together for every heart in every nation to awaken to God’s love. Did you know that 3.37 billion people still haveContinue reading “Pray They Will Hear”
To Fast or Not to Fast?
Our 30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening here at the Prayer Wall starts this Saturday! March 1-30, we will journey for a month through every nation of the world, praying for unreached peoples, persecuted Christians, their persecutors, and for every heart to awaken to Christ’s love, including our own. To get the daily postsContinue reading “To Fast or Not to Fast?”
Six Hostages Freed Alive
Join us during Ramadan, March 1-30, for 30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening, as we pray for Muslim terrorists, those they persecute, and all nations and peoples to awaken to Christ’s love. Sign your email address below to get the daily prayer posts delivered to your inbox in time for your morning quiet timesContinue reading “Six Hostages Freed Alive”
Dinner and a Prayer
Fun Ways to Involve Your Family in the Upcoming 30 Days of Prayer March 1-30 we will embark on a journey here at the Prayer Wall praying through every nation for every heart to awaken to God’s love. The dates are especially significant because they coincide with Islamic Ramadan, when faithful Muslims will fast throughoutContinue reading “Dinner and a Prayer”
American, Russian, Argentine Hostages Released
In the sixth hostage exchange of the January 16 ceasefire set to expire March 1, three men kidnapped from Kibbutz Nir Oz nearly 500 days ago were at last freed yesterday from Khan Younis, near the house where Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar was killed last year. American-Israeli Sagui Dekel-Chen, 36, is the grandson of HolocaustContinue reading “American, Russian, Argentine Hostages Released”
Explosion, Cyclone, Scam, Car Ram
Join us for 30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening, March 1-30, 2025. Let’s pray for families who are mourning and enduring much hardship, that they will encounter Christ in powerful ways and be saved: MYANMAR: An ethnic armed group in Karen State handed THAILAND more than 260 people from 20 nationalities working as scammers through telecomContinue reading “Explosion, Cyclone, Scam, Car Ram”
Prayers for Guatemala, China, Israel
GUATEMALA: An overloaded bus plunged off a bridge into a polluted ravine in Guatemala City Monday, killing at least 54 and trapping survivors beneath the wastewater. CHINA: At least one has died and 28 people are missing due to a landslide in Jinping village, Sichuan province, Saturday. Only two were rescued. GREECE: After 10,000 earthquakesContinue reading “Prayers for Guatemala, China, Israel”
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”
Where Knowing Christ is Dangerous
Join us for 30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening, March 1-30. Come join our army as we pray for these closed nations, for persecuted Christians, for their persecutors and for seekers who don’t know how to find Christ. Enter your email below to receive the daily posts in time for your morning quiet timesContinue reading “Where Knowing Christ is Dangerous”
India Crush
About 80% of India’s 1.4 billion people are Hindu, a religion with countless rituals to appease some 330 million gods. With such a vast number of devotees, deadly stampedes are commonplace during Hindu festivals. Last Wednesday, at least 30 devotees, but possibly thousands died or were injured in a crowd crush, as some of theContinue reading “India Crush”
Three Plane Crashes in Three Days, One Survivor
A passenger plane carrying 64 people collided with a U.S. Army Blackhawk helicopter carrying three Wednesday night. Both plunged into the Potomac River near Washington, D.C., leaving no survivors. Among those who died were young figure skaters who attended a national development camp in Wichita, Kansas, following the U.S. Figure Skating Championships. Also on Wednesday,Continue reading “Three Plane Crashes in Three Days, One Survivor”
Catholics Attacked as Rebels Take Goma
Join us for 30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening, March 1-30. Order the war room prayer book for screen-free quiet times, or join the Prayer Wall by entering your email below, and receive the daily posts in your inbox each morning. Explosives struck a Catholic hospital’s maternity ward Monday, as well as a house sheltering priests, as M23 rebelsContinue reading “Catholics Attacked as Rebels Take Goma”
Ceasefire, Hostage Update
Join us for 30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening, March 1-30. Order the war room prayer book for screen-free quiet times, or join the Prayer Wall by entering your email below, and receive the daily posts in your inbox each morning. (Updated January 29) Tens of thousands of internally displaced Palestinians have returned to their demolished homes in northern GAZA,Continue reading “Ceasefire, Hostage Update”
