Pray →Redeemer, we lift up Pastor Rakesh and the believers of his community as they face false charges and intimidation for refusing to partake in a Hindu ritual. You are the one who brings light into darkness and truth into deceit. Uphold Pastor Rakesh with Your strength, letting him not be moved by fear or false accusations. Silence the voices that seek to manipulate and bring these falsehoods to light for all to see. Reveal Jesus to the accusers, officials, and onlookers who witness this injustice, that they may encounter the truth that sets free. Let the Gospel advance boldly in this region, opening eyes to Your saving power. For You alone are our refuge and shield; in You we place our trust, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Pray →Everlasting God, we bring before You the work of Diallo Haruna, steadfast in his mission to translate Your Word despite deep personal loss. Strengthen him with all might according to Your glorious power, that he may endure with patience and joy in the face of adversity. Let Your light shine through his efforts in Chad, so that many among the Fulani people may come to know the truth and freedom found in Jesus. Be a refuge for his family amidst their trial and draw their hearts towards Your peace. Encounter those who oppose him with the same transforming grace that met Saul on his road. We trust in Your promise that Your Word will not return void but accomplish all for which You sent it. Through Christ our Savior, Amen.

Pray →Living God, we come before You for the townships of Wedela and Lwandle in South Africa, where many have been cut down by violence. Your eyes see the grief of families and communities, the fear that has spread like a shadow over these places. Rise as a stronghold for the people, binding up the brokenhearted and granting hope where despair seems overwhelming. Bring peace to those who have known only unrest, quieting hearts filled with anger and vengeance. May Jesus be revealed to every soul impacted by these tragedies, from grieving families to those who walk in darkness. Let justice roll down like waters upon these lands. In Jesus’ name we lift this prayer, trusting in Your unfailing love. Amen.