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”
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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”
36 Killed in US Tornadoes, Storms
At least 23 people were killed by tornadoes and storms in Texas, Arkansas, Oklahoma, Kentucky and Missouri over Memorial Day weekend. Many more were injured, and about 500,000 people lost power. On Tuesday last week, tornadoes ripped through several states, leaving at least five dead in Iowa, injuring dozens more and destroying tens of millionsContinue reading “36 Killed in US Tornadoes, Storms”
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”
All Is Not Lost. Stand Up and Fight!
As narratives rage in media these days — some false and some true — and so many with evil intentions vie for control and seem like they’re winning by earthly standards, it’s easy to feel hopeless, like any fight against this present darkness is to no avail. It is not. There is a stand weContinue reading “All Is Not Lost. Stand Up and Fight!”
Miracles: Nigerian Christians Overcome Horrors of Boko Haram
Over the past few years, tens of thousands of Christians have been murdered in Nigeria and millions have been displaced. In fact, even though the West African nation is over 50% Christian, 80-90% of believers martyred for their faith are killed there, mostly by Fulani herdsmen and Boko Haram, which loosely translates, “Western education isContinue reading “Miracles: Nigerian Christians Overcome Horrors of Boko Haram”
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”
Saudi Arabia and the Howeitat
Leading up to tomorrow’s International Day for the Unreached here at the Prayer Wall, we have been praying daily for unreached people groups in the news. Come join us, and invite your praying friends. A Howeitat tribesman was killed and 47 others imprisoned, some of those with death sentences, for resisting displacement in order toContinue reading “Saudi Arabia and the Howeitat”
China and the Uyghurs
Leading up to the International Day for the Unreached on May 19 here at the Prayer Wall, we are praying daily for unreached people groups and closed nations in the news. Come join us, and invite your praying friends. Due to an increase in persecution, China rose 26 places in three years on Open Doors’ list of mostContinue reading “China and the Uyghurs”
Floods, Christians, and Hidden Tribes of Brazil
Leading up to the International Day for the Unreached on May 19 here at the Prayer Wall, we are praying daily for nations in the news and their unreached people groups. Come join us, and invite your praying friends. This past week, we’ve been praying for hearts to turn to Jesus in south Brazil inContinue reading “Floods, Christians, and Hidden Tribes of Brazil”
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”
Hamas, Hezbollah and Houthis
Leading up to the International Day for the Unreached on May 19 here at the Prayer Wall, we are praying daily for unreached people groups in the news. Come join us, and invite your praying friends. Today, let’s lift up the three main terrorist groups engaging in warfare activities against Israel and their allies atContinue reading “Hamas, Hezbollah and Houthis”
Christians Martyred by Fulani Muslims of Nigeria
Nigeria ranks the sixth most dangerous country in the world for Christians, largely due to terrorist activities by Fulani militia, who have martyred and abducted vast numbers of Christians in recent years. In fact, 80-90% of Christians killed for their faith worldwide are murdered in Nigeria by Fulanis. Just within the last three weeks, MorningContinue reading “Christians Martyred by Fulani Muslims of Nigeria”
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”
Pray for Those in the News
Today, I feel the Lord prompting us to pray for people who are currently prominent in the headlines, such as presidential candidates and other political figures, heads of media, the rich and famous, those who have been falsely accused or who are on trial for standing up for something right, and even murderers and terrorists.Continue reading “Pray for Those in the News”
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”
Sudanese Christians Detained, Tortured for Their Faith
Join us at PrayerWall.pw for the International Day for the Unreached May 19. More than a year of brutal war in 92% Muslim Sudan has left nearly 15,000 people dead and displaced about eight million people. Although both warring sides are Muslim, persecution of Christians has persisted in the nation ranked among the top ten most dangerousContinue reading “Sudanese Christians Detained, Tortured for Their Faith”
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”
National Day of Prayer