A Day in the Life and Death of the World
This happened Tuesday: USA: At least 10 people died in winter storms that swept through Gulf Coast states and then northeast into the Carolinas, dumping unusual amounts of ice and snow (including nine inches in parts of Louisiana). ISRAEL: A MOROCCO terrorist stabbed four people in Tel Aviv before he was shot and killed. ThreeContinue reading “A Day in the Life and Death of the World”
Christians in China Imprisoned for Their Faith
Order the full-color prayer book 30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening, Vol 2, for screen-free praying, or get the daily posts delivered to your inbox in time for your morning quiet times with God by entering your email below: Today, let’s pray by name for these listed by Church in Chains and all believersContinue reading “Christians in China Imprisoned for Their Faith”
Hostage, Rescues, Battles and Fires Headlines for Prayer
ISRAEL-GAZA: Early Sunday morning, before the ceasefire went into effect, Israeli security forces recovered the body of Staff Sergeant Oron Shaul, held captive by Hamas since 2014. Lord, thank You that Oron’s family can at last have closure. Please give them a longing for their Messiah who is the Resurrection and the Life, bring YourContinue reading “Hostage, Rescues, Battles and Fires Headlines for Prayer”
Worldwide Persecution Trends
Join us for 30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening, March 1-30. Order the war room prayer book for screen-free quiet times, or join the Prayer Wall by entering your email below, and receive the daily posts in your inbox each morning. Open Doors’ World Watchlist reports 4,476 Christian martyrs, 3,100 of whom died inContinue reading “Worldwide Persecution Trends”
20 Years Imprisoned for Their Faith: Eritrea
Join us for 30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening March 1-30. Subscribe to the Prayer Wall (below) to get the daily posts delivered to your inbox. An estimated 400-1000 Christians face torture and death in Eritrea’s prisons today because of their faith. Let’s pray by name for these listed by Church in Chains who have beenContinue reading “20 Years Imprisoned for Their Faith: Eritrea”
May Your Kingdom Come
This past year has been one of persecution, wars, displaced families, as well as record-breaking heat, fires, floods, volcanic eruptions, earthquakes…. We can all add to that list our own trials. But have they changed you? Have you allowed the difficulties you have faced to deepen your faith, strengthen your resolve and break free fromContinue reading “May Your Kingdom Come”
33 Martyrs on Christmas Day in Nigeria
Join us as we pray for persecuted Christians and the salvation of their persecutors during 30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening March 1-30 here at the Prayer Wall. On December 25, Fulani herdsmen attacked five Christian villages in Kwande County, Benue State, Nigeria, killing a total of 33 believers. The previous Christmas, 160 ChristiansContinue reading “33 Martyrs on Christmas Day in Nigeria”
L.A., India, Japan, China Headline Prayers
USA: At least 25 have now died and dozens are missing in the Los Angeles County fires that have burned around 38,630 miles, or roughly 60 square miles. Around 12,000 homes or other buildings have been destroyed and more than 100,000 people are displaced. About 18,500 people are still without power. Yet more strong winds areContinue reading “L.A., India, Japan, China Headline Prayers”
Coming in March: 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. Invite your church, life group, or even just your family and come join us March 1-30, here at the Prayer Wall, for our ourContinue reading “Coming in March: 30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening”
Fires Rage in Los Angeles
At least five people have died and more than 2,000 homes/buildings have been destroyed due to raging wildfires in Los Angeles County, California. About 100,000 people have been ordered to evacuate and some 17 million are in danger of smoke and dust inhalation. As of yesterday afternoon, the fires were 0% contained and had burnedContinue reading “Fires Rage in Los Angeles”
How the World Spent Christmas
Thousands of people died this Christmas without knowing the Savior of the world. Today we pray for grieving families who also do not know Him. As you make New Year’s resolutions, will you consider joining the Prayer Wall and praying daily together with us to push back the enemy’s purposes and pray forth God’s inContinue reading “How the World Spent Christmas”
More than War: Ceasefire in Lebanon and Other Headlines
Praise God, Israel and Hezbollah agreed to a ceasefire yesterday. Israel must withdraw all its forces from southern Lebanon within 60 days, and Hezbollah fighters must retreat 40 km (25 miles) from the border with Israel. Thank You, Lord, for this ceasefire and for the lives that will be saved because of it. We askContinue reading “More than War: Ceasefire in Lebanon and Other Headlines”
