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Pray →Living God, we bring before You the believers who hunger for Your Word and yet find it out of reach. They long to hear Your voice amidst persecution, striving to stand firm in faith without the Scripture to guide them. You declared that man shall not live by bread alone but by every word from Your mouth—let this truth come alive in their hearts. Provide these precious souls with access to Your Word, whether through audio Bibles or hidden pages that have traveled across borders. Nourish their spirits with Your truth and promises, and reveal Jesus to them as they listen. May those who have not yet believed hear His name spoken aloud and turn toward the light. To You be all wisdom, strength, and glory forever. Amen.

Pray →Lord of Hosts, we lift up the church in Kaduna state, where believers have endured grave suffering at the hands of the Fulani Ethnic Militia. Though many have perished, You have preserved a remnant — eight souls returned home. We ask You to sustain those who remain in captivity, with strength that does not fail and hope that does not fade. Reveal Jesus to their captors and all who watch these events unfold. Show Your face among those who live in darkness, and let Your light break through. Raise up voices of comfort and courage within Nigeria, so that even this valley of death becomes a place where Your Gospel advances. In the name of Christ, whose life conquers death, we entrust our prayers to You. Amen.

Pray →Savior, we lift up Batala and the church in Punjab as they mourn the loss of their pastor. You were pierced for our transgressions and crushed for our iniquities; bear the wounds of this grieving community with Your enduring compassion. Establish Your kingdom in this place, even amidst sorrow. Let the light of Christ shine in Gurdaspur, turning eyes from darkness to Your glorious light. Reveal Jesus to those who took his life and draw them into the grace that leads to repentance. Strengthen believers to stand firm in faith, knowing that neither death nor life can separate them from Your love. We entrust this family and community into Your hands, seeking comfort and justice through Christ our Lord. Amen.

Pray →God of Justice, we lift up Nigeria, where a Christian journalist and rights advocate remains detained without charge. You see every injustice, and Your eyes are on the righteous. We ask You to bring truth to light in this situation and deliver him from captivity. Guard the believers who continue to proclaim Your name under threat. Strengthen their resolve, so they stand firm against fear. Show Jesus to those who carry out or sanction these arrests — let them encounter Your heart for justice and mercy. May peace be known in Nigeria as You reveal Your kingdom. In Christ, our Redeemer, we trust Your justice. Amen.

Pray →God of All Comfort, we lift before You the communities of Kaura, Chikun, and surrounding Southern Kaduna under the shadow of impending violence. Guard those in Manchok and Attakar, whose hearts are heavy with fear, and steady them as they wait in uncertainty. You break the bow and shatter the spear — let Your peace intervene here. Reveal Jesus to those who plot harm and to the fearful families longing for safety. Turn hearts toward reconciliation and mercy instead of vengeance. Let the believers in these regions stand firm, loving their neighbors as themselves even amidst threats. God, let Your love cast out fear and make it known that You are a refuge for all who seek justice. We rest this plea in Your hands. Amen.

Pray →Lord God, our hearts turn to Nigeria where young graduates face torture and fear in the hands of their captors. You are near to the brokenhearted and save those crushed in spirit. Draw close to these abducted ones, and let Your comfort surround them in their darkest hours. Break the chains of injustice holding them and rescue them from every trap laid by violence. Speak peace into this terrorized land and reveal Jesus to the captors, that they may turn from paths of destruction to the way of life. Strengthen believers across Nigeria to be lights in this darkness, and let Your Gospel advance in power despite every threat. We ask in faith through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Pray →Savior, we lift up Qaiser Ayub and his family as they face the weight of a death sentence upheld against him in Pakistan. You are close to the brokenhearted and save those crushed in spirit; draw near to this family with Your comfort and strength. Reveal Jesus to the justices, prosecutors, and all who stand against him, that they might encounter the light of Christ even in their opposition. Guard Qaiser's heart with peace that surpasses understanding, and let him be steadfast in hope through these trials. Open doors for advocacy and justice on behalf of those wrongfully condemned, and let truth shine brightly where falsehood has taken root. For Your power is made perfect in weakness; we rest in Your hands and trust You to act with righteousness and mercy. In the name of Jesus we pray. Amen.

