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Jesus Calms the Sea for Iranian Refugee

Abandoned by his Muslim parents as a child, Ali grew up in northern Iran angry and bitter in a country ruled by a terrorist regime. Seeking a better life for his unborn child, he and his wife fled their homeland and boarded a boat filled with migrants headed for Greece. A sudden storm rose up,Continue reading “Jesus Calms the Sea for Iranian Refugee”

American Headlines for Prayer

PERU: A 5.5 magnitude earthquake shook the Andes Saturday night, killing at least six people, injuring more than 30, and displacing 300. VENEZUELA: The death toll from last month’s twin earthquakes is now over 5,200, with 16,740 injured. As of Friday, 1,331 aftershocks were recorded. USA: Nearly 500 homes were damaged in recent floods inContinue reading “American Headlines for Prayer”

44 Abducted Children and Teachers Freed in Nigeria

Praise God, 44 children and teachers abducted from schools in Christian communities in southwest Nigeria were rescued July 10 after 56 days of captivity. The intelligence-led rescue comes as Nigeria expands security cooperation with the United States. (Truth Nigeria, July 14) Lord, we praise You for this answer to prayer, and we ask You forContinue reading “44 Abducted Children and Teachers Freed in Nigeria”

Floods, Fires and a Schoolbus

UGANDA: At least 23 children and one adult from the King David Junior School in Kampala died in a bus crash, after an excursion to see Sipi Falls on Thursday. NORWAY: A fire on the edge of Drammen Friday destroyed 100 homes; more than 400 people were evacuated. ALGERIA: A fire in an orphanage inContinue reading “Floods, Fires and a Schoolbus”

The Great Invitation

About a year after I obeyed God’s call to open this Prayer Wall, I went through a strange night, awakening over and over to the thick presence of the Lord in the room and an inaudible voice breaking through my sleep to urge, “Go higher…. Press deeper…. Push further…. Higher up….” An invitation to Awakening.Continue reading “The Great Invitation”

Worship in the Midst

Whatever you’re going through, however the struggles of this world have weighed you down, lay it all at Jesus’ feet now. And worship Him. Oh, Jesus, great are You and worthy to be praised. For You were there before the beginning of time, and all things were formed by Your hand. It is in YouContinue reading “Worship in the Midst”

Nigeria Persecution Update

Fourteen Christians kidnapped when armed men stormed an open-air Christ Apostolic Church crusade in Eda Oniyo-Ekiti, Ekiti state, are now freed, after their ransoms were paid. Another abducted worshipper, an 84-year-old woman, died while in captivity. (Truth Nigeria, July 7) Fulani Ethnic Militia (FEM) burned villages in Karim Lamido County, Taraba state, killing at leastContinue reading “Nigeria Persecution Update”

14 Christians Beheaded in DRC

Six Christians were executed by Islamic State terrorists in Democratic Republic of the Congo June 3, and eight more on June 24. A local field contact said that locals have observed the terrorist group moving their activities to other areas in order to avoid being infected by the Ebola virus, which has been spreading inContinue reading “14 Christians Beheaded in DRC”

Floods, Fires and Other World News

SPAIN: At least 12 have died and 23 others are missing in wildfires near Sierra de Los Filabres mountains in Almeria province. VIETNAM: A speedboat carrying 32 tourists from INDIA and four crew members capsized Saturday just a half kilometer (0.3 miles) from shore, killing 15. VENEZUELA: The twin earthquakes death toll has risen toContinue reading “Floods, Fires and Other World News”

Mission Pilot Killed in Papua

Nicholas F Gosselin, 29, a pilot with Associated Mission Aviation (PT AMA), was gunned down last week in Indonesia’s Papua region by the West Papua National Liberation Army (TPNPB). The separatist rebels also set fire to the plane, but left the other seven passengers, who were locals, unharmed. The attack occurred just after Nicholas landedContinue reading “Mission Pilot Killed in Papua”

Christians Abducted, Released, Killed in Nigeria

Terrorists attacked a church prayer vigil in Ori-Oke Ajaiye, Kwara state on May 23, killing three and kidnapping 15. (Christian Daily International-Morning Star News, May 25) Gunmen abducted Uwem Cosmos, general director of Scripture Union Nigeria, on June 14, along with seven other Christians, including Ven. Onyenagbagha, Pastor Gbenga and his two daughters, the driver,Continue reading “Christians Abducted, Released, Killed in Nigeria”

