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WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 30, 2026
“O Jerusalem, I have posted watchmen on your walls; they will pray day and night, continually. Take no rest, all you who pray to the Lord.” —Isaiah 62:6
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Daily prayer with the global church:

Prayer for Persecuted Christians in Algeria — September 30, 2026

God of Peace, today we come before You with Nadia in our hearts. She seeks Your wisdom as she follows Christ each day in Algiers, Algeria. Keep her heart settled under Your rule, Lord. Encourage believers across Algeria who quietly worship You and share the hope they've found in Jesus. May their faith remain strong and steadfast. Your Word says in Colossians 3:15 that we should let "the peace of God rule" in our hearts and be "thankful." Let that be true for Nadia and all believers in Algiers. Bless every church meeting in homes and every conversation that points someone toward Christ. In these gatherings, raise up shepherds who lead with humility and guide Your people with love. Prepare many hearts to welcome Jesus with joy, Lord. And teach us to follow our King with the same humility He has shown us. Keep the churches there united and full of grace, spreading the Good News of Jesus with courage and compassion. In Jesus' name, Amen.

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Escaping Execution: A Priest’s 2022 Jihadist Captivity Foretold Nigeria’s Rising Christian Death Toll

His captors vowed to “exterminate Christians.” Four years later, coordinated attacks across Plateau, Benue, and Kaduna show the threat was never contained. By Mary Kiara LAGOS, Nigeria — Four years after Catholic priest Father Stephen Ojapah survived a jihadist execution…

Pray →Redeemer, we bring before You the people of Plateau, Benue, and Kaduna who face relentless attacks. Father, You promise that if Your people humble themselves, pray, and seek Your face, You will heal their land. Let healing rise in these regions like a dawn breaking over a long night. Guard the believers there with Your peace that passes understanding and assure them that the gates of hell shall not prevail against Your Church. Unveil Jesus to those who wield violence, that they may encounter Your mercy and become vessels of peace. Strengthen Your Church in Nigeria to stand firm in truth and love, witnessing to the power of Christ crucified and risen. For the glory of Your name in all the earth. Amen.

Truth Nigeria·Prayer·

Muslims Protest against Pork Restaurant in Indonesia

SURABAYA, Indonesia (Morning Star News) – A protest in Indonesia against a restaurant specializing in pork dishes reflects a trend of Muslims pressuring Christian-owned businesses serving food forbidden in Islam, sources said.

Pray →Living God, we lift up Surabaya where tensions simmer over the protests against Christian-owned businesses. You are the One who looks at the heart, seeing beyond outward appearances and disputes. We ask You to reveal Jesus in this city, dismantling barriers of hostility and paving a way for true peace. Guard those who stand faithfully amidst opposition, and let their lives be a witness to Your grace. Draw near to those who protest with hardened hearts, opening their eyes to truth and love that transcends cultural divides. Let Your kingdom come in Indonesia as it is in heaven, revealing mercy where anger has taken root. To You belong all power and glory, now and forever. Amen.

Morning Star News·Prayer·

Sign before praying: A new conversion law is affecting churchgoers in Indian state

A new anti-conversion law in Maharashtra is raising questions about faith, choice and freedom.

Pray →Shepherd, we lift up Maharashtra as anti-conversion laws bring new trials to believers. Your voice is known by those who follow You, and Your sheep hear You despite any attempts to silence their faith. Stand with Your people there, guarding them with Your rod and staff. Reveal Jesus to lawmakers, officials, and all who witness these challenges, that they may see in Him the Light of the World. Let truth spring from their courage. Sustain pastors and leaders as they navigate these restrictions, and let their testimony shine before neighbors and friends. You make streams flow in the desert; pour out understanding where confusion reigns. We trust You to guide Your flock with wisdom and love. In Jesus' name we pray. Amen.

BBC News (World)·Prayer·

Probe ties brother of Pakistani cleric stripped of Lambeth award to blasphemy network

A British newspaper investigation alleging that the brother of Pakistan Ulema Council (PUC) Chairman Hafiz Muhammad Tahir Mahmood Ashrafi is connected to a network accused of using Pakistan’s blasphemy laws to abduct, torture and extort people has raised fresh questions about…

Pray →God of Truth, we bring before You the people of Pakistan, where blasphemy laws have been used to harm and oppress. You know the hearts of all, and nothing is hidden from Your sight. Shine Your light into the darkness, exposing what has been concealed in shadows. Protect those who are wrongfully accused and suffering under unjust charges. Raise up advocates who will stand for righteousness and justice in this land. Reveal Jesus to those entangled in these oppressive networks, meeting them as You met Saul and turning their zeal toward Your purposes. Establish peace and truth in Pakistan through the power of the Gospel. In the name of Jesus Christ, who came to seek and save the lost. Amen.

Christian Daily International·Prayer·

Freed Chinese pastor joins advocates in urging Christians to speak for the imprisoned

A Chinese pastor freed from prison three months ago joined advocates at a religious freedom conference in Dallas, Texas, on Monday (Sept. 28) in urging Christians to pray and speak out for those jailed for their faith.

Pray →Living God, we lift up the church in China as they labor under pressure and persecution, yet remain steadfast in faith. Thank You for the release of this pastor who now joins his voice to urge action for those still bound in prison cells for Your name's sake. Let Your light shine in every dark place where believers are held captive. Fill them with hope and courage as they suffer, knowing that You hear the cries of the righteous and deliver them from all their troubles. Reveal Jesus to guards, officials, and those who persecute — meet them as You met Saul on the road. Strengthen Your people across China with boldness to speak, pray, and witness to the truth of Christ. Let freedom ring not only in the hearts of believers but transform entire communities through the power of Your Gospel. All this we ask for the glory of Your holy name. Amen.

Christian Daily International·Prayer·

Taliban ministry closes three more Shiite-linked institutions in Kabul

According to the sources, the centers include Al-Zahra Clinic, the Tebyan Center and the Resalat religious school. The post Taliban ministry closes three more Shiite-linked institutions in Kabul appeared first on Amu TV.

