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Dispatches for the persecuted church

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2026
“The end of the world is coming soon. Therefore, be earnest and disciplined in your prayers.” —1 Peter 4:7

Prayer

Pray for: After a year in detention, Chinese pastor urges fellow Christians to persevere

About the dispatch

ChinaAid·November 1, 2026

GUANGXI, CHINA — Oct. 30, 2026 — After more than a year in detention in southern China, Beijing Zion Church Pastor Wang Lin is urging fellow Christians to persevere, describing their shared suffering as a sign of belonging to one body in Christ. In an Oct.

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Pray with the global church

Most High God, we lift up Pastor Wang Lin and the believers in Guangxi, who endure for the name of Jesus in the midst of opposition. Establish them in perseverance as one body in Christ. Strengthen their resolve with Your might, that they may stand firm, armored with the truth of Your Word. In their suffering, reveal Jesus to those who oppose them. Let hearts be softened and eyes opened to the light of the gospel. Sustain these believers in their weakness by Your grace and embolden them to proclaim Your Word with power. For You are a faithful high priest who knows our struggles and grants mercy in our time of need. In Your hands we rest our hope, trusting You will uphold Your church in China through every trial. Amen.

Anchored in

Hebrews 4:14-16

also: Ephesians 6:10