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”
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Pray for Refugees
A registered more than 2.6 million refugees from Afghanistan now reside in other countries. This provides a unique opportunity for those formerly cut off from the Gospel to now finally hear about Christ’s love. Let’s pray for a mighty movement of the Lord in Afghan communities throughout the world. Lord, please give Afghan refugees suchContinue reading “Pray for Refugees”
1.5 Billion Reasons to Pray
As the Chinese celebrate their New Year today and the opening of the Olympics approaches, let’s pray for this vast country of nearly 1.5 billion people, with 443 unreached people groups cut off from the Gospel by linguistic, cultural, geographic, political and other barriers. Due to an increase in persecution, China rose 26 places inContinue reading “1.5 Billion Reasons to Pray”
A Comforter for the Unreached
Pray for unreached peoples who still have no way to hear about Jesus, cut off from the Gospel by oppressive governments, language barriers, closed borders, and more. Pray God will give them a hunger for Him, open the way for them to hear the Good News in a way they can easily understand, and giveContinue reading “A Comforter for the Unreached”
Protection, Courage, Empowering
This past week, we have been praying through Isaiah 51, as we consider the trials facing so many all throughout the world. Praying Scripture is powerful, because we are agreeing with Truth and praying for what we already know is His heart. Today, let’s pray Isaiah 51:7b-8, asking the Lord for protection, courage, and empoweringContinue reading “Protection, Courage, Empowering”
Starvation and Conflict in Tigray
Thousands are dead, two million people have been forced from their homes, and famine and starvation now plague parts of Ethiopia after more than a year of conflict, mostly in the northern region of Tigray, which has been pressed from both sides by Ethiopian and Eritrean forces. The Tigray people trace their origins back toContinue reading “Starvation and Conflict in Tigray”
Pray for West Africa
Over the past two years, more than 2,000 people have lost their lives in Burkina Faso due to jihadist attacks, especially in the northern and eastern provinces, where more than 1,000 schools have closed and 1.5 million people have fled their homes. Now, this past Monday, a military coup overthrew the head of state, promisingContinue reading “Pray for West Africa”
Know What Is Right
From Isaiah 51:7a, let’s pray for God’s people Our city, county, state, and nation’s leaders Leaders of other nations of the world Criminals, those bent on evil The lost That we will Hear the Lord Know what is right Take God’s instructions to heart. For a free guide to knowing God’s voice, and deep BibleContinue reading “Know What Is Right”
Battling for Ukraine and the World
Russia has now amassed about 125,000 troops along the Ukrainian border, and NATO is positioning to defend Allied countries in the region. As the US, Russia, Ukraine and other nations make huge decisions right now, let’s pray for the real battle already going on in the spiritual realm. Lord, please be a Shield around Ukraine.Continue reading “Battling for Ukraine and the World”
Tension in Eastern Europe
As tension rises in Eastern Europe and several NATO countries have announced where and how they will position to defend Allies against Russian aggression, let’s pray for that region and for those making decisions…. Lord, we ask for divine wisdom for every leader making decisions now. Guide their thoughts and actions. Show them what isContinue reading “Tension in Eastern Europe”
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”
Praying for Closed Nations
As we pray Isaiah 51:5, for God to bring His righteousness, salvation, justice, and hope in our own nation, let’s also remember the billions throughout the world facing fear and uncertainty in these difficult days, especially in nations closed to the Good News of Christ’s love. Most of these countries are poverty-stricken and war-torn, with oppressiveContinue reading “Praying for Closed Nations”
A Prayer for Our Nation from Isaiah 51:1-6
Lord, it’s easy to feel, “I’m just one person. What difference can I make?” Give us courage to not give up, but to persist in prayer, listening to You and pursuing the things of Your heart. Comfort us, O God, and have compassion on the ruined state we’re in. Touch every heart, save us, andContinue reading “A Prayer for Our Nation from Isaiah 51:1-6”
Praying Isaiah 51 Over Our Hearts and Nation
Let’s spend the next few days praying Isaiah 51 over our hearts and the nation where we reside or are from. 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 toContinue reading “Praying Isaiah 51 Over Our Hearts and Nation”
Praying for a Hopeful Future for Our Children
Let’s pray Jeremiah 29:11-14 over our country today, asking God to bring us back from all the ways we’ve been captive to the enemy, so our children (and we) will have a hope and a future of abundant life. John 10:10. “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans toContinue reading “Praying for a Hopeful Future for Our Children”