Pray →Everlasting God, we lift before You the city of Kabul, where the Taliban ministry has closed more Shiite-linked institutions. In this place of tension and division, reveal the peace that surpasses understanding, and bring unity among those who are torn apart by strife. Guard Your people in these uncertain times. Let Your light shine through the believers there, as a beacon for all who seek truth and hope. Intervene powerfully where injustice reigns, turning the hearts of leaders and persecutors towards grace and mercy. May the name of Jesus be known across Kabul in unexpected ways, drawing even those who oppose Him into Your embrace. We ask it all for the sake of Your glory, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Amu TV (Afghanistan)·Prayer·

“Islamize or Perish”: Over 100 Christian Women and Children Still Held After 132 Days in Boko Haram Captivity

Mass abductions across southern Borno reveal a widening campaign of forced conversion and targeted violence as families plead for rescue and officials deny religious persecution. By Suleman Ayuba MAIDUGURI, Nigeria — For 132 days, more than 100 Christian women and children from…

Pray →Most High God, we lift up the women and children held captive in southern Borno, knowing You care for the afflicted and hear their cries. Defend the fatherless and the oppressed; bring deliverance to those suffering in captivity and turn back every plan of violence that seeks to harm Your people. In Your mercy, dismantle the strongholds of Boko Haram, and reveal Jesus to their captors, even as Saul was confronted on his path of persecution. Strengthen the believers in Borno with faith and courage, that they might stand firm amidst threats and uphold Your name with love. Let pure religion shine brightly in this darkness — visiting orphans and widows in distress and keeping oneself unstained by the world. For Your Kingdom's sake we pray. Amen.

Truth Nigeria·Prayer·

China Detains Beijing house church leaders in latest crackdown on unregistered churches

Authorities in China have detained several pastors and church workers from Beijing Jiaquan Church, an independent house church operating in the capital.

Pray →King of Heaven, we lift up the leaders and members of Beijing Jiaquan Church, facing detention and pressure in this time. You are the Faithful and True One who rides to conquer, for all authority in heaven and earth belongs to You. Guard these believers held captive for Your name; protect them as they proclaim Your truth even behind closed doors. Let not fear or uncertainty silence their testimony. Instead, embolden them with Your Spirit that they might speak with power. Reveal Jesus as King to those who wield authority in China and open their eyes to the light of Your Gospel. Let the watching communities see His glory over oppression. For Yours is the Kingdom and the power forever. Amen.

The Christian Post·Prayer·

THE WEEK: Fulani Militia Defy Curfew to Attack Christian Communities in Plateau State

18 Killed, 9 Wounded in Plateau, as 87 Abducted in Western states By Ezinwanne Onwuka Attacks that began over the weekend in Nigeria’s north-central Plateau State, prompted the state government to impose a dusk-to-dawn curfew, but to little avail, as attacks continued.

Pray →Redeemer, we lift up the Christian communities in Plateau State as they face persistent attacks. You are a refuge to those in trouble, and Your arm is not too short to save. Restrain the violence of the Fulani militia and turn their hearts from hate, just as You stopped Balaam on his way with a word. Protect the vulnerable and give courage to the believers standing firm in this storm. Reveal Jesus even among those who wield weapons, showing them the kindness of a Savior who breaks cycles of vengeance and death. Strengthen Your Church to proclaim peace with boldness and truth amid trial. Let Your kingdom advance here for the glory of Your name. We ask it through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Truth Nigeria·Prayer·

Conditions Worsen for Stateless Rohingya Christians

The Rohingya are known largely as a Muslim ethnic group forcibly driven from Myanmar. But a small subset of Rohingya are Christian. Numbering about 1,500 in total, these Christians comprise a small fraction of 1% of the overall Rohingya population.

Pray →King of Heaven, we bring before You the stateless Rohingya Christians, living without the recognition and shelter that so many take for granted. You see their struggles and know them each by name, even as they are hidden from the eyes of the world. Sustain these believers amidst their trials and let Your presence be their strong tower. Reveal Jesus as the hope that cannot be shaken in refugee camps where despair often reigns. Turn officials' hearts toward justice and mercy, opening pathways for peace and belonging. Strengthen Your Church among the Rohingya to be light in dark places, and embolden them to proclaim Your truth without fear. We trust You to keep these precious ones secure under the shadow of Your wings. May Your love, which casts out all fear, reign in their lives for Your glory. In Jesus’ mighty name, Amen.

International Christian Concern (Persecution.org)·Prayer·

Hindu nationalist groups targeted Christians in 60 incidents in West Bengal since BJP took power, report says

A research group has recorded at least 60 incidents targeting Christians in 13 districts of the Indian state of West Bengal since the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) formed its government there for the first time in May.

Pray →God of Mercy, we lift before You the Christians in West Bengal facing hostility and targeted attacks. You see each incident, and not one falls outside Your notice. We ask You to be their fortress and shield against intimidation and fear. Let their faith remain steadfast in this time of trial. Pour out wisdom and grace upon those leading the church there, that they might know how to navigate these challenging days with courage and love. Soften the hearts of those who persecute, that even as Saul was met on the road to Damascus, they too might encounter Jesus and turn from violence to peace. Let Your Word spread openly in West Bengal, breaking down barriers of hostility. This we ask through Christ our Lord, Amen.

Christian Today India·Prayer·

ChinaAid raises health alarm for imprisoned Pastor Wang Yi, calls for family access

(Midland, Texas — September 28, 2026) — ChinaAid has received deeply concerning information from sources inside China indicating that imprisoned Early Rain Covenant Church Pastor Wang Yi, held in southwestern China, may be suffering from advanced liver cancer.

Pray →God of All Comfort, we lift up Pastor Wang Yi as he faces uncertainty and potential illness in prison. You know every hair on his head and the number of his days; hold him securely in Your hand. Pour out healing, strengthen his body, and grant access for his family to provide care and support. Reveal Jesus to the prison authorities and those watching over him, that they might see the truth of the One who sets captives free. Let Your Gospel shine brightly even in confinement, drawing hearts toward Your light. We entrust Pastor Wang Yi to Your care, believing in Your power to save and restore. In the name of Jesus Christ our Lord, Amen.

