Pray for movement catalysts to model healthy leadership, assist new leaders, watch and advise new leaders, and then empower local leaders by moving (in God’s time) to peoples and places in greater need.
VERSE OF THE WEEK:
"Jesus replied, ‘Let us go somewhere else—to the nearby villages—so I can preach there also. That is why I have come.’ ” — MARK 1:38
Devotional for Sunday/Monday or Companion Podcast available on Anchor, Spotify, Apple, and Google.
UNREACHED PEOPLE FOCUS: Sunday - Sheenkhalai (Pashtun Hindki) Monday - Damania Sonar
PRAYER FOR JEWS, ISRAEL, & ONE NEW MAN:
Possess the Promises in Fullness: God of Angel Armies, lead Your people to possess Your promises in fullness as they listen and obey You continually. Joshua 1:11
GLOBAL CITY FOCUS (1): JAIPUR, India - Pray for the advancement of God's Kingdom throughout the many languages of this city.
PRAYER FOR FIELD TEAM - SUNDAY: God of All Comfort, we come before You to ask for Your presence with our brother Daniel and the evangelism team he leads near Khartoum, Sudan. Remind them today of the teachings they have received, knowing the great honor it is to suffer for You.
Your Word says in 2 Corinthians 4:17-18 that "our light affliction," which is but for a moment, "works for us more and more exceedingly an eternal weight of glory" while we look not at "the things which are seen," but at "the things which are not seen." May Daniel share these truths with his team and encourage new believers to step forward in faith. Remember Your Church throughout Sudan, Lord. Comfort families who have been scattered by conflict, and raise up homes to rejoice in suffering, and to bring healing to those whose hearts are wounded. Hold Daniel steady as a beacon of Your love and grace in Khartoum. In Jesus' name, Amen.
PRAYER FOR FIELD WORKERS - MONDAY: God of All Comfort, we bring before You our sister Selam in Asmara, Eritrea. We thank You for her faithfulness to Jesus and ask that You reveal wisdom and revelation to her heart so that her faith increases.
Your Word says in Isaiah 41:10, "fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, I will help you." Thank You for filling Selam with strength, for going before her and opening doors of ministry to share Your love and forgiveness. We also remember the believers in Eritrea who remain in prison because they refuse to deny Christ Encourage their families to share the blessings of our Savioe with family and friends as they wait for their loved ones to be freed. Keep hope alive in all of them because Your promises have never failed. Stay close to Selam. Let her know that You have never abandoned those who place their lives in Your hands. In Jesus' name, Amen.
MOVEMENTS AMID CRISIS PRAYERS:
Pray for Enemies: Father in heaven, I want to be like You so may Your love flow through me to help me obey in praying for my enemies and for those that persecute me. Matthew 5:43-45
Devotion: Multiply Kingdom Living – Luke 10:1
Podcast: Week 42 Day 2
GLOBAL CITY FOCUS (2): KANPUR, India - Pray for the launch of many community centers which will focus on planting church by taking care of women, "street kids," and the poor and destitute of the city. Pray for the leaders to have courage, wisdom, and supernatural protection.
Unreached People Group: Chandel Rajput
Prayer for Field Team: Father in Heaven, today we lift up Brother Joshith in eastern India. He is asking for Your guidance and direction as he seeks to raise a team who are interested in and hungry to share the Good News with others. Thank you, Father, for his heart to reach his community and bring the Gospel to his people in Manipur. May he carefully and humbly listen for Your guidance and direction. Bring him encounters with those whom You are already preparing to hear the Good News of Jesus Christ.
According to Isaiah 44:3, “For I will pour water on him who is thirsty, and streams on the dry ground. I will put my Spirit on your descendants, and my blessing on your offspring.” Lead Joshith to those who are spiritually thirsty, that Joshith may have the joy of leading them to the living water only You can give. Pour out Your Spirit on this generation, and let Your blessing reach those who come after them. Let Scripture shape Joshith’s prayers. Help Joshith know the joy of being useful in Your hands without carrying a burden You never gave him. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Devotion: Model Jesus – 1 Cor. 11:1
Podcast: Week 42 Day 3
GLOBAL CITY FOCUS (2): KANPUR, India - Pray for a mighty movement of prayer to be birthed in Kanpur that multiplies throughout the country.