Starvation in Afghanistan
The UN has estimated a nearly 23 million Afghans are facing extreme levels of hunger and as many as one million children could die this winter from starvation. Let’s pray. Lord, we ask You, please, to have mercy on the people of Afghanistan. Be a Shield around every Christian. Hide them from those who seekContinue reading “Starvation in Afghanistan”
Pray for Tonga
Communication systems are down after an undersea volcanic eruption and tsunami. Let’s join together in prayer for the people of the Oceania country of Tonga. Lord, please rescue and provide for those in need, heal the injured, restore communication and bring help to rebuild what has been destroyed. Do it such a way that allContinue reading “Pray for Tonga”
Building Oneness with Christ
What does it look like to walk in the Spirit? Galatians 5:16, 25. I’m still learning and growing in this area, but one habit that has helped greatly to position me for more of His flow is to make Jesus my first thought. Before I open my eyes. Before I get out of bed. BeforeContinue reading “Building Oneness with Christ”
Pray for Those Trapped in Strongholds
A stronghold is a habitual sin or negative thought process that has such a “strong hold” on you it controls your responses rather than the Holy Spirit. Common examples are anxiety, anger, depression, lust, pornography, judgment, pride, self-pity, addictions, jealousy, control, unforgiveness, etc. The walls of these enemy fortifications are built with lies contrary toContinue reading “Pray for Those Trapped in Strongholds”
Fighting for Myanmar
Since a coup seized power from the elected government in Myanmar early last year, security forces have killed more than 1000 people, including at least 35 women, children and other villagers fleeing conflict on Christmas Eve. Minority people groups, many of which have converted to Christianity, face persecution because of an ongoing civil war thatContinue reading “Fighting for Myanmar”
What the World Needs Now Is Jesus
Lord, we have chased our own agendas, run over people to push them, only to find we were wrong all along. We have sought what we thought would satisfy, only to find ourselves empty again. Father, these days are trying, hard for all of us in so many ways. Please empty us of all theContinue reading “What the World Needs Now Is Jesus”
Pray for North Korea
Two hypersonic-missile tests claimed to have been “successful” this week serve as a loud reminder to launch our own weapons of prayer (Ephesians 6:10-20) for this Communist country ranked most dangerous in the world for Christians. “Being discovered as a Christian is a death sentence in North Korea. If you aren’t killed instantly, you willContinue reading “Pray for North Korea”
Invitation to Intimacy
Have you ever reached out to someone, wanting a deeper connection, but they didn’t take you up on that invitation? As you shared your heart, did they looked at their watch? Check their social media notifications? Talk over you? Walk out of the room? It’s not uncommon. But what the Lord was asking me toContinue reading “Invitation to Intimacy”
Continued Prayers for Kazakhstan
With more than 164 dead and thousands injured in violent protests against the government last week, let’s continue praying for the people of Kazakhstan. Lord, as troops fill the streets and the future is uncertain, please awaken a hunger for true Peace in every heart. You created the peoples of Kazakhstan unique for Your purposes,Continue reading “Continued Prayers for Kazakhstan”
Pray for a Revival of Faith and Moral Values
Mankind, He has told you what is good and what it is the Lord requires of you: to act justly, to love faithfulness, and to walk humbly with your God. Micah 6:8 HCSB Lord, awaken us to Your goodness. Remind us of the things that matter most. Unveil our eyes so we once again see evil asContinue reading “Pray for a Revival of Faith and Moral Values”
Proverbs 3:5-6 – The Surrender Theme
We have a Sovereign One who holds our future in His hands. It’s not the president of a nation or any other governing party, whether evil or good. It’s the God Who loves us. Nothing happens except that the Sovereign One allows it. And if He allows it, then no matter what evil plans ourContinue reading “Proverbs 3:5-6 – The Surrender Theme”
Pray for Kazakhstan
Of the nearly 19 million people in Kazakhstan, roughly 14 million have yet to hear the Good News about Christ. Let’s pray for a great movement of God in this nation, torn apart this week by deadly protests. “Kazakhstan’s government has steadily increased its control over religious expression in the country, which means increased surveillance,Continue reading “Pray for Kazakhstan”
Government Leaders
Lord, we ask You for a great Awakening in this nation. Restrain what is wrong. Restore what is right. Draw every government leader to Yourself in such powerful ways the veil will be lifted from their eyes and they will see You as You truly are. We ask You, Lord, for a mighty movement ofContinue reading “Government Leaders”
