In the first two weeks of 2026, Yemeni authorities detained more than 50 Christians who are now missing and likely undergoing intense interrogation, including torture. (January 14, Open Doors UK) Yemeni Christians ask for prayer: Yemen ranks #3 on Open Doors’ World Watchlist of most dangerous countries in the world for Christians to live dueContinue reading “50+ Christians Detained, Disappeared in Yemen”
Tag Archives: Prayer
Blessings in the Midst of Trials
Today’s prayer is from Romans 8:28: Lord, this past year has been hard for many of us, but right now, we just want to pause and thank You for the good things You have brought out of our trials. For the ways You have transformed our hearts. For the unexpected blessings. For the joy ofContinue reading “Blessings in the Midst of Trials”
Nigeria: 177 Christians Abducted During Church Services Sunday
Join us for 30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening February 18-March 19. Updated February 21: Praise God, He has answered our prayers here at the Prayer Wall! Reports have come in that all 177 Christians abducted from two churches in Kaduna State on January 18 have been rescued by security services. No ransom wasContinue reading “Nigeria: 177 Christians Abducted During Church Services Sunday”
Headline Prayers: Fires, Gangs, Protests, Trains
Pray with us for those suffering and grieving, as well as those who have caused the suffering, that they will recognize their need for Christ, turn to Him and be saved: IRAN: Between 5,000 and 20,000 died in recent protests against the regime. CHILE: Wildfires killed 19 and forced about 50,000 to evacuate. SPAIN: AtContinue reading “Headline Prayers: Fires, Gangs, Protests, Trains”
What It Comes Down To
Join us for 30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening, February 18-March 19. James 1:12, Revelation 2:10, Philippians 3:7-14 These times are raging into the last days. It’s not about what a great job you have or how comfortable your life is, or even how much freedom your country gives you. It comes down toContinue reading “What It Comes Down To”
Surrender to God Brings Peace
How are you doing with processing the news and current events these days? Are you worried about the future, as war rages around the world? Or are you going about your life as if all that evil is happening over there and will never affect you? Are you wondering what will happen in our countryContinue reading “Surrender to God Brings Peace”
Power in Surrender
What has God asked you to do this year that feels beyond your capability? Have you said “Yes” yet? Don’t decide whether or not to obey the Lord based on your perceived abilities or inadequacies. If He calls you to teach, ask Him to teach through you. If He tells you to give sacrificially, trustContinue reading “Power in Surrender”
Nigeria: 73 Killed in Two Weeks
As you read this report, please pray for protection over Christians and others in danger, for healing and comfort for those who are wounded or mourning, and for their persecutors to encounter Christ in powerful ways and be saved: At least 73 people were murdered in the first two weeks of 2026, as persecution againstContinue reading “Nigeria: 73 Killed in Two Weeks”
2026 Most Dangerous Countries for Christians
Join us for 30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening, February 18-March 19. Order the war room prayer book for screen-free quiet times, or join the Prayer Wall by entering your email below, and receive the daily posts in your inbox each morning. Open Doors’ World Watchlist reports 4,849 Christian martyrs worldwide in 2025, 4,491Continue reading “2026 Most Dangerous Countries for Christians”
Trash Avalanche, Deadly Elephant, More News for Prayer
INDIA: At least 22 people, including a family of four, were killed by an elephant in 12 or more separate attacks over the last two weeks in West Singhbhum district of Jharkhand state. PHILIPPINES: A massive mound of garbage collapsed at a landfill in Binaliw village, Cebu City, on Thursday, killing 11 or more workers.Continue reading “Trash Avalanche, Deadly Elephant, More News for Prayer”
Iran Protests and Internet Blackout
Spiraling inflation, with a devaluation in currency of more than 40% in recent months, has made the purchase of everyday items nearly impossible for people in Iran to afford. Political and religious oppression, extreme drought, corruption, clashes with Israel, and other unrest have only added to the boiling pot, as scores of oppressed citizens haveContinue reading “Iran Protests and Internet Blackout”
Warmth in the Winter Seasons of Life
Have you ever experienced a harsh, lonely time in your life? Winter seasons often come unexpectedly. I had one that lasted several years, as family members and others I loved passed away one by one, and my best friends cut me out of their lives. It was an isolating time … a cold, cold winter,Continue reading “Warmth in the Winter Seasons of Life”
America Prays Initiative
As the USA approaches the 250th anniversary of its independence this July 4, President Donald Trump has launched a call to prayer for the rededication of the USA as “one nation under God.” “When faith gets weaker, our country seems to get weaker. When faith gets stronger … good things happen for our country. It’sContinue reading “America Prays Initiative”
How Christians in Hard Places Spent Christmas
SUDAN: On Christmas Day, a Sudanese Armed Forces drone attack killed at least 11 Christians and wounded 18 others on their way to church in Julud. (Morning Star News, Jan 2) INDONESIA: Muslims shouting “Allahu Akbar” blocked Christians from attending a Christmas service at Huria Kristen Batak Protestant Church near Jakarta. (MSN, Dec 23) DespiteContinue reading “How Christians in Hard Places Spent Christmas”
Nigeria: 130 Abducted Christians Freed!