China Floods, Hamas Steps Down, Sri Lanka Battles, Venezuela Grieves

CHINA: Storms, tornadoes, floods and landslides hit central and south China, killing at least 15, injuring 330, damaging nearly 5,000 homes, and affecting hundreds of thousands of people. Northern VIETNAM was also affected. GAZA: As part of the US President’s 20-point peace plan, Hamas dissolved its government Monday in preparation for the transfer of powerContinue reading “China Floods, Hamas Steps Down, Sri Lanka Battles, Venezuela Grieves”

Six Years and 140 Nations Later

On Saturday, we passed this Prayer Wall‘s sixth anniversary since the Lord called us on July 4, 2020 to begin praying daily for every heart in every nation to awaken to Christ’s love. Please share in the comments how He has used this Prayer Wall in your heart and life. Some highlights we have seenContinue reading “Six Years and 140 Nations Later”

America 250 Prayer for True Freedom

As we celebrate the 250th anniversary of our nation, we thank You, Lord, for how You set this nation up to enjoy freedom and safety few countries have known. So many of the men who signed that Declaration of Independence acknowledged You as our Creator and Sovereign, and even set aside a time of fastingContinue reading “America 250 Prayer for True Freedom”

Looking For Jesus Online

A man from an Islamic nation in North Africa reached out on social media to find Christians who could tell him about Jesus, but no one answered his questions. Suspicious of his desire to convert, his Muslim neighbors seized his phone and when they saw the messages, they beat him, leaving him in a comaContinue reading “Looking For Jesus Online”

Deadly Heatwave, Fires, Crashes

Many times, it’s in the hardest of trials that we finally realize our need for a Savior. Let’s pray through the news today for those who are mourning, scared, injured or hurting, that the Lord will be so near to them they will feel His touch, turn to Him and be saved. EUROPE: More thanContinue reading “Deadly Heatwave, Fires, Crashes”

Completely His

Several years ago, the Lord led me to begin a new habit. Before I opened my eyes or got out of bed or thought any other thought, I would think on Jesus and hand Him my day. He took me on a long, beautiful journey of surrendering not only every day and plan, but everyContinue reading “Completely His”

Headline Prayers This Week

PHILIPPINES: Three students died and seven were wounded when two teenagers open-fired at San Jose National High School in Tacloban City, Leyte Province on Monday. QATAR: An explosion at a gas facility in Ras Laffan killed at least 13 and injured 66 Sunday. All fatalities were from INDIA and PAKISTAN. GAZA: At least four PalestiniansContinue reading “Headline Prayers This Week”

No Competition

Do you struggle with feeling like you don’t measure up, especially when you’re around those who are strong in the Lord? Like your relationship with God is somehow inferior? Like the floor slants higher and closer to the throne for them, and meanwhile, you’re struggling just to have a quiet time? The Lord’s heart isContinue reading “No Competition”

Myanmar’s Horrific War

While the world turned its attention to Iran after the assassination of perhaps 40,000 of its citizens in January, the peoples of Myanmar continue trapped in a gruesome war waged by their own terrorist regime. The brutal ruling junta has continued bombing its citizens since it took control by force in 2021. Countless homes, churches,Continue reading “Myanmar’s Horrific War”

Pray for Men in Ministry

It’s easy to get so busy with even good causes that we forget the eternal thing that matters most: LOVE. So many Christian marriages, families, teams, companies and organizations have fallen apart because leaders are more concerned with rules, control, image or accomplishment than with truly caring about those they lead and serve. How muchContinue reading “Pray for Men in Ministry”

Pray for Fathers

Lord, we ask You today for our fathers, both earthly and spiritual. Bless them abundantly, and draw them all the closer to You. Show them the ways You want to use them for Your glory, and give them courage to step out in those things and to do everything in Your empowering. Lead them toContinue reading “Pray for Fathers”