Pray →King of Heaven, we come before You for the church in Plateau state, Nigeria, where twelve of Your sons and daughters have been lost to violence. You see the suffering and hear every cry for justice. Stand with the grieving families in Barkin Ladi County, comforting them with Your peace that surpasses understanding. Reveal Jesus to those who oppose Your people there, transforming hearts like You did Saul of Tarsus. Guard and sustain the believers as they gather in faith despite fear, and let Your light shine even brighter through them. Bring an end to this violence and let righteousness roll on like a river throughout Nigeria. To You belong mercy, strength, and dominion through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Pray →God of All Comfort, we lift up the displaced believers of Burkina Faso who have received their first Bibles. In a land where darkness and fear attempt to choke out hope, Your Word is a lamp to their feet and a light on their path. Let these Scriptures take root in hearts that cannot read but can hear, and let them find strength and refuge in Your promises. Preserve Pastor Samuel as he ministers to his flock amidst adversity, sustaining him with wisdom and courage. Reveal Jesus to those who persecuted them, bringing repentance and transformation. Let the Good News advance in Burkina Faso, shining into places overshadowed by violence. We trust You to sustain these believers, knowing Your steadfast love endures forever. In the name of our Savior, Jesus Christ. Amen.

Pray →Maker of Heaven and Earth, we bring before You the situation in Jos where Lawrence Zongo, a Christian journalist, is held by the military. You see the oppression of Your people, and You hear their cry for justice. Deliver Lawrence from his captors and let truth rise even in places where darkness tries to hide it. Open the eyes of those who hold him, that they may see Jesus and be transformed by His light. Strengthen the believers in Nigeria as they face intimidation and threat — let them be wise as serpents and harmless as doves, bearing witness to Your love. Establish Your peace over Bassa, and protect families mourning from the violence of armed militants. Pour out grace that softens hearts hardened by conflict. Yours is the power to save to the uttermost, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Pray →Holy One, we lift up the young woman in Somalia who has found herself confined and harmed for turning to Christ. You are near to the brokenhearted and save those crushed in spirit — let her know Your presence even in this place of trial. Deliver her from the hands that bind, and dismantle every plan meant for harm. Reveal Jesus to her captors as the One who forgives and transforms every heart open to grace. Sustain her faith, embolden her witness, and bring peace where there has been hostility. May Your truth be known across Somalia as a light that darkness cannot overcome. For Your glory and in Jesus’ name, Amen.

Pray →Living God, we bring before You the church in Leiyang, Hunan Province, where believers face increasing restrictions and persecution. As authorities seal places of worship and detain those who gather in Your name, we ask You to pour out Your Spirit upon this region, filling it with the knowledge of Jesus. Strengthen the hearts of those detained, surrounding them with a peace that surpasses understanding even as they endure confinement. Embolden Your followers to stand firm in the faith, and let love be their mark. Open the eyes of officials and communities around them to see the light of Christ shining through these trials. May Your word run swiftly and be glorified across Hunan Province, that many would come to know You as their Savior and King. In Jesus' name we pray. Amen.

Pray →Everlasting God, we lift up those in communities where turning to Christ invites threats and danger. Your eyes are on the righteous and Your ears are attentive to their cry. Sustain these believers under pressure, that they may stand firm in the grace You provide. Restrain the violence of those who oppose them, and reveal Jesus to hearts filled with anger or fear. Let the hope of glory shine brightly even in the darkest valleys, drawing persecutors toward salvation. Guard their lives and strengthen their faith as a testament to Your unfailing love and power. We ask this for the advancement of Your Kingdom on earth, through Jesus our Savior and Lord. Amen.

Pray →Redeemer, we lift Pastor Ezra Jin before You, acknowledging Your deliverance and sustaining grace throughout his imprisonment and release. As he receives this human rights award, let the testimony of Your faithfulness through his life strengthen many. Guard him in spirit and truth as he continues his journey in the United States. Reveal Jesus to those who still persecute Your church in China, softening hearts like water flowing over stone. May Your word run swiftly, illuminating minds and turning them toward salvation. Embolden believers facing trials even now, that their lives might shine as lights in darkness. Let Your kingdom advance through every trial and testimony for Your name's sake. In the name of Jesus, Amen.