Placing Decisions in His Hands
Lord, give us wisdom, please. As we face difficult decisions, help us not lean on our own understanding, but to seek You in all our ways, letting You direct our paths. Proverbs 3:5-6. We can’t see the future, but You can. You know what’s up ahead and where You’re taking us. Help us surrender allContinue reading “Placing Decisions in His Hands”
Step Up
Step up. Not with New Year’s resolutions that fade away within a couple of weeks. Not with working all the harder and burning out all the faster, or with beating yourself up because you failed. No. The “stepping up” I am calling you to is stepping out of yourself and up into Me. I knowContinue reading “Step Up”
Missing Girls Recovered
Praise God for the recent recovery of five missing teenage girls. Let’s pray for their healing and salvation, and also for the 30 sex offenders who were arrested in the area of New Orleans, La., as a result of “Operation Boo Dat.” Lord, thank You for rescuing these lost young women. Please heal their mindsContinue reading “Missing Girls Recovered”
Families Affected by Fires in Colorado
At least three people are missing, several are injured, and more than 1000 homes and other structures have been destroyed by recent fires in the area of Superior, Colorado. Let’s pray for families in need. Lord, thank You for the snow that has stopped the fires. Please wrap Your arms around each person and familyContinue reading “Families Affected by Fires in Colorado”
A Prayer for the New Year
Lord, open up our eyes to see as You see, to not be distracted by other things in our view that move us away from You. Please, God, get up in our face. Invade our space. Make sure we SEE what You’re doing, such that we can’t miss it. Grab our face in Your handsContinue reading “A Prayer for the New Year”
A Prayer from Romans 12
Lord, awaken my heart with fervor to worship You. Teach me to offer up my body as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to You. Don’t let me conform to the pattern of this world, but transform me by renewing my mind and giving me Yours, so I will walk in Your perfect will. Make myContinue reading “A Prayer from Romans 12”
Conquering 2022 with Christ
Originally posted on Kingdom Culture Parenting:
2021 has been a hard year for many. Were you able to go through it in Jesus’ arms? Or did you find yourself overwhelmed? As 2022 nears, I want to encourage you to dedicate it to Christ. Ask Him what He wants to do in you and through you…
God’s Word for Your 2022
What did God do in your life this past year? Did you ask Him at the beginning of 2021 for a word, verse, vision, purpose, or something else He wanted to speak over the year? How did He fulfill that? The word the Lord gave us for 2021 was “Covering.” As I prayed with ourContinue reading “God’s Word for Your 2022”
Just for You, Lord
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. My sorrows. My accomplishments and failures. My love. My all. My everything is Yours.Continue reading “Just for You, Lord”
Looking Back, Up and Forward
As this year ends and the new one begins, take some time with the Lord to Please share with us what God lays on your heart as you do that, so we can encourage one another. For all we know, 2022 may see all the more trying trials, but in Christ there is rest, peace,Continue reading “Looking Back, Up and Forward”
Be Prepared for 2022
Psalm 31:15 As 2021 comes to a close, take some time to get alone with Jesus and ask Him what He wants to speak over the coming year. As hard as 2021 has been, 2022 will see its own trials. But if you can seek the Lord for what HE wants to say and doContinue reading “Be Prepared for 2022”
Christmas Prayer
Praying God will meet you and your family in deep, meaningful ways as you celebrate Christ. Lord, please protect our family time together this Christmas. Fill our homes with Your felt presence and block any enemy plans. Guide all our conversations into You. Help us forgive one another and listen to each other. Tear downContinue reading “Christmas Prayer”
Better Not Pout
Philippians 4:4-13 Sometimes, even when God has given us so much, we end up pouting because of something else we want that we can’t 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. Rest is.Continue reading “Better Not Pout”
Christmas in the Dark
Pray for the lost who have no way to hear, for the corners still left in utter darkness. Pray God will show them Who He is. So many countries throughout the earth forbid the celebration of Christmas or even the mention of Jesus’ name. And many of those places have darkened all the more inContinue reading “Christmas in the Dark”
Hostages’ Miraculous Escape from Haitian Gang
All 17 Christian Aid Ministries missionaries taken captive by the Haitian 400 Mawozo gang are at home with their families now — alive, unharmed and free! This is an account of God’s hand in their miraculous escape. When the Lord called the believers to share His love on the tiny island ravaged by hurricanes, anContinue reading “Hostages’ Miraculous Escape from Haitian Gang”
All 17 Hostages in Haiti Released!
