Pray for the Persecuted Churches

Father,
We praise you for every blessing. You are the great Creator of heaven and earth, and all of creation bows to your name and your will. We worship you as our Father, and our God. We pray, according to the riches of your glory, that you would strengthen your church, especially those who are facing persecution today. We pray that your Spirit would bring power and perseverance to your people as we dwell in your presence, day by day and moment by moment. As your word said no gate of hell shall prevail against the church. We are confident that Your word will be established in every country of this world.

We pray, Father, that being rooted in our faith and love for your son, Jesus, that your church will be strengthened to comprehend the immeasurable love you have demonstrated through the gift of Jesus Christ, that we would be filled with the fullness of God - the fullness that enables us to transcend human understanding and submit ourselves to your perfect will.

Father, we pray for those who stand in the face of opposition today. We pray for their protection, and we also pray that their words, appearance, and actions will radiate the love of Christ to their oppressors. And that their faith will bring honor and glory to your name.

We acknowledge your power and wisdom, Father, and we pray for courage and understanding in the name of your son, Jesus Christ.

Amen.

Prayer Points for the Persecuted Church
How can you continue to pray for the persecuted church today? Here are some suggestions:

• Pray for their protection
• Pray for those who are in prison
• Pray for those who are experiencing personal persecution
• Pray for those who have lost their church buildings, homes, or businesses
• Pray for those who have lost their loved ones
• Pray for those who are suffering alone
• Pray scriptures for the church (Acts 16:25, 2 Corinthians 12:9, Matthew 10:16-18, 1 Peter 4:12-14 and many others).