ChinaAid·Prayer·

Injured Polish priest urges ‘love,’ ‘forgiveness’ after deadly knife attack on convent

Father Adrian Mantykiewicz, who was injured in an attack that left a fellow priest dead, said “we must overcome the evil that happened here.”

Pray →God of Love, we bring before You the people of Poland and the grieving community affected by the attack on the convent. Even in deep sorrow, Father Adrian has pointed to love and forgiveness — show us how love fulfills the law, bringing healing to hearts torn by violence. We ask You to comfort Father Adrian and all who mourn with the hope only found in Jesus. Guard those who continue to serve Your name amid fear, and let their love for enemies be a testament to Your power. Encounter those who persecute, turning their hearts from darkness to light, that they may see Jesus revealed as Savior. May love abound in this land, and may forgiveness flow as a river through Christ's transformative grace. Amen.

EWTN News·Prayer·

Sri Lanka: Gunmen Behind 2019 Easter Sunday Massacre Jailed

Fifteen men have been convicted and collectively sentenced to 220 years in prison. They face charges of murder, conspiracy, and... The post Sri Lanka: Gunmen Behind 2019 Easter Sunday Massacre Jailed appeared first on Open Doors.

Pray →Living God, we remember the people of Sri Lanka, especially those affected by the Easter Sunday massacre. As the gunmen face their sentences, we ask that You reveal Jesus to them, even in their confinement, just as You met Saul on his way to Damascus. Open their hearts to Your gospel of grace and truth. Sustain the believers in Sri Lanka who still carry wounds from that day, and strengthen them as witnesses of Your peace and forgiveness. Bring healing to grieving families and courage to those who continue to worship under threat. Let new life spring up across Sri Lanka — in homes, communities, and even prisons — as Your Spirit moves with power. We trust in Your redemption for all who call upon Your name. Amen.

Open Doors Australia·Prayer·

Russia launches third consecutive attack on Kyiv, killing 1, injuring at least 4, setting off fires

Air defenses were engaged as Russian drones damaged residential buildings and a warehouse, Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko said.

Pray →Healer of all who call upon Your name, we lift Kyiv to You as attacks continue to batter this city. In the smoke and ashes, we know that You mourn with those who are mourning, and You draw near to the brokenhearted. Guard the lives of those caught in the chaos, hold tight to families forced into shelters and uncertainty. Quench every flame set ablaze by violence. Reveal Jesus to the wounded and grieving, and let His light shine even in this darkness. Strengthen Your church in Kyiv to be a shelter for hope and healing. May Your Gospel advance in places where destruction seems louder. We ask for peace, trusting that You alone sustain us. Amen.

Kyiv Independent·Prayer·

Taliban official confirms arrests of women in Kabul, Herat

Saifuddin Khaibar said that women are required to cover their entire bodies under the Taliban’s interpretation of Islamic law. The post Taliban official confirms arrests of women in Kabul, Herat appeared first on Amu TV.

Pray →Most High God, we bring before You the women of Kabul and Herat who have been arrested and oppressed under rigid laws. You see each heart longing for justice and dignity, and nothing escapes Your notice. Guard these women in their distress, and reveal Jesus as the defender of the weak in this land. Let Your truth and righteousness advance among those in authority, turning hearts of stone into flesh. Comfort families torn by fear, and sustain the believers quietly working for peace in Afghanistan. We ask for Your Spirit to move mightily so that Your name is lifted high above every other power. In the name of Jesus, Amen.

Amu TV (Afghanistan)·Prayer·

Saudi warplanes bomb Yemeni marketplace, killing and wounding civilians

TEHRAN — Saudi fighter jets bombed a crowded civilian marketplace in southwestern Yemen on Sunday morning. According to preliminary reports, the attack killed at least seven people and wounded at least 43 others. Several children were among the casualties.

Pray →God of All Comfort, we lift up the wounded and grieving in Yemen, where a marketplace became a place of mourning. You are near to the brokenhearted and save those crushed in spirit. Turn Your face toward this land overwhelmed by suffering and bring healing where there is deep hurt. Restrain the violence that shatters homes and lives, and let justice roll down like waters in this conflict. Reveal Jesus to those who grieve, to leaders who wield power, and to every heart hardened by war. May Your peace replace fear as it guards the hearts of those who mourn today. We trust in Your unfailing love and justice for Yemen, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Tehran Times·Prayer·

At least one Christian killed every 86 minutes in Nigeria: report

Christians in Nigeria were killed at a rate of one every 86 minutes between Jan. 1 and Sept. 8, most of them in a region that receives low priority in Nigerian and U.S. security policy, a new report by a U.S.-based aid agency shows.

Pray →Father of time and creation, we lift up the believers in Nigeria who live under the shadow of relentless violence. You are the One who holds eternity in His hands; not a single sparrow falls without Your knowledge. Comfort those who mourn and strengthen those who remain to carry Your name in places darkened by fear. Rise up, Lord, against the forces that aim to silence Your Church. May Your light break through every shadow, illuminating paths of peace and revealing Jesus to those who have yet to know Him. Touch the hearts of those pursuing violence and deliver them from the grip of hatred. Let justice flow like a river across this land, and give courage to believers as they stand firm in faith. For the glory of Your unending dominion, through Christ our Lord. Amen.

The Christian Post·Prayer·

Iranian Christian Granted Israeli Residency After Huckabee Appeals to Netanyahu

An Iranian-born Christian facing deportation from Israel has been granted temporary residency following an intervention by U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee, according to an exclusive report by ALL ISRAEL NEWS.

Pray →Redeemer, we thank You for the provision of safety and refuge for this Iranian Christian now granted temporary residency in Israel. You are the One who watches over the sojourner and upholds the cause of the oppressed. Guard this new resident as they seek peace in a foreign land and let their life be a testimony to Your faithfulness. Reveal Jesus to those making decisions on matters of asylum, and soften hearts hardened against Your name. Let their witness in Israel stir a curiosity among neighbors, that they may come to know the One who gives rest for weary souls. We ask all this trusting in Your wisdom and mercy. In the name of Jesus, our Refuge, Amen.