Praise the Lord for the safe return of all 17 of the Christian Aid Ministries missionaries taken hostage by gang members in Haiti! We had been praying that they would worship God, encourage others, and also share the Good News with their captors. God answered! (Read about it here.) Lord, we praise You for thisContinue reading “All 17 Hostages in Haiti Released!”
Prayers for the Persecuted This Christmas
As we gather with loved ones this Christmas and worship God freely in our churches, let’s take a moment to pray together as a family for persecuted Christians throughout the world who don’t have that freedom. Pray for protection, strength, courage, and the Spirit’s empowering to endure suffering and share with the lost. Lord, weContinue reading “Prayers for the Persecuted This Christmas”
When Christmas Is Hard
My dear brothers and sisters, I don’t know what all you are going through right now, but I know for some of you this will be the first Christmas without a dear 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”
What it’s coming down to – Philippians 3:7-14
Do you know the Lord? And will you be found faithful? Because this time we have here on earth is just the blink of an eye. It’s our one shot to get it right. If we make it about how others treat us or whether or not we get what we want, we’ll miss theContinue reading “What it’s coming down to – Philippians 3:7-14 “
I Am For You
This has been a hard year for all of us. We’ve all found ourselves in the midst of trials we can’t see an end to. But we do not lose hope. For our hope is not in everything turning out the way we want. Our hope is in the LORD. “My beloved, I did notContinue reading “I Am For You”
Three More Hostages Released in Haiti
Praise God three more hostages were released this month, making a total of five so far since the October 16th abduction of 17 missionaries (including five children) by gang members in Haiti. For security reasons, we cannot give more information at this time, but let’s continue to pray for the safe release and protection ofContinue reading “Three More Hostages Released in Haiti”
Prayers for Russia
Due to heightening tension on the border with Ukraine, let’s pray…. Lord, we ask You, please, for a Great Awakening all throughout Russia. Meet every leader and influencer in powerful ways, showing them that You alone are God. Pursue them with Your love, save them with Your grace, and give them wisdom in every decisionContinue reading “Prayers for Russia”
Prayers for Ukraine
As tension rises on the border of Russia and Ukraine, let’s pray for God’s purposes to prevail and for millions to come to Christ. Lord, please be a Shield around Ukraine. Restrain wrong and bring forth right in that region. Place Your angels as guards at the borders, and flood the nation with Your armiesContinue reading “Prayers for Ukraine”
Pray for Those Suffering from Tornadoes
Let’s pray for the salvation and rescue of those who are in need after at least 30 tornadoes ripped through Kentucky, Arkansas, Illinois, Missouri, Mississippi and Tennessee this weekend. At least 70 are feared dead in Kentucky alone, where the city of Mayfield was hardest hit. Lord, please protect those who are yet facing moreContinue reading “Pray for Those Suffering from Tornadoes”
Listen to God
If you believe you can’t hear God, you won’t. Even though He’s speaking to you all the time. Even though He’s showing you the way. Even though He’s holding out to you so many treasures and beautiful surprises of His love. Even though He has clearly marked the way for you so that you cannotContinue reading “Listen to God”
Believe Me
I have not stopped moving. I have not stopped speaking. When did you stop moving with Me? When did you stop listening? I’m right here where I’ve always been, doing the things I always do. When did you step off who the Word says I am and believe whatever you think makes you feel betterContinue reading “Believe Me”
Let Me Overcome.