Praise God, just before Christmas, 130 children and teachers of the more than 300 taken from St. Mary’s School in Niger state, Nigeria were released! On November 22, terrorists stormed the Catholic primary and secondary school in Papiri, abducting 303 children and 12 teachers. About 50 children escaped shortly after the kidnapping, and security forcesContinue reading “Nigeria: 130 Abducted Christians Freed!”
World News for Prayer
IRAN: At least 20 people died, 51 were injured and nearly 1,000 were arrested in recent protests demanding freedom. TURKEY detained 357 Islamic State suspects on Dec 30, after a deadly clash in Yalova province, where three police officers and six IS militants died. Nine other security officers were injured. JAPAN experienced several earthquakes, includingContinue reading “World News for Prayer”
Miracle in the Fire
On New Year’s Eve, a sudden fire ripped through a bar at a ski resort in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, killing 40 and injuring 116, ages 14-39. Survivor Laetitia Place described a miracle she witnessed that night. Trapped with no way out, a friend of hers sat down, holding a cross in his hand. The flames burnedContinue reading “Miracle in the Fire”
2026 Prayer of Surrender
Join us for 30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening, February 18-March 19. 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. MyContinue reading “2026 Prayer of Surrender”
Coming Next Month: 30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening
Catastrophic events have heated up the world, making it ripe for revival. Now is the time to pray for a great movement of the Holy Spirit in every heart of every nation. In fact, it’s already begun! Learn what the Lord is doing throughout the Earth, and partner together with Him and believers from more thanContinue reading “Coming Next Month: 30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening”
Stand on Love and You Will Stand
We are facing days such as never before. And the battles we fight are not what the world says they are. This is a spiritual battle we are in, and LOVE is the way we win. Romans 8. Now is the time to set aside whatever has been keeping you from the heart work you’veContinue reading “Stand on Love and You Will Stand”
My Love Never Changes
A word for our hearts from the Lord in this present day and the years to come: 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, thoughtsContinue reading “My Love Never Changes”
God’s Word for Your 2026
What did God do in your life this past year? Did you ask Him at the beginning of 2025 for a word, verse, vision, purpose, or something else He wanted to speak over the year? How did He fulfill that? No matter how you weathered last year, 2026 can be filled with power and wonderContinue reading “God’s Word for Your 2026”
Arm Us with Strength
I love to take courage from God’s names. So many times, He has been my Healer, my Mighty Warrior, my Comforter, my Advocate and so much more. What about you? When you look back at how the Lord carried you through 2025, what names of God stand out to you? Let’s ask Him to armContinue reading “Arm Us with Strength”
New Year Prayer
Happy New Year! Do you want to deepen your prayer life this year? Why not make one of your New Year resolutions to join us here at the Prayer Wall, daily praying through the news and for our own hearts, that God will awaken our nation and the world to His love? And join usContinue reading “New Year Prayer”
New Year Awakening
A prayer for this coming year 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, soContinue reading “New Year Awakening”
Looking Back, Up and Forward
As this year ends and the new one begins, take some time with the Lord to Please share in the comments what God lays on your heart as you spend time with Him, so we can encourage one another. For all we know, 2026 may see all the more trying trials, but in Christ thereContinue reading “Looking Back, Up and Forward”
World News for Prayer
MEXICO: At least 13 died and 98 were injured when a train with 250 on board derailed yesterday in Asunción Ixtaltepec, Oaxaca. SURINAME: A knife attack near Paramaribo killed nine, including five children, four of which were his own, on Saturday. GREECE: All 545 asylum seekers on a sinking fishing vessel were rescued near Gavdos.Continue reading “World News for Prayer”
Of War and True Peace
THAILAND and CAMBODIA have agreed to a ceasefire after weeks of deadly border clashes. Thank You, Lord, for this peace agreement. Please give those in power the wisdom to keep their truce and protect their people from harm. Break the chains that bind soldiers and citizens on both sides to Buddhism, evil spirits and idolContinue reading “Of War and True Peace”
Christmas and New Year Terrorist Attacks Foiled Across the World