Worthy News Christian Persecution·Prayer·

“Grassroots Theoretical Propaganda” Now Reaches Every Household in China

A nationwide system now merges digital extraction, algorithmic profiling, and immersive simulation to push Party ideology into every citizen’s daily life. The post “Grassroots Theoretical Propaganda” Now Reaches Every Household in China first appeared on Bitter Winter.

Pray →God of Truth, we lift up the people of China as pervasive propaganda seeks to invade every corner of their lives. You are the God who commands light to shine out of darkness — let Your truth pierce through these shadowed narratives. Expose falsehoods for what they are, and establish a firm ground where Your Gospel may spread without restraint. Strengthen believers across this vast land to stand firm, rooted in Your Word, not swayed by deceit. Reveal Jesus to those tasked with enforcing this ideology, turning their hearts toward the light of Your saving grace. We ask this trusting that truth alone sets free. In the name of our Savior and King, Amen.

Bitter Winter·Prayer·

Sri Lanka Easter Convictions Renew Questions Over Justice For Pakistan’s Christians

Christian advocates urged authorities across South Asia on Sunday to ensure greater accountability for deadly attacks targeting Christians after recent convictions over Sri Lanka’s 2019 Easter bombings renewed scrutiny of attacks in Pakistan.

Pray →Holy One, we lift up the Christians in Sri Lanka and Pakistan facing threats and injustice. You are the God who sees the suffering of Your people, and You will not be silent forever. Guard these communities from fear, and let truth break through where lies have held power. Reveal Jesus to those who persecute Your church, even as He revealed Himself to Saul on the Damascus road. Let freedom reign across South Asia as Your kingdom advances in unexpected places. We ask for justice to rise like a mighty river, cleansing what is corrupt and nourishing what is true. May the resurrected Christ be made known in every heart that resists Him now. To You belong honor, dominion, and peace through Jesus our Lord. Amen.

Worthy News Christian Persecution·Prayer·

Ethnic Unity: China Celebrates a Law of Erasure

Beijing’s first Ethnic Unity and Progress Publicity Week presented forced assimilation as harmony. The post Ethnic Unity: China Celebrates a Law of Erasure first appeared on Bitter Winter.

Pray →Lord of Hosts, we bring before You the people of China as Beijing celebrates what it calls ethnic unity. In a time when harmony is misused to erase culture and identity, we ask You to dismantle systems that enforce conformity, and establish true peace that honors diversity as a gift from You. Raise up voices among Your people in China to speak truth with love, and protect them from being silenced. As the nations gather around Your throne, let every tribe, tongue, and nation be seen as reflections of Your creativity and glory. Meet with officials who promote policies of erasure; reveal Jesus to them as Lord over all creation. We trust Your hand to work in unseen ways for the good of those who love You. For the sake of Your name and kingdom. Amen.

Bitter Winter·Prayer·

Ukraine war latest: Russian attacks kill 14, injure 57 across Ukraine in 'mass strike'

Key developments on Sept. 26-27: Russian attacks kill 14, injure 57 across Ukraine, with Odesa Oblast targeted in 'mass strike' Russia launches third consecutive attack on Kyiv, killing 1, injuring at least 4, setting off fires Zelensky says over 10,000 Russian troops killed or…

Pray →Shepherd, we lift up the people of Ukraine as they face yet another wave of attacks, with lives lost and many wounded. You see each one caught in the crossfire of violence. Gather the grieving under Your wings, and steady those holding on to hope amidst destruction. Bring peace to Kyiv and Odesa, where strikes have sown chaos and fear. Speak peace into soldiers' hearts, turning their swords into plowshares. Reveal Jesus to all—those in power, those afraid, and those weary of conflict. Sustain Your Church in Ukraine to be a light amid the darkness. Let the Good News of Christ advance unimpeded by turmoil. We trust in Your unfailing love, seeking Your will done on earth as it is in heaven. Amen.

Kyiv Independent·Prayer·

Police arrest suspect in pepper-spray attack on Christian child on Yom Kippur

The police previously said they closed the case after they exhausted all leads. The nine-year-old boy from Jerusalem's Christian community was pepper-sprayed after stopping for the man and speaking in English

Pray →God of Justice, our Deliverer, we bring the city of Jerusalem before You, remembering the Christian child attacked with pepper spray. In a land where tensions run deep, guard the hearts and minds of children who bear these divisions. Reveal Jesus to those whose hearts are gripped by animosity and misunderstanding. Let Your truth shine through darkness, turning hostility into peace. We ask that You restrain those who would cause harm and open their eyes to Your love and mercy. Let repentance lead to atonement for violence and hatred. Strengthen believers in Jerusalem to stand firm, shining as lights amidst adversity. For the honor of Your name we pray. Amen.

Haaretz·Prayer·

Child survivor of ethnic cleansing finds hope through Christ-centered NGO

At first, the boy from Artsakh drew mostly darkness, a reflection of the trauma tied to the forced displacement of his people three years ago, but after working with a Christ-centered program, the boy has gradually begun to depict the world with more color.

Pray →God of All Comfort, we lift up the children of Artsakh who have endured such darkness, and we rejoice in the glimpses of hope You have begun to paint on their hearts. Like the colors now reappearing in this child's drawings, may Your light pierce through every shadow of trauma and loss they carry. You have welcomed children into Your presence, declaring that the kingdom belongs to such as these. Guard these young souls from despair, let healing take root where fear once held sway, and raise up more hands of compassion to guide them into wholeness. May each child find refuge under Your wings, knowing they are never forgotten or forsaken. For You are their shelter and light. Amen.