Pray →Lord God, we lift up the believers of St Peter’s Evangelical Church in Iran as they face threats of confiscation and growing pressure. You are our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble — be that stronghold for Your church in Iran. Reveal Your presence to officials, neighbors, and those who oppose them. Bring light to hearts walking in darkness and meet them with the grace that transformed Saul on his road to Damascus. Guard the faith of believers and let their witness be steadfast, unmovable. Let the truth of Jesus advance openly across Iran, planting seeds of peace and hope where fear tries to reign. We ask for Your kingdom to come here on earth as it is in heaven, trusting You are faithful to complete what You have begun. In Jesus' name we pray. Amen.

Pray →Shepherd, we bring before You the escalating tensions in Jos as armed militants are mobilized. You see all that unfolds in these lands, and nothing escapes Your watchful eye. Establish peace where violence seeks a foothold, and confound every plan that breeds destruction. Reach into the hearts of those planning harm, and reveal Jesus to them as the true Shepherd who lays down His life for His sheep. Guard the believers in Jos and let their faith stand firm in this time of trial. Pour out courage upon them as they face uncertainty, and let their witness be a light to surrounding communities. We trust in Your goodness over this region and ask all this in the name of Jesus, our Savior. Amen.

Pray →God of Mercy, we lift up Mahmood Shah Habibi as he remains in custody under Taliban control. May Your light pierce through the darkness surrounding him, and may Your peace guard his heart in this trying time. God, deliver him from captivity as You delivered Peter from prison by the power of prayer and angelic intervention. We ask You to reveal Jesus to those holding him, that they might see truth and mercy in His name. Strengthen his family as they await his return, keeping their hope anchored in Your promise that nothing is too difficult for You. Establish the Gospel throughout Afghanistan so that even amidst opposition, Christ's love would shine brightly. For Your glory and in the name of our Savior Jesus Christ, Amen.

Pray →Redeemer, we lift before You the pastor and church staff in northern China who have been arrested for their faith. You are their shelter and refuge in times of trouble, even as they face imprisonment. Redeem their suffering for Your purpose and glory. Bring them freedom of spirit even behind bars. Reveal Your light to officials and guards who encounter these believers, and meet them with the same transforming love that met Saul on the road to Damascus. Let the Good News take root in every heart drawn by Your Spirit in that place. To You alone belong deliverance and redemption, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Pray →Maker of Heaven and Earth, we lift up Your people in China as Pastor Wang Lin remains detained, and we remember his family and the house churches facing continued crackdown. You see the hearts that remain hidden from view, and no darkness can hide them from Your sight. Strengthen the believers who gather quietly in homes, embolden them to speak truth in love, and comfort Su Ziming with Your peace that surpasses understanding. May they know that neither height nor depth can separate them from the love of Christ. Reveal Jesus to the authorities and those who oppose Your Church. Let there be an outpouring of grace that turns hearts to You even among those set against the gospel. We trust in Your unfailing Word and pray for it to run swiftly across this land. Amen.

Pray →Everlasting God, we lift up the believers in Iran, particularly those imprisoned for their faith, like the Christian convert denied access to Your Word. You alone are a fortress and a deliverer for those who trust in You. Preserve this brother in Evin Prison; guard his life and sustain him with Your presence. Reveal Jesus to the authorities, that they may turn from hostility to witness Your grace. Stir boldness in the hearts of all who follow Christ under threat, allowing them to stand firm as they proclaim the Good News. Let Your light shine in every dark corner of Iran, bringing hope and transforming lives by Your Spirit. For the glory of Your name, do what only You can do in this nation. Amen.

Pray →Savior, we lift up Borno where families live in fear and anguish over loved ones taken from them. In the darkness of their distress, be their stronghold and ever-present help. Guard those who have been kidnapped, and deliver them from the hands of their captors. Reveal Jesus to the kidnappers, that they might see Your light even as Saul did on the road to Damascus. Bring peace to homes disrupted, restore broken education paths, and refill depleted resources with Your abundance. For You bring good news to the poor and bind up the brokenhearted. We ask that the name of Jesus would be known and His reign established even in these troubled times. Amen.

