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WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 2026
“But stay awake at all times, praying that you may have strength to escape all these things that are going to take place, and to stand before the Son of Man.” —Luke 21:36

Prayer

Pray for: Why Christians are racing to translate Scripture before Iran’s political future changes

About the dispatch

Transform Iran·November 4, 2026

Transform Iran continues to pioneer innovative solutions that accelerate the advance of the gospel across Iran while maximizing the impact of every dollar invested. In a new Mission Network News interview, CEO Lana Silk shares how AI-powered Bible translation is dramatically…

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Pray with the global church

Living God, we lift up the people of Iran as the gospel is translated and shared through new technology. Let Your word, sharper than any two-edged sword, penetrate hearts and reveal the depth of Your love in this land. Raise up voices that boldly proclaim Jesus in every language spoken across Iran. Guard the translators and ministries working to spread the Word, and embolden believers to stand firm in faith amidst uncertainty. We ask that even those who oppose Your name would encounter Christ as Saul did on the road to Damascus, turned into witnesses of grace. Pour out Your Spirit on Iran, that lives be transformed by truth. To You be honor and glory forever through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Anchored in

Hebrews 4:12

also: Acts 9:3