Thanksgiving & Religious Freedom
“Bow your head. Close your eyes.” Then comes the prayer, right? In my family, if my missionary Daddy prayed before a meal, it might be cold by the time we got to it. His heartfelt prayers, often with tears, covered the lost without Christ, missionaries throughout the world, persecuted Christians, those going through hard times,Continue reading “Thanksgiving & Religious Freedom”
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”
Pastor Shares Christ within the IDF
“We’re fighting against terror, and we’re fighting spiritual warfare as well,” said Israeli Christian Sasson Pochtar, a soldier in the war against Hamas. Israeli Defense Forces deployed Sasson to fight in Gaza on October 7, 2023, the same day Islamic extremists invaded Israel, massacred more than 1,200 of Sasson’s countrymen and took 251 hostages toContinue reading “Pastor Shares Christ within the IDF”
Prayers for Family Gatherings
Are you anxious about seeing certain family members during the holidays or encountering strained situations? Here are some helpful prayers: Lord, please fill that whole room and house with Your presence and Your angels, and send the enemy out. Build a shield of protection around our time together and block any plans the enemy hasContinue reading “Prayers for Family Gatherings”
Ukraine-Russia Marks 1,000 Days, Yet More Violence in China and Haiti
UKRAINE-RUSSIA: Russia may send 100,000 North Korean troops into battle, now that 1,000 days has passed since Russia invaded Ukraine. Yesterday, Ukraine used US missiles to strike targets in Russia. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy wrote on X, “Ukraine deserves to make the next year the year of peace.” CHINA: A car drove into a crowd outsideContinue reading “Ukraine-Russia Marks 1,000 Days, Yet More Violence in China and Haiti”
Typhoon #6 Hits Philippines, More Violence in China
PHILIPPINES: Super Typhoon Man-Yi hit Catanduanes Sunday as the sixth powerful storm in less than a month, with high winds and tidal surges that pushed more than 750,000 people into evacuation shelters. This rare series of storms has killed at least 160 and affected more than 9 million people. CHINA: A student who failed hisContinue reading “Typhoon #6 Hits Philippines, More Violence in China”
Prayer for Sons and Parents
Father God, please lay Your hand on our sons, guiding them constantly into Your purposes. Pursue them with Your love. Bring to them disciplers, mentors, teachers and friends who will challenge them to walk as one with You and model what that looks like. Guard their eyes, ears, heart, mind and body from evil, andContinue reading “Prayer for Sons and Parents”
Headline Prayers for the World Today
Baloch rebels have claimed responsibility for a suicide bombing at a railway station in Quetta, PAKISTAN, which killed at least 25 people and injured 53 Saturday. RUSSIA and NORTH KOREA have agreed to mutual military assistance. Over the past two days, GPS interference by North Korea affected flights and other vessels in SOUTH KOREA. SomeContinue reading “Headline Prayers for the World Today”
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”
Election Day
Elections are today for President, Senate, House of Representatives , Governor and other ballot measures. Let’s pray for the USA and for our nation’s voters. A Prayer for our Nation, Leaders, Elections God Almighty, You know the plans You have for us, plans to prosper us, not to harm us, plans to give us a hopeContinue reading “Election Day”
Faith and Freedom for Youth
Lord, please set our children free from fear and demonic oppression. Whenever the enemy gives them a nightmare, invade that dream in visible, powerful ways and rescue them. Whenever they begin to lean on something or someone other than You, call them back. Remind them of the love, peace and joy only found in You,Continue reading “Faith and Freedom for Youth”
North Korea: #1 Most Dangerous Nation for Christians
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, trash balloons, soldiers joining Russia in the war against Ukraine, and meetings with world leaders of other oppressive governments. This past Thursday’s intercontinentalContinue reading “North Korea: #1 Most Dangerous Nation for Christians”
Eritrea: #4 Most Dangerous Nation for Christians
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’ World Watchlist of most dangerous countries in the world for Christians to live. AContinue reading “Eritrea: #4 Most Dangerous Nation for Christians”
Yemen: #5 Most Dangerous Nation for Christians
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 #5 on Open Doors’ World Watchlist of most dangerous countries in the world for Christians to live. These days,Continue reading “Yemen: #5 Most Dangerous Nation for Christians”
Nigeria: #6 Most Dangerous Nation for Christians