Let’s join together with Christians all across our nation and the world today as we pray for the USA. Pray for Our Government I urge, then, first of all, that petitions, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for all people — for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives inContinue reading “National Day of Prayer”
Afghans of North America
Join us now through May 2 for the National Day of Prayer. An estimated 400,000 Afghans reside in North America, mainly in these cities: (Click on each, and then head down to the map at the bottom of the page to take a virtual prayer walk of their communities.) Many of these are refugees fleeing oppressionContinue reading “Afghans of North America”
Hindis of North America
Join us now through May 2 for the National Day of Prayer. Did you know there are nearly two million Hindi-speaking Indians in North America? About 80% are proficient in English, and they are among the wealthiest and most highly educated of those living here but born abroad. Many are doctors, engineers, entrepreneurs, educators andContinue reading “Hindis of North America”
Haredim in North America
Come join us now through May 2 for the National Day of Prayer. The Haredim number nearly 500,000 in North America, mainly residing in New York City, but also in Toronto, Los Angeles, Miami, Washington D.C., and Chicago. They consist of Yeshivish and Hasidic peoples whose communities are closed and who strictly adhere to JewishContinue reading “Haredim in North America”
Punjabi Sikhs of North America
Come join us now through May 2 for the National Day of Prayer. Punjabi Sikhs number anywhere from 670,000 to 1,000,000 in North America, mostly in Toronto, Vancouver, various cities in California, and in the Richmond Hill area of Queens in New York City. Originally from the Punjab border region of India and Pakistan, theyContinue reading “Punjabi Sikhs of North America”
Pray for the President
Join us today through May 2 for the National Day of Prayer. In 1 Timothy 2:1-4, we are called upon to pray for those in authority over us, for the ruler of our nation, “so that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness.” So, let’s pray, both for our currentContinue reading “Pray for the President”
Government Leaders
Join us now through May 2 for the National Day of Prayer Lord, we ask You for a great Awakening in this nation. Restrain what is wrong. Restore what is right. Draw those running for office and every government leader to Yourself in such powerful ways the veil will be lifted from their eyes andContinue reading “Government Leaders”
A Prayer for the USA from Isaiah 59
Lord, have mercy on us, please. Do not let evil prevail, but punish evildoers and every act of deceit, attack and corruption. Bring forth Your purposes, O God, and overturn the enemy’s. Overturn evil, and let righteousness, justice, peace, truth and salvation break forth across this land by Your mighty right hand. And save us,Continue reading “A Prayer for the USA from Isaiah 59”
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”
A Future Worth Fighting For
Our family lived many years in one of the most dangerous countries in the world. Even though we were there loving and helping people, the government saw us as a political threat because we serve a higher King. They followed us, opened our mail, tapped our phones, sometimes searched our rooms. At any moment, weContinue reading “A Future Worth Fighting For”
A Prayer for Our Children
Join us now through May 2 for the National Day of Prayer Today, we are praying for the future of our nation and the world: our children. Lord, we ask You, please, for our children. Guard their hearts. Watch over them as they play. Keep their minds and eyes and hearts and bodies pure. Don’tContinue reading “A Prayer for Our Children”
Pray for Influencers
Join us for the National Day of Prayer on May 2 Lord, we ask You to pursue every person of influence in this nation. Give them a heart that hungers for You. Show them how the ideologies, the people, the power, the money, the temporary pleasures, the things they run after have no meaning andContinue reading “Pray for Influencers”
Psalm 91 Prayer for Our Nation
Join us for the National Day of Prayer on May 2 Today we are praying for God’s protection over our families and nation. Lord, Your Word says that whoever dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. Take away our fear now, Lord, and give us peace.Continue reading “Psalm 91 Prayer for Our Nation”
Raising Up Warrior Women of God
Join us for the National Day of Prayer on May 2 Let’s pray for our daughters today…. Lord, please grow our daughters up to love You with all their hearts. Protect them from the plots of the enemy to harm them or draw them away from You. Be a Shield around them, and give themContinue reading “Raising Up Warrior Women of God”