Praying for Our Families

Let’s pray for our families today. Father God, we ask You, by Your divine care, to please watch over our families and children. Guard our hearts from every evil attack. Give us wisdom in every situation to know what to say and to do to care for our spouse’s heart and our children’s. Bind usContinue reading “Praying for Our Families”

Spirit on the Move in Our Nation

The Spirit of God continues to move in powerful ways across the USA, especially among Gen Z. In addition to our recent reports from Florida, Texas, California, high schools and Eleven22, God has also been moving in a mighty way in Upcoming Revival Events: Father God, please spark a hunger for You in the heartContinue reading “Spirit on the Move in Our Nation”

California Awakens

Praise God for the way His Spirit is moving in many areas of the USA, bringing hundreds, even thousands at a time into His Kingdom. Today, we share what’s been happening in California. Beginning in March, thousands of Christians in Los Angeles fasted and prayed 40 days for Hope L.A., while evangelistic teams shared theContinue reading “California Awakens”

Spain, Germany, Netherlands Awaken

Faithful Spanish Christians who have long prayed for a powerful movement of the Spirit in their country are rejoicing in God’s answer to their prayers. May 30-31, a crowd of 20,000 gathered in a former bullfighting ring in Madrid to hear the Gospel preached, and hundreds chose to follow Christ. The new believers have beenContinue reading “Spain, Germany, Netherlands Awaken”

Persecution News: Somalia, India, Indonesia

SOMALIA: Sofia Ahmed, a former Muslim, chose to follow Jesus in March, but when she recently shared the gospel with her uncle, Sharif Hussein, he rallied other Muslim relatives to beat her with sharp objects. When concerned neighbors came to the rescue and called the police, officers arrested four of Sofia’s assailants, but her parentsContinue reading “Persecution News: Somalia, India, Indonesia”

Prayers for the Yet Unborn

Here at the Prayer Wall, we’ve been praying for the lives of those yet unborn. Praise God, great strides have been made this year in protecting these children. Let’s keep praying! Father God, today we ask You for those all throughout the world who are yet unborn. Hold them in the palm of Your handContinue reading “Prayers for the Yet Unborn”

Awakening Latin America

ARGENTINA: During revival meetings in Ushuaia, Tierra del Fuego in February, Franklin Graham preached to thousands, and hundreds gave their lives to Christ. Last year in Buenos Aires, nearly 75,000 people showed up for two nights of preaching at the Vélez Sársfield Stadium, and more than 6,800 chose to follow Christ. About 2,500 local churchesContinue reading “Awakening Latin America”

War Drives Muslims to Jesus

The deeper the darkness, the brighter Christ’s light shines. Thanks to Islamic radicalism and an extremely oppressive government, Iran already has the fastest growing underground Christian church in the world, with perhaps a million or more new converts. But the present war promises to drive all the more Muslims into the Kingdom of God. “EveryContinue reading “War Drives Muslims to Jesus”

2,552 Ocean Baptisms in One Day

More than 14,000 people lined the banks of the Atlantic Ocean May 17 to witness the baptism of 2,552 believers in Christ — just one more evidence of how the Spirit of God is awakening hearts in the USA. Before I went into the ocean to be baptized I felt nervous and uneasy but asContinue reading “2,552 Ocean Baptisms in One Day”

Texas Awakens

Army of God, we have been praying here at PrayerWall.pw for an awakening to Christ in this nation. It’s happening now. We shared with you about UniteUS and the tens of thousands of young people turning to Christ throughout the nation. Several more universities in Texas have experienced an outpouring of God’s love this spring.Continue reading “Texas Awakens”

Uzbekistan’s Karakalpaks

The Karakalpaks are a Sunni Muslim unreached people group numbering close to one million, mostly residing in northwestern Uzbekistan’s autonomous province of Karakalpakstan, where poverty levels are high and the terrain is extremely dry. Other pockets of Karakalpaks live in Turkey, Iran, Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan and Afghanistan. Uzbekistan is listed among the most dangerous countries forContinue reading “Uzbekistan’s Karakalpaks”