Pray →Shepherd, we bring the people of Chhattisgarh before You, those wrestling with both persecution and the floods' devastation. In Your faithfulness, guide them through these trials, past high waters and hostility. Let them know You as their refuge and strength, a present help in trouble. Quench the ambitions of those who press them down for their faith. Reveal Jesus to officials and onlookers in these days of recovery. May their eyes open to His gentle call even amidst turmoil. Strengthen the believers to reflect Your love across Bastar district, building hope where fear has swept in. For the glory of Your name and the advance of Your kingdom, Amen.

Pray →God of Truth, we lift up Gulbahar Haitiwaji and those imprisoned with her in the camps of China. You see the unjust suffering and hear the cries of the oppressed, for no darkness is too deep for Your light to reach. Strengthen the Uyghur community as they bear witness to these brutal realities, giving voice to those without one. Pour out courage upon all who stand for justice in their land, and sustain them as they testify against oppression. Reveal Jesus to guards, officials, and all who execute this persecution — open eyes blinded by lies, that many would turn from darkness to light. May truth shine brightly in places of great shadow, for You are faithful and just. We ask this in the name of Jesus Christ, our Redeemer. Amen.

Pray →Living God, we stand with the church in China as they endure persecution for Your name. Many face threats, imprisonment, and fear as they gather to worship You. Yet Your light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it. Guard their faith under pressure, and let their hope be unshaken despite heavy trials. Reveal Jesus to officials and persecutors, showing them the grace that can transform even hardened hearts. Let the Gospel advance freely across China, finding its way into homes and hearts. We trust You to make a way where there seems to be none. To You, who hears every cry of Your people, belongs glory forever through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Pray →Redeemer, we bring before You Nogosa, who has fled from the violence she faced for choosing to follow Jesus. As her family turned against her in anger, hold her securely in Your unfailing love. Let her know that even when father and mother forsake, You will take her up. Comfort her spirit as she navigates new challenges, and make her faith unshakable. Reveal Jesus to her family and those entrenched in voodoo practices, illuminating them with the light of Your truth. Raise up believers around Nogosa who can support and guide her as she grows in Christ, and protect the believers in her community as they stand firm despite persecution. Advance the Gospel throughout the land, that many more may find true life in Jesus. We trust You to turn what was meant for harm into a testimony of Your grace. In the name of Christ, Amen.

Pray →Redeemer, we lift up Saudi Arabia where a Sri Lankan migrant worker faces a death sentence for expressing himself. You are the One who sets captives free and brings justice to those who are oppressed. Speak freedom over this man’s life and dismantle the chains of injustice that hold him. Reveal Jesus in the hearts of those in authority, let mercy triumph over judgment, and awaken a new hunger for truth across this land. Guard the church in Saudi Arabia, that she may stand firm and bear witness to Your love even in hard places. Shine light in the darkness, bringing hope where despair has taken root. Your righteousness reaches to the skies; we entrust this situation to Your care. Amen.

Pray →God of Mercy, we lift up the young woman in Somalia enduring confinement and violence for Your name. You promised that even the sparrows are held in Your care. Guard her spirit with a peace that passes all understanding, and let courage take root amidst her trials. Turn the heart of her uncle and reveal Jesus to him as the One who transforms enemies into beloved brothers. Restrain any further harm against her, and bring about deliverance for those suffering because of their faith across Somalia. May Your Gospel flourish in the darkest corners, reaching those who still walk in shadows. In Jesus' name, we trust You to work mightily. Amen.

Pray →Holy One, we lift up the people of Bentiu Catholic Diocese as they walk through this time of shock and loss after the fire at St. Michael Panriang Main Parish. You dwell in the midst of Your people, and no flame can extinguish the light of Your presence. Restore what was destroyed, not only in building but in hearts that carry grief and fear. Reveal Jesus to those who set the fire, that they might be turned from darkness to light, from enemy to beloved. Strengthen the church with a peace that passes all understanding, keeping their hearts and minds in Christ Jesus. May Your truth go forth with power across Bentiu, bringing hope and salvation to many. We trust You for healing and redemption in this place, in the name of Jesus our Lord. Amen.

Pray →Maker of Heaven and Earth, we lift up the city of Alexandria as Sherif Wagih Fahmi faces imprisonment for his faith. In a place where fear seeks to stifle truth, show Your might by dismantling the systems that oppress Your people and guard those standing for righteousness. We ask You to embolden believers in Egypt to continue sharing Your name without fear, trusting in Your steadfast love. Reveal Jesus to authorities who resist Him, reaching even those whose hearts are hardened. Let the light of Christ shine in this region through acts of courage and love, bringing many to know the Savior who opens prison doors and sets captives free. For Your glory we pray, in Jesus' name. Amen.