Christians Tortured, Killed in Ukraine and Russia
In the midst of war and persecution, hearts hungry for hope are turning to Jesus. Release International reports that in areas of Russian-occupied Ukraine, churches have been forcibly closed, and several Christian leaders openly praying for Ukraine have disappeared or faced abduction, torture and death. In Russia, priests have been arrested, imprisoned or otherwise silencedContinue reading “Christians Tortured, Killed in Ukraine and Russia”
Prayers for the World This Week
ISRAEL-IRAN: Tensions have risen after Israel intercepted nearly 300 drone attacks by Iran this weekend. Lord, please draw every person in this Middle East conflict into Your purposes. Stop the violence, and meet every heart in their dreams and throughout the day, speaking Your truth in such a way that the veil is lifted fromContinue reading “Prayers for the World This Week”
May Your Kingdom Come
This past year has been one of persecution, wars, displaced families, as well as record-breaking heat, fires, floods, earthquakes…. We can all add to that list our own trials. But have they changed you? Have you allowed them to deepen your faith, strengthen your resolve and break free from the strongholds that block you fromContinue reading “May Your Kingdom Come”
Worship in the Midst of Trials
Whatever we’re going through now, Lord, we choose to worship You…. 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 You that we move and breathe and have our being. We stand in wonderContinue reading “Worship in the Midst of Trials”
Hostage Found Dead, Israel-Gaza Update
Israeli forces found the body of hostage Elad Katzir, 47, in Gaza on Saturday. Elad was taken from his home in Nir Oz by Hamas terrorists on October 7, along with his mother, Hana, who was released alive on November 24 as part of a temporary cease-fire deal. Her husband, Elad’s father, was killed inContinue reading “Hostage Found Dead, Israel-Gaza Update”
More than 45 Christians from Botswana Dead
We are deep in our 30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening, but let’s pause today to pray for the families of the 45 Christians from Botswana who died in a terrible bus accident yesterday in South Africa while on their way to an Easter Conference; and for the one little girl who survived butContinue reading “More than 45 Christians from Botswana Dead”
Nigeria: More than 300 Children Abducted
More than 300 students were abducted from a primary and secondary school in Kaduna’s Kuriga village last Thursday, March 7, by armed bandits on motorcycles. Some of the children escaped, but 287 are still held captive by the terrorists, who demand more than $620,000 in ransom. Lord, please have mercy on these children. Bring themContinue reading “Nigeria: More than 300 Children Abducted”
Day 3: The Church
30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening Verses for contemplation: Matthew 28:18-20 The deeper the darkness, the brighter His Light shines in the midst of it, drawing all men to Himself. Let’s join together today to pray for the church to be that light. Suggested topics for prayer: Prayer starter: Father God, please forgive usContinue reading “Day 3: The Church”
Day 2: My Home Country
30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening Verse for contemplation: 2 Chronicles 7:14 Yesterday, we began our 30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening March 11-April 9 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. WhatContinue reading “Day 2: My Home Country”
Day 1: My Own Heart
30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening Verse for contemplation: Ephesians 3:16-21 Today begins our 30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening March 11-April 9 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. But first, weContinue reading “Day 1: My Own Heart”
Where Knowing Christ is Dangerous
Join tomorrow for 30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening, March 11-April 9, 2024. For billions of people across the areas colored red in this map below, fear and uncertainty are a constant reality. Christians and even seekers asking questions about Jesus are severely persecuted, often by beatings, imprisonment or death. And yet, in ChristContinue reading “Where Knowing Christ is Dangerous”
Don’t Sing the Wrong Song
Join us for 30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening, March 11-April 9, 2024. A word of encouragement today from Matthew 22:37-40, John 14-15, 1 John 4, James 4:11-12, Matthew 7:1-5, Romans 8, 12: Do not listen to what the world is saying today. Do not join in their song. For you are set apart, My beloved.Continue reading “Don’t Sing the Wrong Song”