Pakistan, DRC, Philippines, Belgium, Middle East Headlines for Prayer

PAKISTAN: At least 24 died and more than 50 were wounded in a Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) suicide car bomb attack on a train carrying military personnel in Quetta Sunday. Lord, please comfort those who mourn. We ask You for the heart of every Baloch, that they will hunger for Truth, seek You with allContinue reading “Pakistan, DRC, Philippines, Belgium, Middle East Headlines for Prayer”

Every Tongue

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

International Day for the Unreached

Did you know that 1/3 of the world has been denied access to the gospel? That’s right. About 3 billion people are cut off from hearing about Jesus. Most of these live in nations closed to the gospel message because of oppressive governments and/or religions. Missionaries are forbidden, Christians are persecuted, and seekers risk theirContinue reading “International Day for the Unreached”

Prayer for Muslim Pilgrims

Join us for the International Day of Prayer for Unreached Peoples tomorrow, May 24. Beginning tomorrow, May 24-29, more than 1.8 million Muslim pilgrims from throughout the world will converge upon Mecca, Saudi Arabia, for Hajj, where more than 1,300 died from excessive heat in 2024. For followers of Islam, Hajj is a mandatory pilgrimageContinue reading “Prayer for Muslim Pilgrims”

Afghanistan’s Hazara

Join us today through May 24 for the International Day of Prayer for the Unreached. Afghanistan is 99.8% Muslim with 68 distinct people groups cut off from the gospel message. Today, we will pray for one of those. The Shi’ite Muslim Hazara once numbered well over 6 million in Afghanistan, but due to ethnic cleansing by PashtunContinue reading “Afghanistan’s Hazara”

Iran and the Kurds

Join us today through May 24 for the International Day of Prayer for the Unreached. Nearly 8 million Kurds live in Iran, one of the top ten most dangerous countries in the world. They have long been oppressed by the government, but with recent protests and now a war, the Kurds have come under allContinue reading “Iran and the Kurds”

Fulani Kill 34 Christians, Abducted Priest Released in Nigeria

Join us today through May 24 for the International Day of Prayer for the Unreached. Praise God, Rev. Nathaniel Asuwaye, abducted from his home in Kaduna state by armed terrorists on February 7, was released May 12. (Christian Daily International-Morning Star News, May 8, 13) On May 5, Muslim Fulani herdsmen attacked the village ofContinue reading “Fulani Kill 34 Christians, Abducted Priest Released in Nigeria”

Join Us on Pentecost: International Day for the Unreached

During Pentecost (which we will celebrate May 24 this year), the Spirit came upon the apostles like fire, and they began preaching in the tongues of those gathered there “from every nation under heaven,” leading thousands to faith in Christ. Those languages and countries are many of the very places in the world that areContinue reading “Join Us on Pentecost: International Day for the Unreached”

Revival Prayer

Join us tomorrow, May 17, for Rededicate 250. Lord, we have run on empty so long it feels normal to us. Like this is all there is. Our hearts have been parched and dry so long we’ve forgotten how thirsty we are. We’ve forgotten the Living Water. Complacent in our sin and unforgiveness, we’ve becomeContinue reading “Revival Prayer”

Army of Prayer Warriors

Join us now through May 17 for Rededicate 250 Decades ago, when God called our family to move to a nation where Christians are persecuted and share the good news with the lost, powerful prayer warriors joined us on that journey. Many were elderly. They couldn’t work, but they had been through the fire andContinue reading “Army of Prayer Warriors”

Prayer for Daughters and Parents

Let’s pray for our daughters today…. Lord, please grow our daughters up to love You with all their hearts. Protect them from the plots of the enemy to harm them or draw them away from You. Be a Shield around them, and give them wisdom to choose the paths that lead to LIFE, rather thanContinue reading “Prayer for Daughters and Parents”

Prayer for Sons and Parents

Father God, please lay Your hand on our sons, guiding them constantly into Your purposes. Pursue them with Your love. Bring to them disciplers, mentors, teachers and friends who will challenge them to walk as one with You and model what that looks like. Guard their eyes, ears, heart, mind and body from evil, andContinue reading “Prayer for Sons and Parents”

Florida Awakens

Join us today through the National Day of Prayer on May 7, as we pray for the USA to awaken to Christ’s love. Over the past few weeks, thousands of young people in Florida have experienced a powerful move of the Spirit of God. During a scheduled event at Southeastern University on February 11, speaker Jennie AllenContinue reading “Florida Awakens”