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 “Let Me Overcome.”
Walk with Me
New things are coming. New winds are blowing. I’m talking more and more. Can you hear Me? Can you see Me moving? Can you feel My touch? I am real. And I am here, right where I’ve always been, calling you to come. Walk with Me. I know things have been hard, and at thisContinue reading “Walk with Me”
Step Back in
The future is changing. But My love never changes. What did I call you to that you never stepped out to do because so many other things in life got in the way? If I open the door for you now, walk on through. If not, your calling is not in vain. For I haveContinue reading “Step Back in”
It’s All About Me
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, thoughts and efforts on that I have not called you to — you must let go now. ItContinue reading “It’s All About Me”
One Way Through This
Time is running out. The forces of darkness and those who serve them are watching you. You must rise up and love. No more room for pride. Lay it down. All your opinions and ideas at My feet. All your need to be heard. Your anger. Your hatred. Your frustration. Your anxiety. The only wayContinue reading “One Way Through This”
No More Room for Pride
Time is short. The powers of darkness and the people who serve them are watching us. We can no longer allow Pride to rule us. Only surrender to Love will win this fight. And He asked me to share with you this story: One time, there weren’t enough microphones for our worship team, so theContinue reading “No More Room for Pride”
Following His Lead
What calling has the Lord laid on your heart? Have you said yes yet? There is power in surrender. Proverbs 3:5-6, John 5:19. Pray He will lead us in His paths, and we will not hold back. For a free guide to knowing God’s voice, the 2022 Delight to be a Woman of Wonder PowerContinue reading “Following His Lead”
Let Me Empower You
Is there something you’ve been trying so hard on, but whatever you’re doing just is not working? This morning, I felt the Lord saying, “I see how hard you’re trying. I understand your frustration and fear. I am here. And I love you. Just because you’re not seeing the results you thought you would doesn’tContinue reading “Let Me Empower You”
Courage to Stand
Mighty Warrior. When the Lord called Gideon that, it felt like a lie. He’d just been caught in the act of hiding his hard-earned wages so the new guys in charge wouldn’t seize everything his family needed to survive. Judges 6:1-12. Aren’t we God’s people? Isn’t this the nation He founded for Himself? How couldContinue reading “Courage to Stand”
A Prayer for Young People
Lord, we ask You for our youth, that You will give them a hunger for You. Ground them deep in faith. When they call to You, answer them, O God, in powerful ways. Give them a passion for Your Word, and clarity to distinguish truth from lies. Bring to them Godly relationships who will challengeContinue reading “A Prayer for Young People”
Only One Way Through This
Tensions are high these days. It’s easy to take your anger out on those you love. Please don’t do it. They are not your enemy. You do most definitely have an enemy. But it is not your family or even people at all. Ephesians 6:10-18. Please take the time you need to unplug. Stop theContinue reading “Only One Way Through This”
Prayers for a Blessed Thanksgiving
Lord, be our Shield. Protect us and our loved ones from harm. Don’t let the enemy spoil our time together, but cut him out of the meeting. Wherever he plans to sow dissension, bring love, peace, patience, and understanding instead. Help us be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to get angry. FillContinue reading “Prayers for a Blessed Thanksgiving”
Thanksgiving & Religious Freedom
Originally posted on More Than A Conqueror:
“Bow your head. Close your eyes.” Then comes the prayer, right? In my family, if my 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…
Lives Saved in Afghanistan
As we thank God this week for His blessings, let’s also thank Him for answered prayers for Afghanistan, for those who have been rescued from danger and for the courageous people who have been involved in those rescues. Most of these stories cannot be told publicly for security reasons, but here is one beautifully re-writtenContinue reading “Lives Saved in Afghanistan”
Two Released in Haiti
Two of the missionaries held hostage in Haiti have been released! Praise God! For security reasons, we cannot give more information at this time, but let’s continue to pray for the safe release and protection of the others who are still in danger. Lord, please protect those still held hostage and make a way forContinue reading “Two Released in Haiti”
