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Dispatches for the persecuted church

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 2026
The end of the world is coming soon. Therefore, be earnest and disciplined in your prayers. 1 Peter 4:7

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Pray →Most High God, we bring before You the people of Benue State, where violence and sorrow have torn into the fabric of communities. Eleven lives lost cry out for comfort and justice. You know each name and story. Strengthen the grieving families who now carry this burden, and let Your peace flow like a river across Nigeria’s Middle Belt. Reveal Jesus to those who walk in darkness, that hearts may turn from violence to peace. Let the light of Christ shine on officials and leaders who hold power to change things. Guard the believers standing firm in their faith amidst danger. Your kingdom come, Lord. In the name of Jesus, whose peace surpasses understanding, Amen.

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Pray →God of All Comfort, we bring before You the family in Faisalabad facing this grievous trial. Be near to them as their refuge and strong tower when fear and pressure press hard against them. Guard their hearts with Your peace that surpasses understanding, even as they seek justice amid threats to compromise. Let truth emerge clearly, shining like the morning sun driving away every shadow of doubt and fear. Reveal Jesus to those who perpetuate violence, opening blinded eyes to His mercy and righteousness. Empower the community around this family to stand in solidarity, not turning away but offering strength and support. To You who hears our cries and delivers us from distress be all glory forever. Amen.

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Pray →Living God, we lift up Kyaw Tun Aung as he faces conscription in Myanmar despite being a young Christian minister. You see him, and You are his refuge and strength even in this trial. Strengthen his faith that, though he walks through the valley of shadows, Your rod and Your staff will comfort him. Guard his heart against fear and sustain him with peace that surpasses understanding. Open the eyes of those who enforce such laws to see the light of Christ in Kyaw's life. Let his testimony reveal Jesus to fellow soldiers and officers alike. We trust You to work all things for good, standing on Your promises that cannot fail. For Your glory in Christ, Amen.

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Pray →Shepherd, we bring before You the distress of Sagar Masih's family in Sheikhupura. As they seek the return of their son, sustain them with Your peace that passes all understanding. Guard Sagar with Your presence, and lead him beside still waters even in this turmoil. Reveal Jesus to those who have influenced his conversion and speak truth into their hearts. Break through the barriers and let Your light shine in places of hidden agendas. Uphold Sagar's family with hope and let justice roll like a river in their land. You are the God who restores what is lost; we trust You for Sagar's return. For Your name's sake, draw near and act. Amen.

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