The Christian Post·Prayer·
Daily prayer with the global church:

Prayer for Persecuted Christians in Algeria — September 30, 2026

God of Peace, today we come before You with Nadia in our hearts. She seeks Your wisdom as she follows Christ each day in Algiers, Algeria. Keep her heart settled under Your rule, Lord. Encourage believers across Algeria who quietly worship You and share the hope they've found in Jesus. May their faith remain strong and steadfast. Your Word says in Colossians 3:15 that we should let "the peace of God rule" in our hearts and be "thankful." Let that be true for Nadia and all believers in Algiers. Bless every church meeting in homes and every conversation that points someone toward Christ. In these gatherings, raise up shepherds who lead with humility and guide Your people with love. Prepare many hearts to welcome Jesus with joy, Lord. And teach us to follow our King with the same humility He has shown us. Keep the churches there united and full of grace, spreading the Good News of Jesus with courage and compassion. In Jesus' name, Amen.

False Charges Filed After Pastor Refuses Hindu Ritual

A pastor has been falsely charged with forced conversion of a Hindu man. On Dec. 8, 2025, Pastor Rakesh was heading home after working on his farm when stranger approached him and began asking him questions.

Pray →Redeemer, we lift up Pastor Rakesh and the believers of his community as they face false charges and intimidation for refusing to partake in a Hindu ritual. You are the one who brings light into darkness and truth into deceit. Uphold Pastor Rakesh with Your strength, letting him not be moved by fear or false accusations. Silence the voices that seek to manipulate and bring these falsehoods to light for all to see. Reveal Jesus to the accusers, officials, and onlookers who witness this injustice, that they may encounter the truth that sets free. Let the Gospel advance boldly in this region, opening eyes to Your saving power. For You alone are our refuge and shield; in You we place our trust, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

The Voice of the Martyrs USA·Prayer·

Serious Security Situation Developing in Jauro Gana–Rumde After Church Attack Report

🚨 SECURITY ALERT — JAURO GANA / RUMDE AREA, JALINGO (TARABA STATE) Location: Jauro Gana, Rumde and surrounding communities, Jalingo, Taraba StateStatus: ACTIVE SECURITY CONCERN THREAT SUMMARY TruthNigeria has received reports of a serious security situation developing around…

Pray →God of All Comfort, we turn our hearts toward Jauro Gana and Rumde after the attack on Your church there. Strengthen the believers who gather in fear and uncertainty, guarding them with Your peace that surpasses all understanding. Reach out to those responsible for violence, confronting their hearts with truth and love that lead to repentance. Let the light of Christ shine brightly through His people in Jalingo, dispelling darkness and drawing many to salvation. You are a refuge in trouble; may this knowledge ground them firmly amidst this tension. To You belongs all power and authority; we trust You to protect and guide Your church. Amen.

Truth Nigeria·Prayer·

TURKIYE: Walking by Faith Doesn’t Mean You Don’t Get Scared

For our Turkish brothers and sisters, church is not just a weekly service. It's a family where they come together, united in Christ, deepening relationships and encouraging each other. The church is also the training ground where new believers are discipled and equipped to live…

Pray →Maker of Heaven and Earth, we lift up the church in Türkiye where believers gather as family, strengthened by unity and love. Let Your presence be a stronghold for them, dispelling fear with courage and peace. Guard their hearts and minds in Christ Jesus as they disciple new believers and equip them to walk faithfully. Reveal Jesus to those who oppose Your name in Türkiye, drawing them toward the truth that sets free. Let the community of faith be a light shining brightly, even as opposition rises. Build Your Church here, as You have promised, through the power of Your Word at work among them. For the glory of Your kingdom and in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

The Voice of the Martyrs USA·Prayer·

Bible Translator Perseveres After Family’s Abduction

A Muslim-background believer is continuing his ministry and Bible translation efforts despite being separated from his family. Diallo Haruna was born into the Fulani tribal group and raised as a Muslim in Chad.

Pray →Everlasting God, we bring before You the work of Diallo Haruna, steadfast in his mission to translate Your Word despite deep personal loss. Strengthen him with all might according to Your glorious power, that he may endure with patience and joy in the face of adversity. Let Your light shine through his efforts in Chad, so that many among the Fulani people may come to know the truth and freedom found in Jesus. Be a refuge for his family amidst their trial and draw their hearts towards Your peace. Encounter those who oppose him with the same transforming grace that met Saul on his road. We trust in Your promise that Your Word will not return void but accomplish all for which You sent it. Through Christ our Savior, Amen.

The Voice of the Martyrs USA·Prayer·

Martyr’s Widow Begins Cancer Treatment

A Christian refugee whose husband was killed by his family for converting to Christianity has been diagnosed with cancer. Nour became a widow after her Syrian husband's father and brother attacked and murdered him upon learning he had come to faith in Christ.

Pray →God of All Comfort, we lift up Nour as she faces the shadows of grief and illness. You are the One who heals all diseases and forgives iniquities. Sustain her body and spirit through this cancer treatment, and let her know Your steadfast presence in every moment. Pour out Your peace on her heart, that she may find courage in knowing You have overcome the world. Raise up believers around her to be the hands and feet of Christ, bringing encouragement and tangible support in this season. Encounter those who caused her husband's death with the light of Your truth, breaking through their darkness with repentance and salvation. Reveal Jesus to others in her community who do not yet know Him, showing Yourself as the source of hope and restoration. In Jesus' name, we pray for Your healing mercies to flow into every broken place. Amen.

The Voice of the Martyrs USA·Prayer·

At least 27 people killed in two shootings in South African townships

Incidents in Wedela southwest of ​Johannesburg and Lwandle near Cape Town come days after Durban mass shooting.

Pray →Living God, we come before You for the townships of Wedela and Lwandle in South Africa, where many have been cut down by violence. Your eyes see the grief of families and communities, the fear that has spread like a shadow over these places. Rise as a stronghold for the people, binding up the brokenhearted and granting hope where despair seems overwhelming. Bring peace to those who have known only unrest, quieting hearts filled with anger and vengeance. May Jesus be revealed to every soul impacted by these tragedies, from grieving families to those who walk in darkness. Let justice roll down like waters upon these lands. In Jesus’ name we lift this prayer, trusting in Your unfailing love. Amen.

