In 2021, an estimated nearly 6,000 Christians were martyred for their faith worldwide, 4,650 of those in Nigeria. “In much of northern Nigeria, Christians live their lives under the constant threat of attack from Boko Haram, the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP), Fulani militants and criminals who kidnap and murder with few consequences. ISWAP andContinue reading “Praying LIFE over Nigeria”
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Healing Madagascar
Two weeks after tropical storm Ana blasted across the island country of Madagascar in late January, killing more than 41 people and displacing almost 72,000 from their homes, a second storm hit this weekend. Cyclone Batsirai (which means “help” in the Shona language) killed more than 20 people and displaced an estimated 69,000. O Father,Continue reading “Healing Madagascar”
Driving Out Fear
These past couple of weeks, we’ve been praying through Isaiah 51. Today, as we look at verses 12-13, ask the Lord to bring to mind times when you have made decisions based on fear — especially fear of man — rather than seeking God for what He wanted to do through you in that situation.Continue reading “Driving Out Fear”
Run the Race
As Olympic celebrations begin today, let’s pray for the Good News to run fast, spreading from “bubble” to “bubble” and catching hearts on fire for the One this life is for. Lord, give Christians participating in the Olympics strength and endurance to run the race well during the trying times they will face over theContinue reading “Run the Race”
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”
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”
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”
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