Pray with the global church

Lord God, we lift up the church in Nigeria's Middle Belt where fear walks alongside faith and abductions cast shadows on hope. You see each missing clergy member, and Your eyes roam to strengthen those whose hearts are loyal to You. Make a way for the captives to come home, for You are the God who sets prisoners free. Guard the hearts of those who wait, and embolden the church to speak truth and love amidst turmoil. Meet kidnappers as You met Saul on his road, revealing Jesus in power and mercy. Let villages see light breaking through their darkness as You advance Your Kingdom there. To You alone be dominion, justice, and redemption. We ask it in Jesus' name. Amen.