Ask the Lord to raise up more disciples who share effectively with many people, like the healed demoniac in Mark 5 and the Samaritan woman in John 4.
VERSE OF THE WEEK:
"MARK 5, JOHN 4"
Devotional for Sunday/Monday or Companion Podcast available on Anchor, Spotify, Apple, and Google.
UNREACHED PEOPLE FOCUS: Sunday - Rahanweyn Monday - Somali Bantu
PRAYER FOR A FIELD TEAM: Faithful Shepherd, Your Word says in Ephesians 4:13 that we press on "until we all attain to the unity of the faith and of the knowledge of the Son of God, to a full grown man." You gather many sheep into one flock and grow us up together into Christ.Today we lift up the believers across South Asia. Amid many languages, castes, and long divisions, may they pursue unity and maturity in Christ. Heal the rivalries that weaken the Church, and may love hold together what pressure tries to scatter. Grow new believers into deep-rooted disciples, and let their steadiness be a witness in every village and city.
Strengthen the pastors and teachers who equip Your people. May small fellowships become families, and may believers of different backgrounds serve side by side. Draw many who are searching to the Shepherd who lays down His life for the sheep.
Father, grow us up together into Christ our head. We look forward to the day when believers from across South Asia stand as one before You, mature in the love of Jesus. In Jesus' name, Amen.
PRAYER FOR JEWS, ISRAEL, & ONE NEW MAN:
Expose, Thwart or Defuse Any Attacks: Keeper of Israel, expose, thwart, or defuse every attack against Israel and Jews around the world; instead, be the wall of fire around them and the glory in their midst. Psalm 31:23
GLOBAL CITY FOCUS (1): MOGADISHU, Somalia - Pray for Christ-exalting, multiplying house churches of peace in every neighborhood and in all 21 languages of this city, especially among the Somalis, Omani Arabs, and Southern Balochis.
MOVEMENTS AMID CRISIS PRAYERS:
You Bring Us Through: Oh Refiner’s Fire, help us remain confident in You as You test us through crises, but knowing that You bring us through into places of abundance! Psalm 66:10-12
Devotion: Tell of God’s Goodness – Mark 5:18-20
Podcast: Week 38 Day 2
Prayer for Field Team: Prince of Peace, Your Word says in 2 Corinthians 5:18 that You "reconciled us to himself through Jesus Christ, and gave to us the ministry of reconciliation." At the cross You made peace, and You send Your people as peacemakers into a divided world.
Today we lift up the believers across Central Asia. In lands marked by old wounds, suspicion, and broken trust, may they pursue reconciliation — first with You, and then with one another. Where families are split over faith in Jesus, may grace go first. Give believers the courage to forgive and let their peace be a sign that the Gospel is true.
Heal divisions inside the Church, and mend what pride and fear have torn. May homes once closed reopen, and may enemies become brothers through the mercy of Christ. Draw many who long for peace to the One who is our peace.
Father, make us ministers of reconciliation. We look forward to the day when believers from across Central Asia stand together before You, every wall broken down, at peace in Jesus forever. In Jesus' name, Amen.
GLOBAL CITY FOCUS (1): MOGADISHU, Somalia - Pray for supernatural wisdom, courage, and protection for the Gospel SURGE teams as they risk it all to plant churches.
Unreached People Group: Swahili, Barawani
Devotion: Keeping on Telling – John 4:28-30
Podcast: Week 38 Day 3
Prayer for Field Team: Sovereign King, Your Word says in Matthew 6:33 to "seek first God's Kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well." Your reign is not built by force but by truth, and Your righteousness is the treasure worth everything.
Today we lift up the believers across the Middle East and North Africa. Amid competing kingdoms and heavy pressure, may they seek first Your Kingdom and pursue a righteousness that comes from You. Keep them from fear and from the pull of lesser things, and may their lives quietly display a better King. Give courage to those who follow Jesus at real cost and let their faithfulness open doors no one can shut.
Strengthen the pastors and families who carry the Gospel through the region. May homes become outposts of Your Kingdom, and may many who are hungry for justice and mercy find them in Christ.Father, may Your Kingdom come and Your will be done here as in heaven. We look forward to the day when believers from across the Middle East and North Africa stand before the King whose Kingdom will never end. In Jesus' name, Amen.
GLOBAL CITY FOCUS (1): MOGADISHU, Somalia - Pray for a mighty movement of prayer to protect and cover Jesus followers.
Unreached People Group: Somali
Devotion: Keep sharing Good News – 2 Kings 7:9
Podcast: Week 38 Day 4
Prayer for Field Team: Spirit of Truth, Your Word promises in John 16:13 that "he will guide you into all truth." You do not leave Your people to guess in the dark; You lead them into what is real and steady and good.
Today we lift up the believers across Eastern and Southern Africa. Where many voices compete and false teaching spreads quickly, may they pursue discernment and a love for the truth. Give pastors clarity to feed the flock well, and guard young churches from teachers who sell hope for money. May Your people test every message by Your Word and let honesty mark their homes and their work.
Strengthen those who teach the Scriptures faithfully, often with few resources. May believers grow wise and hard to deceive, and may many who are searching for something solid find the truth in Jesus. Draw families deeper into Your Word.
Father, lead us by Your Spirit into all truth. We look forward to the day when believers from across Eastern and Southern Africa stand before You, no longer seeing dimly but face to face with the One who is the Truth. In Jesus' name, Amen.
GLOBAL CITY FOCUS (1): MOGADISHU, Somalia - Pray for the Prince of Peace to strengthen Jesus followers with training and tools.
Unreached People Group: Deaf in Somalia
Devotion: Ever Pressing Forward – Phil. 3:12-14
Podcast: Week 38 Day 5
Prayer for Field Team: Ever-Present Lord, Your Word says in Exodus 33:14, "My presence will go with you, and I will give you rest." You are not a distant God; You walk with Your people and make Your home among them.
Today we lift up the believers across Western and Central Africa. In places of displacement, violence, and long uncertainty, may they pursue Your presence above every other comfort. When homes are lost and roads are dangerous, may they know that You go with them, and let Your nearness be their rest. Meet those who worship in fear, and steady the ones who have buried loved ones for the sake of Christ.
Strengthen pastors who shepherd scattered and grieving people. May displaced families find a welcome among Your Church and may worship keep rising where sorrow has been heavy. Draw many who are looking for security to the God who never leaves.
Father, keep us living in the light of Your presence. We look forward to the day when believers from across Western and Central Africa dwell with You forever, where You wipe away every tear. In Jesus' name, Amen.
GLOBAL CITY FOCUS (1): MOGADISHU, Somalia - Pray for the Kingdom of God to come in signs, wonders, and power over religious, government, and university leaders.
Unreached People Group: Friday - Garre in Somalia Saturday - Arab, Omani in Somalia
