Prayer Wall 12/7/16

Christ first  L O V E D  us by promising a child born of a virgin who would be an atoning sacrifice for our sins.“For to us a child is born, to us a son is given; and the government shall be upon his shoulder, and his name shall be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.” – Isaiah 9:6

“If my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves & pray and seek My face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and I will forgive their sin & heal their land.” ~ 2 Chronicles 7:14

Arise & shine; please pray for the following!

COMMUNITIES OF THE PERMIAN BASIN
Let us PRAY for peace, comfort, wisdom and patience for the families and businesses that have been affected by the economic downturn due to low oil prices. “They will have no fear of bad news; their hearts are steadfast, trusting in the Lord.” ~ Psalm 112:7

AWAKENING
Give thanks for all the Lord is AWAKENING IN YOU!! There is power in His blood and the name of Jesus Christ. May others experience the goodness of this truth and have an encounter with the Living God in this season! Pray for our local and global churches; for our pastors to stand firmly on the Word of God.

AMERICA
Pray for the leaders of our nation to stand firm on God’s Word. Give thanks we have leaders that are in the Palm of His Hand! Isaiah 41:13 May they call upon Him for wisdom.  May they give Him thanks for the peace and order that He brings.  Give thanks for God fearing men and women serving in these positions. 

PERSECUTED BELIEVERS
We lift up our brothers & sisters & those yet to come that they may know He is present in their midst and hears their prayers.  Let us pray that even in the midst of dire circumstances and even in the midst of severe threats and actions of death they will have the grace to STAND NO MATTER WHAT and not forsake Jesus Yeshua Isa – Son of the Living God.  Lift up where ISIS (or affiliate) is controlling in places like Nigeria, Middle East and Algeria, etc.

ISRAEL
Lift up Israel and individuals within the country (Jews & Arabs alike). Pray for the peace of Jerusalem. May those who love you prosper, Psalm 122:6, Pray that Israelis will move forward with the leader that the Lord appoints. May there be peace.

Breaking news & latest headlines for the w
Sudan: Hope Shines Brightly
December 06, 2016 – Sudan (MNN) — Millions of people in Sudan are facing the most violent and oppressive government in the world.  Since 1989, there have been 26 civil wars, four genocides, and 2.5 million who’ve lost their lives to the aforementioned problems.  Trouble spots include Darfur, Abyei, South Kordofan and Blue Nile (the Nuba Mountains), and Eastern Sudan.

Mexico 'In Denial' Over Thousands Of Evangelicals Forced Out Of Homes
Published December 06, 2016 — Mexico has been accused of a "policy of denial" over the thousands of evangelicals forced out of homes for their beliefs. According to the Mexican Commission for the Defense & Promotion of Human Rights, more than 287,000 displaced… 

Fulani Herdsmen Attack Another Abia Community
Published December 05, 2016 – UMUAHIA—Barely three weeks after a community in Arochukwu council of Abia State was invaded and attacked by Fulani herdsmen, another community, Ozu Item in Bende council was again attacked with scores of farmers sustaining life threatening injuries. Crops worth several thousands of naira belonging to Ozu Item farmers were also destroyed by the herdsmen and their cattle.

Sarna leaders press Jharkhand CM on conversion
December 05, 2016 – The delegation led by the president of the Samiti, Fulchand Tirkey, handed over a memorandum in which the tribal outfit also sought a ban on the benefits of reservation to those who have adopted Christianity....

PERSECUTION + KING DAVID
Published December 02, 2016 – When we think of those from the Bible who faced persecution, we often think of Paul or Job. Let us remember King David and all that he faced for his faith. David faced great trials for his faith; even after being anointed king, he was still on the run for his life. He hid in caves and was always hiding from King Saul. A few things are worth studying in regards to how David, a man after God’s own heart, faced …persecution. 

Former Muslim Sheikh in Eastern Uganda Attacked for Embracing Christianity
December 01, 2016 – NAIROBI, Kenya (Morning Star News) – Muslim villagers in eastern Uganda on Nov. 23 destroyed the maize crops of a former Islamic sheikh (teacher) in eastern Uganda who was beaten unconscious after revealing his faith in Christ, sources said....

Special Prayer Request!!

• Praise God for Wosene’s successful surgery and pray for speedy recovery!

• Ask the Lord to bring revival to the Church (Hebrews 12:2).

• Pray for the persecuted believers all across the world.