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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 23-April 21 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”

Provisional Release for Pilot Ryan

We praise God that missionary pilot Ryan Koher and the two elderly South Africans, W.J. du Plessis and Eric Dry, who were detained together with him, have been granted a provisional release from prison. Their case is ongoing, so they must remain in Mozambique at this time. Let’s pray the final outcome will be aContinue reading “Provisional Release for Pilot Ryan”

Torture Could Not Shake This Eritrean’s Faith

Last month, we prayed for 44 Christians arrested in Eritrea. While we do not have an update on their situation, we’d like to share with you the testimony of how God sustained one Eritrean prisoner recently released: At age 21, Twen Theodros had only believed in Jesus two years when she was arrested for attendingContinue reading “Torture Could Not Shake This Eritrean’s Faith”

Dinner and a Prayer

March 23 – April 21 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 for these 30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening are especially significant because they coincide with Islamic Ramadan, when faithful Muslims will fast throughout theContinue reading “Dinner and a Prayer”

Fire in Rohingya Huts, but also in Many Hearts

This week, a fire ripped through the Kutupalong refugee camp of Cox’s Bazar district, Bangladesh, burning nearly 3,000 huts and displacing about 12,000 Rohingya people. No casualties were reported this time, but devastating fires are common among the makeshift shacks stacked together in this and other refugee camps. The estimated 1 million stateless Rohingya shelteringContinue reading “Fire in Rohingya Huts, but also in Many Hearts”

Urgent Prayer Request for a Brother in Africa

We just received word yesterday from brothers and sisters in East Africa that a Christian convert from another religion was beaten by extremists and has sustained head injuries. A warrior from another tribe who works as a security guard rescued him and is now hiding him. Join us for 30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening MarchContinue reading “Urgent Prayer Request for a Brother in Africa”

Ryan Koher’s Plane Released

We praise God that although missionary pilot Ryan Koher has not yet been released, his plane has! The Cessna 206 was returned to Missionary Aviation Fellowship (called Ambassador Aviation in Mozambique) a few days ago. Although Mozambique is a Christian-majority nation, brutal persecution by Muslim extremists has ranked it one of the most dangerous countries in theContinue reading “Ryan Koher’s Plane Released”

Christians in Turkey Quake Zone Ask for Prayer

Today marks the one-month anniversary of the tragic quake that has cost nearly 52,000 lives in Turkey and Syria. More than 45,000 of those fatalities happened in Turkey, making February 6 the deadliest earthquake that nation has experienced in possibly 1,500 years. Everyone lost someone, say Christians who survived and are now helping provide shelter,Continue reading “Christians in Turkey Quake Zone Ask for Prayer”

To Fast or Not to Fast?

Our 30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening here at the Prayer Wall is coming up soon! 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 posts, includingContinue reading “To Fast or Not to Fast?”

Pray for Missionary Pilot Ryan’s Release from Prison

As Mission Aviation Fellowship pilot Ryan Koher and two elderly South African volunteers, W. J. du Plessis and Eric Dry, near four months of imprisonment without formal charges in Mozambique, let’s pray all the more fervently for their release. Here is the latest update from MAF: “At the end of four months, Mozambican law requires theContinue reading “Pray for Missionary Pilot Ryan’s Release from Prison”

This Week’s Earthquake in Turkey

At least one person died and more than 60 were injured in yet another earthquake in Southeastern Turkey this Monday. The 5.6 magnitude temblor, which toppled buildings in Malatya Province, came a week after last Monday’s 6.3 quake in Antakya, and three weeks after the first Monday earthquake with a death toll that has nowContinue reading “This Week’s Earthquake in Turkey”

Pray for Refugees in Danger

At least 63 migrants seeking to reach Europe from Afghanistan, Iran and other countries in distress died in a shipwreck near the coast of southern Italy Sunday. About 81 survived, 20 of whom are hospitalized, but dozens may still be missing. Accidents like this have become all too common as those fleeing war, violence, humanContinue reading “Pray for Refugees in Danger”