NIGERIA: In cooperation with the Nigerian government, the US launched airstrikes targeting Islamic State militants in Sokoto state on Christmas Day, marked last year by the mass murder of 33 Christians in Benue state and 160 in Plateau state the year before. TURKEY: On Thursday and Friday, authorities detained 115 suspected IS terrorists planning attacksContinue reading “Christmas and New Year Terrorist Attacks Foiled Across the World”
A Psalm 31:15 Prayer for 2026
As 2025 comes to a close, take some time to get alone with Jesus and reflect on what He has done this past year. Then ask Him what He wants to do this coming year. As hard as 2025 has been, 2026 will see its own trials. We have a real enemy, and he doesn’tContinue reading “A Psalm 31:15 Prayer for 2026”
Christmas Prayer
Praying God will meet you and your family in deep, meaningful ways as you celebrate Christ today. 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. TearContinue reading “Christmas Prayer”
All I Want for Christmas
What will you give Jesus this Christmas? A prayer from my heart to the One this season is for: Thank You, Father, for Your grace, for the free gift of eternal life and for sending Your Son to this Earth to demonstrate Your love for us by dying for our sin and making the wayContinue reading “All I Want for Christmas”
Missionary Dies in Uganda, Muslims Attack Christians Worldwide
The first three weeks of the Christmas season have seen an upscale in Islamic terrorism against both Christians and Jews. As you pray through these headlines, A train hit a missionary family serving with BIMI (Baptist International Missions, Inc.) in UGANDA Friday, killing Savanah Gardner and critically injuring her husband Matt. Their sons Jedidiah, 4,Continue reading “Missionary Dies in Uganda, Muslims Attack Christians Worldwide”
Do You Measure Up?
Our kids tend to lean on God the same way they lean on us. So, if we’re telling them all the ways they don’t measure up, they’re likely to see God as displeased with them, as well. Maybe that’s something you also experienced that is still a struggle for you today. It’s easy to imagineContinue reading “Do You Measure Up?”
Deepen Our Love
Let’s make this celebration of Christ’s birth memorable because of how we choose to LOVE. Above all, keep fervent in your love for one another, because love covers a multitude of sins. 1 Peter 4:8 NASB Lord, help us lay down all our grudges, fears, pride, and regrets, so we can LOVE, even as You first lovedContinue reading “Deepen Our Love”
How Truly Do You Love?
God has given us so much through His Son. What will you give for Him? How far are you willing to go to see Christ’s Kingdom come to the ends of the earth? Will you share with your neighbors? With that family from a restricted access country that lives in your city, or even yourContinue reading “How Truly Do You Love?”
The Kingdom that Stands
“For unto us a Child is born, unto us a Son is given; and the government will be upon His shoulder. And His name will be called Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Of the increase of His government and peace there will be no end.” Isaiah 9:6-7 Today, I feel the Lord sharing with us from His heart….Continue reading “The Kingdom that Stands”
When Christmas Is Hard
My dear brothers and sisters, I don’t know what all of you are going through right now, but I know for some of you this will be the first Christmas without a 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”
Warmth for the Lonely
Winters are cold in the dark area of the world where the Lord called our family to share the gospel for almost 30 years. Lots of snow and ice. Not many people outside. It can feel quite lonely, especially when you’re the only Christian around and an oppressive government forbids Christmas. No, I’m not talking about the Grinch,Continue reading “Warmth for the Lonely”
Bondi Mass Shooting and Other Headlines for Prayer
At least 15 have died, including children and rabbis, and about 40 are injured after Sajid Akram, 50, originally from INDIA, and his son Naveed, 24, open-fired on Jewish families celebrating Hanukkah at Bondi Beach in Sydney, AUSTRALIA on Sunday. Bystander Ahmed al Ahmed, 43, from SYRIA was shot 4-5 times in the shoulder asContinue reading “Bondi Mass Shooting and Other Headlines for Prayer”
Better Not Pout
Sometimes, even when God has given us so much, we get upset because there’s something else we want that we don’t yet 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, neither is self-pity, angerContinue reading “Better Not Pout”
Christmas in the Dark
What is it like to live in a country where celebrating Christmas is forbidden? Where Christians are persecuted? Where millions have never heard about the God Who loves them and gave His Son to die for their sins so they can be free? I can tell you. Because we’ve lived there. For most of theContinue reading “Christmas in the Dark”