Pray →Savior, we give thanks for Your mercy in the lives of Fr. Patrick Mwenya and Br. who were spared from greater harm in the attack on their community in the Democratic Republic of Congo. You are near to the brokenhearted, and we ask that You bring healing to their bodies and peace to their minds. Guard the believers of this region as they seek to serve and love amidst violence. Dismantle the schemes of those who seek destruction and reveal Jesus to them as the One who reconciles enemies. May Your light break through in dark places, turning hearts toward the Prince of Peace. Let hope rise in these communities, sustaining them by Your Spirit. Through Christ who is our peace, Amen.

Pray →Savior, we lift before You the situation in Chelyabinsk where Yelena faces imprisonment for her faith. You know her by name and see her plight; Your eyes are upon the righteous, and Your ears are open to their cry. Surround her with Your peace that passes understanding, and let it guard her heart in the penal colony. Strengthen all believers in Russia who face similar trials. Make Your presence known to them as they stand firm under pressure, revealing Jesus through their witness. Turn the hearts of those who prosecute and imprison toward Your truth, that they might encounter the transformative power of Christ. Let Your Kingdom advance across Russia, breaking barriers set by fear and hostility. We trust in Your redeeming power to bring light into places of darkness. In Jesus’ name we pray, amen.

Pray →Redeemer, as Christian networks in Asia gather to support the Jewish people and Israel, we ask You to establish a spirit of unity and wisdom among them. You are the One who redeems both Jew and Gentile into one family. Let love be genuine and community built on respect and understanding. Guide these leaders with Your light in the midst of growing pressures. May their support be seasoned with grace, bearing witness to the truth of Your promises for all nations. Open hearts across this region to see the hope that is found in Jesus Christ. Lead those who resist or misunderstand this movement toward a revelation of Your peace. For the sake of Your name, advance the Good News through their unity and testimony. In Jesus' name we pray. Amen.

Pray →Most High God, we lift up the Mambilla Plateau in Nigeria, where violence has driven believers to seek refuge across borders. You see their suffering and hold their tears in Your hands. Protect those fleeing for safety and shelter them under Your wings. Let justice roll down like waters over this land where it has been denied for so long, and break the cycle of retaliation that fuels these fires. Strengthen the believers enduring this trial, and let their hope in Christ shine as a light amidst the darkness. Reveal Jesus to those who perpetrate violence, that they might turn from destruction to life. You bring beauty from ashes—do it here for Your name’s sake. In the name of Jesus, our refuge and strength. Amen.

Pray →Lord of Hosts, we lift up the believers gathered at the National Christian Centre in Abuja, who seek Your guidance and power even as tensions surround them. You are a refuge and strength, an ever-present help in times of trouble. Though the earth gives way and nations rage, let Your presence be their peace and assurance. Guard these worshippers as they cry out for Nigeria's future. Reveal Jesus to those who walk in darkness, even amidst this counterterrorism effort. Turn hearts toward the Light of the World, softening hardened spirits among officials and communities alike. Advance Your kingdom openly across Nigeria, that many may see and fear the Lord, placing their trust in Him alone. For Yours is the power and glory forever. Amen.

Pray →Redeemer, we turn our hearts to northern Iraq, where ISIS once laid devastation upon the city of Mosul. You have been a refuge and strength, even as believers faced the desolation of their homes and heritage. In Your mercy, rebuild what the enemy sought to destroy. Sustain those who documented these trials, using their testimony to unveil truth and courage among Your people. Reveal Jesus to the persecutors and officials who still hold the city under fear's shadow, softening hearts like streams in the desert. Raise up witnesses among the ruins to proclaim Christ boldly and let His light break through every darkness. For the sake of Your steadfast love, bring healing and hope to this land, in Jesus' name. Amen.