Headline Prayers: Haiti, Sudan, Gaza, USA
Join us for 30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening, March 11-April 9, 2024. HAITI: Gangs now have taken over about 80% of the capital. Violence is at horrific levels, after attacks on prisons freed thousands of inmates in recent days. SUDAN: About 9 out of 10 people face emergency levels of hunger, as ongoing violence andContinue reading “Headline Prayers: Haiti, Sudan, Gaza, USA”
Persecution in Nepal, Pakistan, Burkina Faso
Join us for 30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening, March 11-April 9, 2024. BURKINA FASO: At least 15 Christians were killed by Muslim terrorists while gathered for worship on Sunday, February 25, in Essakane village, Oudalan province. Pray for the families who are grieving, for healing and forgiveness. Pray for protection over all Christians, and forContinue reading “Persecution in Nepal, Pakistan, Burkina Faso”
Thousands of Christians Displaced, Kidnapped, Martyred in Nigeria
Join us for 30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening, March 11-April 9, 2024. Hundreds of martyrs have fallen over the past few months in Nigeria at the hands of Fulani herdsmen and other Muslim extremists. In Kaduna state. more than 100 Christians were killed in the last four months of 2023. In the first two weeksContinue reading “Thousands of Christians Displaced, Kidnapped, Martyred in Nigeria”
Dinner and a Prayer
Fun Ways to Involve Your Family in the Upcoming 30 Days of Prayer We will soon 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 throughout theContinue reading “Dinner and a Prayer”
Food for the Hungry in Gaza
Join us for 30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening, March 11-April 9, 2024. Praise God both Jordan and the US airdropped food bundles with tens of thousands of meals over areas of southwest and northern Gaza this weekend. Christians in Gaza City had asked us to pray for the Lord’s provision, as food deliveries had notContinue reading “Food for the Hungry in Gaza”
Pressing on to Receive the Prize
Join us for 30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening, March 11-April 9, 2024. What has your life mostly been about? What thoughts mainly run through your head throughout the day? Worries about how to make ends meet? Anger when someone doesn’t do what you think they should? What you want and how to get it? LustfulContinue reading “Pressing on to Receive the Prize”
30 Days 2024 Is Almost Here!
March 11-April 9, here at the Prayer Wall, we will journey through 30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening. 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 your morning quiet times withContinue reading “30 Days 2024 Is Almost Here!”
Pakistan: Death Sentence Update
Join us for 30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening, March 11-April 9, 2024, as we pray for persecuted Christians, their persecutors and the nations to awaken to Christ’s love. Last June, we prayed for 24-year-old Noman Masih, a Christian in Pakistan sentenced to death after a false conviction of blasphemy. We prayed he would be acquittedContinue reading “Pakistan: Death Sentence Update”
Thousands Come to Faith in Myanmar
While the world fixes its attention on war in Gaza and Ukraine, the peoples of Myanmar have endured genocide, rape, and endless burnings of their villages, schools and hospitals in a horrific civil war. (See our November 20 post and dedicated Pray for Myanmar page.) Today, we’re excited to share with you that God is answering our prayers.Continue reading “Thousands Come to Faith in Myanmar”
A Good Shepherd for Gaza
Join us for 30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening, March 11-April 9, 2024. Today, Isaiah 40, Psalm 23 and John 10 are on my heart for the 800 or so Christians in Gaza, as they struggle through difficult decisions right now, and also for the many lost Muslims and even Israelis they will encounter on theirContinue reading “A Good Shepherd for Gaza”
Deadly Fires in China, Spain
Join us for 30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening, March 11-April 9. CHINA: More than 148 forest and other wildfires burned through much of Guizhou Province this month, as well as some areas of Guangxi and Yunnan. At least 15 people died and dozens were injured Friday in an apartment block fire in Nanjing.Continue reading “Deadly Fires in China, Spain”
Difficult Decisions for Christians in Gaza
Join us for 30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening, March 11-April 9, 2024. The 1,000 or so Christians sheltering in two churches in Gaza City are faced with difficult decisions at this moment. We are sharing with you today from the heart of Harriet Lawrence, who formerly lived and taught in the Gaza Strip: The callContinue reading “Difficult Decisions for Christians in Gaza”
