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Pray →Lord of Justice and Compassion, we lift up Nicaragua, where Roberto faces exile and loss. You see the injustice and the pain of those who are silenced for their faith, and You do not abandon the afflicted. Establish Your peace in the hearts of those who suffer for Your name's sake, and let Your righteousness shine forth. Reveal Jesus to the authorities and communities who stand against Your people, transforming hearts with the light of Your truth. Sustain Roberto and others like him with the hope that does not put to shame, and let their endurance testify to Your unfailing love. May Your Kingdom come in Nicaragua, for the glory of Your name. Amen.

Pray →Lord God, the One who calls us out of darkness into marvelous light, we lift up Yasser Eric and all who, like him, have found new life in Christ but face rejection from those they love. You see the pain of being disowned and the courage it takes to follow Your Son against all odds. Strengthen Yasser and similar believers with the assurance that they are never alone, for You are their refuge and strength. Establish their hearts in faith, and let Your peace guard their minds in the face of hostility. Reveal Jesus to those who persecute them, that they might see the light of the world and come to know Him as Savior. May Your Church grow through their witness, as they stand firm in love and truth. In Christ, who is our peace, we trust. Amen.

Pray →God of Deliverance, we thank You for the release of Deacon Jang from captivity in North Korea and his safe return to China. You are the One who breaks open the prison doors and sets captives free. We praise You for the mercy shown in his liberation and ask that You strengthen him for what lies ahead. Sustain the believers in North Korea who remain under severe oppression, and reveal Jesus to those who hold them captive. Let Your light shine in the darkest places, bringing hope and transformation. Grant courage and wisdom to Deacon Jang as he shares his testimony, that many may come to know the freedom Christ offers. To You, who hears the cries of the oppressed and delivers them, be glory and honor, now and forever. Amen.

Pray →Almighty God, whose purposes cannot be thwarted, we lift up the Christian mission work in India facing new regulatory challenges. You have declared that Your word will not return void but will accomplish what You desire. Empower Your servants in India with wisdom and discernment as they navigate these uncertain times, and sustain the mission work by Your provision. Reveal Jesus to those drafting these regulations, that they may come to know the One who is the Light of the world. Strengthen believers in India to continue spreading the Gospel in boldness and love, and let the message of Christ be a light shining in the darkness. We trust that Your kingdom will advance, and we ask this in the name of Jesus, the Living Word. Amen.

Pray →God of Justice and Compassion, we lift up the community of Pattoki in Pakistan, where Sadique, a Christian brick kiln worker, paid the ultimate price for quenching his thirst. You have seen the injustice done, and Your heart is moved by the suffering of the oppressed. Establish Your righteousness in Pattoki, and comfort the family and friends of Sadique with Your everlasting peace. Reveal Jesus to those who harbor hatred and division, turning hearts from stone to flesh. Protect the believers in Pakistan from fear, and let their lives reflect the light of Christ in this dark place. May Your Kingdom come in power and love, transforming communities and breaking down barriers. We trust in Your sovereign purposes and rest in the hope of Your coming reign. In the name of Jesus, our Redeemer, Amen.

Pray →God of Justice and Deliverance, we lift up Nicaragua and Bishop Abelardo Mata, who remains missing amidst growing concerns. You see all hidden things and hold every heart in Your hand. Shine Your light into the shadows where truth has been suppressed, and bring justice to those who cry out for righteousness. Guard the hearts of believers in Nicaragua, that they may not grow weary or faint under oppression. Reveal Jesus to the leaders of this nation and those who have power to act, that they might turn from darkness to light. Establish Your peace in Nicaragua, and let Your justice roll down like waters. We trust in Your unfailing love and wait upon Your deliverance through Christ our Lord. Amen.

Pray →God of Justice and Compassion, we lift up our voices for India, where violence has struck Your servant, and authorities have looked away. Your heart is for the oppressed. Shield the pastor who was beaten, and incline Your ear to his cries, bringing healing and courage to his spirit. Let Your righteousness shine like the dawn in this land, revealing Jesus to those who oppose Your name. Strengthen the church in India to stand firm. Be a beacon of truth and love amid hostility. May Your justice roll down like waters, and righteousness like an ever-flowing stream. It is in Your powerful name that we trust and pray, Amen.

Pray →God of all Comfort, we lift up the church in Somaliland, mourning the loss of Sharif Ali who gave his life for faith in Your Son. You have counted the cost, and not one tear falls without Your notice. May the witness of Sharif's life and death draw many in Somaliland to the saving knowledge of Jesus. Uphold his family with Your unfailing love, and let Your Spirit comfort them in their grief. Protect the believers in Somaliland from fear and strengthen them to stand firm in their faith. Reveal Jesus to those who plotted against him, and let Your light shine in the darkest hearts. May Your Kingdom come with power and mercy across this land, for Your glory and the salvation of many. In the name of Jesus, who conquered death. Amen.

Pray →God of All Comfort, we lift before You the leaders of Zion Church in China, especially those like Pastor Wang Lin who remain imprisoned. You see the chains that bind Your servants, and Your heart is with those who suffer for Your name. Strengthen these leaders with hope and courage, that they may be renewed in spirit even as their bodies are confined. Reveal Jesus to the jailers, officials, and all those who witness their steadfast faith, turning hearts from stone to flesh. Let the light of Your truth shine in the darkness of these prisons, illuminating Your presence where oppression seeks to reign. May the testimony of these believers bear fruit, sowing seeds of the Gospel throughout China. For the glory of Your name, we entrust them to Your care, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.