Pray →King of Heaven, we give thanks for the release of these six Christian workers in South Sudan, acknowledging Your sovereignty over every nation and Your care for those who serve in Your name. Let their hearts be strengthened and renewed by this deliverance, and may they continue their journey with courage. Guard the roads they travel and establish peace where hostility has reigned. Open the hearts of those who took them captive; let them see Jesus as the way to life. May many come to know Him through this witness. We trust that You are able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine. For the glory of Christ and in His name, Amen.

Pray →Holy One, we lift the Dalit believers and the grieving family of A. Raju in Tamil Nadu before You, acknowledging how caste divides even within Your Church. You created each person in Your image; let that truth resonate throughout India’s Christian communities. Tear down the walls of division, and let unity in Christ prevail. Reveal Jesus to those who cling to caste distinctions within the Church, and let His love reframe their hearts. Raise up leaders who will champion equality and honor each believer as a part of Your body. Let those outside the Church witness a community transformed by Your love, drawing many to salvation. For Yours is the power to unite what is broken, and we trust You in the name of Jesus our Lord. Amen.

Pray →Living God, we lift up the believers of Adamawa as they face the fire and sword of Boko Haram. With villages razed and lives threatened, remind them that nothing can separate them from Your love. Pour out courage where fear seeks to rule their hearts. Let Your presence be a fortress for those who feel hunted and pressed on every side. Reveal Jesus to the militants in their midst — meet them on the road as You met Saul, and bring a great turning of hearts in Nigeria. Make Your Word a light that pierces through darkened minds, breaking chains of hatred. For the glory of Your name and in the power of Jesus Christ our Lord, Amen.

Pray →God of All Comfort, we bring before You the grief and fear gripping the community of Tyomu after the abduction of 18 mourners on their way to a burial. In this dark valley, let Your comfort reach those hearts shaken by loss and violence. You have promised to be near to the brokenhearted—stay close now to these families and reveal Your presence in their deepest need. Reveal Jesus even to those who took these mourners captive, that they might encounter Your grace as Saul did on his way to Damascus. Transform what seems unredeemable into an opportunity for salvation. Guide the local church in Benue with wisdom and courage as they stand in the face of adversity. Let their witness shine brightly, proclaiming peace where hostility has ruled. To You belong the glory and power forever, Amen.

Pray →Living God, we lift up the persecuted church in Pakistan, where believers face blasphemy accusations and forced conversions. You are near to the brokenhearted; hear their cries and bring Your comfort and peace to those who suffer. Reveal Jesus to the authorities and communities that enforce these unjust laws, that they might come to know the truth that sets free. Guard these believers with Your peace which passes all understanding, as they stand firm in their faith despite fear and intimidation. Strengthen the voice of justice in Pakistan, bringing reform and protection for all who call upon Your name. May the light of Christ shine brightly through His church there, leading many to salvation. We entrust this nation to Your hands, asking it all in Jesus' mighty name. Amen.

Pray →Lord God, we lift up the believers on Java Island who were threatened for their faith. You are a fortress and shield to those who trust in You. Guard them as they continue gathering in Your name, and fill their hearts with peace instead of fear. Deliver them from those who raise weapons against worship, and reveal Jesus to the man who interrupted their service with a machete in hand. Let the truth of Christ penetrate his heart as You did with Saul, transforming an enemy into a brother. Advance Your Gospel across Indonesia that neighbors, officials, and all who hear might come to know the love of Christ. In the steadfast name of Jesus, we pray. Amen.

Pray →Spirit of Life and Wisdom, we lift up the beleaguered communities of Plateau state where violence has taken another pastor and many others. You have promised to deliver Your people from the hand of the wicked — bring strength to the local authorities charged with maintaining peace, and fill them with Your wisdom to stand against this evil. Strengthen believers grieving their loss, shield their hearts with Your peace that surpasses understanding, and keep them steadfast in hope. Reveal Jesus to those responsible for these acts, and confront them as You met Saul on the road. Let Your truth illuminate every corner of Plateau state. May Your name be a strong tower for all who call upon it, and may righteousness reign in this troubled land. In the name of Jesus Christ, Amen.