Headlines from Gaza, Congo, Australia, Mexico, Thailand-Cambodia This Week
CONGO (DRC): The RWANDA-backed M23 armed forces have killed more than 413 civilians in South Kivu in recent days. GAZA: Winter storm Byron killed at least 14 people, as houses, walls and tents collapsed, and at least three children died from hypothermia. THAILAND-CAMBODIA: At least 20 soldiers and civilians have died, 200 are wounded andContinue reading “Headlines from Gaza, Congo, Australia, Mexico, Thailand-Cambodia This Week”
Nigeria Update: 100 Children Rescued
On Monday, the Nigerian government rescued a third of the 303 children recently kidnapped from a Catholic school, and are promising the release of the rest, plus 12 teachers who were also taken captive from St. Mary’s School in Papiri, Niger state. Another 50 children managed to escape within the first two days of captivity.Continue reading “Nigeria Update: 100 Children Rescued”
Yet More Abductions, Murders, as U.S. Delegation Arrives in Nigeria
On Sunday morning, December 7, gunmen attacked Christians preparing for worship at St. Andrews Anglican Church in Isiokwe, Anambra state. They murdered a priest’s wife and another Christian, injured many others, abducted the Rev. Venerable Obies, and set fire to the church, vehicles, homes and other Christians’ property. (Christian Daily International-Morning Star News, December 9)Continue reading “Yet More Abductions, Murders, as U.S. Delegation Arrives in Nigeria”
The God Who Made a Hijacker Cry
A Samaritan’s Purse plane carrying medical supplies from Juba, South Sudan to a mobile medical unit in the northeast was hijacked last week. Yasir Mohammed Yusuf snuck on board and hid behind the cargo barrier until after takeoff. With gun in hand, he threatened to kill the pilot and another Samaritan’s Purse staff member, demandingContinue reading “The God Who Made a Hijacker Cry”
Where Knowing Christ Is Forbidden
Christmas takes on a whole new meaning when you live in a place like North Korea, where even one decoration in your home could get you arrested. Where telling the story of Jesus is against the law, and Bibles are forbidden. Where being a Christian could cost you your livelihood, your freedom, your family, orContinue reading “Where Knowing Christ Is Forbidden”
Floods in Indonesia & Sri Lanka, Conflict in Afghanistan, Sudan, South Africa
ASIA: Continued rain has complicated rescues, as the death toll from floods and storms rose past 1,750, with hundreds still missing. In INDONESIA, 908 have died and 410 are missing, with 800,000 displaced. Rescue teams wade through waste-high mud to find survivors, and starvation has become a real threat. Many communities have been wiped outContinue reading “Floods in Indonesia & Sri Lanka, Conflict in Afghanistan, Sudan, South Africa”
Bethlehem Christmas, Prayers for Israel and Gaza
After two years of darkness, Bethlehem is once again alight with Christmas decorations, offering hope to Palestinian Christians caught up in a war not their own, and hope of salvation for Muslims and Jews who do not yet know the Messiah who was born so humbly in a manger there. Over the last couple ofContinue reading “Bethlehem Christmas, Prayers for Israel and Gaza”
Covering for the Persecuted, Savior for the Persecutors
As we pray for believers in danger throughout the world this Christmas, I have been thinking on Mary and Joseph’s escape to Egypt in Matthew 2:13-15, when Herod set out to murder Jesus. What a threat to satan’s purposes of killing, stealing and destroying is this One who came to give us abundant life. JohnContinue reading “Covering for the Persecuted, Savior for the Persecutors”
Prayers for Suffering Christians 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. Let’s also pray for God’s provision and protection over the 3.5 million Christians displaced from their homes in NigeriaContinue reading “Prayers for Suffering Christians This Christmas”
Nearly 1,500 Dead in Asia Floods
The death toll from last week’s devastating floods in several Asian countries has more than doubled, as rescue teams race against time to find and rescue thousands missing amid mud and debris. At least 753 have died in Indonesia, 465 in Sri Lanka, 185 in Thailand and up to 34 in Malaysia. While Thailand andContinue reading “Nearly 1,500 Dead in Asia Floods”
Nigeria: Christian Abduction, Persecution Update
Two parents have died while awaiting the rescue of their children, held captive with hundreds abducted from St. Mary’s Catholic School in Niger state. Father of three of the victims Anthony Musa suffered a heart attack due to anxiety and hypertension. Details on the woman have not yet been released. An abducted pastor we prayedContinue reading “Nigeria: Christian Abduction, Persecution Update”
Mass Shootings Thanksgiving Week
