Give thanks to Jesus for showing Himself to be divine Rescuer, Prince of Peace, Hope of the nations. Pray that the joy and hope of Jesus will be revealed to Christians in Turkmenistan who are sorrowful and feel uncertain of the future.
2016-11-20: The Church in Kenya.
Praise God for the church in Kenya. Pray that God would provide Christ followers in Kenya an increase in opportunities to share about Jesus without fear of retaliation.
2017-11-19: Believers in Qatar.
We pray today for believers in Qatar who are facing opposition from their family because of their decisions for Christ. Strengthen them with the promises of Your Word and Your Spirit, and give them words to answer those who question, accuse, and threaten them.
2016-11-18: Obey God Rather than Men.
When brought before the government rulers to account for their illegal preaching of the Gospel, Peter and the apostles replied, “We must obey God rather than men!” (Acts 5:29). Lord, we pray that you will give the believers in Central African Republic the courage to speak about You boldly even when it is forbidden. Give them wisdom and faith.
2016-11-17: Persecuted People.
In regard to His persecuted people, praise God for He has a plan. He sees oppression and sends a deliverer or provides a way to escape. God’s mighty power is on display. Pray for believers in Vietnam to move forward in their faith and trust in God’s Sovereign plan and mighty power.
2016-11-16: Labor.
“…and we labor, working with our own hands. When reviled, we bless; when persecuted, we endure” (1 Cor 4:12). Lord we pray that this would be the testimony of the believers in Uzbekistan. Strengthen them to endure through increasing persecution and family tension. We pray they be steadfast in their faith.
2016-11-15: Persecuted Christians.
In describing persecuted Christians, Hebrews 10:33 says, “Sometimes you were publicly exposed to insult and persecution; at other times you stood side by side with those who were so treated.” Let us stand with our Yemen brothers and sisters in asking God to empower them to stand strong even while facing public insult and persecution.
2016-11-13: Extremist Groups.
There are extremist groups with militant members who pose a dangerous threat worldwide. Let us pray together in th Name of Jesus that, among these radicals in Libya and other places, God would raise up passionate evangelists who are filled with His Holy Spirit, just like He did with the Apostle Paul.
2016-11-12: Believers in Maldives.
Give praise for believers in Maldives who are standing strong in the presence of persecution. Pray for the decrease in persecution and the increase in new prospects investigating Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior.
2016-11-11: Nigerian Christians.
Nearly every Sunday, Nigerian Christians face attacks as they attempt to worship God. In spite of knowing attacks are likely, these brave believers still assemble. Pray for the boldness of Nigerians and pray that attackers grow weary and uninterested in being the persecutors.