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The Lord is not slow in keeping his promise, as some understand slowness. Instead he is patient with you, not wanting anyone to perish, but everyone to come to repentance. 2 Peter 3:9
Everybody is called to pray. Please pray for the following! The UNREACHED in Ethiopia, Djibouti, Eritrea, Somalia, Kenya, and South Sudan Pray for the m.ost important leaders of these countries – that the Holy Spirit will take away their spiritual blindness (2 Cor. 4:4). Pray for supernatural/extraordinary manifestations of God through dreams, healing, revelations and visions, etc. among the unreached of these countries (Acts 2:19; 4:30; Heb. 2:4). Pray that the Spirit of God will raise people from these countries to build a strong church among their own people. Pray that God’s Name be glorified and honored wherever the Truth is suppressed or denied. Pray that God’s Kingdom come and rule and His will become effective where it is defied and where it is opposed by His enemies! (Matthew 6:9-10) The CHURCH of the UNREACHED and all over the World It is the task of the church of Jesus Christ to take the Gospel of Salvation to the nations of the World. Pray that the Church of Christ will take the Commission in Matthew 28:18-20 literally. Pray for the church to gain a new vision for mission work. Pray for the Church to persevere despite persecution. Pray for unity among the small groups and against false doctrines that often come and destroy the young congregations. Pray for outpouring of the Holy Spirit on them (Acts 4:31). For the SALVATION of the people from the UNREACHED Pray that whole families will become converted – it makes it easier for the converts to remain standing. Pray that the Holy Spirit will work in their hearts in a divine way and urge them to search for the True God in Jesus Christ. Pray especially for the redemption of individuals who are leaders or who are in positions of authority in these countries. Pray that these people will openly confess their sins and their faith in Christ and that they will also follow Him openly. If my people who are called by name will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and I will forgive their sin and will heal their land. 2 Chronicles 7:14 Breaking News & Latest Headlines Myanmar Junta Destroys a Chin Church after Failing to Set it Ablaze 10/19/2021 Myanmar (International Christian Concern) – In the midst of intense fighting between the Burmese Army (Tatmadaw) and the local defense groups in Christian-majority Chin state, another church was vandalized by the Tatmadaw. Click here: https://www.persecution.org/2021/10/19/myanmar-junta-destroys-chin-church-failing-set-ablaze/ Authorities Search for 17 Missionaries Kidnapped in Haiti 10/18/2021 Haiti (International Christian Concern) – The group of missionaries was returning home from building an orphanage and were abducted by the 400 Mawozo Gang in Ganthier, a community east of Haiti’s capital, Port-au-Prince. The gang controls the area and is well-known for extortion, abductions, and carjackings. Click here for more: https://www.persecution.org/2021/10/18/authorities-search-missionaries-kidnapped-haiti/ Boko Haram Terrorists Kill Two Christians in Chibok, Nigeria 10/17/2021 Nigeria (International Christian Concern) – Boko Haram militants descended onto the Shikarkir community in Borno state, shooting sporadically and setting homes ablaze. A source close to ICC reported that the militants were dressed in Nigeria army uniforms and traveling in two vans owned by the Nigerian army. Click here: https://www.persecution.org/2021/10/17/boko-haram-terrorists-kill-two-christians-chibok-nigeria/ Thirteen Attacks Against Christians in a Single day in Northern India 10/15/2021 India (International Christian Concern) – In one instance, 30 Christians were gathered for worship in Maharajgani, Uttar Pradesh, when a mob of Hindu nationalists broke into the service and physically attacked the churchgoers. Immediately following the incident, a Christian girl was physically assaulted by Hindu nationalists in the same area. Click here for more: https://www.persecution.org/2021/10/15/thirteen-attacks-christians-single-day-northern-india/ Tururkish Military Campaign Seemingly Targets Syrian and Iraqi Christians 10/13/2021 Turkey (International Christian Concern) – Turkey’s supposed fight against terrorism in Syria and Iraq coincides with their bombing of Christian and other minority communities. The long-standing fight against the Kurdistan Workers Party (PKK), a designated terrorist organization by Turkey, the EU, and the US, has spilled beyond Turkey’s own borders and even PKK territory. The most recent campaign that began at the end of August has killed at least a dozen civilians. Click here for more information: https://www.persecution.org/2021/10/14/turkish-military-campaign-seemingly-targets-syrian-iraqi-christians/ Special Prayer Requests!! • Continue to PRAY for our brothers and sisters in AFGANISTAN!! • Pray for the communities experiencing continued murder, violence, and unrest • Pray for frontline pastors, workers and their families in countries hostile to Christianity • Pray for the believers who are persecuted, imprisoned and even killed for their faith • Pray for our persecuted brothers and sisters who are under attack. That they would know the hope God gives (Ephesians 1:18) and that the Holy Spirit will strengthen them (Ephesians 3:16)
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Our Redeemer—the LORD Almighty is his name— is the Holy One of Israel. Isaiah 44:6 “This is what the LORD says— Israel’s King and Redeemer, the LORD Almighty: I am the first and I am the last; apart from me there is no God. Isaiah 47:4