Burmese Christians Ask for Prayer

Since a military coup seized power from the elected government in Myanmar two years ago, security forces have slaughtered an estimated 3,000 people. Fighting in the mostly Christian Chin State has left countless families homeless and hiding in the jungles, their villages burned, and dozens of churches ransacked, shelled and occupied. The minority peoples ofContinue reading “Burmese Christians Ask for Prayer”

Antioch Aftershock

Just two weeks after Turkey’s devastating earthquake that killed more than 48,000, another 6.3 magnitude quake, followed by 90 aftershocks, hit Antakya (the ancient biblical city of Antioch) on Monday. At least six people died, with nearly 300 injured, and 130 injured in northwest Syria. Let’s continue to pray for these and all those sufferingContinue reading “Antioch Aftershock”

Get Ready for March 23-April 21

Mark your calendar and prepare now for this spring’s 30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening March 23-April 21 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 23-April 21”

Miracles in the Earthquake

The death toll in southern Turkey and northern Syria from the February 6 earthquake is now upwards of 44,000. On Tuesday, rescuers freed nine more survivors from their rubble prisons. But now that it’s been well over a week, finding anyone alive is a miracle. Today, I feel the Lord leading us to focus ourContinue reading “Miracles in the Earthquake”

Deadly Fires in Chile

At least 26 have died and more than 2,000 have been injured in fires raging across south-central Chile for more than a week now. Over 1,500 homes and nearly 900,000 acres of forests have been destroyed. Thousands of people have been displaced, while summer temperatures soar above 100 degrees Fahrenheit. Volunteers have joined with thousandsContinue reading “Deadly Fires in Chile”

Extremist Meets Jesus in a Vision

Over the past few weeks, we’ve shared story after story of persecuted and martyred Christians, usually at the hands of Muslim extremists. Converts from Islam and those who help them to faith are in the greatest danger, especially in Africa, where more than 90% of the world’s Christian martyrs last year took their last earthlyContinue reading “Extremist Meets Jesus in a Vision”

Christians Spread Love in Wake of Quake

Christians in Syria and Turkey are asking for prayer for God’s empowering and wisdom, as they work together around the clock to help those in desperate need in the aftermath of this week’s vicious series of earthquakes in Turkey and Syria. Believers throughout both countries have sent medical units, food, blankets, baby formula and otherContinue reading “Christians Spread Love in Wake of Quake”

Earthquake in Papua, Indonesia

A 5.1 magnitude earthquake hit Papua, Indonesia, killing 4 yesterday, the latest in a string of hundreds of strong quakes recorded in that province since the beginning of January. This comes after November’s 5.6 quake in Java Province that killed more than 331. Meanwhile, Turkey and Syria continue to reel with hundreds of aftershocks, someContinue reading “Earthquake in Papua, Indonesia”

Christians Trapped Under Rubble

The death toll from the devastating earthquake that hit Turkey and Syria Monday has risen to nearly 8,000 now. In Turkey, about 6,000 deaths have been reported and around 35,000 injured. In Syria, close to 2,000 have been reported dead and nearly 4,000 injured. Over 16,000 search and rescue teams and additional international teams haveContinue reading “Christians Trapped Under Rubble”

Earthquake Kills Thousands in Turkey, Syria

A devastating 7.8 magnitude earthquake hit Gaziantep in southeast Turkey near the border of Syria yesterday, causing the deaths of more than 4,000 people in both countries. Thousands are injured and many are still missing. Let’s pray. Lord, please protect and rescue those who are trapped. Keep them safe and warm. Guide rescuers to findContinue reading “Earthquake Kills Thousands in Turkey, Syria”

Christians Imprisoned in Eritrea

Eritrean authorities recently arrested 44 Christians as they gathered in homes, reports Release International. The 39 women and four men will likely face torture and even death unless they renounce Jesus. They join an estimated 400-1000 others imprisoned for their faith in the East African country, which ranks fourth on Open Doors’ World Watchlist ofContinue reading “Christians Imprisoned in Eritrea”

