After four failed rainy seasons (and possibly now a fifth), much of Somalia has plunged into severe drought and could soon face famine, especially with a drop in grain imports from Russia and Ukraine. Lack of food and water has already resulted in hundreds of deaths this year, many of those happening in children ofContinue reading “Somalia at Risk of Famine”
Tag Archives: Persecution
Abductions in Nigeria
Just two days before the Pentecost Sunday massacre and abduction of Catholic worshippers in southwest Nigeria, armed kidnappers attacked a Baptist pastor’s residence in Kachia, taking captive his five children and demanding a ransom of $96,000 for their release, along with another elderly man. Last month, a Methodist prelate was abducted in Abia State, butContinue reading “Abductions in Nigeria”
Peace in the Midst of Danger
As missionaries raising our children in one of the most dangerous countries in the world, we are often asked, “Aren’t you afraid?” At first, yes; very, in fact. But then, through heavy trials and spiritual warfare, the Lord cast out fear with His perfect love. 1 John 4:18. Not only did He carry us throughContinue reading “Peace in the Midst of Danger”
Deaths, Protests in Iran
Last weekend, a tower collapsed, killing 36 people in Khuzestan, Iran, where Arabs have been protesting since April because of massive price increases on food and other vital goods. Arabs are one of the 84 unreached people groups of Iran who have been cut off from hearing the Good News about Christ. In fact, IranContinue reading “Deaths, Protests in Iran”
When Prayer Is the Work, Missions Happens
The blank stares you see on the faces of those trapped by drugs and trafficking, or under oppressive regimes like North Korea and Afghanistan, and in war-torn countries like Syria and Myanmar are real. Our family has lived many years in one of the countries on the World Watchlist where Christians are persecuted. In fact,Continue reading “When Prayer Is the Work, Missions Happens”
Women in Saudi Arabia
As a woman in Saudi Arabia, heavily restricted and oppressed because of her gender, Nawal has suffered from depression and loneliness. Several years ago, she reached out over the internet seeking meaning in life and encountered Jesus through a Christian woman’s witness. As soon as her mother found out, Nawal was placed under house arrestContinue reading “Women in Saudi Arabia”
Arrests in Hong Kong
After the arrest on Wednesday of several public figures, including Cardinal Zen, who has been fighting for the survival of the Catholic Church in Hong Kong, let’s pray…. Lord, we ask You, please, to draw near to every Christian who has been arrested or imprisoned for their faith. Let them feel You close and hearContinue reading “Arrests in Hong Kong”
Prayers for Cuba
In an explosion Friday at Havana’s historic Hotel Saratoga (featured photo), at least 27 people died and dozens were injured. Due to increased restrictions on churches by the ruling Communist Party, Cuba jumped from just off the top 50 most dangerous place for Christians (right at 51) last year to number 37 in 2022. “ChristianContinue reading “Prayers for Cuba”
Day 8 of 30: Persecution
Pray for both believers and seekers who suffer persecution, especially in closed countries
Day 7 of 30: Closed Countries
Pray for those who live under oppressive regimes that don’t allow missionaries or freedom of religion
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