Everybody is called to pray. Please pray for the following! The UNREACHED in Ethiopia, Djibouti, Eritrea, Somalia, Kenya, and South Sudan Pray for the m.ost important leaders of these countries – that the Holy Spirit will take away their spiritual blindness (2 Cor. 4:4). Pray for supernatural/extraordinary manifestations of God through dreams, healing, revelations and visions, etc. among the unreached of these countries (Acts 2:19; 4:30; Heb. 2:4). Pray that the Spirit of God will raise people from these countries to build a strong church among their own people. Pray that God’s Name be glorified and honored wherever the Truth is suppressed or denied. Pray that God’s Kingdom come and rule and His will become effective where it is defied and where it is opposed by His enemies! (Matthew 6:9-10) The CHURCH of the UNREACHED and all over the World It is the task of the church of Jesus Christ to take the Gospel of Salvation to the nations of the World. Pray that the Church of Christ will take the Commission in Matthew 28:18-20 literally. Pray for the church to gain a new vision for mission work. Pray for the Church to persevere despite persecution. Pray for unity among the small groups and against false doctrines that often come and destroy the young congregations. Pray for outpouring of the Holy Spirit on them (Acts 4:31). For the SALVATION of the people from the UNREACHED Pray that whole families will become converted – it makes it easier for the converts to remain standing. Pray that the Holy Spirit will work in their hearts in a divine way and urge them to search for the True God in Jesus Christ. Pray especially for the redemption of individuals who are leaders or who are in positions of authority in these countries. Pray that these people will openly confess their sins and their faith in Christ and that they will also follow Him openly. If my people who are called by name will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and I will forgive their sin and will heal their land. 2 Chronicles 7:14 Breaking News and Latest Headlines 15 Women and Children Trek 6 Days to Escape Boko Haram Captivity 10/12/2021 Nigeria (International Christian Concern) – ISWAP is an offshoot of Boko Haram, one of the main leaders of destruction and death in Nigeria. Since its founding, Boko Haram has killed over 19,000 people through acts of terrorism and initiated an anti-governmental insurgency that has led to the deaths of over 37,000 in combat. Click here: https://www.persecution.org/2021/10/12/15-women-children-trek-6-days-escape-boko-haram-captivity/ At Least 12 Civilians Killed by Jihadists in the DR Congo 10/11/2021 DRC (International Christian Concern) – The DRC ranks at number 40 on the 2021 Open Doors World Watch List for Christian persecution. “These predominantly Christian communities are attacked by an Islamic extremist group with a clear Islamic expansionist agenda,” Open Doors spokesperson Illia Djadi stated in reference to the rebel group. Click here: https://www.persecution.org/2021/10/11/least-12-civilians-killed-jihadists-dr-congo/ Sixteen Soldiers Killed by Jihadists in Mali 10/08/2021 Mali (International Christian Concern) – The Malian Armed Forces announced that at least sixteen soldiers were killed on Wednesday in an attack on central Mali’s Mopti region. “Wednesday’s attack – one of the heaviest losses suffered by Malian troops in recent months – highlights worsening security in Mali despite efforts by local, European and UN forces to counter armed groups linked to al Qaeda and Islamic State,” wrote Reuters. Click here for more information: https://www.persecution.org/2021/10/08/sixteen-soldiers-killed-jihadists-mali/ 14 Soldiers Killed by Jihadists in Burkina Faso 10/07/2021 Burkina Faso (International Christian Concern) – 4 Burkina Faso soldiers were killed, and several others were injured on Monday by extremists at the Yirgou military barracks, according to a government statement. Minister of Defense Aime Barthelemy Simpore said that the soldiers showed “great combativeness” during the fighting that began at 5am, when the soldiers were targeted by a large number of heavily armed men. Click here for more: https://www.persecution.org/2021/10/07/14-soldiers-killed-jihadists-burkina-faso/ 38 Buried in Mass Grave, Massacred “Simply Because They Were Christians.” 10/6/2021 Nigeria (International Christian Concern) – The mass grave was 15 feet wide, 30 feet long, and 5 feet deep. In it lie 38 Christians, murdered in their homes during yet another attack by Fulani militants in Nigeria’s middle belt. Fulani Terrorists attacked Madamai village in Kaduna State and killed 38 people. In addition, nine people were seriously injured, and 46 homes were destroyed. Click here: https://www.persecution.org/2021/10/06/38-buried-mass-grave-massacred-simply-christians/ Special Prayer Request!! • Continue to PRAY for our brothers and sisters in AFGANISTAN!! • Pray for the communities experiencing continued murder, violence, and unrest • Pray for frontline pastors, workers and their families in countries hostile to Christianity • Pray for the believers who are persecuted, imprisoned and even killed for their faith • Pray for our persecuted brothers and sisters who are under attack. That they would know the hope God gives (Ephesians 1:18) and that the Holy Spirit will strengthen them (Ephesians 3:16) Do your best to present yourself to God as one approved, a worker who does not need to be ashamed and who correctly handles the word of truth. 2 Timothy 2:15
Everybody is called to pray. Please pray for the following! The UNREACHED in Ethiopia, Djibouti, Eritrea, Somalia, Kenya, and South Sudan Pray for the m.ost important leaders of these countries – that the Holy Spirit will take away their spiritual blindness (2 Cor. 4:4). Pray for supernatural/extraordinary manifestations of God through dreams, healing, revelations and visions, etc. among the unreached of these countries (Acts 2:19; 4:30; Heb. 2:4). Pray that the Spirit of God will raise people from these countries to build a strong church among their own people. Pray that God’s Name be glorified and honored wherever the Truth is suppressed or denied. Pray that God’s Kingdom come and rule and His will become effective where it is defied and where it is opposed by His enemies! (Matthew 6:9-10) The CHURCH of the UNREACHED and all over the World It is the task of the church of Jesus Christ to take the Gospel of Salvation to the nations of the World. Pray that the Church of Christ will take the Commission in Matthew 28:18-20 literally. Pray for the church to gain a new vision for mission work. Pray for the Church to persevere despite persecution. Pray for unity among the small groups and against false doctrines that often come and destroy the young congregations. Pray for outpouring of the Holy Spirit on them (Acts 4:31). For the SALVATION of the people from the UNREACHED Pray that whole families will become converted – it makes it easier for the converts to remain standing. Pray that the Holy Spirit will work in their hearts in a divine way and urge them to search for the True God in Jesus Christ. Pray especially for the redemption of individuals who are leaders or who are in positions of authority in these countries. Pray that these people will openly confess their sins and their faith in Christ and that they will also follow Him openly. If my people who are called by name will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and I will forgive their sin and will heal their land. 2 Chronicles 7:14 Breaking News and Latest Headlines Christian Pastor “Macheted to Death” in Nigeria 9/14/2021 Nigeria (International Christian Concern) According to Punch News Nigeria, Reverend Silas Yakubu Ali of the Evangelical Church of Winning All in Zango-Kataf Local Government Area of Kaduna State, was murdered on Saturday by “unknown assailants”. Click here: https://www.persecution.org/2021/09/14/pastor-macheted-death-nigeria/ More Than 1000 Flee Christian--majority Chin State Due to Fighting 9/14/2021 Myanmar (International Christian Concern) – The latest fighting between the Burmese Army (Tatmadaw) and the local defense groups has forced more than 1,000 people to flee their homes in Myanmar’s Christian-majority Chin state. Click here: https://www.persecution.org/2021/09/14/1000-flee-christian-majority-chin-state-due-fighting/ Pregnant Woman Survives Massacre by Hiding Four Days in a Pit with her Five Children 9/12/2021 Nigeria (International Christian Concern) – Last month, gunmen suspected to be Fulani militants attacked multiple Christian villages in Plateau State’s Riyom Local Government Area. Juliet Yohanna, a pregnant mother of five, recently told Sun News how she survived the massacre which killed 14 members of her village. Click here for more: https://www.persecution.org/2021/09/12/pregnant-woman-survives-massacre-hiding-four-days-pit-five-children/ Elderly Pastors Imprisoned for their Faith in Eritrea 9/10/2021 Eritrea (International Christian Concern) – Pastor Girmay Araya (75) and Pastor Samuel Okbamichael (74) were taken from their homes in the middle of the night and brought to an unknown location,” reported the news agency Church in Chains. Click here:https://www.persecution.org/2021/09/10/elderly-pastors-imprisoned-faith-eritrea/ While All Eyes Are on Afghanistan, Brutality Against Christians Increases in Pakistan 9/09/2021 Pakistan (Morning Star News) – Christians in Pakistan claim that brutality against their minority is increasing daily. Private Facebook groups are filled with video evidence that Christians are under constant duress from the Muslim majority. Click here for more information: https://www.persecution.org/2021/09/09/eyes-afghanistan-brutality-christians-increases-pakistan/ 30 Massacred by Congo Terror Group 9/08/2021 Congo (International Christian Concern) The Allied Democratic Forces (ADF) terrorist group is suspected to be behind the massacre of least 30 people this weekend in the DRC, reports Aljazeera News.“One civilian who helped look for bodies said the victims had mostly been attacked with machetes or shot,” wrote the news source. Click here for more information: https://www.persecution.org/2021/09/08/30-massacred-congo-terror-group/ Special Prayer Requests • Continue to PRAY for our brothers and sisters in AFGANISTAN!! • Pray for the communities experiencing continued murder, violence, and unrest • Pray for frontline pastors, workers and their families in countries hostile to Christianity • Pray for the believers who are persecuted, imprisoned and even killed for their faith • Pray for our persecuted brothers and sisters who are under attack. That they would know the hope God gives (Ephesians 1:18) and that the Holy Spirit will strengthen them (Ephesians 3:16) Do your best to present yourself to God as one approved, a worker who does not need to be ashamed and who correctly handles the word of truth. 2 Timothy 2:15
Everybody is called to pray. Please pray for the following! The UNREACHED in Ethiopia, Djibouti, Eritrea, Somalia, Kenya, and South Sudan Pray for the m.ost important leaders of these countries – that the Holy Spirit will take away their spiritual blindness (2 Cor. 4:4). Pray for supernatural/extraordinary manifestations of God through dreams, healing, revelations and visions, etc. among the unreached of these countries (Acts 2:19; 4:30; Heb. 2:4). Pray that the Spirit of God will raise people from these countries to build a strong church among their own people. Pray that God’s Name be glorified and honored wherever the Truth is suppressed or denied. Pray that God’s Kingdom come and rule and His will become effective where it is defied and where it is opposed by His enemies! (Matthew 6:9-10) The CHURCH of the UNREACHED and all over the World It is the task of the church of Jesus Christ to take the Gospel of Salvation to the nations of the World. Pray that the Church of Christ will take the Commission in Matthew 28:18-20 literally. Pray for the church to gain a new vision for mission work. Pray for the Church to persevere despite persecution. Pray for unity among the small groups and against false doctrines that often come and destroy the young congregations. Pray for outpouring of the Holy Spirit on them (Acts 4:31). For the SALVATION of the people from the UNREACHED Pray that whole families will become converted – it makes it easier for the converts to remain standing. Pray that the Holy Spirit will work in their hearts in a divine way and urge them to search for the True God in Jesus Christ. Pray especially for the redemption of individuals who are leaders or who are in positions of authority in these countries. Pray that these people will openly confess their sins and their faith in Christ and that they will also follow Him openly. If my people who are called by name will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and I will forgive their sin and will heal their land. 2 Chronicles 7:14 Breaking News & Latest Headlines Christian Pastor “Macheted to Death” in Nigeria 9/14/2021 Nigeria (International Christian Concern) According to Punch News Nigeria, Reverend Silas Yakubu Ali of the Evangelical Church of Winning All in Zango-Kataf Local Government Area of Kaduna State, was murdered on Saturday by “unknown assailants”. Click here: https://www.persecution.org/2021/09/14/pastor-macheted-death-nigeria/ More Than 1000 Flee Christian--majority Chin State Due to Fighting 9/14/2021 Myanmar (International Christian Concern) – The latest fighting between the Burmese Army (Tatmadaw) and the local defense groups has forced more than 1,000 people to flee their homes in Myanmar’s Christian-majority Chin state. Click here: https://www.persecution.org/2021/09/14/1000-flee-christian-majority-chin-state-due-fighting/ Pregnant Woman Survives Massacre by Hiding Four Days in a Pit with her Five Children 9/12/2021 Nigeria (International Christian Concern) – Last month, gunmen suspected to be Fulani militants attacked multiple Christian villages in Plateau State’s Riyom Local Government Area. Juliet Yohanna, a pregnant mother of five, recently told Sun News how she survived the massacre which killed 14 members of her village. Click here for more: https://www.persecution.org/2021/09/12/pregnant-woman-survives-massacre-hiding-four-days-pit-five-children/ Elderly Pastors