Unreached People Group: Kanaujia Brahmin
Prayer for Field Team: Father in Heaven, today we lift up Brother Rahul in Assam, India. He is asking You to give him wisdom as he trains fellow pastors in the simplicity of making disciples according to Matt 28 and Luke 10. He and his fellow leaders all have Bible degrees and lots of education. Yet Rahul and his team recognize they lack humble wisdom and Holy Spirit understanding. They are seeking you for ears to hear what the Scriptures are saying, to be rich in knowledge and wisdom for Your glory alone.
According to John 14:26, “But the Counselor, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will snd in my name, will teach your all things, and will remind you of all that I said to you.” Let the Holy spirit teach them and bring the words of Jesus to mind at the right moment. Free them from anxiety about having every answer prepared. May they lean not on their own understanding and education, but seek You first and listen to Your voice and direction. May Your Kingdom come to this city in far eastern India, as Rahul grows in humble confidence on Your Holy Spirit guidance.
Mark 4:9 “Then Jesus said, ‘Whoever has ears to hear, let them hear.’” Thank you, Father, that Rahul and his fellow pastors recognize that is not high level of knowledge about Christianity that bears fruit, but personal and spiritual relationship with Jesus. In Jesus' name, Amen.
Devotion: Shine Before Others – 2 Tim. 2:2
Podcast: Week 42 Day 4
GLOBAL CITY FOCUS (3): KOLKATA, India - Pray for the advancement of God's Kingdom throughout the many languages of this city, particularly among the UUPG languages.
Unreached People Group: Karan Kayastha
Prayer for Field Team: Righteous King, today we lift up Rahul, who is seeking calm and wisdom for churches and leaders in Mumbai, India, as they navigate the challenges posed by the new anti-conversion law. Grant them a spirit of peace that surpasses understanding and the discernment to respond in faith rather than fear. As they face uncertainty, may they be reminded of Your unchanging truth and steadfast love.
According to Philippians 4:6-7, "In nothing be anxious, but in everything, by prayer and petition with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your thoughts in Christ Jesus." Guard the hearts and minds of believers in Mumbai, filling them with Your peace. Let their response to these laws reflect Your wisdom and love, drawing others to the light of the Gospel. Empower Rahul and the church leaders to stand firm, with courage to act justly and with compassion. In the name of Jesus, Amen.
Devotion: Launch New Leaders – Phil 2:3-4
Podcast: Week 42 Day 5
GLOBAL CITY FOCUS (4): LUCKNOW, India - Pray for followers of Jesus to walk in the power of the Spirit.
Unreached People Group: Friday - Gandha Banik Bania Saturday - Muslim Valmiki
Prayer for Field Team - Friday: Heavenly Father, today we lift up Lakshmi and the leadership teams working diligently in Bangalore, India. They are striving to create clear awareness of the law and guide believers with wisdom. Grant them discernment and insight as they navigate the complexities of legal matters. Provide them with clarity and patience as they teach others to align with both earthly and heavenly principles. May their efforts bring unity and understanding among believers in their community.
According to James 1:5, "But if any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all liberally and without reproach; and it will be given to him." We ask You to generously impart wisdom to Lakshmi and the leadership teams as they seek to fulfill their responsibilities. Let them be wise stewards of Your truth, and may the believers in Bangalore be receptive to their guidance. Equip them to handle challenges with grace and to communicate the law effectively. Enable them to foster a community that reflects Your justice and mercy. In Jesus' name, Amen.
PRAYER FOR THE WORKERS - SATURDAY: Lord God, today we lift up Ravi and his heartfelt prayer for the gatherings of pastors and churches in Delhi, India. May these meetings be filled with Your presence and guided by Your wisdom. As they come together to seek Your direction, let unity and peace prevail. May the discussions and decisions made reflect Your will and bring glory to Your name.
According to Psalm 25:4-5, "Show me your ways, O LORD. Teach me your paths. Guide me in your truth, and teach me, for you are the God of my salvation, I wait for you all day long." We ask You to reveal Your ways to the leaders in Delhi. Teach them the paths You desire them to take and guide them in Your truth. May their hearts be open to Your instruction, and let them find assurance in Your salvation. Lead Ravi and the church leaders to discern the right path with clarity and conviction. May their gatherings bear fruit that reflects Your kingdom. In Jesus' name, Amen.