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 in Nigeria, ranked #6 on Open Doors’ World Watchlist of most dangerous countries in the world for Christians to live. Just these past two months,Continue reading “Nigeria: #6 Most Dangerous Nation for Christians”
Where Freedom Does Not Reign
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, arrests and even death. As we prepare for next Sunday’s International Day of Prayer forContinue reading “Where Freedom Does Not Reign”
Healing, Rebuilding and Awakening in Our Nation
We ask You, Lord, for Your will to be done in the 2024 election. Give wisdom to every voter and guide the results the way You desire. Expose and block any plan for fraud or other evil intent before it happens. We pray for each person running for office, that the You will lift theContinue reading “Healing, Rebuilding and Awakening in Our Nation”
China-North Korea: Partnership to Persecute
Join us Sunday, November 3, for the International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church. China and North Korea have joined forces to persecute Christians, experts said at a recent U.S. hearing. Since last year, China has forcibly returned hundreds of North Koreans to a Communist regime that believes religion, especially Christianity, is the greatestContinue reading “China-North Korea: Partnership to Persecute”
Gaza: Hamas’ Top Leader Yahya Sinwar Is Dead
Join us Sunday, November 3, for the International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church. Just over a year after Hamas’ invasion of Israel, when Muslim terrorists slaughtered 1,200 people, abducted 251, and started a war that has killed more than 41,500 people in Gaza, one of the main architects of that devastating October 7Continue reading “Gaza: Hamas’ Top Leader Yahya Sinwar Is Dead”
Fires and Wars
Join us daily at PrayerWall.pw as we pray through the headlines for every heart to awaken to Christ’s love and salvation: SUDAN: Army air strikes killed at least 23 and injured more than 40 in a market place and residential area of Khartoum. The 18-month war with Rapid Support Forces has cost perhaps 150,000 lives.Continue reading “Fires and Wars”
For the Prodigals
Pray for those who were raised in the church, but then turned their back on God to run after the things of this world.
Christians Released from Prison in Iran
Join us Sunday, November 3, for the International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church. Praise God, two Christians imprisoned for their faith have now been released! Pastor Anooshavan Avedian was arrested in 2020 for sharing the gospel and later sentenced to ten years in prison. But on September 24, an appeals court acquitted himContinue reading “Christians Released from Prison in Iran”
The Headlines Are Flooded
As Florida braces for Hurricane Milton, expected to make landfall tomorrow, let’s pray for the thousands who have lost much after flooding across the world the past few days: THAILAND: Floods have spread over 23 provinces, including the northern city of Chiangmai. At least three have died, and over 50 since August. BOSNIA and HERZEGOVINA:Continue reading “The Headlines Are Flooded”
Taiwan, Congo, Mexico, Lebanon Headlines
Let’s pray for families who are mourning and enduring much hardship, that they will encounter Christ in powerful ways and be saved: TAIWAN: Typhoon Krathon has killed two, injured nearly 500, and forced thousands to evacuate. Nearly 165,000 households have no electricity, and nearly 405,000 no water. About 2,000 harbor in temporary shelters. CONGO: AtContinue reading “Taiwan, Congo, Mexico, Lebanon Headlines”
A Better Day Today
What if your tomorrow could be a much better day than your today? What could you do to open the way for that to happen? One key the Lord has given me for that is to begin every day with Him. Before I ever open my eyes, before I get out of bed, before IContinue reading “A Better Day Today”
Drought in Brazil, Floods in Morocco, Chad, Yemen
Heavy rain in the normally dry mountains and deserts of MOROCCO and ALGERIA caused the deaths of more than 20 people over the weekend, including visitors from CANADA and PERU. The storms hit some of the same areas affected by last year’s earthquake. More than 340 have died in CHAD over the past few weeksContinue reading “Drought in Brazil, Floods in Morocco, Chad, Yemen”
Typhoon, Fires Cause Hundreds of Deaths
SOUTHEAST ASIA: Nearly 300 have died or are missing in VIETNAM, due to winds and flooding from Typhoon Yagi, which killed at least 20 in the PHILIPPINES and four in southern CHINA. Now, at least two have died in THAILAND, and hundreds are stranded. MYANMAR and LAOS have also been affected. KENYA: At least 21Continue reading “Typhoon, Fires Cause Hundreds of Deaths”
Six Hostages Murdered by Hamas
Israeli forces found the bodies of six hostages in a tunnel under Rafah Saturday. It appears Hamas murdered them shortly before the IDF arrived. Carmel Gat, 40, an occupational therapist from Tel Aviv, was abducted from her home in Kibbutz Be’eri, were she had visited her parents, both of whom died in the October 7Continue reading “Six Hostages Murdered by Hamas”