Al Jazeera·Prayer·

Nigerian Pastor Referenced by Trump Buries Members Amid Ongoing Killings

Mass Burials Overwhelm Rev. Dachomo Days After Praising Trump’s Speech to UN By Masara Kim JOS, Nigeria – Weary and bleary-eyed, Rev. Ezekiel Dachomo sat beside a mass grave on Friday, September 25, studying three bodies awaiting burial.

Pray →Shepherd, we come before You with hearts grieving for Rev. Ezekiel Dachomo and the community in Jos, Nigeria, who face the agony of burying loved ones amid ongoing violence. You are near to the brokenhearted and save those crushed in spirit. Bind up their wounds and breathe comfort into every weary soul standing beside those graves. Strengthen Your Church there to stand firm in love, even when surrounded by hate. Let Jesus be revealed to attackers, leaders, and all who watch from nearby — for You desire that none should perish but all come to repentance. Fill believers with courage to shine light in these dark days. We entrust Jos to Your care; may Your peace guard their hearts and minds through Christ Jesus. Amen.

Truth Nigeria·Prayer·

'From textbooks to a hand-copied Bible': More than 500 North Korean records collected over 20 years go on display

A New Testament and a hymnal said to have been copied out by hand by a North Korean believer are among the items in a new exhibition that opened to the public Sept. 21 at the Database Center for North Korean Human Rights (NKDB).

Pray →God of Truth, we lift up the believers of North Korea, whose courage is written in each line of those hand-copied Bibles and hymnals. Their faith burns steadily, even in deep darkness, holding fast to Your Word as a light to guide their feet through shadowed paths. Strengthen those who risk much for Your name, sustaining them in times of solitude and trial. Let their testimony speak louder than chains, that even the silent watchers might hear and turn to You. Reveal Jesus to leaders and guards who seek only control; meet them on their own Damascus roads, that eyes now blind may see. Embolden Your Church across this land with Your living Word, till every heart knows You are near. We ask it in the strong name of Jesus our Lord. Amen.

Christian Daily International·Prayer·

More Christians killed in previously attacked area in Nigeria

Following attacks on Sunday (Sept. 20) that left a church pastor and others dead, Fulani herdsmen killed at least 15 more Christians in the same county in Plateau state, Nigeria from Monday through Friday (Sept. 21-25), sources said.

Pray →Most High God, we lift up Plateau State in Nigeria where the cries of Your people rise amid violence and sorrow. Hide these believers under the shadow of Your wings where true refuge is found, and sustain them with Your presence as they walk through the valley of death's shadow. Restrain those driven to violence and scatter their intentions that seek to harm. We ask You to reveal Jesus to the attackers, officials, and surrounding communities — meet them with the truth that leads to repentance, and let scales fall from eyes clouded by hatred. Advance the Gospel across Nigeria, even through these trials, that Your name may be known and revered. In Christ's name we trust, for He reigns forever. Amen.

Christian Daily International·Prayer·

Myanmar: Women Political Prisoners Tortured, Ill-treated

Click to expand Image Former women political prisoners in Myanmar and their families reported the dangerous and sometimes deadly denial of prenatal and obstetric medical care to pregnant women. © 2026 Human Rights Watch (Bangkok) – The Myanmar military junta subjects women…

Pray →Defender of the Weak, we come before You on behalf of the women political prisoners in Myanmar who suffer under harsh and unjust treatment. You, who do not grow tired or weary, see their plight and their pain. Pour out strength where hope seems lost, and sustain those deprived of medical care. Reveal Jesus to their captors and those in authority, that they might see Your light and be turned from darkness. Guard these women with Your mighty hand; let justice and compassion break through where cruelty reigns. Establish Your peace throughout Myanmar — a peace born of righteousness and rooted in Your mercy. We ask all this in the name of Jesus Christ our Savior. Amen.

Human Rights Watch·Prayer·

What do persecuted Christians know that we don’t?

CEO Paul Robinson was recently interviewed on the popular Inspired podcast, hosted by Simon Guillebaud. Paul shared stories of believers from around the world who have risked everything – and often suffered much – for Christ and the gospel.

Pray →Lord of Hosts, we lift up Your church across the nations, where believers stand firm in faith despite fierce persecution. In suffering, they know the strength of Christ and the immeasurable power of His resurrection. Grant them courage to keep witnessing boldly, even in danger. Let their witness shine brightly, revealing Jesus to those who oppose them, that many would be drawn to Him. Sustain these believers in Iran, Nigeria, and elsewhere — fill them with all wisdom and insight through Your Spirit as they endure hardship. Open the eyes of officials and persecutors that they may see and understand the hope to which You have called us. For You are able to do far more abundantly than all we ask or think, according to Your power at work within us. Amen.

Voice of Persecuted Christians·Prayer·

India: Government officials make surprise visits to Christian colleges

Elite Christian educational institutions in the Indian state of West Bengal are the latest targets of religious extremism in what seems to be a systematic dismantling of intellectual strongholds. While government officials have begun to conduct surprise visits to Christian…

Pray →God of Truth, we lift up the Christian colleges in West Bengal as they face scrutiny and pressure from officials. You are the one who holds all wisdom and knowledge, and Your truth stands unshaken by the schemes of men. Guard these institutions against any effort to silence or dismantle them, and let their pursuit of knowledge reflect Your light. Grant faculty and students peace in the midst of uncertainty and courage to stand firm in their calling. Reveal Jesus to those who come with suspicion or hostility, that they may see His beauty and turn toward life. May every heart discover the freedom found only in Your truth, which endures forever. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.