Imprisoned for their Faith in Eritrea 9/10/2021 Eritrea (International Christian Concern) – Pastor Girmay Araya (75) and Pastor Samuel Okbamichael (74) were taken from their homes in the middle of the night and brought to an unknown location,” reported the news agency Church in Chains. Click here:https://www.persecution.org/2021/09/10/elderly-pastors-imprisoned-faith-eritrea/ While All Eyes Are on Afghanistan, Brutality Against Christians Increases in Pakistan 9/09/2021 Pakistan (Morning Star News) – Christians in Pakistan claim that brutality against their minority is increasing daily. Private Facebook groups are filled with video evidence that Christians are under constant duress from the Muslim majority. Click here for more information: https://www.persecution.org/2021/09/09/eyes-afghanistan-brutality-christians-increases-pakistan/ 30 Massacred by Congo Terror Group 9/08/2021 Congo (International Christian Concern) The Allied Democratic Forces (ADF) terrorist group is suspected to be behind the massacre of least 30 people this weekend in the DRC, reports Aljazeera News.“One civilian who helped look for bodies said the victims had mostly been attacked with machetes or shot,” wrote the news source. Click here for more information: https://www.persecution.org/2021/09/08/30-massacred-congo-terror-group/ Special Prayer Request!! • Continue to PRAY for our brothers and sisters AFGANISTAN!! • Pray for the communities experiencing continued murder, violence, and unrest • Pray for frontline pastors, workers and their families in countries hostile to Christianity • Pray for the believers who are persecuted, imprisoned and even killed for their faith • Pray for our persecuted brothers and sisters who are under attack. That they would know the the hope God gives (Ephesians 1:18) and that the Holy Spirit will strengthen them (Ephesians 3:16) He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds. Psalm 147:3
For the LORD your God is the one who goes with you to fight for you against your enemies to give you victory. Deuteronomy 20:4 Everybody is called to pray. Please pray for the following! The UNREACHED in Ethiopia, Djibouti, Eritrea, Somalia, Kenya, and South Sudan Pray for the most important leaders of these countries – that the Holy Spirit will take away their spiritual blindness (2 Cor. 4:4). Pray for supernatural/extraordinary manifestations of God through dreams, healing, revelations and visions, etc. among the unreached of these countries (Acts 2:19; 4:30; Heb. 2:4). Pray that the Spirit of God will raise people from these countries to build a strong church among their own people. Pray that God’s Name be glorified and honored wherever the Truth is suppressed or denied. Pray that God’s Kingdom come and rule and His will become effective where it is defied and where it is opposed by His enemies! (Matthew 6:9-10) The CHURCH of the UNREACHED and all over the World It is the task of the church of Jesus Christ to take the Gospel of Salvation to the nations of the World. Pray that the Church of Christ will take the Commission in Matthew 28:18-20 literally. Pray for the church to gain a new vision for mission work. Pray for the Church to persevere despite persecution. Pray for unity among the small groups and against false doctrines that often come and destroy the young congregations. Pray for outpouring of the Holy Spirit on them (Acts 4:31). For the SALVATION of the people from the UNREACHED Pray that whole families will become converted – it makes it easier for the converts to remain standing. Pray that the Holy Spirit will work in their hearts in a divine way and urge them to search for the True God in Jesus Christ. Pray especially for the redemption of individuals who are leaders or who are in positions of authority in these countries. Pray that these people will openly confess their sins and their faith in Christ and that they will also follow Him openly. If my people who are called by name will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and I will forgive their sin and will heal their land. 2 Chronicles 7:14 Breaking News & Latest Headlines Taliban Forces Claim Victory in Afghanistan’s Panjshir Valley 9/07/2021 Afghanistan (International Christian Concern) – According to Al Jazeera, the last pocket of resistance to Taliban rule in Afghanistan fell to Taliban fighters on Monday, September 6. Despite the claim of victory by the Taliban, the leader of the resistance forces did not concede defeat. Click here for more: https://www.persecution.org/2021/09/07/taliban-forces-claim-victory-afghanistans-panjshir-valley/ Christian Children “Burned Beyond Recognition” by Jihadists in Nigeria 9/06/2021 Nigeria (International Christian Concern) – According to Morning Star News, 12 children were among the 40 Christians killed in several attacks on August 15th and 25th, in and around Jos, Nigeria. Click here: https://www.persecution.org/2021/09/06/christian-children-burned-beyond-recognition-jihadists-nigeria/ First Christians Sentenced to Prison under New Law in Iran 9/06/2021 Iran (Morning Star News) – The first Christians to be punished under a newly amended law in Iran aimed at halting the growth of Christianity and other religious groups were sentenced to five years in prison for spreading “propaganda” against Islam after they refused to renounce Christ, sources said. Click here for more: https://morningstarnews.org/2021/07/first-christians-sentenced-to-prison-under-new-law-in-iran/ Algerian Christian Convert Repatriated From Tunisia 9/04/2021 Algeria (International Christian Concern) – Bouhafs previously was arrested in Algeria in 2016 for his conversion to Christianity. He was accused of conversion, proselytizing, and defaming Islam. Click here for more information: https://www.persecution.org/2021/09/04/algerian-christian-convert-repatriated-tunisia/ Hard-Line Hindus Beat Christian Unconscious in Tamil Nadu, India 9/02/2021 India (Morning Star News) – A Christian in southern India’s Tamil Nadu state is in hiding after hard-line Hindu neighbors beat him unconscious with iron rods last month, sources said. Click here for more information: https://morningstarnews.org/2021/09/hard-line-hindus-beat-christian-unconscious-in-tamil-nadu-india/ Nigerian Christians Continue to Die While Under Government Curfew 9/01/2021 Nigeria (International Christian Concern) – More than 50 Christians have been killed in Jos in retributive attacks after an incident in which 22 Fulani Muslims travelers were killed in Jos by attackers of unknown motivation: https://www.persecution.org/2021/09/01/nigerian-christians-continue-die-government-curfew/ Special Prayer Request!! • Continue to PRAY for our brothers and sisters in AFGANISTAN!! • Pray for the communities experiencing continued murder, violence, and unrest • Pray for frontline pastors, workers and their families in countries hostile to Christianity • Pray for the believers who are persecuted, imprisoned and even killed for their faith • Pray for our persecuted brothers and sisters who are under attack. That they would know the hope God gives (Ephesians 1:18) and that the Holy Spirit will strengthen them (Ephesians 3:16) He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds. Psalm 147:3