The Baloch of Balochistan, Pakistan
The Baloch number nearly 7 million in Pakistan, divided into about 53 different tribes speaking several languages. They are Sunni Muslims, about 5 million of whom live in the large, highly mountainous and sparsely populated province of Balochistan. They claim to descend from the prophet Muhammad’s uncle, Ameer Hamza, and are nearly 100% unreached withContinue reading “The Baloch of Balochistan, Pakistan”
Terrorism in Nigeria Causes 70 Churches to Close
Terrorist attacks, especially the brutal Christmas attacks, have forced the Church of Christ in Nations denomination to close 70 churches in central Nigeria’s Plateau state. (July 8, CDI-MSN) “All our worship church buildings in these communities were burned down by the terrorists,” Rev. Amos Mohzo, president of COCIN, said. “Internally Displaced Christians from these communitiesContinue reading “Terrorism in Nigeria Causes 70 Churches to Close”
Kidnapped, Released in Nigeria
Ada Anioma, Christian wife of the attorney general of Nigeria’s Delta state, Peter Mrakpor, was abducted from a Bible study in Asaba July 30. Gunmen killed her driver and a policeman in the attack. (August 1, Christian Daily International-Morning Star News) Father God, please comfort the families of Ada’s driver and the policeman. Be aContinue reading “Kidnapped, Released in Nigeria”
Six Hostages Found in Gaza Tunnel
Israeli forces recovered the bodies of hostages Avraham Munder (m, 78), Yagev Buchshtab (m, 34), Alexander Dancyg (m, 75), Yoram Metzger (m, 80), Chaim Peri (m, 79) and British-Israeli Nadav Popplewell (m, 51) from a tunnel in Khan Younis Monday. They were captured from Kibbutz Nir Oz and Kibbutz Nirim during the October 7 HamasContinue reading “Six Hostages Found in Gaza Tunnel”
Awakening to Jesus
What was your first thought when you woke up this morning? Any of these ring a bell? If we can get in the habit of making Jesus our first thought, before we open our eyes, before we get out of bed, before we think or do anything else — if we can hand Him ourContinue reading “Awakening to Jesus”
Prayers for Medical Workers in India, Ernesto Survivors, Gaza-Israel Deal
After Wednesday’s beautiful report of God answering our prayers for Haiti, let’s pray all the more boldly for the lost throughout the world in need of a Savior: INDIA: Mobs of activists and doctors have taken to the streets in cities across the country to demand justice for a doctor trainee raped and killed inContinue reading “Prayers for Medical Workers in India, Ernesto Survivors, Gaza-Israel Deal”
90 New Martyrs in Nigeria
At least 50 Christians died in a brutal attack on Ayati village, August 8, by Fulani herdsmen and a criminal gang. The predominantly Christian village in Ukum County, Benue state, Nigeria, was also attacked by Fulanis a month earlier, martyring 11 Christians there and in Borikyo village. (August 9, Christian Daily International-Morning Star News) ResidentsContinue reading “90 New Martyrs in Nigeria”
A Heart for Russia
After yesterday’s beautiful report of God answering our prayers for Haiti, let’s pray all the more boldly for the lost in need of a Savior. Today’s focus is Russia. Pray these prisoners now released won’t just go back to life as it was, but will hunger and thirst for true meaning in life and findContinue reading “A Heart for Russia”
Hungry Hearts in Haiti
God is at work through your prayers for Haiti! Last month, here at the Prayer Wall, we prayed for survivors of a boat explosion to hunger for Jesus and hear the plan of salvation. The vessel carried an estimated 80 migrants headed to Turks and Caicos to escape gang violence that has overrun the tinyContinue reading “Hungry Hearts in Haiti”
Greece, Brazil, Sudan, USA, Israel-Gaza Headlines for Prayer
GREECE: Thousands were forced to flee their homes near Athens this week due to wildfires. BRAZIL: A plane crash outside São Paolo killed all 61 passengers Friday. SUDAN: Last week, around 11,500 homes collapsed in floods that killed 17 and injured 170 in the north. USA: Pray for families in Alaska affected by floods fromContinue reading “Greece, Brazil, Sudan, USA, Israel-Gaza Headlines for Prayer”
Storms, Floods in US, North Korea, Sudan, India
Six people have died in Florida and Georgia as former hurricane Debby, now a tropical storm, makes its way up the southeastern US coast. On Monday, tornadoes hit South Carolina. More tornadoes and flooding are expected as the storm continues its path north. Heavy rainfall and flooding also hit NORTH KOREA last week, causing anContinue reading “Storms, Floods in US, North Korea, Sudan, India”
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. Surround them with Your angels and Your protection. Invade their darkness with Your light. Speak to them. Tell them who You created them to be. Envelop them in Your love so completely, whatever the enemy does against themContinue reading “Pray for Victims of Human Trafficking”