A gunman from Afghanistan, Rahmanullah Lakanwal, 29, shot two members of the US National Guard in Washington DC on Wednesday. Sarah Beckstrom, 20, died. Andrew Wolfe, 24, is in critical condition. Also in mass shootings last week, at least four died, including three children, and ten were wounded at a child’s birthday party in Stockton,Continue reading “Mass Shootings Thanksgiving Week”
Loving the Hard-to-Love
Did you face conflicts over the last few days? Today’s prayer is from Romans 12:9-21: Lord, make our love sincere. Teach us to hate what is evil; and cling to what is good. Make us devoted to one another in love, honoring others above ourselves. Don’t let us lack in zeal, but fuel our spiritualContinue reading “Loving the Hard-to-Love”
666 Die in Asia Storms, 128 in Hong Kong Fire
A cyclone, tropical storm and devastating floods have affected millions in Southeast Asia. At least 303 have died in Sumatra, INDONESIA, with 279 still missing; 34 died in MALAYSIA; 170 in THAILAND; and 159 in SRI LANKA, where 130 are still missing. An apartment block fire in HONG KONG on Wednesday killed 146, with 78Continue reading “666 Die in Asia Storms, 128 in Hong Kong Fire”
Thankful for This Trial
As you told God all the things you’re grateful for this Thanksgiving, was your present trial on that list? It is in times of hardship that we undergo significant transformation within ourselves for the better. And that is the greatest blessing of all — to be conformed to the image of Christ. Romans 12:1-2. But whatever were gainsContinue reading “Thankful for This Trial”
Nigeria: 113 Abducted Last Week Now Free!
All 38 Christians we prayed for who were abducted from the prayer meeting in Kwara state are now free, as well as 50 of the 303 schoolchildren taken from St. Mary’s School in Niger state, and all 25 schoolgirls taken from their dorm in Kebbi state. Praise God! Sadly, another armed attack took place inContinue reading “Nigeria: 113 Abducted Last Week Now Free!”
Happy Thanksgiving
Let’s take a moment to thank Christ today for everything He has done for us, and recommit our lives and families to love Him, serve Him and bring Him glory the rest of our days here on earth. In the midst of so much darkness, let’s join together as one to shine His light. ThankContinue reading “Happy Thanksgiving”
Thanksgiving & Religious Freedom
“Bow your head. Close your eyes.” Then comes the prayer, right? In my family, if my missionary 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 Christians, those going through hard times,Continue reading “Thanksgiving & Religious Freedom”
Earthquakes, Bears, Floods, Missing Migrants
BANGLADESH: A 5.5 earthquake Friday in Dhaka and a 3.3 aftershock in Ashulia Saturday killed at least ten and injured more than 450. Lord, in the midst of panic and fear, please step in with Your peace. Comfort those who mourn, heal the wounded and rescue those in trouble. Give the lost a hunger forContinue reading “Earthquakes, Bears, Floods, Missing Migrants”
38 Christians Abducted from Prayer Service
(Updated 9 a.m.) Praise God ALL 38 of the Christians abducted in Eruku are now FREE! As well as 51 of the more than 300 schoolchildren abducted last week (See yesterday’s post). Let’s continue to pray for ALL captives to be freed and terrorism stopped completely in Nigeria. Three Christians died and at least 38Continue reading “38 Christians Abducted from Prayer Service”
Nigeria: 303 Schoolchildren, 12 Teachers Abducted
(Updated 9 a.m., November 24) Praise God 50 of the more than 300 schoolchildren in this story below are now FREE! Let’s continue to pray for ALL captives to be freed and terrorism stopped completely in Nigeria. Just four days after terrorists took 25 girls from their boarding school dorm in Kebbi state, Nigeria, yetContinue reading “Nigeria: 303 Schoolchildren, 12 Teachers Abducted”
Prayers for a Blessed Thanksgiving
As Thanksgiving and Christmas approach, let’s pray God will cover our family times together and fill our homes with His presence, peace, joy and love. Also, please take a moment and ask the Lord if there is someone He wants you to bless during the holidays, perhaps with a special dinner or gift. Do youContinue reading “Prayers for a Blessed Thanksgiving”
25 Schoolgirls Abducted in Nigeria
Men armed with rifles abducted 25 girls from their boarding school dorm at the Government Girls Comprehensive Secondary School in Maga, Kebbi state, Nigeria before dawn on Monday. They climbed over the fence, exchanged gunfire with police officers and killed the vice principal. One girl eluded capture, and another escaped later and arrived home safelyContinue reading “25 Schoolgirls Abducted in Nigeria”
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”
Update on Persecuted Christians in Iran
In recent years, high numbers of Muslims have converted to Christianity, a “crime” punishable by death in 98% Muslim Iran, one of the top ten most dangerous countries in the world for those who seek to follow Christ. Pray for courage, comfort, healing and the Spirit’s empowering for these and other persecuted Christians in Iran:Continue reading “Update on Persecuted Christians in Iran”