Update from Koher in Prison

Let’s continue to pray for three Christians imprisoned in Mozambique. Here is their story and an update: On November 4, a pilot with Mission Aviation Fellowship, Ryan Koher met with two South Africans as they prepared for a routine flight to deliver vitamins and other needed supplies to orphanages trapped by ongoing jihadist violence inContinue reading “Update from Koher in Prison”

Four Christians Killed, Four Injured in Sudan

A Sudanese-American pastor and three other Christians were gunned down Monday by terrorists in Kadugli, southern Sudan. Four others were also injured in the attack. (Read the full story at MorningStarNews.org.) Although the country had made some strides toward religious freedom, ever since the coup in 2021, Islamic extremism and terrorism, especially against Christians, hasContinue reading “Four Christians Killed, Four Injured in Sudan”

Tragic Times in Pakistan

On Sunday, ten children died when a boat carrying 25-30 students on a day trip from school capsized in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province, Pakistan. Nine are still missing. On the same day, a bus plummeted off a bridge in Balochistan Province, killing 41 people, the third such incident in that state this year (At least 22Continue reading “Tragic Times in Pakistan”

Bomb Kills Dozens of Police in Pakistan

A suspected suicide bomb exploded in a police compound mosque during afternoon prayers in Peshawar, Pakistan yesterday, at least 88 people and injuring about 50 others during afternoon prayers. Pakistan is nearly 98% Muslim and ranks seventh on the list of most dangerous countries for Christians due to violent Islamic oppression. It is home to 828 peopleContinue reading “Bomb Kills Dozens of Police in Pakistan”

Letter from Imprisoned Pilot

Here at the Prayer Wall, we have been asking the Lord for the quick release of a pilot with Mission Aviation Fellowship, Ryan Koher, and two South Africans who helped with his ministry. The three are being held in a maximum security prison in Mozambique on an accusation of “supporting terrorism” because of an intendedContinue reading “Letter from Imprisoned Pilot”

Nigeria: Dozens of Christians Martyred in a Week

After the January 15 attacks, many more Christians have been martyred and abducted in Nigeria. In Kaduna State on the 17th, five believers were murdered and many more injured. On the same day in another village, terrorists kidnapped a Catholic teacher and killed a church worker. Fulani militants kidnapped four more believers on the 17thContinue reading “Nigeria: Dozens of Christians Martyred in a Week”

Haiti: Violence at Highest Levels

Gang violence in Haiti has increased all the more these last three months, placing it at the highest levels in several decades. Abductions have also increased, children cannot attend school, government has been impeded and residents are afraid to leave their homes. Thousands of Haitians are fleeing the island, including nearly 400 migrants recently interceptedContinue reading “Haiti: Violence at Highest Levels”

Afghanistan: A Deadly Winter

More than 150 people have died in Afghanistan, many of those just in the last few days, due to sub-zero temperatures and limited humanitarian aid (worsened by the Taliban’s ban on female NGO workers). An estimated 70,000 livestock have also died. Nearly 30 million people are in need of urgent humanitarian assistance to survive, andContinue reading “Afghanistan: A Deadly Winter”

Uganda: Convert Martyred after Helping 100 to Christ

In 2020, Ahamada Mafabi left Islam to believe in Jesus because of the faithful and loving witness of a pastor in Butaleja District, eastern Uganda. Uganda’s constitution provides for freedom of religion, and more than 83% of the African nation’s population is Christian. But Islamic extremists, especially in the east, continue to terrorize believers. So,Continue reading “Uganda: Convert Martyred after Helping 100 to Christ”

Missionary Pilot Still in Prison

Let’s continue praying for a speedy release for Ryan Koher, a pilot with Mission Aviation Fellowship, who has been in a Mozambique prison for nearly three months without formal charges. He is now suffering from a health issue related to bug bites while in solitary confinement. Lord, we ask You for a miracle for RyanContinue reading “Missionary Pilot Still in Prison”