Pray →Shepherd, we lift up the nation of Pakistan in this hour as justice is sought for a young Christian girl. You have promised that of the increase of Your government and peace there will be no end. Establish justice that reflects Your kingdom and reveal Your righteousness to officials and families alike. Deliver the oppressed and break every chain that holds this girl in fear or captivity. Open the eyes of those who see Christians as less than equals, and let truth rise where lies have held sway. Pour out Your Spirit upon Lahore, revealing Jesus even to those who resist Him now. Guide the believers of Pakistan to embody truth and grace, standing as light in dark places. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Pray →Shepherd, You guide us in paths of righteousness for Your name's sake, and we thank You for this step toward justice in Punjab as the bill to reform Christian marriage laws advances. Guard the implementation of these laws, ensuring free consent and protection for those who are vulnerable. Let this legal change be a doorway through which the Gospel moves, opening minds and hearts across Pakistan. Establish Your peace and wisdom among lawmakers, judges, and all who influence these proceedings. Reveal Jesus to every heart — those who make decisions in offices, families touched by new hope, and communities that witness this change. In the name of Jesus Christ, our Lord. Amen.

Pray →God of Mercy, we lift up the believers and other religious minorities in Syria facing renewed violence. You see those targeted and living in fear, and You are their refuge. Hold them close, strengthen their hearts, and let Your peace guard them amidst these trials. You said that all who enter by You will be saved — make Jesus known to both the persecuted and the persecutors in this land. Let Your name be lifted high across Syria as a banner of hope and salvation. Pour out courage on Your people, that they may stand firm in faith amid adversity. We entrust Syria to Your powerful love, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Pray →Lord of Hosts, we remember Eddie Lyle today, a servant who tirelessly supported the persecuted church. Thank You for his life dedicated to Your mission and for leading many through his service with Open Doors. In his absence, sustain those he encouraged and inspired to continue in their work. Raise new leaders who will carry forward the legacy of compassion and advocacy he left behind. Strengthen the believers around the world who are suffering for their faith, and embolden them to stand firm in hope and love. Let the seeds Eddie planted bear much fruit, revealing Jesus even in places where darkness seems strong. We ask You to guard the church he loved so dearly and let it shine brightly for Your glory. In Christ's name we pray. Amen.

Pray →Lord God, we lift up the church in Beijing, especially those who faced the raid at Jiaquan Church. You see their labor and love, their work done in Your name and service to Your people, and You will not forget them. Let their faith endure as an anchor for the soul in this storm. Guard them against fear, pouring Your peace over pastors, families, and children. Strengthen them with hope. We ask You to reveal Jesus to those who raided, that they might encounter His love and turn from violence. May the light of Christ shine brightly across Beijing, drawing many to Your grace and mercy. For Your glory alone. Amen.

Pray →God of Truth, we lift up Anojan Sivarasa and all in Saudi Arabia living under the threat of death for words spoken. You see every heart and know the depths of each one's intent. Reveal Your justice and mercy in this land. Let truth be a shield to those persecuted and silence the voices that seek to kill. We ask You to reveal Jesus to government leaders, judges, and those who enforce these harsh decrees, transforming them through a powerful encounter with Your Son. Sustain believers as they witness with grace and courage amidst intimidation. For You alone can turn hearts of stone into hearts of flesh. We rest this plea in Your hands, trusting You to act for Your name's sake. Amen.

Pray →God of Truth, we lift up the Early Rain Church in Chengdu, facing accusations for gathering in a tea-house. You see the unjust charges against Your people and hear their cries. Establish their faith that they may speak Your truth with courage and grace, even in the face of opposition. Shield these believers from fear, and let Your peace rule in their hearts. Turn the hearts of authorities towards righteousness, and reveal Jesus to those who persecute them, opening eyes blinded by hostility. Let the witness of the Early Rain Church testify to Your eternal kingdom, that many might come to know the freedom found in Christ. You guide us with counsel and receive us into glory; hold this congregation close until justice shines like the noonday sun. We entrust this prayer to You, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Pray →God of Justice, we lift up the young girls of Pakistan caught in cycles of abduction and forced conversions. Protect them, Lord, as a shield for the innocent and an advocate against injustice. Let Your light expose every hidden act of violence and bring it into the open. Move among those in authority to write laws that protect rather than harm. Reveal Jesus to abductors and converters, that they might see Him as the centurion did at the cross and confess Him truly. Embolden believers in Pakistan to speak truth and love into these dark corners. For the sake of Your name and Your justice, act swiftly. We trust in You, who hears the cries of the oppressed. Amen.