ASSIST News Persecution·Prayer·

Pakistan: Rights Lawyers Rearrested after Bail

Click to expand Image Human rights lawyers Imaan Mazari (right) and Hadi Ali Chattha, during a court hearing in Islamabad, Pakistan, December 5, 2025. © 2025 Aamir Qureshi/AFP via Getty Images (New York) – Pakistani authorities on September 17, 2026, rearrested human rights…

Pray →Lord of Hosts, we lift up the rearrested human rights lawyers in Pakistan and call on Your steadfast love to guard them. Even as they walk in danger, let their paths be blameless, seeking You with all their hearts. Set Your light in these places of imprisonment, that truth may shine brighter than suppression. Reveal Jesus to the authorities who hold them captive and stir their hearts toward mercy. Embolden the believers across Pakistan to stand firm in faith and justice, that Your Word might run swiftly throughout this nation. Guide and protect those who defend the vulnerable, and let Your kingdom advance without hindrance. In the enduring name of Jesus Christ we pray. Amen.

Human Rights Watch·Prayer·

Armed Group Massing 35 Miles Southwest of Jos, Intelligence Warns

TERROR ALERT: Armed Group Massing 35 Miles Southwest of Jos Credible intelligence warns of a large militant gathering near Barkin Ladi, with multiple Christian communities assessed at high risk. JOS, Nigeria — TruthNigeria has obtained credible intelligence of a large gathering…

Pray →Lord of Hosts, we lift up Jos and its surrounding communities as they face the threat of armed groups. You are a refuge and strength for those in danger; guard Your people from harm as You command Your angels concerning them. Bring confusion to those who plan violence, and let no weapon formed against these communities prosper. Reveal Jesus to the militants gathered near Barkin Ladi. Let their eyes be opened to the One who redeems even the most hardened hearts, and call many out of darkness into light. Strengthen Your church in Nigeria to stand firm, proclaiming the Good News with boldness. We entrust this land and its people to Your powerful protection, for You alone are mighty to save. Amen.

Truth Nigeria·Prayer·

Imminent Attack Threat in Yelwa: Armed Extremist Militias Lay Ambushes Ahead of Burial

🚨 SECURITY ALERT — IMMINENT THREAT — YELWA (NGHAR VILLAGE) Time: 08:35 AM, 25 September 2026Location: Nghar Village (Yelwa Gindi Akwati), Gashish District, Barkin Ladi LGA, Plateau StateCoordinates: 9°25’41.63″N, 8°48’57.02″E THREAT SUMMARY Credible intelligence obtained by…

Pray →Shepherd, we lift up the community of Yelwa as they face an imminent threat from armed militias. Fear grips hearts, and yet You are the one who prepares a table in the presence of enemies. Guard those gathering to mourn and shelter them under Your wings. Break the power of fear and confusion among these attackers. Turn their hearts toward peace and reveal Jesus as the only refuge for both victims and perpetrators. Let those who plan violence encounter the light that disarms hatred. Sustain Your people in Yelwa with a peace that defies understanding, and may hope rise even in this season of threat. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Truth Nigeria·Prayer·

Trump-Xi Meeting Comes Amid Ongoing Persecution in China

U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping are scheduled to meet in Washington on Sept. 24, with trade, artificial intelligence, critical minerals, Taiwan, and other issues expected to dominate discussions.

Pray →King of Heaven, we lift up China amidst the tension and unrest that ripple through her borders. As world leaders meet, may Your reign overshadow all earthly powers and ambitions. Establish justice and righteousness in this land where oppression seeks to stifle Your church. Cause eyes to be opened to the authority of Jesus who rules with truth and grace. Let the persecuted know Your presence deeply, and embolden them to continue sharing the Good News in courage and faith. Reveal Yourself to those who resist Your name, even as You revealed Yourself on the road to Damascus. May Christ be known from the halls of power to the villages yet untouched by Your light. We ask all this for the glory of Your name and kingdom. Amen.

International Christian Concern (Persecution.org)·Prayer·

The Family Federation Dissolution Order: Three Voices Confront a Judicial Crisis

A writer, a lawyer, and a former legislator examine how a single narrative overtook institutions and placed religious freedom at risk. The post The Family Federation Dissolution Order: Three Voices Confront a Judicial Crisis first appeared on Bitter Winter.

Pray →God of Truth, we lift up the Family Federation as they face the weight of institutional pressure and a looming dissolution order. You know how a single narrative can cloud justice and jeopardize freedom. Shine Your light into every corner of this judicial crisis, revealing what is hidden in darkness and guiding decisions with wisdom. Protect those who are vulnerable to unjust rulings, and let Your justice flow like a mighty stream through the hearts of those in power. Reveal Jesus to lawyers, legislators, and all touched by this case, that they might encounter His transformative truth. Let righteousness and peace embrace throughout this land. We trust You to defend Your people and uphold their cause, for You alone are our Rock and our Salvation. In Jesus’ name we pray, Amen.

Bitter Winter·Prayer·

Seven Letters from the Persecuted Church

By International Christian Concern’s field leader for South Asia Recently, I traveled through Nepal, India, and Bhutan as part of our ministry to the persecuted church, meeting believers and listening to the realities they face because of their faith in Jesus.

Pray →Lord of Hosts, we lift up the believers of Nepal, India, and Bhutan as they remain steadfast amid persecution for their faith. You are a refuge to the oppressed, a stronghold in times of trouble. Strengthen those standing firm in Your name with Your mighty hand, and guard them with Your peace that surpasses all understanding. Reveal Jesus to communities around them, and turn the hearts of their adversaries to see the light of Christ. Embolden Your church to speak boldly even when they are afraid. Let the fragrance of Christ rise in these lands, so many come to call upon Your name. For Yours is the power and glory forever. Amen.

International Christian Concern (Persecution.org)·Prayer·

Muslims stall construction of church building in Indonesia

Muslims who have long opposed a proposed church building in East Java Province are using an administrative error as a pretext to halt its approved construction, sources said.