A Prayer for Our Children

Join us now through May 7 for the National Day of Prayer Today, we are praying for the future of our nation and the world: our children. Lord, we ask You, please, for our children. Guard their hearts. Watch over them as they play. Keep their minds and eyes and hearts and bodies pure. BeContinue reading “A Prayer for Our Children”

Preparation and Prayer for NDOP 2026

As the 250th anniversary of the birth of our nation approaches, we are dedicating time and space here at the Prayer Wall to pray for our nation. Today we begin praying toward the National Day of Prayer on May 7. Is the Lord calling you to fast as you pray? Check out our So YouContinue reading “Preparation and Prayer for NDOP 2026”

A Busy Month for Terrorists in Nigeria

More than 30 armed Fulani militants opened fire on Odo-Eri community in Kogi state on April 22, kidnapping pastors and their families from two churches (an estimated 20 people), and causing others to flee. (TruthNigeria, April 23) On April 20, perhaps 20-35 terrorists attacked Kemanji in Kwara state with explosions and gunfire. Four soldiers died,Continue reading “A Busy Month for Terrorists in Nigeria”

Pakistan: Forced Marriage Upheld by Police

Muslim Ali Murtaza and two accomplices abducted Sidra Bibi, a 15-year-old Christian girl, at gunpoint from her village home in Jaranwala, Punjab, Pakistan on March 27. (Christian Daily International-Morning Star News, April 17) As soon as relatives informed Sidra’s father of the incident, Afzal Javed Masih registered a report. But the police falsely noted herContinue reading “Pakistan: Forced Marriage Upheld by Police”

America Reads the Bible

A Bible-reading marathon featuring close to 500 Christian political leaders, entertainers, pastors and other Christians began Sunday at Museum of the Bible in Washington, D.C. America Reads the Bible spokesperson, Candace Cameron Bure, said on Facebook (April 19), “What a weekend in Washington D.C. for the historic reading of the Holy Bible. Today we kickedContinue reading “America Reads the Bible”

Touch This Nation, Change Our Hearts

Decades ago, when God called our family to move to a dark area of the world where Christians are persecuted and share the good news with the lost, dedicated prayer warriors joined us on that journey. Many were elderly. They couldn’t work, but they had been through the fire and they could pray! They prayedContinue reading “Touch This Nation, Change Our Hearts”

Persecution News: Ethiopia, Iran, Belarus, China

Join us on Pentecost Sunday, May 24, for the International Day of Prayer for the Unreached. ETHIOPIA: Terrorists have launched several deadly assaults against Christians in the East Arsi Zone of Oromia Region over the past two months. More than 20 Christians were martyred in February in separate attacks inside a church and against OrthodoxContinue reading “Persecution News: Ethiopia, Iran, Belarus, China”

World News Holy Week and Beyond

PAKISTAN: A truck rammed into a crowd of 200 at high speed, injuring at least 60 members of St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, Klasske, Gujranwala, during an Easter sunrise procession on April 5. (Ayyaz Gulzar, Radio Veritas Asia, April 6) UNITED ARAB EMIRATES: Due to the threat of ongoing missile and drone attacks duringContinue reading “World News Holy Week and Beyond”

Resurrection Sunday Attacks Kill 93 in Nigeria

Just a week after 27 Christians were killed on Palm Sunday in Jos, Plateau state, suspected Fulani militants attacked the Christian communities of Mbalom and Mbasombo, Benue state, killing 26 and transforming joyful Resurrection Day festivities into mourning and displacement. (Tim, Open Doors, April 7) The same day, two churches in Ariko village, Kaduna stateContinue reading “Resurrection Sunday Attacks Kill 93 in Nigeria”

Come Out from There! – Isaiah 52

The Lord woke me up one morning, quoting from Isaiah 52, especially verses 11-12. I felt Him calling us to freedom. To leave behind the strongholds that have bound us, and do what it takes to run in the joy of the Spirit’s leading, so we can draw others into His love. A stronghold isContinue reading “Come Out from There! – Isaiah 52”

