Chad: Pray that family members and Islamists who persecute Christians will repent and place their faith in Christ.

“The health of the future church in Burkina Faso may depend upon counseling interventions performed during the aftermath of [Islamist] attacks,” a front-line worker reported. Pray for those who have experienced violent attacks to find their healing in Christ.

Each one must give as he has decided in his heart, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver. —2 Corinthians 9:7 (ESV) #Verseoftheday #ESV

The LORD is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? The LORD is the stronghold of my life; of whom shall I be afraid? esv.org/verses/Psalm+2…

Pray for our brothers and sisters in Indonesia.

Philippines: Pray for Bible schools that continue to equip courageous Christians for ministry in Muslim-majority areas.

Children of persecuted Christians suffer for their witness, but they willingly pay the cost. VOM President Cole Richards writes: “We see that what matters most is not our children’s comfort and safety but the example of faith and obedience we set for them.”

North Korea: Pray that Christians who receive Bibles smuggled into North Korea will grow in their knowledge of God's Word.

Join us in praying for front-line workers who take the gospel to the world’s spiritually darkest places. Pray for our Christian brothers and sisters around the world who accept the risk of bearing witness to Christ’s love, faithfully teaching others in the midst of persecution.

Turkmenistan: A number of Turkmen pastors have been imprisoned for their ministry work. Pray for the pastors and their families.

Benin: Pray that churches and pastors will shine a light through the darkness in Benin and glorify God.

Iraqi believers have a unique opportunity to share the gospel with those seeking hope and truth. Violence and instability under the country’s oppressive Islamic government have caused many Muslims to become more open to the gospel.

Algeria: Pray that Christians whose churches have been closed by authorities will reach out to their neighbors despite the risks.

Burkina Faso: Pray for increased access to print and audio Bibles in local languages.

And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose. (Romans 8:28 ESV)

Pakistan: Many Pakistani Christians are forced to work in low-paying, undesirable jobs. Pray for new opportunities and freedoms.

Indonesia: Pray for Maria Solon, whose husband, Marten, was killed in Indonesia because of his Christian faith.

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Oman: Pray for Christian converts from Islam who are harassed through legal challenges.