Pray for Athletes from Oppressive Regimes #2
As athletes gather from throughout the world to compete in the Olympic games these two weeks, let’s pray for those from nations that have been closed off to the gospel of Christ and for their families and others who will be watching on TV. A few days ago, we prayed for the top 10 mostContinue reading “Pray for Athletes from Oppressive Regimes #2”
Pray for Athletes from Oppressive Regimes
As athletes gather from throughout the world to compete in the Olympic games these next two weeks, let’s pray for those from nations that have been closed off to the gospel of Christ and for their families and others who will be watching on TV: In this list below of the top ten most dangerousContinue reading “Pray for Athletes from Oppressive Regimes”
Summer Olympics
Teams of Christians from all over the world arrived in Paris early and have already shared the good news with hundreds of lost people there for the Olympics. Reports are coming in of dozens turning to Christ daily. As Olympic celebrations begin today, let’s pray the good news will run fast, spreading from person toContinue reading “Summer Olympics”
Hurricane, Heatwave, Landslide, Missiles
USA: Hurricane Beryl left about two million without power in Texas during dangerously high temperatures, and killed one in Louisiana and six in Texas, adding to the death toll of at least 11 in the Caribbean. US states in its northeasterly pathway now face heavy rain and flooding. Meanwhile, heatwaves have caused at least fourContinue reading “Hurricane, Heatwave, Landslide, Missiles”
Walking Toward Oneness
When we go through trials, it’s easy to look around and think, “Why doesn’t she have this problem? Am I the only one going through this?” or “Why does God heal him but not me?” or “Why is my marriage in pieces, and that other couple is so blessed?” The truth is we all haveContinue reading “Walking Toward Oneness”
More Than 1,000 Die in Hajj Heatwave
More than 1,000 Muslims from around the world have died over the past few days in Saudi Arabia, as temperatures soared to 51.8C (125.24F) during the annual Islamic pilgrimage of hajj. Among the dead are more than 600 Egyptians, almost 100 Indians, 60 Jordanians, at least 11 Americans, five Iranians, and an unknown number ofContinue reading “More Than 1,000 Die in Hajj Heatwave”
China Floods, Heatwave, Persecution
After last month’s expressway collapse that killed 50 people in Guangdong, and violent rain and hailstorms that killed seven in Jiangxi province earlier this year, China now faces two extreme conditions in the north and south. Heavy rain, flooding and landslides in the south displaced some 36,000 people in Fujian and killed at least oneContinue reading “China Floods, Heatwave, Persecution”
Where Tensions Rise
NORTH KOREA: North Korea has sent yet more trash-laden balloons into South Korea, which has retaliated with anti-Pyongyang propaganda broadcasts blasted on loudspeakers. Lord, please give every heart in North Korea a deep hunger for truth and freedom, and open the way for them to hear the good news about Christ and be saved. BeContinue reading “Where Tensions Rise”
Prayer for Muslim Pilgrims
More than 1.8 million Muslims from throughout the world have converged upon Mecca, Saudi Arabia, June 14-19, for Hajj. Hundreds have died from extreme heat. Hajj is a mandatory pilgrimage to the “House of Allah” which must be carried out at least once in a lifetime, if they are physically and financially able, for theContinue reading “Prayer for Muslim Pilgrims”
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”
Family Unity for Ministers
Ministry can take its toll on kids, especially if parents are so involved in their work they don’t take vacations or spend daily and weekly quality time as a family. These past few of years, I have counseled so many missionary families whose children have walked away from the Lord or made other devastating decisions.Continue reading “Family Unity for Ministers”
Muslim Mob Kills Christian in Pakistan
Christian businessman Nazeer Masih Gill died June 3 from injuries sustained when mosque loudspeakers incited a mob of about 2,000 Muslims to assault his family and burn down his shoe factory and home in Sargodha, Punjab Province, Pakistan, on May 25. Armed with gasoline bombs, bricks, stones and sticks, the angry crowd attacked the homeContinue reading “Muslim Mob Kills Christian in Pakistan”
For Fathers
As Fathers Day approaches this coming Sunday, here’s some encouragement from the heart of our Perfect Father: My son, I know your heart. You have longed to be the perfect father, to not make the same mistakes your own father did, to raise your children up to love Me, to empower them to be allContinue reading “For Fathers”
Every Tongue
Pray for those who are cut off from the Gospel because there is no Bible or Christian witness in their heart language.
