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”

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”

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”

Kingdoms Pass

In light of all the evil conquests of several world leaders at this time, let’s take comfort from this truth: “All people are like grass,    and all their glory is like the flowers of the field;the grass withers and the flowers fall,   but the word of the Lord endures forever.” 1 Peter 1:24-25 NIV Kingdoms rise andContinue reading “Kingdoms Pass”

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”

What Are You Working For?

One morning, the Lord awakened me to a vision of the bride scrubbing the floor, sweat on her brow. “I see you,” the Lord said to her. He reached out with both hands, and as she took them, He pulled her to her feet to look into His eyes. Don’t be like the wife whoContinue reading “What Are You Working For?”

Thankful for Religious Freedom

In many countries throughout the world, Christians must worship the Lord in silence, cut off from other believers because of dangerous political climates that condone persecution of those who do not agree with their agendas. After living almost three decades in one of those countries, where Christians are persecuted and where we could not legally meetContinue reading “Thankful for Religious Freedom”

Blessing Our Family Time

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 “Blessing Our Family Time”

Difficult 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 “Difficult Family Gatherings”

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”

A Deadly Weekend

When tens of thousands of people pressed into the streets of Seoul, South Korea‘s Itaewon neighborhood Saturday night to celebrate Halloween, the crowds grew so dense, they panicked, crushing people underfoot. A total of 154 died. In Mogadishu, Somalia on Saturday, at least 100 died and more than 300 others were wounded when two carContinue reading “A Deadly Weekend”

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”

North Korea’s Need for Christ

Yesterday, North Korea marked its 28th missile launch this year by firing two short-range ballistic missiles just off the east coast of the Korean Peninsula. Let’s pray for this Communist country counted as the second most dangerous in the world (next to Afghanistan). Lord, please bring an end to the reign of terror in NorthContinue reading “North Korea’s Need for Christ”

Ceasefires: Azerbaijan-Armenia, and Kyrgyzstan-Tajikistan

Praise God, a ceasefire appears to be holding at the border of Azerbaijan and Armenia. The death toll is up to 210 and rising because of many injuries. Continue praying here: Fighting for Armenia and Azerbaijan Meanwhile, more deadly fighting has erupted in Central Asia along the border of Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan, which appears to alsoContinue reading “Ceasefires: Azerbaijan-Armenia, and Kyrgyzstan-Tajikistan”

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”

Continued Prayer for Uvalde

A retired pastor, great grandfather of one of the fallen children in the Uvalde tragedy, told those gathered at a prayer vigil Thursday night he does not want to have hate in his heart for the murderer. In the aftermath of last Tuesday’s mass shooting at an elementary school in the small Texan community, speciallyContinue reading “Continued Prayer for Uvalde”

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”

Sandstorms in Iraq, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia

The ninth sandstorm since April ripped through Iraq this past week, hospitalizing more than 1,000 people with respiratory problems. Kuwait has also been affected, and Saudi Arabia suffered its second heavy sandstorm in just a few days. But these countries face far greater sorrow, as their many peoples have been cut off from the GospelContinue reading “Sandstorms in Iraq, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia”

Step Out of the World and into My Mind

My beloved child, I see your need to belong, to be accepted by those you look up to or want to be around, to be seen as someone important in their lives. You want them to like you, include you, see you as one of them, so you mold your viewpoints around theirs and stepContinue reading “Step Out of the World and into My Mind”

11 Babies Killed in Senegal

The West African country of Senegal is home to at least 26 people groups who do not yet know the Good News of Christ. Yesterday, a tragic fire broke out in the neonatal department of a hospital in Tivaouane, killing 11 newborn babies. Let’s pray for this 90-percent Muslim nation and for the families mourningContinue reading “11 Babies Killed in Senegal”

21 Killed in Mass Shooting

After Tuesday’s mass shooting of 19 children and two adults in an Uvalde, Texas, elementary school 54 miles from the Mexico border, let’s pray…. Lord, we ask You, please, for Your arms around the families grieving right now. Come so close to them that they hear Your voice comforting them and feel Your strong handsContinue reading “21 Killed in Mass Shooting”

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”

Repentance and Humility

James 4:10 Lord, we have wandered far from You. We have placed our own pain, fear, pride, selfishness, doubt, anger, judgment, lust and so much more above the simplicity of surrendering to You and letting Your Spirit guide our thoughts and actions. Proverbs 3:5-7, John 5:19. Forgive us, Lord. For we have left our FirstContinue reading “Repentance and Humility”