Pray →King of Heaven, we lift up the church in East Java whose building project has been stalled. You hold all authority, and no plan can succeed against Your sovereign will. Guard the hearts of believers there, that they may not grow weary or lose hope. Establish Your purpose in this land by opening doors that no one can shut and making a way where there seems to be none. Turn the hearts of those who oppose them and reveal Jesus as the Light that shines in their midst. Let the power of Your love be visible even in the face of resistance. We ask for wisdom for the leaders and courage for every believer in this region. Use this delay to advance Your kingdom and bring many into Your embrace. We trust Your hands to hold it all, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Christian Daily International·Prayer·

Iraq’s Dwindling Christians Pursue Rights Guarantees

By Peter Kenny – Ecumenicalnews – (via AINA) – Christian religious and political leaders in Iraq have urged Prime Minister Ali Faleh Al-Zaidi to guarantee genuine political partnership for the community, enforce state authority, and improve security for the dwindling minority…

Pray →Lord of Hosts, we come before You for the believers in Iraq, where political turmoil and insecurity press upon a dwindling church. Strengthen their resolve and provide a path for genuine partnership in this land they call home. As darkness covers many regions, be their light and shield. Pour out Your Spirit on leaders and officials that they might govern with wisdom and uphold the rights of all citizens. Make room for peace to flourish where division has taken root. We ask You to reveal Jesus among those who harbor enmity, turning hearts towards Your kingdom. Guard the testimony of Your people there, Lord, for it is Your power at work that sustains them. In Jesus' mighty name, Amen.

Coptic Solidarity·Prayer·

Trump Denounces UN Silence, Even While Nigeria Suffers New Wave of Terror

34 Christians kidnapped, one butchered, and entire farming communities forced to pay “harvest taxes” as Fulani extremist militias tighten their siege. By Mike Odeh James RIDO, Kaduna State, Nigeria — As U.S.

Pray →Shepherd, we lift up the people of Kaduna State as they face the siege of terror from Fulani extremists. You see those kidnapped and entire communities held under threat, and You hear their cries for deliverance. Rescue those in captivity, and strengthen the believers among them to stand firm in faith and courage. Reveal Jesus to the attackers, confronting them with His love that transforms even the hardest heart. Establish Your peace in Nigeria, turning violence into fields of hope where families can dwell securely again. Let justice roll on like a river and righteousness like a never-failing stream, renewing this land for Your glory. We ask these things in the name of Jesus, who alone is our peace. Amen.

Truth Nigeria·Prayer·

"I'll fleece you and turn your skin into shoes," Rahim told the pastor.

After nearly 30 years apart, Mehedi and Rahim, who had a hostile encounter in 1990, reunited in Bangladesh, celebrating their shared Christian faith and Rahim's leadership in converting approximately 65 people to Christianity.

Pray →Everlasting God, we praise You for the miraculous transformation of hearts in Bangladesh, as evidenced by Rahim and Mehedi's reconciliation and newfound brotherhood in Christ. Once enemies, now brothers; Your work turns former threats into sources of shared hope and redemption. Dismantle any remaining walls of hostility within and beyond the Church, that more may come to know Your love. Empower Rahim and Mehedi to proclaim Jesus boldly to those who still walk in darkness. Let the message of forgiveness ring throughout Bangladesh as You draw more souls into the light of Your truth. In Your mercy, reveal Christ to all who hear their story, igniting faith where there was none. To You be glory and honor forever through Jesus our Lord. Amen.

Stefanus Alliance International·Prayer·

Inside the Iranian Church: Trust, Media, and the Cost of Faith | Dr. Sara Afshari

Listen Now Spotify Podcasts In this insightful episode of Unmuted, Edwin Abnous speaks with Dr. Sara Afshari, a leading scholar of Iranian Christianity and media studies. Together, they explore how Christian media shapes the spiritual lives of Iranians, why conversion is often…

Pray →God of Truth, we bring the people of Iran before You, where believers navigate the risks and costs of faith. As Christian media quietly spreads hope across this nation, let truth take root in their hearts and reveal the light of Christ to searching souls. Guard those who produce and share these messages; strengthen their resolve despite opposition and watch over their efforts. Reach into homes, revealing Your Son to those seeking answers, just as You gave sight to the blind. Transform the hearts of leaders and officials, meeting them with a vision as undeniable as that of Paul on the road to Damascus. Let Your Kingdom advance in Iran for Your glory alone. Amen.

Heart4Iran·Prayer·

A Kurdish Pastor’s Arrest Stirs Fears in Post-Assad Syria

Earlier this summer, Nehad Hasan decided to travel from his home in Lebanon to Syria for a family vacation. He wanted his children to meet extended family and to see their ancestral homeland of Afrin, a Kurdish-majority region in northwest Syria.

Pray →Shepherd, we lift up the region of Afrin in Syria and the hearts unsettled by Nehad Hasan’s arrest. In a land scarred by conflict and uncertainty, You are the One who gathers the scattered, binding up the wounds of Your flock. Guard Pastor Hasan and others facing unjust imprisonment. Strengthen them in faith while bringing peace to their families as they wait. Raise up leaders filled with courage and discernment to guide Your people in Syria through these trials. May Your Gospel advance even here, reaching soldiers, officials, and persecutors who stand against Your name — call them to Yourself as You did Saul, transforming opposition into testimony. Let love be known more than fear in Afrin. For the sake of Your kingdom and through Christ our Shepherd. Amen.

Christianity Today·Prayer·

Xi’an Zion’s Light Church Case: Lawyers Face Violence in Court

Months of stalled proceedings, disputed charges, and an unexpected clash inside a courthouse reveal the climate surrounding those who defend detained pastors. The post Xi’an Zion’s Light Church Case: Lawyers Face Violence in Court first appeared on Bitter Winter.

Pray →Savior, we lift up the lawyers and believers of Xi’an Zion’s Light Church as they face violence and opposition in the courts. You see every act of injustice and stand with those who are falsely accused. Embolden these defenders of justice to continue their work with courage, knowing that the light shines in the darkness and the darkness has not overcome it. Reveal Jesus to judges, officials, and those who resist Your name, that they might encounter Your transforming love. Guard the hearts of believers facing trials, preserving their faith as pure gold refined in fire. Advance Your kingdom in Xi’an with truth and righteousness as its foundations. We place our trust in Your unfailing love, asking these things through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Bitter Winter·Prayer·