Four More Hostages Confirmed Dead
Israel Defense Forces announced Monday the deaths of four more hostages whose bodies are still held by Hamas: Chaim Peri, Amiram Cooper, Yoram Metzger, and Nadav Popplewell. An investigation is underway, but it appears they were killed together in Hamas custody in Khan Younis several months ago during an Israeli operation in the area. Chaim, Amiram and Yoram were allContinue reading “Four More Hostages Confirmed Dead”
Beauty for Trashes: Korea’s Balloon Battle
On Saturday, North Korea sent another 720 rubbish-laden balloons across the border to South Korea, bringing the grand total to about 3,500 balloons dumping 15 tons of refuse. Why all the mess? News reports tell of NK defectors and activists sending anti-Communist and K-pop propaganda by balloon to North Korea for years now and howContinue reading “Beauty for Trashes: Korea’s Balloon Battle”
Myanmar: 45,000 More Rohingya Flee
An estimated 45,000 of Myanmar’s Rohingya have fled Rakhine State since mid-May in clashes between the nation’s ruling junta and the rebel Arakan Army (AA). As the AA now presses into Maungdaw, bordering Bangladesh, yet more Rohingya are expected to be displaced. As a Muslim minority in a Buddhist-majority nation, the Rohingya have faced decadesContinue reading “Myanmar: 45,000 More Rohingya Flee”
Pray for Men in Ministry
It’s easy to get so busy with even good causes that we forget the eternal thing that matters most: LOVE. So many Christian marriages, families, teams, companies and organizations have fallen apart because leaders are more concerned with rules, control, image or accomplishment than with truly caring about those they lead and serve. How muchContinue reading “Pray for Men in Ministry”
Missionaries Killed in Haiti
Gangs shot and killed three missionaries in Haiti Thursday night just as Haitians began to hope the reign of terror could soon come to an end. Jude Montis, 45, served with Missions in Haiti for two decades. The Haitian pastor and mission director leaves behind his wife Eunide and two children, ages 2 and 6.Continue reading “Missionaries Killed in Haiti”
Three More Hostages Found, Plus One
Thursday night, Israeli forces found in Jabaliya, northern Gaza the bodies of an additional three hostages: Orión Hernandez Radoux (m, 30), Hanan Yablonka (m, 42), and Michel Nissenbaum (m, 59). Until recently, no information had surfaced and these three were still believed alive. In addition, we have updated our May 20 post to include RonContinue reading “Three More Hostages Found, Plus One”
Iran, Niger, Ukraine, New Caledonia: Praying Peace Amid Unrest
IRAN: President Ebrahim Raisi, Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian and other high-ranking officials died in a helicopter crash Sunday. By law, Iran must hold elections for a new president within the next 50 days. Lord, we ask You to please lay Your hand on Iran in this vulnerable time. Awaken every heart to Your truth andContinue reading “Iran, Niger, Ukraine, New Caledonia: Praying Peace Amid Unrest”
Bodies of Four Hostages Found in Gaza Tunnel
(Updated May 24) Israeli forces recovered the bodies of hostages Ron Benjamin (m, 52), Shani Louk (f, 22), Amit Buskila (f, 28) and Itzhak Gelerenter (m, 53) from a tunnel under the carpet of a Palestinian family’s home in Jabaliya refugee camp in northern Gaza Thursday night. All four escaped the Supernova rave near Re’im,Continue reading “Bodies of Four Hostages Found in Gaza Tunnel”
International Day for the Unreached
Did you know that 1/3 of the world has been denied access to the Good News? That’s right. About 3 billion people are cut off from hearing Jesus’ name. Most of these live in nations closed off to the Gospel message because of oppressive governments and/or religions. Missionaries are forbidden, Christians are persecuted, and seekersContinue reading “International Day for the Unreached”
Deadly Floods in Afghanistan, and the Persecuted Hazara