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”

Prayer for the Lost

Isaiah 51:6 Today, let’s pray for our neighbors, our leaders, and our loved ones who don’t know Christ. Feel free to use specific names as you pray…. Lord, we ask You, please, to lift the veil from their eyes so they can see You as You truly are. Give them a hunger for You, OContinue reading “Prayer for the Lost”

Come Up Here

Where are you spending most of your thoughts? Is there a situation that worries you? Someone who’s attacking you? A sin you feel trapped in? Are your problems so up-in-your-face it’s hard to see anything else? Anxious thoughts invite the enemy to worry you with all the more problems. So, if you want the LordContinue reading “Come Up Here”

Hermits Peak Fire

The Hermits Peak Calf Canyon fire, which began on April 6, has now destroyed hundreds of thousands of acres and homes in New Mexico. With more than 2,000 firefighters working tirelessly, as of yesterday, the blaze was only 27% contained. Let’s continue to pray for those who are in harm’s way, and those who haveContinue reading “Hermits Peak Fire”

Christians’ Response to Violence

On Sunday, a mass shooter open-fired on those gathered for lunch at Taiwanese Presbyterian Church in Laguna Woods, California, killing one and injuring five. The man who died actually gave his life to save the others. He confronted the shooter, who shot him multiple times. If it wasn’t for that sacrifice, many more may have died.Continue reading “Christians’ Response to Violence”

Prayer for Anxious Hearts

Lord, be our Shield. Block fear from invading our minds, hearts, and homes. When anxiety, worry, and panic overcome us, we have trouble trusting in Your Sovereignty and Your heart of Love. We try to take control, but everything’s so out of control, especially our racing hearts and spiraling thoughts. Rescue us, O Lord, fromContinue reading “Prayer for Anxious Hearts”

Psalm 91 Prayer

Today, let’s pray together Psalm 91 over our families…. We choose to live in Your shelter, O Most High, to abide in the shadow of the Almighty. We say to You, O Lord, You are our Refuge and our Fortress; our God, in Whom we trust. Deliver us from the snare of the fowler, forContinue reading “Psalm 91 Prayer”

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 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”

Violence in Israel

Since we last prayed for Israel in March, several more anti-Israeli attacks have happened, bringing the death toll up to 18 (including two Ukrainians and an Arab-Israeli police officer). At least 29 Palestinians have also died. Last week, just after the Muslim fasting month of Ramadan and the Jewish Passover feast overlapped, three Israelis wereContinue reading “Violence in Israel”

Life and Freedom

As the battle rages in the courts and throughout the USA for life and freedom…. Lord, we pray for every person caught up in this fight who does not yet personally know the One who gave them life. Give them a hunger for You so deep, they will seek You with all their hearts andContinue reading “Life and Freedom”

Turning Trials Around for Good

Each of us throughout this world faces multiple trials daily, but in the midst of it all is Jesus. No matter what evil our enemy has planned, our King has already made the way to turn it all around for good. The first and greatest work He is always doing in every circumstance is toContinue reading “Turning Trials Around for Good”

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”

Fires in New Mexico

About 6,000 homes have been evacuated and more than 15,000 homes are expected to be affected this week, with a total of more than 300,000 acres already burned in New Mexico this year due to drought. Let’s pray. Lord, please bring rain. Heal the land. Heal hurting hearts. Rescue those in danger. Cast out fearContinue reading “Fires in New Mexico”

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”

Haredim in North America

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 Jewish laws and traditions. (See more and prayer walk their neighborhoods at UPGNorthAmerica.com.) Lord,Continue reading “Haredim in North America”

Punjabi Sikhs of North America

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, they believe in one God and the equality of all people. (Read more atContinue reading “Punjabi Sikhs of North America”

Afghans of North America

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.) Toronto Vancouver Montreal Sacramento San Francisco Los Angeles Northern Virginia Seattle Houston New York Many are of these areContinue reading “Afghans of North America”

Day 30 of 30: Every Heart

Pray for a Great Awakening to Christ in the heart of every person all throughout this world. Come soon, O Lord!

Day 29 of 30: Singles, Couples

Pray for singles and couples to remain pure and be faithful to the one God brings to them to marry

Day 28 of 30: Children, Youth

Pray God will raise up a chosen generation of Muslim-background Christian youth who will lead out in their nations and communities to draw them to Christ.

Day 27 of 30: Families

Pray for whole families to come to Christ, and for Christian families to be lights in every community.