Awakening to Jesus

Today, I felt the Lord encouraging us from John 1:1-5, 10:10, 16:33; Philippians 4:13; and Psalm 118:24, to hand our day — not only today but every day — to Jesus to make it His. This day has already begun. What will you do with it? This day is My day. I have given itContinue reading “Awakening to Jesus”

Pray They Will Hear

Gather your church, your family and your prayer partners, and prepare now to join us on Pentecost Sunday, May 24, for the International Day for the Unreached. Did you know 3.37 billion people still have never heard the good news about Christ? That’s a third of the population of the world! Barriers like geographic isolation,Continue reading “Pray They Will Hear”

Listen UP!

How do you make decisions? Do you weigh the pros and cons? Press for what you want? Lean on your own understanding? Ask others their opinions on the matter? Our decision-making processes are one of the main ways the enemy slips in to do his dirty work. Do any of those methods feel familiar toContinue reading “Listen UP!”

Islamic Terrorists Kill 100+ Christians in DRC

More than 50,000 people from Christian communities in Ituri province, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) have been displaced and up to 106 killed after a string of attacks by Allied Democratic Forces (ADF). The terrorist group affiliated with Islamic State (ISIS) killed close to 60 people, abducted others and set fire to 44 homesContinue reading “Islamic Terrorists Kill 100+ Christians in DRC”

Holy Week Celebrations Restrained After Attack on Syrian Christian Village

As an expression of solidarity with the Christian town attacked and burned by Muslims last weekend in Syria, Greek Orthodox and Catholic patriarchs have called for “only prayer inside the churches,” rather than the jubilant songs and marching bands normally filling the streets during Holy Week in Christian communities. (Katie O’Malley, Mission Network News, AprilContinue reading “Holy Week Celebrations Restrained After Attack on Syrian Christian Village”

Maundy Thursday – Broken for Our Sin

Today, on Maundy Thursday, we think on the Last Supper, the prophetic bread broken that night to symbolize how the Bread of Life would soon be broken. By this time, Judas had already chosen to betray His Master and Friend. The others would soon fall asleep, and then desert Him. And Peter, who promised neverContinue reading “Maundy Thursday – Broken for Our Sin”

Passover Begins

Today at sundown, Passover begins. In Israel and throughout the world, Jewish families will gather for a special Seder feast to commemorate their nation’s miraculous Exodus from Egypt. (Exodus 6-15) As they break unleavened bread, drink wine and speak of salvation, let’s pray they will know the Bread of Life, the perfect Lamb of GodContinue reading “Passover Begins”

Passover Prayers for the Persecuted

As we near Passover this Holy Week, remembering our King’s triumphal entry, and then how He was tortured and killed by those He came to save, let’s remember our sisters and brothers throughout the world who are facing persecution and death for their faith in Christ…. Persecution this Holy Week: NIGERIA: Armed Muslim terrorists open-firedContinue reading “Passover Prayers for the Persecuted”

Prayer for Worldwide Revival

As Holy Week approaches and we remember Jesus’ death and resurrection, let’s pray now for every heart to awaken to Christ’s love. Father God, throughout our nation and the world, so many have yet to hear the good news that You loved us so much You gave Your only Son to die on the crossContinue reading “Prayer for Worldwide Revival”

Hope for Los Angeles

This month and next, one million Christians across Los Angeles are fasting, praying and sharing Christ with their communities. Then on April 11, a massive crowd is expected in the L.A. Memorial Coliseum for a time of worship, sharing testimonies, hearing the Word preached and baptizing those who choose to give their lives to Jesus.Continue reading “Hope for Los Angeles”

Don’t Let Fear Hold You Back

In what way has fear held you back from the greater things? What has God been calling you to do that you haven’t done yet? What’s keeping you from obedience? Fear not the storms ahead, for the One who calms the sea is with you. He has great things prepared to show you, to growContinue reading “Don’t Let Fear Hold You Back”

Awakening Gen Z, the Revival Generation

The Spirit of God has been sweeping across college campuses in the US, awakening hundreds of thousands of young people to His love. In September of 2023, just a few months after the Asbury Awakening, 5,000 students gathered to worship at Alabama’s Auburn University, with 200 spontaneously stepping into a nearby lake to be baptized. Since that first UniteUS event, moreContinue reading “Awakening Gen Z, the Revival Generation”