Flash floods and mudslides killed more than 300 people and destroyed thousands of houses, mostly in Baghlan, northern Afghanistan last weekend. Let’s pray those in need will find Jesus. Afghanistan is 99.8% Muslim with 68 distinct people groups cut off from the gospel message. Today, we will pray for one of those. The Shi’ite MuslimContinue reading “Deadly Floods in Afghanistan, and the Persecuted Hazara”
A Prayer for Mothers
Mothers reading this, I hope this post at our Kingdom Culture Parenting website will be of encouragement to you: A Mother’s Secret Place Happy Mothers Day! Father God, please wrap Your arms around mothers throughout the world today and let them feel Your love. For mothers who don’t know You yet as Savior, please draw themContinue reading “A Prayer for Mothers”
Gaza Aid, Brazil Floods, Sudan War
GAZA: Authorities say nearly 35,000 Gazans have died since the war began on October 7, and around 300,000 have recently fled Rafah ahead of an Israeli offensive. In an effort to allay famine in the war-torn nation, the US built a floating pier and causeway for distribution of aid. The first shipment is on theContinue reading “Gaza Aid, Brazil Floods, Sudan War”
Join Us on May 19 as We Pray for the Unreached
During Pentecost (which we will celebrate May 19 this year), the Spirit came upon the apostles like fire, and they began preaching in the tongues of those gathered there “from every nation under heaven,” leading thousands to faith in Christ. Those languages and countries are many of the very places in the world that areContinue reading “Join Us on May 19 as We Pray for the Unreached”
Elections Unrest, Floods and other Headlines
BRAZIL: The death toll has now risen to 83 due to heavy flooding in Rio Grande do Sul, with 276 injured, at least 110 missing, and some 121,000 displaced. USA: A four-year-old boy died and more than 200 people were rescued over the past few days from floods in the Houston, Texas, area. A seriesContinue reading “Elections Unrest, Floods and other Headlines”
Miracle: Attempted Murder of Pastor Blocked
Bernard Junior Polite heard music coming from Jesus’ Dwelling Place Church in North Braddock, Pennsylvania, on Sunday morning and wandered inside. He then pointed his gun at Rev. Glenn Germany as he preached and pulled the trigger. But for some reason the gun didn’t fire. Germany called it a “miracle.” A deacon tackled the gunmanContinue reading “Miracle: Attempted Murder of Pastor Blocked”
Mexico: Persecuted Christians Flee
Nearly 140 Christians from indigenous Nahuatl communities in Hidalgo, Mexico, fled their homes April 26, when village leaders vandalized their church and properties, cut off their electricity and posted guards to prevent them from re-entering. Among the displaced are 75 infants and children. (Diana Chandler, BP, April 30) Persecution is not new to Protestants inContinue reading “Mexico: Persecuted Christians Flee”
Headlines for Prayer
Join us at PrayerWall.pw for the International Day for the Unreached May 19. KENYA: More than 180 people have died and about 90 are still missing due to many days of heavy rain and flash floods. INDONESIA: After several volcanic eruptions in April, another burst from Mount Ruang Tuesday, forcing thousands of people to fleeContinue reading “Headlines for Prayer”
Praying Isaiah 51 Over Our Hearts and Nation
There is power in praying Scripture, because we are speaking back to the Lord what He has already said. We are in alignment with His heart. In John 17, Jesus prayed for us to be one with Him and each other. He also prayed for those who had yet to believe in Him. So, asContinue reading “Praying Isaiah 51 Over Our Hearts and Nation”
Do Not Fear. Rise Up and Walk in Your Purpose
Join us now through May 2 for the National Day of Prayer. Sharing with you this sweet word from the Lord’s heart for His bride…. 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 stillContinue reading “Do Not Fear. Rise Up and Walk in Your Purpose”
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