A Deadly Sunday in Nigeria

Two churches in northwest Nigeria suffered terrorist attacks last Sunday, January 15. In Katsina State’s Dansauri village, extremists attacked Global Mission Church, shooting the pastor and kidnapping 25 members. Praise God, nine of those were able to escape. On the same day, A Catholic priest was burned to death in his home at the handContinue reading “A Deadly Sunday in Nigeria”

DRC: Explosion Kills 17 at Baptism Service

As a crowd of hundreds gathered for the baptism of 60 new believers outside a Pentecostal church in Beni, Democratic Republic of Congo, on Monday this week, a terrorist bomb killed 17 and injured around 60 others. The Islamic extremist attack in North Kivu Province is one of many in recent years due to theContinue reading “DRC: Explosion Kills 17 at Baptism Service ”

Pray for Persecuted Christians in Mexico

Mexico is one of the world’s most dangerous places for Christians. Cartels often target faithful believers for elimination because they speak out against their evil deeds. In addition, in rural indigenous communities, churches are often closed down by village leaders. Those who turn from traditional religious beliefs may face fines, imprisonment, forced displacement or, inContinue reading “Pray for Persecuted Christians in Mexico”

Nepal: Pray for Those Who Mourn

Let’s pray for those mourning the deaths of loved ones after a tragic plane crash this weekend near Pokhara, Nepal. At least 68 died, and four are still missing. Lord, please comfort those who mourn. Bring Christians to them to show them Your love. Give them a hunger for You, for only You can bringContinue reading “Nepal: Pray for Those Who Mourn”

Christians Under Attack in India

Let’s continue praying for Christians under attack by Hindu extremists in India. Click here for a recent report: Church in Central India attacked by extremist mob Mikaela Vincent and her husband are missionaries who live by faith, trusting in God to provide for their needs as they pray for and share Christ with the nations.Continue reading “Christians Under Attack in India”

Hope for Yemen

Yemen is 99.7% Muslim and considered one of the top most dangerous countries in the world for seekers and followers of Jesus. As intense as persecution of Christians has been, nearly a decade of violent, hate-filled war between Muslims themselves has led many Yemenis to question their beliefs, seek Truth and find Jesus. God ofContinue reading “Hope for Yemen”

Oppressive Regimes

Today, let’s pray from Isaiah 51:5 for the Lord’s righteousness, justice, salvation and hope to come swiftly to those who suffer throughout the world under oppressive governments, especially this past year’s World Watchlist of the top 10 most dangerous countries for those who wish to follow Christ: Lord, may Your righteousness draw near speedily, andContinue reading “Oppressive Regimes”

Hong Kong Pastor Released from China Prison

At the Prayer Wall, we’ve been praying for pastors in China and Hong Kong who have been imprisoned for their faith. This week, we praise the Lord for the release of Rev. Garry Pang Moon-yuen, a Hong Kong pastor who was imprisoned in China for seven months on a false conviction of sedition. He isContinue reading “Hong Kong Pastor Released from China Prison”

Covid Raging through China

Since China reversed its zero-Covid policy at the beginning of December, we have received numerous reports from within China of Christians suffering from the illness. It appears nearly the entire country has been affected. This is especially difficult for minority people groups and others in isolated villages who have no medical care available to them,Continue reading “Covid Raging through China”

Prayer Warriors Attacked in Uganda

Open Doors reported yesterday on their prayer app that a father and son, former Muslims in Uganda who converted to Christianity, were attacked by Islamic extremists after leaving an all-night prayer meeting December 10. Uganda has no laws against conversions. In fact, it is a mostly Christian nation. Persecution comes from Muslim communities who seekContinue reading “Prayer Warriors Attacked in Uganda”