Two Years Since the Invasion of Ukraine
Join us for 30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening, March 11-April 9, 2024. Tomorrow marks two years since Russia invaded Ukraine. Let us not grow weary in prayer. Continue praying at our Ukraine-Russia page: Pray for Ukraine and Russia Don’t miss a day of prayer. Enter your email address below to receive in your inbox each newContinue reading “Two Years Since the Invasion of Ukraine”
Headlines for Prayer
Join us for 30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening, March 11-April 9, 2024, and invite your church or Life Group, as we pray together with believers all across the world for every nation to awaken to Christ’s love. UKRAINE: RUSSIA has taken the town of Avdiivka, which Ukraine defended for some ten years. InContinue reading “Headlines for Prayer”
Letter from a Christian in Gaza
Join us for 30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening, March 11-April 9, 2024. As we continue to pray for the hostages held by Hamas and for the millions of displaced people in Gaza, let’s also remember the 1,000 or so Christians, most of whom are sheltering in two churches in Gaza City. This letter below isContinue reading “Letter from a Christian in Gaza”
Update on Detained Missionary Pilot, Mozambique
Join us for 30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening, March 11-April 9, 2024. 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 doContinue reading “Update on Detained Missionary Pilot, Mozambique”
Missionaries, Pastors Face Charges in Nicaragua
Although 95% Christian, Nicaragua ranks among the most dangerous countries in the world for followers of Christ. Currently, 11 Nicaraguan pastors and three missionaries from the USA face charges of “money laundering and organized crime” after their US-based non-profit, Mountain Gateway, hosted evangelistic campaigns last year that reached nearly one million people with the gospel.Continue reading “Missionaries, Pastors Face Charges in Nicaragua”
Kansas Shooting, Miracle Rescue and Other Headlines for Prayer
USA: One person died and more than 20 others, including children, were injured in a mass shooting Wednesday at a Kansas City Super Bowl victory rally attended by about 1 million people. Lord, thank You for sparing so many lives, and for the brave people who tackled a gunman. But we pray now for LisaContinue reading “Kansas Shooting, Miracle Rescue and Other Headlines for Prayer”
Israel-Gaza Hostage Update
When the IDF received intel that Hamas had planned an attack on their troops from a certain location in central Gaza, the resulting air strike caused the collapse of an adjacent building where three hostages, Noa Argamani, Yossi Sharabi and Itai Svirsky were unknowingly held. Terrorists used Noa to announce in a video that YossiContinue reading “Israel-Gaza Hostage Update”
Lakewood, Punjab and Other Persecution Headlines
Join us for 30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening, March 11-April 9, 2024, as we pray for persecuted Christians, their persecutors and the nations to awaken to Christ’s love. PAKISTAN: Last week, Christian teen Sunil Masih (age 14) died for his faith when six armed Muslim extremists shouted threats against Christians and open-fired on a groupContinue reading “Lakewood, Punjab and Other Persecution Headlines”
Two Argentine-Israeli Hostages Rescued
Israeli forces rescued two hostages under heavy fire from Hamas during a covert operation which involved multiple air strikes through the night Sunday at Rafah, southern Gaza. Both Fernando Simon Marman, 60, and Norberto Louis Har, 70, have safely returned to Israel in good medical condition. After 129 days in captivity, the two Argentine-Israelis attributedContinue reading “Two Argentine-Israeli Hostages Rescued”
Pray Our Children Will Love Jesus
Lord, please fill our homes with Your presence and Your love. Set us free from the sins and wrong thought processes that make it difficult for our children to see You as You truly are. Empower us with Your love, embolden us with Your grace, and teach us to forgive. Give us wisdom in everyContinue reading “Pray Our Children Will Love Jesus”
Shining in Battle
Join us for 30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening, March 11-April 9, 2024. The battle we are in is not one of race, gender, political parties, rights, power, influence or nations. Those are just earthly skirmishes skittering around the deeper issue at the core. Every voice clamoring to be heard was created for abundant life throughContinue reading “Shining in Battle”
Headline Prayers This Week
