Two More Hostages Confirmed Dead

Israel announced yesterday the deaths of two more hostages, Alexander Dancyg, 75, and Yagev Buchshtab, 35, bringing the total up to 44 dead among the remaining 116 hostages held by Hamas. The two men, held together in the same location in Khan Younis, likely died several months ago, during an IDF offensive in that area.Continue reading “Two More Hostages Confirmed Dead”

Syrians Find Hope in Christ

The Christian population of Syria has diminished dramatically and many church buildings lie in ruins after more than a decade of civil war and last year’s earthquakes. But these factors have also brought about a hunger for Truth among Muslims, and more and more are now converting to Christianity. Nearly 90% Muslim, Syria is #12Continue reading “Syrians Find Hope in Christ”

Hurricane, Heatwave, Landslide, Missiles

USA: Hurricane Beryl left about two million without power in Texas during dangerously high temperatures, and killed one in Louisiana and six in Texas, adding to the death toll of at least 11 in the Caribbean. US states in its northeasterly pathway now face heavy rain and flooding. Meanwhile, heatwaves have caused at least fourContinue reading “Hurricane, Heatwave, Landslide, Missiles”

Prayers for the Yet Unborn

Father God, today we ask You for those all throughout the world who are yet unborn. Hold them in the palm of Your hand and cover them as a Shield, sealing them for Love. Shape them perfectly by Your mighty perfect hand, every cell, every organ wonderfully and beautifully made. Speak tenderly to them evenContinue reading “Prayers for the Yet Unborn”

Upcoming Elections

Perhaps the biggest election year in history, 2024 has been dubbed “Super Election Year,” with more than 60 nations holding national elections involving some 2 billion voters. Upcoming Election Events for June-July: FRANCE: Parliamentary elections on June 30 and July 7 will also determine the prime minister position. IRAN: After a helicopter crash killed PresidentContinue reading “Upcoming Elections”

Headline Prayers These Days

BANGLADESH: After weeks of heavy rains have flooded farmlands and homes in the northeast, nearly two million stranded people face the threat of food shortages and waterborne diseases. In the south, at least ten Rohingya refugees from Myanmar, including three children, died from mudslides and heavy rainfall in refugee camps. INDIA: Landslides, heavy rains andContinue reading “Headline Prayers These Days”

Walking Toward Oneness

When we go through trials, it’s easy to look around and think, “Why doesn’t she have this problem? Am I the only one going through this?” or “Why does God heal him but not me?” or “Why is my marriage in pieces, and that other couple is so blessed?” The truth is we all haveContinue reading “Walking Toward Oneness”

More Than 1,000 Die in Hajj Heatwave

More than 1,000 Muslims from around the world have died over the past few days in Saudi Arabia, as temperatures soared to 51.8C (125.24F) during the annual Islamic pilgrimage of hajj. Among the dead are more than 600 Egyptians, almost 100 Indians, 60 Jordanians, at least 11 Americans, five Iranians, and an unknown number ofContinue reading “More Than 1,000 Die in Hajj Heatwave”

Prayer for Muslim Pilgrims

More than 1.8 million Muslims from throughout the world have converged upon Mecca, Saudi Arabia, June 14-19, for Hajj. Hundreds have died from extreme heat. Hajj is a mandatory pilgrimage to the “House of Allah” which must be carried out at least once in a lifetime, if they are physically and financially able, for theContinue reading “Prayer for Muslim Pilgrims”

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”