Pray for Our Brothers and Sisters in Danger

Here at the Prayer Wall, we’ve shared several stories about Muslims in closed countries who have found Jesus. Let’s continue praying for their protection, as they face persecution and even death for their faith. O Lord, thank You for those in Muslim countries who have chosen to follow You. Be a Shield around them andContinue reading “Pray for Our Brothers and Sisters in Danger”

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 Forbidden

Did you consider not celebrating Christmas this year? What got you thinking along those lines? Commercialism? Traditions with pagan roots? Some other reason on an ever-growing list? Christmas takes on a whole new meaning when you live where it is forbidden. Where even one decoration in your home could get you arrested. Where telling theContinue reading “When Christmas Is Forbidden”

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”

Pray for Afghanistan’s Future

Since the Taliban gained control in August of 2021, about 90% of Afghanistan’s population has plunged into poverty and hunger. Oppressive restrictions against women have also increased, including forbidding girls from attending high school. Most have been helping their families with planting vegetables and other meager means of staying alive. This week, Afghan authorities allowedContinue reading “Pray for Afghanistan’s Future”

Hindis of North America

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 and specialists in I.T. The largest pockets are found in cities like NewContinue reading “Hindis of North America”

Hindu Woman Finds Jesus

Ria* was born into a religion with elaborate rituals for worshipping as many as 330 million gods. But in the 1970s, she began a quest for truth, asking questions about other religions. At last, two years ago, God brought Maleah* into her life. As the younger Christian shared Jesus’ love, Ria resisted at first, sayingContinue reading “Hindu Woman Finds Jesus”

Ukraine: Frozen and in the Dark

While Russia itself faces subzero weather, poverty, hunger and lack of heat, much of Ukraine is also now freezing in the dark following the Kremlin’s targeted attacks on their energy sources. With icy temperatures, blackouts, and lack of heat or running water, Ukrainian cities such as Kherson and Kyiv have set up tents and otherContinue reading “Ukraine: Frozen and in the Dark”

Russia’s Truly Cold War

With the war against Ukraine costing Russia an estimated $1 billion per day, little infrastructure is left to deal with winter’s brutality in the vast northern country, where temperatures stay below freezing for many weeks on end. Power outages, busted pipes and other heating failures are already costing lives and promising to far surpass lastContinue reading “Russia’s Truly Cold War”

Missionary Pilot Imprisoned in Mozambique

As Ryan Koher of Mission Aviation Fellowship readied his plane to take vitamins to needy orphans in tumultuous northern Mozambique at the beginning of November, he and two elderly South African volunteers, W. J. du Plessis and Eric Dry, were detained. Even after a month of emprisonment, charges against them remain unclear but may involveContinue reading “Missionary Pilot Imprisoned in Mozambique”

Pakistan Ceasefire Ceased

In June, the Pakistani Taliban (TTP) agreed to a ceasefire with the government. But on Monday, the TTP ended that ceasefire and ordered terrorist attacks throughout the country. Even with the ceasefire, a reported 65 or more such attacks had already taken place in the northwestern province bordering Afghanistan, killing nearly 100 people and woundingContinue reading “Pakistan Ceasefire Ceased”

Explosion in Afghanistan

An estimated 19 are dead and at least 24 injured, after a blast ripped through the Al Jihad madrasa (religious school) in Aybak, northern Afghanistan, Wednesday. Among the victims were children and other innocents. Ruled by an oppressive regime, the 99.8% Muslim country is home to 68 people groups still unreached with the gospel, andContinue reading “Explosion in Afghanistan”

Chinese Churches in UK Growing

Despite yesterday’s post that Christians are no longer the majority in the UK, Chinese churches in England have doubled and tripled in size because of the large numbers of immigrants from Hong Kong. In fact, one Chinese church in Manchester has grown from 200 to 1,200. “Almost 1 in 4 Hong Kong immigrants to theContinue reading “Chinese Churches in UK Growing”