Day 26 of 30: Influencers

Pray for salvation and the Spirit’s leading for all who hold positions of influence.

Day 25 of 30: Governments

Pray for God’s hand in every aspect of government, policies, law-making, leadership and beyond.

Day 24 of 30: USA (or Other Country of Residence)

Pray for a great awakening to Christ in every heart in the US or your country of residence.

Day 23 of 30: North America

Pray for a great awakening to Christ in the heart of every person in the US, Canada and Greenland.

Day 22 of 30: Latin America

Pray for revival all throughout Latin America and the islands of the Caribbean

Day 21 of 30: Australia and the Pacific

Pray for the peoples of Australia, New Zealand, and the islands of the Pacific to awaken to Christ

Day 20 of 30: Southeast Asia

Pray for persecuted Christians and the more than 700 unreached people groups of Southeast Asia

Day 19 of 30: East Asia

Pray for the more than 450 unreached people groups of China, Mongolia, North Korea, South Korea, Taiwan and Japan

Day 18 of 30: South Asia

Pray for the Good News to reach into the nearly 4000 unreached people groups of South Asia.

Day 17 of 30: North Asia

Pray for Russia, Armenia, Azerbaijan, and Georgia to awaken to Christ’s love.

Day 16 of 30: Central Asia

Pray for the many unreached people groups of Central Asia to hear the Good News and be saved.

Day 15 of 30: Middle East

Pray for a great awakening to Christ’s love in the hearts of every person in the Middle East

Day 14 of 30: Africa (Central and Southern)

Pray for a great awakening to Christ’s love in the countries of Central and Southern Africa

Day 13 of 30: Africa (North-West-East)

Pray for a great awakening to Christ’s love in the countries of Northern, Western and Eastern Africa

Day 12 of 30: Eastern Europe

Pray for an awakening to Christ’s love in Eastern European countries

Day 11 of 30: Europe (West, North, South)

Pray for an awakening to Christ’s love in Western, Northern and Southern European countries

Day 10 of 30: Home Country

Pray for the country that is home to your family now, that God will make it a safe place for your children and others to grow up knowing Him.

Day 9 of 30: All Nations

Pray for a great awakening to Christ’s love in the heart of every person in every nation all throughout the world.

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

Day 6 of 30: Every Tongue

Pray for those who are cut off from the Gospel because there is no Bible or Christian witness in their heart language.

Day 5 of 30: Unreached Peoples

Pray for those who don’t have access to the Good News about Christ

Day 4 of 30: The Lost

Pray for those who don’t yet know Jesus to hunger for Him and choose Him as Savior.

Day 3 of 30: The Church

Pray for the church to shine Christ’s light in the darkness, turning all eyes to Him.

Day 2 of 30: Prodigals

Pray for those who were raised in the church, but then turned their back on God to run after the things of this world.

Day 1 of 30: My Own Heart

Pray God will set you free from the things that hold you back from more of Him.

Preparing for 30 Days

This year’s 30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening is April 2-May 1. Christians throughout the world will be gathering together in their quiet times daily to ask the Lord of the Harvest to awaken a hunger for Him in the heart of all peoples. Come join us! And invite others, as well. Sign upContinue reading “Preparing for 30 Days”

Truth and Justice

With the Hong Kong Supreme Court’s recent resignations and the current US Supreme Court’s nomination, let’s pray forth God’s purposes. Follow justice and justice alone, so that you may live and possess the land the Lord your God is giving you. Deuteronomy 16:20 NIV Lord, You alone are the Most High Judge, and all YourContinue reading “Truth and Justice”

Prayers for Israel

Let’s pray for Israel today, after an Arab gunman killed five Israelis yesterday — the third shooting in a week, bringing the death toll up to 11. Lord, please comfort those who mourn. Bring an end to this wave of violence and protect the innocent. March Your angel armies through the streets to restrain wrongContinue reading “Prayers for Israel”

30 Days of Prayer and Fasting

As the 30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening approaches this Saturday, April 2-May 1, 2022, have you considered a fast? For many people, fasting means no food. At all. And the thought of doing that for 30 days — or even one day — is overwhelming.  Perhaps you have a health condition, or you’ve tried fasting before and failed toContinue reading “30 Days of Prayer and Fasting”

Families Torn Apart by War

O Lord, please have mercy. Through the devastation of war and violence, hunger and terror, death and separation, so many children are growing up without a childhood. By Your mighty and merciful hand, please bring salvation, healing and wholeness to families broken apart by excessive trauma, especially in countries like Yemen, Ukraine, Syria, Afghanistan, andContinue reading “Families Torn Apart by War”

