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 Hard

My dear brothers and sisters, I don’t know what all you are going through right now, but I know for some of you this will be the first Christmas without a dear 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”

What it’s coming down to – Philippians 3:7-14 

Do you know the Lord? And will you be found faithful?  Because this time we have here on earth is just the blink of an eye. It’s our one shot to get it right. If we make it about how others treat us or whether or not we get what we want, we’ll miss theContinue reading “What it’s coming down to – Philippians 3:7-14 “

Three More Hostages Released in Haiti

Praise God three more hostages were released this month, making a total of five so far since the October 16th abduction of 17 missionaries (including five children) by gang members in Haiti. For security reasons, we cannot give more information at this time, but let’s continue to pray for the safe release and protection ofContinue reading “Three More Hostages Released in Haiti”

Prayers for Russia

Due to heightening tension on the border with Ukraine, let’s pray…. 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, save them with Your grace, and give them wisdom in every decisionContinue reading “Prayers for Russia”

Prayers for Ukraine

As tension rises on the border of Russia and Ukraine, let’s pray for God’s purposes to prevail and for millions to come to Christ.  Lord, please be a Shield around Ukraine. Restrain wrong and bring forth right in that region. Place Your angels as guards at the borders, and flood the nation with Your armiesContinue reading “Prayers for Ukraine”

Pray for Those Suffering from Tornadoes

Let’s pray for the salvation and rescue of those who are in need after at least 30 tornadoes ripped through Kentucky, Arkansas, Illinois, Missouri, Mississippi and Tennessee this weekend. At least 70 are feared dead in Kentucky alone, where the city of Mayfield was hardest hit. Lord, please protect those who are yet facing moreContinue reading “Pray for Those Suffering from Tornadoes”

Listen to God

If you believe you can’t hear God, you won’t. Even though He’s speaking to you all the time. Even though He’s showing you the way. Even though He’s holding out to you so many treasures and beautiful surprises of His love. Even though He has clearly marked the way for you so that you cannotContinue reading “Listen to God”

Believe Me

I have not stopped moving. I have not stopped speaking. When did you stop moving with Me? When did you stop listening? I’m right here where I’ve always been, doing the things I always do. When did you step off who the Word says I am and believe whatever you think makes you feel betterContinue reading “Believe Me”

Walk with Me

New things are coming. New winds are blowing. I’m talking more and more. Can you hear Me? Can you see Me moving? Can you feel My touch? I am real. And I am here, right where I’ve always been, calling you to come. Walk with Me. I know things have been hard, and at thisContinue reading “Walk with Me”