UK Majority No Longer Christian

A new census report released on Tuesday indicates the number of Christians in the United Kingdom has dropped in the last 20 years from nearly 72% to 46.2%. Those who claim no religion are now the second largest population at 37.2%, up from 15% 20 years ago; while the number of Muslims has grown toContinue reading “UK Majority No Longer Christian”

Continued Prayers for Iran

Since protests began against Iran’s oppressive regime in September, reports have surfaced of 18,000 people arrested and more than 450 killed, including 63 children. Last week, the niece of Iran’s supreme leader was arrested for speaking out against his regime. Iran is 98% Muslim, with 84 people groups still unreached with the Gospel. and ranksContinue reading “Continued Prayers for Iran”

Italy: Deadly Landslide

A devastating landslide on the island of Ischia, Italy, collapsed buildings and swept vehicles out to sea this weekend, killing at least eight people, including three children. Rescues are underway to seek those still missing. Italy is home to 23 unreached people groups, most of those Muslim. Lord, please rescue those in danger, heal theContinue reading “Italy: Deadly Landslide”

Uganda: Ebola, Hunger and Refugees

An Ebola outbreak that began in Uganda in September has resulted in at least 55 deaths, including six healthcare workers. Of the 141 deadly hemorrhagic fever cases reported, 15 healthcare workers have been infected. This summer, more than 200 people died of hunger in Uganda. Meanwhile, nearly 70,000 refugees from Democratic Republic of the CongoContinue reading “Uganda: Ebola, Hunger and Refugees”

Christians Released from Iranian Prison

Praise God two Christian prisoners in an Iranian prison known as the “torture factory” were recently released without explanation. Both Nasser Narvad Gol-Tapeh, a 61-year old Christian man and house church attender, and Fariba Dalir, a 51-year-old mother and house church planter, were charged with “acting against national security” because of their underground church involvement.Continue reading “Christians Released from Iranian Prison”

Fighting for Russia’s Heart

Ukraine announced this week an estimated 70,000 Russian troops have died since the invasion began early this year. Let’s pray and not cease…. 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,Continue reading “Fighting for Russia’s Heart”

Letters Smuggled Out of North Korea

Yesterday, we prayed for North Korea, where between 300,000 and 500,000 Christians follow Jesus secretly. “Any North Korean caught following Jesus is at immediate risk of imprisonment, brutal torture, and/or death,” states Open Doors. An estimated 50,000 to 70,000 Christians are imprisoned in labor camps and prisons. In addition, North Koreans have been facing death byContinue reading “Letters Smuggled Out of North Korea”

Going Coup Coup

This weekend, Burkina Faso fell to its second coup this year. In fact, six coups in two years have rocked West Africa and surrounding countries, mostly due to pervading poverty, hunger and uncurbed violence by Muslim extremists, warring tribes, and national militia. These coups have yet to “fix” the problems of West Africa, and as IContinue reading “Going Coup Coup”

Pray for Myanmar’s Children

A Myanmar military helicopter fired at a school in central Sagain Region, Myanmar, killing at least six children and wounding another 17 last week. Unfortunately, these kinds of attacks are all too common in Myanmar since a military coup early last year. Lord, please have mercy on Myanmar, especially on the innocent who have noContinue reading “Pray for Myanmar’s Children”

Kenya’s Praying President

A village boy who grew up in a Protestant family, the first thing William Ruto did when confirmed by the Supreme Court as Kenya’s new president was to get down on his knees next to his wife Rachel and other leaders to pray. More than 80 percent of Kenya’s population of 54 million profess Christianity.Continue reading “Kenya’s Praying President”

Hundreds Turn to Christ in Myanmar

Since a military coup in Myanmar early last year, thousands of innocent people have died, many of those Christians. Fighting in the mostly Christian Chin State has left countless families homeless and hiding in the jungles, their villages burned, and dozens of churches ransacked, shelled and occupied. Baptist pastor Cung Biak Hum was gunned downContinue reading “Hundreds Turn to Christ in Myanmar”