Join us for 30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening, March 11-April 9, 2024. HAITI: Violence has increased all the more in Port-au-Prince with thousands protesting the cancellation of the February 7 elections. Hundreds have been wounded and at least five died from gunfire. Out-of-control gang violence has left Haiti without a functioning government forContinue reading “Headline Prayers This Week”
Dozens of Christians, Children Arrested in Eritrea
Authorities in Asmara, Eritrea, detained 30 Christian adults and a number of children, as they gathered to celebrate a baby’s first birthday. Non-Christians attending the event were sent home. (Open Doors UK News, February 4) It is unknown what these believers and their children will now face. Normal procedure is to torture and even killContinue reading “Dozens of Christians, Children Arrested in Eritrea”
Israel-Gaza Update
Pray for Israel and Hamas as they discuss a possible ceasefire and hostage release this week. Of the 132 hostages still held by Hamas, Israel has confirmed at least 31 are dead and possibly another 20. The count includes the bodies of two soldiers killed and abducted in 2014, Oron Shaul and Hadar Goldin. InContinue reading “Israel-Gaza Update”
Worldwide Persecution Trends
Join us for 30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening, March 11-April 9, 2024. Last year, Open Doors’ World Watchlist counted 4,998 Christian martyrs, 82% of whom died in Nigeria at the hands of Fulani tribesmen and Muslim extremists. In addition, some 14,766 churches and other Christian properties worldwide were attacked, a number seven timesContinue reading “Worldwide Persecution Trends”
Fires in Chile and Other Headline Prayers
CHILE: As of yesterday, 123 people have died in Valparaiso with nearly 100 fires burning more than a thousand homes in the last few days. PAKISTAN: Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan militants killed at least ten policemen and injured several others in a heavily armed attack on a police station in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Monday, as Thursday’s national electionsContinue reading “Fires in Chile and Other Headline Prayers”
A Global Army
Join us for 30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening, March 11-April 9, 2024. In the last two years since the Prayer Wall moved to this dedicated space at PrayerWall.pw, we’ve seen over 21,000 visits from 114 nations! Thank you to all of you who have joined the Lord’s army here, praying daily for ourContinue reading “A Global Army”
Pakistan: Forced Conversions and Torture
Muslim extremists in Pakistan abducted Azam Masih, 28, and his younger brother Nadeem and tortured them into reciting the Kalima creed for conversion to Islam by beating them with metal rods. Police have arrested a Muslim cleric for conducting the conversion, as well as Naseem Shah and Sunny Shah, known criminals involved in other hatredContinue reading “Pakistan: Forced Conversions and Torture”
How Self-Protection Endangers Us
It’s easy to fall back into old habits, putting up walls against how we imagine someone might hurt us. But when we seek to self-protect, we will fail. Every time. We’re just not equipped for that God-sized job. Coming out from under our Protector’s covering to try to do His job ourselves only leaves usContinue reading “How Self-Protection Endangers Us”
Get Ready for March 11-April 9
Mark your calendar and prepare now for this spring’s 30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening March 11-April 9 here at the Prayer Wall. We will journey through the nations of the world, praying for unreached peoples, persecuted Christians and their persecutors. Join with us as we ask the Lord of the Harvest to awakenContinue reading “Get Ready for March 11-April 9”
Praying for China’s Uyghurs
Join us for 30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening, March 11-April 9, 2024. The Uyghur are an ancient Turkic people numbering about 12 million in China’s northwestern province of Xinjiang, which borders the countries of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Russia and Mongolia. There was a time about 1,000 years ago when nearly all the UyghurContinue reading “Praying for China’s Uyghurs”
Headlines & Prayers for the Middle East
Join us for 30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening, March 11-April 9, 2024. TURKEY: Islamic State extremists attacked a Catholic Church in Istanbul during Sunday mass, killing a 52-year-old Alevi man attending services. One of Turkey‘s largest religious minorities, Alevis practice a variant of Islam which is neither Sunni nor Shiite. JORDAN: A droneContinue reading “Headlines & Prayers for the Middle East”
2024: “Super Election Year”