For the LORD your God is the one who goes with you to fight for you against your enemies to give you victory. Deuteronomy 20:4 Everybody is called to pray. Please pray for the following! The UNREACHED in Ethiopia, Djibouti, Eritrea, Somalia, Kenya, and South Sudan Pray for the most important leaders of these countries – that the Holy Spirit will take away their spiritual blindness (2 Cor. 4:4). Pray for supernatural/extraordinary manifestations of God through dreams, healing, revelations and visions, etc. among the unreached of these countries (Acts 2:19; 4:30; Heb. 2:4). Pray that the Spirit of God will raise people from these countries to build a strong church among their own people. Pray that God’s Name be glorified and honored wherever the Truth is suppressed or denied. Pray that God’s Kingdom come and rule and His will become effective where it is defied and where it is opposed by His enemies! (Matthew 6:9-10) The CHURCH of the UNREACHED and all over the World It is the task of the church of Jesus Christ to take the Gospel of Salvation to the nations of the World. Pray that the Church of Christ will take the Commission in Matthew 28:18-20 literally. Pray for the church to gain a new vision for mission work. Pray for the Church to persevere despite persecution. Pray for unity among the small groups and against false doctrines that often come and destroy the young congregations. Pray for outpouring of the Holy Spirit on them (Acts 4:31). For the SALVATION of the people from the UNREACHED Pray that whole families will become converted – it makes it easier for the converts to remain standing. Pray that the Holy Spirit will work in their hearts in a divine way and urge them to search for the True God in Jesus Christ. Pray especially for the redemption of individuals who are leaders or who are in positions of authority in these countries. Pray that these people will openly confess their sins and their faith in Christ and that they will also follow Him openly. If my people who are called by name will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and I will forgive their sin and will heal their land. 2 Chronicles 7:14 Breaking News & Latest Headlines Taliban Forces Claim Victory in Afghanistan’s Panjshir Valley 9/07/2021 Afghanistan (International Christian Concern) – According to Al Jazeera, the last pocket of resistance to Taliban rule in Afghanistan fell to Taliban fighters on Monday, September 6. Despite the claim of victory by the Taliban, the leader of the resistance forces did not concede defeat. Click here for more: https://www.persecution.org/2021/09/07/taliban-forces-claim-victory-afghanistans-panjshir-valley/ Christian Children “Burned Beyond Recognition” by Jihadists in Nigeria 9/06/2021 Nigeria (International Christian Concern) – According to Morning Star News, 12 children were among the 40 Christians killed in several attacks on August 15th and 25th, in and around Jos, Nigeria. Click here: https://www.persecution.org/2021/09/06/christian-children-burned-beyond-recognition-jihadists-nigeria/ First Christians Sentenced to Prison under New Law in Iran 9/06/2021 Iran (Morning Star News) – The first Christians to be punished under a newly amended law in Iran aimed at halting the growth of Christianity and other religious groups were sentenced to five years in prison for spreading “propaganda” against Islam after they refused to renounce Christ, sources said. Click here for more: https://morningstarnews.org/2021/07/first-christians-sentenced-to-prison-under-new-law-in-iran/ Algerian Christian Convert Repatriated From Tunisia 9/04/2021 Algeria (International Christian Concern) – Bouhafs previously was arrested in Algeria in 2016 for his conversion to Christianity. He was accused of conversion, proselytizing, and defaming Islam. Click here for more information: https://www.persecution.org/2021/09/04/algerian-christian-convert-repatriated-tunisia/ Hard-Line Hindus Beat Christian Unconscious in Tamil Nadu, India 9/02/2021 India (Morning Star News) – A Christian in southern India’s Tamil Nadu state is in hiding after hard-line Hindu neighbors beat him unconscious with iron rods last month, sources said. Click here for more information: https://morningstarnews.org/2021/09/hard-line-hindus-beat-christian-unconscious-in-tamil-nadu-india/ Nigerian Christians Continue to Die While Under Government Curfew 9/01/2021 Nigeria (International Christian Concern) – More than 50 Christians have been killed in Jos in retributive attacks after an incident in which 22 Fulani Muslims travelers were killed in Jos by attackers of unknown motivation: https://www.persecution.org/2021/09/01/nigerian-christians-continue-die-government-curfew/ Special Prayer Requests • Continue to PRAY for our brothers and sisters in AFGANISTAN!! • Pray for the communities experiencing continued murder, violence, and unrest • Pray for frontline pastors, workers and their families in countries hostile to Christianity • Pray for the believers who are persecuted, imprisoned and even killed for their faith • Pray for our persecuted brothers and sisters who are under attack. That they would know the hope God gives (Ephesians 1:18) and that the Holy Spirit will strengthen them (Ephesians 3:16) Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters. (NIV) Jeremiah 16:19