Let Us Not Grow Weary

Tired of the constant news of bombings, death and atrocities in Ukraine, our war-weary hearts can tend to wane in prayer, aid and even interest. Donations to Christian agencies like SendRelief.org that provide help for Ukrainians in need have a tendency to dwindle the longer the battle continues. But displaced families are still hungry andContinue reading “Let Us Not Grow Weary”

Pakistan Death Toll Now Over 1,000

At least 33 million people have been affected by severe flooding in Pakistan due to monsoon rains. More than 1,000 have died, among them hundreds of children, and another more than 1,500 people have been injured. Nearly 500,000 homes have been damaged and nearly 200,000 people displaced to relief camps across the country. Normally, duringContinue reading “Pakistan Death Toll Now Over 1,000”

Lifting Up Ukraine

Lord, please fill Ukraine with Your angel armies, fighting for what is right and good, fighting for a future with You in it. Meet every person in powerful ways, so that they feel Your presence near. When they cry out to You, answer them, O God. Rescue the lost on both sides, heal them, deliverContinue reading “Lifting Up Ukraine”

Ceasefire Extended Again in Yemen

A ceasefire agreed upon by warring parties in Yemen April 2 and renewed June 2 was renewed once again August 2. Although several offensive actions have taken place over the last four months, for the most part Yemenis have had a much-needed respite from the eight-year-long war that has killed tens of thousands of children,Continue reading “Ceasefire Extended Again in Yemen”

Deadly Landslides in Brazil

Thousands of people from the favelas (hillside shacks) in Pernambuco, Brazil, have been displaced; about 100 have died, and at least 14 are still missing after landslides Friday. Loving Father, please rescue those who are trapped, heal those who are injured, comfort those who mourn, provide for those in need, and rebuild the lives ofContinue reading “Deadly Landslides in Brazil”

Deadly Stampede in Nigeria

On Saturday, Christians from the Kings Assembly Pentecostal Church in Rivers State, Nigeria, set out to offer hope to their community by hosting a charity event with free clothing, shoes and other items. People began arriving before dawn to secure their place in line, but before the gates opened at 9 a.m., the crowd brokeContinue reading “Deadly Stampede in Nigeria”

Angel, Miracles in Cuba

Next to Havana’s historic Hotel Saratoga, where an apparent gas explosion killed at least 46 and injured more than 90 on May 6th, a historic Baptist church also was destroyed in the blast. Praise God, of the 15 adults and three children present, none were killed or harmed. “One man left three children in theContinue reading “Angel, Miracles in Cuba”

50 New Lives in Cuba

About 50 people have come to Christ in the aftermath of the May 6th explosion, which killed at least 46 and injured more than 90, at a historic hotel in Havana, Cuba. The blast also caused considerable damage to Calvary Baptist Church, which housed two parsonages, a seminary, and the offices of the Baptist ConventionContinue reading “50 New Lives in Cuba”

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”

Prayers for Palestine

Due to recent unrest and a death toll of nearly 50 people in the region of the Holy Land this year, let’s pray for Palestine today. Lord, please guard every heart and soften it to You. Give Palestinians such a hunger for You they will search for You with all their hearts and find YouContinue reading “Prayers for Palestine”

Today’s Prayers for Ukraine

As Russia celebrates its annual Victory Day today (defeating Nazi Germany during World War II), let’s continue to pray for those in danger and on the frontlines of the current war in Ukraine: For an awakening to Christ in the heart of every Ukrainian and Russian; for the lost to hunger for Him so deeply,Continue reading “Today’s Prayers for Ukraine”

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”

Floods in Afghanistan

At least 22 people have been killed and 40 injured due to heavy rainfall and flooding in Afghanistan. At least 500 houses have been destroyed, 2,000 homes damaged, 300 head of livestock killed and about 3,000 acres of crops damaged. All this comes after years of drought, war, terrorism and starvation. Let’s pray. Lord, onceContinue reading “Floods in Afghanistan”