Hostages Returned, Mosque Burned, Abraham Accords
Hamas returned to ISRAEL the remains of Manny Godard, 73, who was killed during the October 7, 2023 attack, and Lt. Hadar Golden, 23, an Israeli soldier murdered in 2014. In exchange, Israel returned the remains of 30 Palestinians, 15 each. The three slain hostages whose bodies remain in GAZA are Ran Gvili, Dror OrContinue reading “Hostages Returned, Mosque Burned, Abraham Accords”
Headline Prayers
At least 120 people, including 100 police officers, have been wounded in Mexico City, as thousands protest against the MEXICO government and violent crime, especially after the assassination of Uruapan’s mayor Carlos Manzo, an advocate for tough action against cartels. Typhoon Fung-Wong killed at least 18 and displaced about 1.4 million in the PHILIPPINES. InContinue reading “Headline Prayers”
Drought in Iran, but Also Awakening
With the dams that supply Tehran’s drinking water on the verge of running dry, the president has spoken of evacuating the capital’s ten million people if no rain arrives by next month. Facing its sixth consecutive year of drought, 2025 saw energy shortages and soaring temperatures above 50 degrees Celsius (122 Fahrenheit), with only 2.3Continue reading “Drought in Iran, but Also Awakening”
Encouragement to Stand
Today, I feel the Lord speaking to our hearts from Isaiah 40. “I have a plan through this. I know you can’t see around the other bend, and what you think might be waiting for you there scares you. But trust Me. I know what I’m doing. I know what’s up there ahead. And aroundContinue reading “Encouragement to Stand”
Miracles in an Indian Prison
After an Indian pastor was arrested for sharing Christ despite warnings, the prison warden ordered two guards to torture him. Day after day, they hung him upside down and beat him until they were too tired to continue. Miraculously, the Christian felt no pain. God moved the warden’s heart, and during Holy Week, he actually invitedContinue reading “Miracles in an Indian Prison”
Missionaries Taking Aid to Jamaica Die in Plane Crash
Missionary evangelist Alexander Wurm and his 22-year-old daughter, Serena, died in a plane crash Monday, while taking humanitarian aid to Jamaica after Hurricane Melissa. The small aircraft, a Beech B100, crashed into a waterway in a residential area of Coral Springs, Florida, just after it took off from Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport. Alex was the founderContinue reading “Missionaries Taking Aid to Jamaica Die in Plane Crash”
Indian Pastor Who Refused to Preach Hinduism Arrested, Family Assaulted and Chased from Their Home
Pastor Wazir Singh and his wife Metu Devi left Hinduism to follow Christ a little over ten years ago, after a relative told them about Jesus. God miraculously healed Metu of a life-threatening disease and set Wazir free from substance abuse. As they grew in their faith, Wazir felt God calling him to be aContinue reading “Indian Pastor Who Refused to Preach Hinduism Arrested, Family Assaulted and Chased from Their Home”
125,000 Nigerian Christians Martyred
Perhaps 125,000 Christians have been murdered by Boko Haram, Fulani and other Muslim terrorists in Nigeria since 2019. Up to 19,000 churches have been burned and about five million believers have been displaced from their homes. In fact, in 2025 alone, some 7,000 Christians have already been martyred. The numbers differ from various sources, butContinue reading “125,000 Nigerian Christians Martyred”
Hand Me Your Future
A word from the Lord’s heart to those dealing with anxiety: I am here. This future you dread, the thoughts that spiral you into panic and fear for your children’s future, none of it changes the fact that I am still here. I am still all-powerful. And I still love you and your children moreContinue reading “Hand Me Your Future”
Hostages Returned, Yet Another Storm, Explosion
ISRAEL: The bodies of two more hostages have been returned this week: Joshua Loitu Mollel, an agricultural student from Tanzania taken from Kibbutz Nahal Oz, and Argentine-Israeli Command Sergeant Major Lior Rudaeff, 61, deputy security coordinator at Kibbutz Nir Yitzhak, killed while fighting Palestinian Islamic Jihad terrorists on October 7, 2023. Five bodies remain inContinue reading “Hostages Returned, Yet Another Storm, Explosion”
Let God Be Your Time Manager
Philippians 4:13; Proverbs 3:5-7; Ecclesiastes 3:1 In all things Kingdom Culture, Jesus is our Model. And Jesus only did what His Father was doing. John 5:19. So should we. Burnout happens when you’re doing more than God has asked you to, or you’re doing it in your own power. That’s why it’s so important toContinue reading “Let God Be Your Time Manager”
World Headlines for Prayer This Week