Prayer for This Week’s Headlines

ISRAEL: Close to 200 people were injured by Iranian strikes in Dimona and Arad yesterday, 11 of them seriously. Last Monday, amid a barrage of missiles from Iran, one struck just 350 meters from Al-Aqsa Mosque and the Temple Mount in Jerusalem Monday. IRAN: After the arrests of over 50,000 protesters in January and theContinue reading “Prayer for This Week’s Headlines”

UK Revival: Thousands Turning to Christ

What was once whispered a “quiet” revival in the United Kingdom is now full-blown, with Bible sales skyrocketing, new church plants rising up and young people, especially young men, returning to church.. Last month, more than 7,000 people gathered in London for an evangelistic crusade, and about 2,000 (mostly young people) made decisions for Christ.Continue reading “UK Revival: Thousands Turning to Christ”

Day 30: The World

30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening Verses for contemplation: John 3:16-21 The lostness of this world in turmoil is staggering. More than 174,200 people die daily without the hope of Christ. That’s over 1.2 million people in the coming week and over 5.2 million people in the coming month. Not only that, but theContinue reading “Day 30: The World”

Day 29: Caribbean

30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening Verses for contemplation: Matthew 13:45-46 The first explorers to Latin America landed on the shores of the Dominican Republic in 1492, and subsequent ships brought both Catholic clergy from Europe and slaves from Africa. In 1783, a manumitted slave from the USA served as a Baptist missionary toContinue reading “Day 29: Caribbean”

Day 28: South America

30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening Verses for contemplation: Psalm 28 Many of the early missionaries to South America died as martyrs, including Allen Gardiner of England, who journeyed 1,000 miles through the Argentine wilderness in the 19th century sharing Christ with tribes he encountered along the way with little to no success. HeContinue reading “Day 28: South America”

Day 27: Central America

30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening Verses for contemplation: Habakkuk 2:4-14 Christianity arrived in Central America during the 16th century, along with explorers and colonialists who mistreated and enslaved the native people. Juan de Zumarraga, appointed Protector of Indians, is one of many brave missionaries who fought for their rights and eventually helped establishContinue reading “Day 27: Central America”

Day 26: North America

30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening Praise God, 37 missing teens ages 14-17 were rescued in Riverside and other counties in California, USA last week during an anti-trafficking effort in which seven people were arrested. Lord, we praise You for this answer to prayer, and ask You now to pour out Your love overContinue reading “Day 26: North America”

Day 25: America

30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening Long-time Communist Cuba is now in talks with the US because of oil blockades and a major energy crisis marked by days-long blackouts across the island country, with food, fuel and medical care running out. Government leaders have agreed to release 51 prisoners, but have not specified yetContinue reading “Day 25: America”

Day 24: Oceania

30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening Verses for contemplation: Romans 12 Explorers in the 16th century first introduced Christianity to Oceania, but few records mention missions until the 19th century. Papua New Guinea, with its 885 tribes and almost as many languages, has attracted missionaries focused on unreached peoples and Bible translation. Today, thatContinue reading “Day 24: Oceania”

Day 23: Southeast Asia

30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening Verses for contemplation: Matthew 22:25-28 Southeast Asia is home to nearly 700 unreached people groups. In addition, six of these countries (the most violent of which is Myanmar) are on Open Doors’ World Watchlist of nations persecuting Christians. Christians and seekers of Christ face extreme pressure to conformContinue reading “Day 23: Southeast Asia”

Day 22: South Asia

30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening INDIA: On February 14, Hindu extremists in Kapena village blocked a Christian family from burying their son. All 30 believing families in this village have faced the locking of their church and violent pressure to renounce their faith. (Open Doors UK on X, February 19) Lord, please comfortContinue reading “Day 22: South Asia”

Day 21: East Asia

30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening Verses for contemplation: Isaiah 55 The Silk Road opened the way in AD 645 for Nestorian Christians to arrive in China, where they sought converts until suppressed 150 years later. In the 16th century, Jesuits brought the next wave of Christian influence to China, while Portuguese Catholics arrivedContinue reading “Day 21: East Asia”