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”
Pray for Russia
Russia is home to 185 people groups, 118 of which are classified as unreached. Due to border conflicts, economic issues and other difficulties in that nation, let’s pray for God’s purposes to prevail. Lord, we ask You, please, for a Great Awakening all throughout Russia. Meet every leader and influencer in powerful ways, showing themContinue reading “Pray for Russia”
Pray for Ukraine
About 28 of Ukraine’s 78 people groups are unreached with the Gospel. In addition, this has long been a region of conflict and oppression, which the current pandemic and tension on the border of Russia has only made all the more difficult. Let’s pray for God’s purposes to prevail and for millions to come toContinue reading “Pray for Ukraine”
Still My Focus
Being still isn’t easy. Especially when the demands of this world press against us. As I’ve been asking the Lord to teach me how to be still, He’s been opening up the way to quiet myself, even in the midst of those busy things of everyday life. To go ahead and make that granola, butContinue reading “Still My Focus”
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”
Surrendering 2022 to the Lord
We have a Sovereign One who holds our future in His hands. It’s not the president of a nation or any other governing party, whether evil or good. It’s the God Who loves us. Nothing happens except that the Sovereign One allows it. And if He allows it, then no matter what evil plans ourContinue reading “Surrendering 2022 to the Lord”
Don’t Let Mistakes Rule You
This morning the Lord woke me up pointing to all the many ways He invites us to freedom, but we refuse to listen. Has that happened to you? Has someone confronted you on a sin, but you argued in self-defense? Gave all the more excuses for why you need to do that? Blamed someone else?Continue reading “Don’t Let Mistakes Rule You”
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”
Let It Go
What is the biggest obstacle keeping you from being and doing what God has for you right now? As I asked the Lord what He wanted us to pray about today, this is the question He asked me to ask you. What you think is your biggest obstacle may not be. And what you thinkContinue reading “Let It Go”
Show Me Your Name
Asking God a question first thing in the morning and then looking and listening for His answer throughout the day has been an exciting way for me to grow in my faith and walk with Christ. A favorite morning conversation starter is to ask Jesus to reveal to me more about who He is throughContinue reading “Show Me Your Name”
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 “Oneness”
Amhara of Ethiopia
Ethiopia is #36 in Open Doors’ World Watchlist of most dangerous countries for Christians. The Amhara are Orthodox Christians who trace their roots back to Noah (through Shem). Due to violence in northern Ethiopia through recent years, an estimated 4 million people have been displaced, and thousands of Amhara women and girls have fallen preyContinue reading “Amhara of Ethiopia”
Freedom through Forgiveness
Mark 11:25, Romans 4:7; 12:14; Colossians 3:13; 1 Peter 4:8 Yesterday, the Lord awakened me inviting His people to open wide our hearts to forgive, to let the Lord set us free from the old offenses the enemy has still been using to yank us around. Then bitterness and fear will no longer control ourContinue reading “Freedom through Forgiveness”
Forgive
This morning, the Lord woke me up calling His bride to grace and forgiveness. Matthew 6:14-15; Psalm 32:1-5; Romans 12:17-21 When Jesus died on the cross, He paid for all our sin — from the tiniest infraction to that monstrous mistake we still regret. So, if our mile-high debt has been forgiven entirely, why areContinue reading “Forgive”
Election Day
Elections are today for Governor of Virginia, Governor of New Jersey. Other ballot measures will also be voted on this month by several states. God Almighty, You know the plans You have for us, plans to prosper us, not to harm us, plans to give us a hope and a future. You have promised thatContinue reading “Election Day”
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”
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 has 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 VictoryContinue reading “First Thought: Jesus”
Haiti: Don’t Stop Praying
Let’s continue praying for the safe release of those held hostage in Haiti. Lord, please be a Shield around the abducted Christian Aid Ministries missionaries and their children (6 men, 6 women; and 5 children ages 8 months and 3, 6, 13, 15 years). Guard them from harm, and make the way for their safeContinue reading “Haiti: Don’t Stop Praying”