Everybody is called to pray. Please pray for the following! The UNREACHED in Ethiopia, Djibouti, Eritrea, Somalia, Kenya, and South Sudan Pray for the most important leaders of these countries – that the Holy Spirit will take away their spiritual blindness (2 Cor. 4:4). Pray for supernatural/extraordinary manifestations of God through dreams, healing, revelations and visions, etc. among the unreached of these countries (Acts 2:19; 4:30; Heb. 2:4). Pray that the Spirit of God will raise people from these countries to build a strong church among their own people. Pray that God’s Name be glorified and honored wherever the Truth is suppressed or denied. Pray that God’s Kingdom come and rule and His will become effective where it is defied and where it is opposed by His enemies! (Matthew 6:9-10) The CHURCH of the UNREACHED and all over the World It is the task of the church of Jesus Christ to take the Gospel of Salvation to the nations of the World. Pray that the Church of Christ will take the Commission in Matthew 28:18-20 literally. Pray for the church to gain a new vision for mission work. Pray for the Church to persevere despite persecution. Pray for unity among the small groups and against false doctrines that often come and destroy the young congregations. Pray for outpouring of the Holy Spirit on them (Acts 4:31). For the SALVATION of the people from the UNREACHED Pray that whole families will become converted – it makes it easier for the converts to remain standing. Pray that the Holy Spirit will work in their hearts in a divine way and urge them to search for the True God in Jesus Christ. Pray especially for the redemption of individuals who are leaders or who are in positions of authority in these countries. Pray that these people will openly confess their sins and their faith in Christ and that they will also follow Him openly. If my people who are called by name will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and I will forgive their sin and will heal their land. 2 Chronicles 7:14 Breaking News & Latest Headlines Nigerian Christians Continue to Die While Under Government Curfew 8/31/2021 Nigeria (International Christian Concern)– More than fifty Christians have been killed in Jos in retributive attacks after an incident in which twenty-two Fulani Muslims travelers were killed in Jos by attackers of unknown motivation. The killings of Christians and university students happened during a government-mandated curfew ostensibly imposed to allow security forces to operate with maximum effectiveness. Click here: https://www.persecution.org/2021/08/31/nigerian-christians-continue-die-government-curfew/ 19 People Burned and Hacked to Death in DR Congo 8/30/2021 DRC (International Christian Concern) – The “19 people were killed by the rebels who plague the territory of Beni, the ADF,” said Kakule Kalunga, a local chief told the AFP news agency, adding that the victims were killed by “bladed weapons and fire”, and that houses were also set ablaze. Click here for more information: https://www.persecution.org/2021/08/30/19-people-burned-hacked-death-dr-congo/ Christian Boy Suffers Acid Attack in India 8/28/2021 India (International Christian Concern) – 16-year-old Nitish Kumar was attacked with acid last week in north India’s Bihar state, leaving him with burns covering 60% of his body. Click here: https://www.persecution.org/2021/08/28/christian-boy-suffers-acid-attack-india/ Afghan Christian in Canada Expresses Concern for Underground Church in Afghanistan 8/28/2021 Afghanistan (International Christian Concern) – Afghanistan’s Christian community is almost exclusively comprised of converts from Islam. Some estimate the Christian population to be between 8,000 and 12,000, making it one of the country’s largest religious minority groups. Click here for more: https://www.persecution.org/2021/08/28/afghan-christian-canada-expresses-concern-underground-church-afghanistan/ 1,200 Christians evacuated from Afghanistan in donor-funded rescue mission 8/19/2021 Afghanistan (Christian Today) – Conservative radio host Glenn Beck says 1,200 Christians have been rescued from Afghanistan in a donor-funded evacuation. A fundraiser launched by the Blaze founder has raised over $28m towards the mission. Click here for more information: https://www.christiantoday.com/article/1200.christians.evacuated.from.afghanistan.in.donor.funded.rescue.mission/137293.htm Special Prayer Requests!! • Continue to PRAY for our brothers and sisters in AFGANISTAN!!!! • Pray for the communities experiencing continued murder, violence, and unrest • Pray for front line pastors, workers and their families in countries hostile to Christianity • Pray for the believers who are persecuted, imprisoned and even killed for their faith • Pray for our persecuted brothers and sisters who are under attack. That they would know the hope God gives (Ephesians 1:18) and that the Holy Spirit will strengthen them (Ephesians 3:16) O LORD, my strength, and my fortress, and my refuge in the day of affliction, the Gentiles shall come unto thee from the ends of the earth, and shall say, Surely our fathers have inherited lies, vanity, and things wherein there is no profit. (KJV) Jeremiah 16:19
Everybody is called to pray. Please pray for the following! The UNREACHED in Ethiopia, Djibouti, Eritrea, Somalia, Kenya, and South Sudan Pray for the most important leaders of these countries – that the Holy Spirit will take away their spiritual blindness (2 Cor. 4:4). Pray for supernatural/extraordinary manifestations of God through dreams, healing, revelations and visions, etc. among the unreached of these countries (Acts 2:19; 4:30; Heb. 2:4). Pray that the Spirit of God will raise people from these countries to build a strong church among their own people. Pray that God’s Name be glorified and honored wherever the Truth is suppressed or denied. Pray that God’s Kingdom come and rule and His will become effective where it is defied and where it is opposed by His enemies! (Matthew 6:9-10) The CHURCH of the UNREACHED and all over the World It is the task of the church of Jesus Christ to take the Gospel of Salvation to the nations of the World. Pray that the Church of Christ will take the Commission in Matthew 28:18-20 literally. Pray for the church to gain a new vision for mission work. Pray for the Church to persevere despite persecution. Pray for unity among the small groups and against false doctrines that often come and destroy the young congregations. Pray for outpouring of the Holy Spirit on them (Acts 4:31). For the SALVATION of the people from the UNREACHED Pray that whole families will become converted – it makes it easier for the converts to remain standing. Pray that the Holy Spirit will work in their hearts in a divine way and urge them to search for the True God in Jesus Christ. Pray especially for the redemption of individuals who are leaders or who are in positions of authority in these countries. Pray that these people will openly confess their sins and their faith in Christ and that they will also follow Him openly. If my people who are called by name will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and I will forgive their sin and will heal their land. 2 Chronicles 7:14 Breaking News & Latest Headlines At Least 18 Dead in Battle with Congo Terror Group 8/24/2021 DRC (International Christian Concern) – According to Africa News, at least 18 people were killed in the DR Congo last week during fighting between the DRC army and the Allied Democratic Forces (ADF) terror