Day 20: Central Asia

30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening Several Christian families in this region are at “extreme risk of persecution and detention right now. Due to their public profession of faith in Christ, they are now forced to flee for their lives and the lives of their children. We are doing what we can. Due toContinue reading “Day 20: Central Asia”

Day 19: North Asia

30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening Verses for contemplation: 1 John 4 Greek missionaries from the Byzantine Empire introduced Christianity to Kievan Rus in the 9th century. Now, the Russian Orthodox Church is the most prevalent religion of North Asia. Notable growth occurred among Protestants after World War I, when Russian prisoners came toContinue reading “Day 19: North Asia”

Day 18: Middle East

30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening Verses for contemplation: Isaiah 61:1-4 More than 3,000 years ago, the Hebrews settled in the area of today’s Israel, where King David ruled from Jerusalem, and where Jesus died and rose again. Acts 2 suggests those who heard the Gospel in their own languages at Pentecost would haveContinue reading “Day 18: Middle East”

Day 17: Asia

30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening Verses for contemplation: Isaiah 49:1-13 More than 5 billion people live on this massive continent, among them thousands of unreached people groups (UPGs). In fact, two countries in this region have populations of over a billion each: India, which also has a whopping 2,135 UPGs, and China, clockingContinue reading “Day 17: Asia”

Day 16: Southern Africa

30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening Persecuted Christians in African countries and other nations where Islamic extremists murder, rape and abduct those who do not follow Islam are asking for prayer for protection during the unrest caused by Khamenei’s downfall Saturday. Pray every heart caught up in the fight for Iran will know theContinue reading “Day 16: Southern Africa”

Day 15: East Africa

Day 14: Central Africa

Day 13: West Africa

Day 12: North Africa

Day 11: Africa

Day 10: Eastern Europe

30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening Verses for contemplation: John 10:7-16 Christianity spread into Eastern Europe in the first centuries after Christ’s resurrection and eventually became the main religion in many of the countries on our map below. But for most of the 20th century (1922-1991), Christians in Estonia, Lithuania, Latvia, Belarus, Ukraine, MoldovaContinue reading “Day 10: Eastern Europe”

Day 9: Northern Europe

30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening Verse for contemplation: Jeremiah 29:11 During the Viking Age in the 9th century, as Norsemen traveled, traded and plundered other lands, they encountered Christian communities. But only after several influential chieftains chose baptism did Christianity take hold in Scandinavia. Hermits from Ireland who settled in Iceland were theContinue reading “Day 9: Northern Europe”

Day 8: Southern Europe

30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening Verses for contemplation: Hebrews 13:1-8 Several of the first Christian churches mentioned in the New Testament sprang to life in Italy, Macedonia and Greece on Paul’s missionary journeys. As the centuries moved on, the Roman Catholic Church established its papal seat in Holy See (of Rome). In theContinue reading “Day 8: Southern Europe”

Day 7: Western Europe

30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening Verses for contemplation: Psalm 85:6-7 Western Europe is the home of such renowned hymn writers, missionaries and preachers as Charles Wesley, Hudson Taylor and Charles Spurgeon. In fact, much of the spread of Christianity throughout the world in recent centuries began with faithful believers in this region whoContinue reading “Day 7: Western Europe”

Day 6: Europe

30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening As we pray for Europe today, please stop and lift up Ukraine. Tomorrow, February 24, marks four years since Russia began the devastating war which has caused an estimated 2 million military casualties on both sides. (See our Pray for Ukraine and Russia page.) Verses for contemplation: EzekielContinue reading “Day 6: Europe”

Day 5: Unreached Peoples

30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening Verses for contemplation: Romans 10:9-15 A “people group” is an ethnic population bound together by common language, culture, religion and/or other features which set them apart from the peoples around them. An unreached people group (UPG) has little or no way to hear the good news about Christ.Continue reading “Day 5: Unreached Peoples”

Day 4: Persecuted Church

30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening This week, we began our 30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening February 18-March 19 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. Jump on in and join us,Continue reading “Day 4: Persecuted Church”