INDIA: At least nine died and 16 were injured in a stampede Saturday, when 25,000 Hindus crowded into a temple in Andhra Pradesh state with a capacity for 3,000. Then on Monday night, at least 11 died when passenger and cargo trains collided in Chhattisgarh. TANZANIA: Reports say more than 1,000 have died in politicalContinue reading “World Headlines for Prayer This Week”
Afghanistan Earthquake, Philippines Typhoon, Melissa Aftermath, Avalanches
AFGHANISTAN: Just two months after September’s devastating earthquake that killed more than 2,200 and injured thousands more, a 6.3 magnitude quake rocked Kohlm in northern Samangan province this Monday, killing at least 27 and injuring almost 1,000. PHILIPPINES: The death toll from Monday’s landfall of Typhoon Kalmaegi, one of this season’s most powerful storms, hasContinue reading “Afghanistan Earthquake, Philippines Typhoon, Melissa Aftermath, Avalanches”
Four More Returned to Israel
(Updated at 5:26 a.m.) Four more hostages’ bodies have returned to Israel: Israeli-American Itay Chen, 19; Israeli-American Capt. Omer Neutra, 21, grandson of Holocaust survivors; Col. Asa Hamami, 40; and Staff Sgt. Oz Daniel, 19. All were killed October 7 2023, but their bodies were taken to Gaza. In exchange, Israel returned 45 Palestinian bodiesContinue reading “Four More Returned to Israel”
Slaughter in Sudan and Yet More Famine
More than 70,894 people have been displaced from el-Fasher amid door-to-door mass killings, beatings, sexual assaults and other atrocities committed by Islamic Rapid Support Forces. It is feared hundreds of thousands are currently trapped within the city and subject to slaughter. Meanwhile, famine has spread to two more areas of the country, affecting more thanContinue reading “Slaughter in Sudan and Yet More Famine”
November 4 Elections
Let’s pray by name for those running for office in these elections taking place now and tomorrow, November 4: Several states are also voting on other positions and matters. Praying forward into 2026, 39 members of Congress — 8 senators and 31 U.S. representatives — announced they will not seek re-election. Lord, please guide everyContinue reading “November 4 Elections”
International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church
Please go to our International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church page for today’s prayers. If you haven’t subscribed to the Prayer Wall yet, enter your email address below, so you can receive each daily prayer guide in time for your morning quiet times with God: Lord, we ask You for Christians all throughoutContinue reading “International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church”
North Korea: #1 Most Dangerous Nation for Christians 2025
International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church Over recent years, North Korea’s President Kim Jong Un has inserted himself into the news time and again with his missile launches and tests, trash balloons, soldiers joining Russia in the war against Ukraine, and meetings with world leaders of other oppressive governments. As we prepare for tomorrow’sContinue reading “North Korea: #1 Most Dangerous Nation for Christians 2025”
Somalia: #2 Most Dangerous Nation for Christians 2025
International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church As we prepare for Sunday’s International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church, let’s remember Christians facing extreme violence, persecution and hunger in 99.6% Muslim Somalia, ranked #2 on Open Doors’ World Watchlist of most dangerous countries in the world for Christians to live. “You can beat meContinue reading “Somalia: #2 Most Dangerous Nation for Christians 2025”
Yemen: #3 Most Dangerous Nation for Christians 2025
As we prepare for Sunday’s International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church, let’s lift up our brothers and sisters facing extreme violence, persecution and hunger in Yemen, ranked #3 on Open Doors’ World Watchlist of most dangerous countries in the world for Christians to live. Open Doors writes, “The country is now divided intoContinue reading “Yemen: #3 Most Dangerous Nation for Christians 2025”
Libya: #4 Most Dangerous Nation for Christians 2025
As we prepare for this coming Sunday’s International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church, let’s lift up our brothers and sisters facing extreme violence, persecution and hunger in Libya, ranked #4 on Open Doors’ World Watchlist of most dangerous countries in the world for Christians to live. This year, nine Libyan Christian men, oneContinue reading “Libya: #4 Most Dangerous Nation for Christians 2025”
Sudan: #5 Most Dangerous Nation for Christians 2025