group. Click here for more information: https://www.persecution.org/2021/08/24/least-18-dead-battle-congo-terror-group/ Father Kills Son for Converting to Christianity 8/23/2021 Uganda (Morning Star News) – Kasimu Kawona of Bupalama village, Buseta Sub-County in Kibuku District was not charged with murder but a lesser charge of manslaughter because he killed his son in anger for leaving Islam, sources said. Click here for more: https://www.persecution.org/2021/08/23/father-kills-son-converting-christianity/ Rights Group Fears Taliban’s Takeover of Afghanistan Will Lead to More Persecution 8/22/2021 Afghanistan (International Christian Concern) – While the Taliban has asked for a peaceful transfer of power, Release International reports the Taliban’s sudden victory will embolden extremists. The group says that one church leader has reported Afghan Christians are living in fear and are at risk of reprisal attacks. Click here for more: https://www.persecution.org/2021/08/22/rights-group-fears-talibans-takeover-afghanistan-will-lead-persecution/ Report Claims Taliban Carrying Out Door-To-Door Manhunt 8/20/2021 Afghanistan (International Christian Concern) – According to the BBC, the Taliban in Afghanistan has stepped up its effort to find individuals who worked with NATO forces and the previous government. Afghan Christians, a persecuted religious minority, fear similar efforts to discover members of their community are also under way. Click here for more information: https://www.persecution.org/2021/08/20/report-claims-taliban-carrying-door-door-manhunt/ South Sudan: Two Nuns “Killed in Cold Blood” 8/19/2021 South Sudan (International Christian Concern) – “Islam is now invading South Sudan. They’re saying South Sudan is a strategic place and that [it] will be the gate to Africa [so that] Islam can go to all of Africa,” a believer told Mission Network News. Click here for more: https://www.persecution.org/2021/08/19/south-sudan-two-nuns-killed-cold-blood/ Nigerian Authorities React to Killing of 22 Muslims, Largely Ignore 70 Christians Killed 8/18/2021 Nigeria (Morning Star News) – The strength of the government response after the roadside incident stands in stark contrast to its almost complete silence when…Fulani militants attacked Christian communities in the Miango area, killing 70 and displacing tens of thousands, Click here for more: https://www.persecution.org/2021/08/18/nigerian-authorities-react-killing-22-muslims-largely-ignore-70-christians-killed-terrorists/ Special Prayer Request!! • PRAY for AFGANISTAN!!!! • Pray for the communities experiencing continued murder, violence, and unrest • Pray for frontline pastors, workers and their families in countries hostile to Christianity • Pray for the believers who are persecuted, imprisoned and even killed for their faith • Pray for our persecuted brothers and sisters who are under attack. That they would know the hope God gives (Ephesians 1:18) and that the Holy Spirit will strengthen them (Ephesians 3:16) Whenever I am afraid, I will trust in You. 4 In God (I will praise His word), In God I have put my trust; I will not fear. What can flesh do to me? (NKJV) Psalm 56:3-4
Everybody is called to pray. Please pray for the following! The UNREACHED in Ethiopia, Djibouti, Eritrea, Somalia, Kenya, and South Sudan Pray for the most important leaders of these countries – that the Holy Spirit will take away their spiritual blindness (2 Cor. 4:4). Pray for supernatural/extraordinary manifestations of God through dreams, healing, revelations and visions, etc. among the unreached of these countries (Acts 2:19; 4:30; Heb. 2:4). Pray that the Spirit of God will raise people from these countries to build a strong church among their own people. Pray that God’s Name be glorified and honored wherever the Truth is suppressed or denied. Pray that God’s Kingdom come and rule and His will become effective where it is defied and where it is opposed by His enemies! (Matthew 6:9-10) The CHURCH of the UNREACHED and all over the World It is the task of the church of Jesus Christ to take the Gospel of Salvation to the nations of the World. Pray that the Church of Christ will take the Commission in Matthew 28:18-20 literally. Pray for the church to gain a new vision for mission work. Pray for the Church to persevere despite persecution. Pray for unity among the small groups and against false doctrines that often come and destroy the young congregations. Pray for outpouring of the Holy Spirit on them (Acts 4:31). For the SALVATION of the people from the UNREACHED Pray that whole families will become converted – it makes it easier for the converts to remain standing. Pray that the Holy Spirit will work in their hearts in a divine way and urge them to search for the True God in Jesus Christ. Pray especially for the redemption of individuals who are leaders or who are in positions of authority in these countries. Pray that these people will openly confess their sins and their faith in Christ and that they will also follow Him openly. If my people who are called by name will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and I will forgive their sin and will heal their land. 2 Chronicles 7:14 Breaking News & Latest Headlines 51 People Massacred by Jihadists in Mali 8/10/2021 Mali (International Christian Concern) At least 51 people were killed by Islamic militants on Sunday during village raids in Mali, said a district administrator. “Houses were ransacked and burned to the ground and herds of livestock carried away.” Click here for more: https://www.persecution.org/2021/08/10/51-people-massacred-jihadists-mali/ Uncertain Fate for Afghanistan’s Christians 8/09/2021 Afghanistan (International Christian Concern) As cities fall to a Taliban resurgence in Afghanistan, the future of that country’s Christian population grows more uncertain. The US troop withdrawal has increased a climate of insecurity in the country and US-backed Afghan forces are struggling to contain the Taliban’s advance. Click here for more information: https://www.persecution.org/2021/08/09/uncertain-fate-afghanistans-christians/ Pastor’s Son Killed While Trying to Stop Church Demolition 8/08/2021 Nigeria (International Christian Concern) – 29-year old Mr. Ezekiel Bitrus Tumba, the son of a pastor, was allegedly shot and killed while trying to stop the destruction of the church. The entire Christian community has been thrown into mourning mood as a brother, who was a breadwinner of his family was sent to his early grave…Click here for more information: https://www.persecution.org/2021/08/08/pastors-son-killed-trying-stop-church-demolition/ 16 Hostages Knifed to Death by Jihadists in DR Congo 8/07/2021 DRC (International Christian Concern) – Aljazeera news reports that at least 16 people were killed in the DRC on Monday after being held for weeks by militants thought to be members of the Allied Democratic Forces (ADF). Click here for more information: https://www.persecution.org/2021/08/07/16-hostages-knifed-death-jihadists-dr-congo/ Nigeria: 43K Christians Killed, 18.5K Abducted, 17.5K Churches Attacked in 12 Years 8/06/2021 Canada (International Christian Concern) – The report states that 43,000 Christians have been killed by Nigerian Islamic radicals in the last 12 years, 18,500 have permanently disappeared, 17,500 churches have been attacked, 10 million people have been uprooted and about 2,000 Christian schools have been attacked. Click here for more for more: https://www.persecution.org/2021/08/06/nigeria-report-43k-christians-killed-18-5k-abducted-17-5k-churches-attacked-12-year/ Special Prayer Request!! • Ask the LORD to bring UNITY and REVIVAL to the Church • Pray for the communities experiencing continued murder, violence, and unrest • Pray for frontline pastors, workers and their families in countries hostile to Christianity • Pray for the believers who are persecuted, imprisoned and even killed for their faith • Pray for our persecuted brothers and sisters who are under attack. That they would know the hope God gives (Ephesians 1:18) and that the Holy Spirit will strengthen them (Ephesians 3:16) Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; 6 in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight. Proverbs 3:5-6
Everybody is called to pray. Please pray for the following! The UNREACHED in Ethiopia, Djibouti, Eritrea, Somalia, Kenya, and South Sudan Pray for the most important leaders of these countries – that the Holy Spirit will take away their spiritual blindness (2 Cor. 4:4). Pray for supernatural/extraordinary manifestations of God through dreams, healing, revelations and visions, etc. among the unreached of these countries (Acts 2:19; 4:30; Heb. 2:4). Pray that the Spirit of God will raise people from these countries to build a strong church among their own people. Pray that God’s Name be glorified and honored wherever the Truth is suppressed or denied. Pray that God’s Kingdom come and rule and His will become effective where it is defied and where it is opposed by His enemies! (Matthew 6:9-10) The CHURCH of the UNREACHED and all over the World It is the task of the church of Jesus Christ to take the Gospel of Salvation to the nations of the World. Pray that the Church of Christ will take the Commission in Matthew 28:18-20 literally. Pray for the church to gain a new vision for mission work. Pray for the Church to persevere despite persecution. Pray for unity among the small groups and against false doctrines that often come and destroy the young congregations. Pray for outpouring of the Holy Spirit on them (Acts 4:31). For the SALVATION of the people from the UNREACHED Pray that whole families will become converted – it makes it easier for the converts to remain standing. Pray that the Holy Spirit will work in their hearts in a divine way and urge them to search for the True God in Jesus Christ. Pray especially for the redemption of individuals who are leaders or who are in positions of authority in these countries. Pray that these people will openly confess their sins and their faith in Christ and that they will also follow Him openly. If my people who are called by name will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and I will forgive their sin and will heal their land. 2 Chronicles 7:14 Breaking News & Last Headlines Series of Attacks Devastates Nigeria’s Plateau State 8/03/2021 Nigeria (International Christian Concern) The Irigwq Development Association, (IDA), released a press statement on Sunday reporting that 250 houses were burned down during the “unhindered and undistracted” attacks. An ICC contact visited the devastated areas and confirmed the attacks, adding that 9 people survived gunshot wounds, while more than 22,000 people were displaced. Click here for more information: https://www.persecution.org/2021/08/03/series-attacks-devastates-nigerias-plateau-state/ Church in Bangladesh Demolished Twice by Buddhist Radicals 8/02/2021 Bangladesh (International Christian Concern) According to Asia News, a church in Bangladesh was attacked and demolished by Buddhist radicals. Local reports indicate the attack, which happened in two phases, took place after weeks of threats. Click here for more information: https://www.persecution.org/2021/08/02/church-bangladesh-demolished-twice-buddhist-radicals/ Jihadists Attack Funeral of Boy they Killed, Terrorize Christian Community 7/31/2021 Nigeria (International Christian Concern) “Fulani (militants) killed my husband two years ago and burned down my house,” Celina told ICC through tears, “My farm was destroyed three days ago, now my son is killed, and my house burned down again.” Click here for more information: https://www.persecution.org/2021/07/31/jihadists-attack-funeral-boy-killed-terrorize-christian-community/ Pastor Tortured, Killed in Nigeria 7/28/2021 Nigeria (International Christian Concern) – Reverend Danlami Yakwoi of the Evangelical Church Winning All (ECWA) was killed on Saturday, July 24th, two weeks after being abducted along with his two sons and nephew. The group was taken while traveling in Tawari, Kogi state, by men reported to be Fulani Militants. Click here for more information: https://www.persecution.org/2021/07/28/pastor-tortured-killed-nigeria/ Church Buildings Burned in Canada and the United States 7/27/2021 Canada (International Christian Concern) – A number of churches in the Canada and the United States have been vandalized by criminals, some of whom claim to be acting in response to recent revelations around the horrifying mistreatment of indigenous children in Canada at the hands of mostly Catholic-run schools. Click here for more for more: https://www.persecution.org/2021/07/27/church-buildings-burned-canada-united-states/ Special Prayer Request!! • Pray for Getaneh and Wosene as they travel to Ethiopia, Kenya, and Djibouti • Ask the LORD to bring UNITY and REVIVAL to the Church • Pray for the communities experiencing continued murder, violence, and unrest • Pray for frontline pastors, workers and their families in countries hostile to Christianity • Pray for the believers who are persecuted, imprisoned and even killed for their faith • Pray for our persecuted brothers and sisters who are under attack. That they would know the hope God gives (Ephesians 1:18) and that the Holy Spirit will strengthen them (Ephesians 3:16) |
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