Join us for 30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening, March 11-April 9, 2024. This year is perhaps the biggest election year in history, as more than 60 nations expect to hold national elections involving some 2 billion voters. With a population of 1.44 billion, India‘s Lok Sabha (House of the People) election in April/MayContinue reading “2024: “Super Election Year””
Godly Relationships for Our Young People
Let’s pray today for the youth in our churches and families, that they will run wholeheartedly after the Lord and impact others around them for the Kingdom. Lord, we ask You for our young people. Don’t let the enemy lead them astray, but guard them zealously as Your own. Awaken them to see Your loveContinue reading “Godly Relationships for Our Young People”
Worship and Overcome
It’s easy for the angels who see God’s face every day to worship Him. But when His children down here in this world filled with sin and trials worship in spirit and in truth, sight unseen, from the midst of all our hardships and heartache, that is — I paused here as I wrote thatContinue reading “Worship and Overcome”
Prayer for Global Revival
Join us for 30 days of Prayer for Global Awakening March 11-April 4, 2024, as we pray for every heart in every nation to awaken to Christ’s love. Oh, Lord, what will it take for our hearts to finally hunger and thirst for You such that we will let go of the temporary, of-this-world thingsContinue reading “Prayer for Global Revival”
Pray for Awakening in Our Nation
More than 114 countries have joined us here at the Prayer Wall since we began in 2020. Today, our prayer is for the USA, but it is written so you can also pray for your own nation. We hope you will join us for 30 days of Prayer for Global Awakening March 11-April 4, 2024,Continue reading “Pray for Awakening in Our Nation”
Lifting You Up, Ukraine
Next month will mark two years since Russia invaded Ukraine. Let’s continue praying for a great awakening to Christ in both countries and an end to the bloodshed, death and destruction. John 10:10. Lord, please fill Ukraine with Your angel armies, fighting for what is right and good, fighting for a future with You inContinue reading “Lifting You Up, Ukraine”
Armor of God Prayer
Let’s pray Ephesians 6:10-20 over our churches and families today: O God, make us strong in You and in Your mighty power. For You are our armor. Cover us fully, so we can stand as one against the devil’s schemes. Remind us that our struggle is not against our brothers and sisters, or any otherContinue reading “Armor of God Prayer”
Freedom of the Heart
Isaiah 51:11 What is holding you and your family back from more of the Lord? Depression? Anxiety? Anger? Lust? Ask Him to show you, and spend some time today in prayer, asking Him to set you free. This may be of help: Lord, please help us walk out in the freedom that we were createdContinue reading “Freedom of the Heart”
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”
Overcoming Conflict God’s Way
What conflicts do you face these days? How have you responded? When you have a problem with someone, do you attack? Avoid? Talk to other people about it? Find a way to get them back? Don’t do that! One way the enemy gets us to do his dirty work is through saying bad things about someone,Continue reading “Overcoming Conflict God’s Way”
Prayer for Awakening and Protection
A prayer from Matthew 19:26 for an outpouring of God’s love, truth and grace: Lord, it feels like these past three years have seen such an increase of enemy activity. Or maybe what Satan’s doing has just been more visible or apparent. But God, we ask You now for Your angel armies to flood myContinue reading “Prayer for Awakening and Protection”
Joy
What do you want for your life? If Jesus stood before you right now asking you that question, how would you answer Him? I had a dream one night of those who know Christ heading toward a curtain, and I knew somehow that heaven was behind that curtain and that these were those who wereContinue reading “Joy”
Leading through Love
Satan wants to keep us so busy with even good causes that we forget the eternal things that matters most. 1 John 4:8. How much we accomplish or how great others think we are won’t amount to anything in the end. Only how well we loved. 1 Corinthians 13. So many marriages, families, churches, teams,Continue reading “Leading through Love”
Christ in Their Dreams
You may have noticed here at the Prayer Wall that we often ask the Lord to meet people in dreams, visions and other miraculous ways, especially in countries closed off to the Gospel, where Bibles are not available, Christians are persecuted, and missionaries are not permitted. He is answering! In fact, as Muslims fast andContinue reading “Christ in Their Dreams”