As we prepare for Sunday’s International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church, let’s lift up our brothers and sisters facing extreme violence, persecution and hunger in Sudan, ranked #5 on Open Doors’ World Watchlist of most dangerous countries in the world for Christians to live. At least 100 churches have been damaged or destroyedContinue reading “Sudan: #5 Most Dangerous Nation for Christians 2025”
Eritrea: #6 Most Dangerous Nation for Christians 2025
As we prepare for this Sunday’s International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church, let’s lift up our brothers and sisters facing extreme violence, persecution and hunger in Eritrea, ranked #6 on Open Doors’ World Watchlist of most dangerous countries in the world for Christians to live. A few months ago, Eritrean police raided aContinue reading “Eritrea: #6 Most Dangerous Nation for Christians 2025”
Prayers for the Persecuted, Countdown to IDOP
US citizen Kevin Rideout, 50, an SIM (Serving in Mission) missionary pilot working in NIGER, was kidnapped Monday near the airport in Niamey by three suspected Islamic militants, who fled with him toward the MALI border. Lord, please protect Kevin and his family from harm, use him to share the good news with his captors, andContinue reading “Prayers for the Persecuted, Countdown to IDOP”
Miracle: Sophia Turns 13, Home from the Hospital
Praise God! He has answered our prayers here at PrayerWall.pw with a miracle for Sophia Forchas, who is celebrating her 13th birthday today with family and friends, after she was shot in the head during the mass shooting at Annunciation Catholic School in Minneapolis, Minnesota on August 27. See the video here: Letter from Sophia’sContinue reading “Miracle: Sophia Turns 13, Home from the Hospital”
Indian Christians Persecuted, Imprisoned
“Anti-Christian persecution in India has intensified significantly over the past few weeks. Churches are being closed. Believers are being harassed, interrogated, and even arrested,” writes a faithful Christian serving the Lord in India. “Some are losing their government ration cards—their main access to staple goods. For day laborers and farmers who live one day atContinue reading “Indian Christians Persecuted, Imprisoned”
Christians Martyred by Islamic Militants in Mozambique
Islamic extremists in the Cabo Delgado region of Mozambique launched several attacks this month against the Christian village of Napala, where they destroyed two churches and 1,300 homes, displaced 2,000 believers and killed at least 20. Among those who died were four elderly Christian women who were tied up and burned inside a house. OpenContinue reading “Christians Martyred by Islamic Militants in Mozambique”
A World in Need: Headlines for Prayer
Due to ongoing violence in HAITI, Doctors Without Borders has permanently closed its emergency care center in the capital of Port-au-Prince, now 90% gang-controlled. Lord, please provide for those in need of medical care and bring an end to the violence in Haiti. Protect innocent civilians and children from harm, and meet every gang memberContinue reading “A World in Need: Headlines for Prayer”
Terrorist from Hamas Invasion Arrested in USA, Hostages’ Bodies Returned
Last week, Mahmoud Amin Ya’qub Al-Muhtadi, 33, a terrorist allegedly involved in the October 7, 2023 Hamas invasion of Israel, was arrested in Lafayette, Louisiana, where he had been living and working since he entered the US under false pretenses a year ago among the multitudes of illegal immigrants, including terrorists, allowed across the US-MexicoContinue reading “Terrorist from Hamas Invasion Arrested in USA, Hostages’ Bodies Returned”
Open Our Ears
A prayer for our nation from Isaiah 51:7a: Lord, push back enemy interference. Pierce through the noise. Speak loudly to every heart. Open our ears so we will hear what You’re saying, know what is right, and take Your instructions to heart. Knock down every lie we have believed with Your Truth, and give usContinue reading “Open Our Ears”
Praying Strategically
The prayer in today’s featured photo is similar to what we prayed with our children each night as we served the Lord in a dark area of the world where most have never heard the good news about Christ. It made a huge difference in their sleep and dreams, but also … The business nextContinue reading “Praying Strategically”
Love as He First Loved
Pray we will love as He first loved us. 1 John 4:19. A word from the Lord to encourage us as we pray… It’s not for nothing. All that you do for Me. I see it. But more than that, they see it. Don’t gauge your worth by their response. They are filled with theContinue reading “Love as He First Loved”
Topple My Pride
God hates pride, and must bring it down, because pride sets myself up as an idol before God, as I bow to my own opinions and desires and push others to bow to them too. But humility draws God near, and brings His favor. James 4:6, Proverbs 8:13, Isaiah 25:11, Jeremiah 49:16. Lord, forgive meContinue reading “Topple My Pride”