Kingdoms Pass

In light of all the evil conquests of several world leaders at this time, let’s take comfort from this truth: “All people are like grass,    and all their glory is like the flowers of the field;the grass withers and the flowers fall,   but the word of the Lord endures forever.” 1 Peter 1:24-25 NIV Kingdoms rise andContinue reading “Kingdoms Pass”

Those on Display

Today, I feel the Lord prompting us to pray for people who are currently prominent in the headlines. Please feel free to insert names into the prayer, as He leads. Lord, so many famous figures by worldly standards are rising up to speak out about the war, using it as a chance to get theirContinue reading “Those on Display”

Prayers for Parents

The years we have with our children under our roof are limited. Let’s pray God will guide Christian parents to raise up young men and women who love the Lord with all their hearts and who stand strong in Truth against the sway of the world and its lies. Pray Christian parents will Truly knowContinue reading “Prayers for Parents”

This Week’s Tornadoes

Let’s pray for families who are suffering after tornadoes swept across Oklahoma, Texas, Louisiana, and several other states this week. Lord, please comfort those mourning losses, and provide for their needs in a way they will know it is You. Use Christians to shine Your peace and love even in the midst of terrible hardship,Continue reading “This Week’s Tornadoes”

Godly Relationships

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 love and grace, so they will lay down their selfish desires and follow You all the days of their lives. Show them Your special purposes for their lives,Continue reading “Godly Relationships”

China’s Headlines

China has held several headlines in the news lately, the most tragic of which is a plane crash yesterday, which cost the lives of all 132 people on board. As the Chinese also battle increased surveillance, persecution, Covid lockdowns, and tension with other countries, especially neighboring Taiwan, let’s pray today for this vast country onContinue reading “China’s Headlines”

Fires in Texas

 At least 175 fires in the past week have burned nearly 95,000 acres across the state of Texas. Lord, please stop the fires. Dowse the land with rain today and bring relief. Be a Shield around every firefighter and give them wisdom to know how to contain the fires. Comfort families who have lost homesContinue reading “Fires in Texas”

Hope for the Stranded and Homeless

As I stood with other believers amid the rubble in the early morning, I watched a man load up his bicycle with what food he could carry. I wondered how he was going to ride that bike out of there with all the debris in the way, and where he planned to go, now thatContinue reading “Hope for the Stranded and Homeless”

Pray for the President

Lord, please give the President wisdom in every encounter. Guide his every decision, and bring forth the purposes You have for the US and its influence on the world. As he deals with pressure from all sides, show him where he needs to give in and where he needs to hold fast. Surround him withContinue reading “Pray for the President”

Yemen, Japan and Mariupol

Pray for Mariupol, Ukraine, especially for survivors from the attack on a theater, as they emerge from the rubble amidst heavy shelling. About 130 of the 1,300 who had sheltered in the building have been rescued so far. Throughout the city, more than 350,000 residents continue to hide in shelters, trapped by an average ofContinue reading “Yemen, Japan and Mariupol”

Praying into the Heart of Russia

In the midst of all the world is facing, God’s been calling me to report briefly on the news, but deeply on His heart. Wars, devastation, atrocities — none of this is new. We live in a fallen world where sin has made a terrible mark. We as Christ’s body must rise up from outContinue reading “Praying into the Heart of Russia”

Save the Children

More than 3 million refugees have fled Ukraine now, at least 1.5 million of them children. Amidst the mayhem, about 5000 Ukrainian children are unaccounted for. Orphans or others sent across borders unaccompanied by a parent are especially vulnerable to human traffickers and sex offenders. Let’s pray. Lord, we ask You, please, to be aContinue reading “Save the Children”

Saudi Arabia

As we continue praying for war-torn Ukraine and Yemen, let’s lift up Saudi Arabia, which has been in the news this week due to a mass execution last Saturday. Practicing any religion other than Wahhabism (a strict form of Islam) is illegal in Saudi Arabia, and leaving Islam is punishable by death, which rates itContinue reading “Saudi Arabia”

War in Yemen

Since 2015, more than 10,200 children have been injured or killed in the war in Yemen. Within the last two years, more than 2,000 children recruited by Shiite rebels have died fighting. At least four million people have been forced to flee their homes, and 20 million people are now dependent upon aid in orderContinue reading “War in Yemen”