The Hazara of Afghanistan
The Shi’ite Muslim Hazara have already lost more than half their population due to ethnic cleansing by Pashtun rulers and the Sunni Muslim Taliban over the years, but now that international troops have withdrawn, violence has increased all the more against this ancient people group native to central Afghanistan. Lord of Heaven and Earth, pleaseContinue reading “The Hazara of Afghanistan”
Fight the Right Fight
O Lord, if ever there was a time for Your church to rise up and shine, to throw off the bushels we’ve hidden Your light beneath, it is now. Matthew 5:14-16. Give us the mind of Christ to stop our bickering against one another about the things we actually agree upon, and to pray inContinue reading “Fight the Right Fight”
Fight to Follow
The more we surrender to Christ and walk as one with Him, the greater resistance we will experience not just from the world, but from within the church. Have you felt it yet? We have a real enemy. But it is not the verses that don’t fit into our agendas. And it’s not the brotherContinue reading “Fight to Follow”
Renouncing Lies, Speaking Truth
Our enemy loves to get us to agree with lies he feeds us contrary to the Word of God. They feel true, but they are not who we are in Christ. 2 Corinthians 10:3-5. Have you ever said or thought anything like this before? “I’m such a failure,” “I’ll never have enough money,” “I’ll alwaysContinue reading “Renouncing Lies, Speaking Truth”
Continued Prayers for Haiti
Kidnappers are now threatening to kill the missionaries held hostage for $17 million. Let’s continue praying for their safe release, and for the salvation and repentance of those holding them hostage. Let’s also not forget the earthquake victims ministered to by the missionaries. Share this with others who will also pray. Let’s join with other believers throughoutContinue reading “Continued Prayers for Haiti”
Worshipping the Worthy One
With all the disheartening news, in the midst of all our pain, anxiety, and anger, we choose to worship…. 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 breatheContinue reading “Worshipping the Worthy One”
New Life
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 cities, this nation and the world! To join the Prayer Wall, sign up at the foot of our Home page. For the NAMES OF GOD PRAYER JOURNALContinue reading “New Life”
Abducted Missionaries in Haiti
Lord, we pray for the 17 missionaries (including children) who are being held hostage for ransom by gang members in Haiti since Saturday. Be a Mighty Shield around them, holding back the enemy and caring for all their needs. Protect them from harm and fight for them. Reveal to rescuers the location where the hostagesContinue reading “Abducted Missionaries in Haiti”
Pray for Hong Kong
China has jumped six places from last year’s Open Doors World Watch List of most dangerous countries for Christians to live. In just three years, it has risen 26 places. That rapid increase of persecution has made its way into the booming economic zone of Hong Kong, with new laws clamping down on those seenContinue reading “Pray for Hong Kong”
Courage to Live
Where do we find ourselves now, Lord? Are we living for You? Or are we still wandering around in all our disappointments and fears, hoping our way might still work somehow? Oh, Lord, You keep bringing us to the end of ourselves, so we will rise up and choose You. Give us courage today toContinue reading “Courage to Live”
Prayer for the Persecuted
Lord, we ask You for Christians all throughout the world who are undergoing persecution at this time. Give them strength and courage to endure, forgive, love, and proclaim Your Good News, even in the face of great hardship. Give them wisdom every moment to know what to do, where to go, what to say; andContinue reading “Prayer for the Persecuted”
Return to What Is Right
Hosea 14, 6:1 This prayer was posted on the Prayer Wall this time last year. Still so relevant today. People of God, do not give up the fight. Let’s pray…. Lord, disconnect the enemy’s instructions from those who do his bidding. Throw the powers of darkness into confusion. And speak, Lord God Almighty. Loudly andContinue reading “Return to What Is Right”
Protect Our Children, Lord
With all the disturbing news of late—and that’s just what’s been brought to light—let’s pray for our children today…. Lord, we ask You for a shield of protection around our children. Please, Father, guard them with Your angels. Fight for them. When evil and harm come against them, stand in the way. Protect those whoContinue reading “Protect Our Children, Lord”
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