Pray →Lord of Hosts, we bring before You the situation in Washington, where a pastor was arrested for praying outside the Chinese Embassy. You see each heart and know the cries of those who stand for truth. Guard this pastor and embolden him to continue standing firm, confident that blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness' sake. Let Your justice roll down like waters and righteousness like a mighty stream over all powers that oppose Your truth. Reveal Jesus to officials and onlookers who witness these acts, that they might come to know the One who sets captives free. Strengthen Your Church to stand united, unafraid of opposition, reflecting Your love and steadfastness. We trust in Your might and mercy through Christ our Lord. Amen.

Pray →Holy One, we lift up the village in Punjab where fear has driven Christian families from their homes. Flames consumed the home and livelihood of a father accused of blasphemy, leaving destruction and fear in their wake. But You are a refuge to the oppressed, a stronghold in times of trouble. Guard these families as they seek safety, and let Your peace touch places shattered by violence. Reveal Jesus to those who are blinded by anger and hatred, transforming hearts as You turned Saul's. Strengthen Your church to stand firm in the face of persecution, and let their witness shine bright amidst darkness. Your kingdom cannot be shaken, and we trust that You will sustain them until justice rolls on like a river. In the name of Jesus our Savior, Amen.