Pray for our team of Media evangelism. We are recording two series of short movies to explain “Who is Jesus?” according to the Words of Jesus. We are focusing on 8 “I AM” statements Jesus said.
This material will be used in discipleship and be sent out though social media and uploaded on the projectors to do evangelism with Jesus Film Program. Pray for new ideas of material and resources in Bara language to be used for evangelism and discipleship.
The Hope film in Somali
Finally, after delays and some challenges in starting to film this ‘Creation to Christ’ story (sttn.org – school to the nations), dates have now been fixed. Pray that all S* actors will be available on the dates selected. And that the whole program will run smoothly. This includes transport, accommodation, food, proper working of the production equipment, constant supply of power/electricity, etc …
Need leaders
The church has been growing in number and in depth of understanding God’s Word. With only a few people who are able to read, most of the Bible studies and Sunday morning prayers are led by our team. We are praying for the Lord to raise up leaders who are surrendered to Christ and willing and competent to lead others to know and follow God too.
People of Truth and Integrity
This year we are rallying prayer for the unreached of Algeria.
Mozabite Amazigh
Population: 150,000-300,000
Language: Mozabite, Algerian Arabic
Religion: Ibadi Islam, Judaism (There is a small population of Mozabite Jews.)
Ibadi means “People of Truth and Integrity” “Ibadi (الإباضية) is a distinct branch of Islam that emphasizes simplicity in worship, community justice, and moderation. It originated in the 7th century and is known for its peaceful interpretation of Islamic teachings.
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Pray for the People of Truth and Integrity to come to know Jesus who is the Way, the Truth, and the Life.
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Pray for the Holy Spirit to bring revelation of Christ among their imams (prayer and teaching leaders) and in their mosque congregations.
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Pray for those who long to know God and are trying to be people of true integrity in the inner self. Ask the Lord to show them that the way to what they long for is through His Son. Ask God to teach them wisdom deep within. Pray that they will discover the Messiah whose blood has made them clean.
New fellowship group
We praise God for the new fellowship group that has started in one of the neighborhoods here. The M family is now hosting a Monday meeting for Swahili speakers and islanders. We pray that this fellowship will encourage people to share the reason for their hope, that many more islanders will be drawn to this fellowship, and that many people will be saved.
10%
Pray for 10% of the Karana to come to faith in Madagascar by 2035 (2,000 -2,500 people). Pray the Lord will raise up believers who have a vision of reaching the Karana.
Keep praying for Ruth and Faye
Sadly, Ruth, who had apparently believed maybe 2 years ago, is going to her fields daily, so we have no contact. The faith of her sister Faye seems cold. Pray for these ladies.
Fully obedient
Pray for more good leadership to come up among the Toposa church planters- those that are fully obedient to the call and see that all the Toposa community can be brought to Christ and all can experience God’s love and blessings.
Eyes to be opened to God’s work
We will be hosting 30 African pastors from 9 different African countries, and pastors from the USA and Brazil. They are coming to our vineyard on a day visit for a prayer walk and interaction with the local Somalis. Pray for God to answer their prayers and for miracles to happen and for the people’s hearts to be opened to know the Truth. May the seeds of the Word that they plant last and give growth and may eyes be opened to God’s work.
Keep praying
Keep praying for the believers held in prison for their faith. Ask the Lord to sustain their faith and hope, give them opportunities to share their faith, be with their families. And for their release!
Playground project
Pray for the big playground project happening this week in one of the villages!! The missionaries are working together with the local elementary school to build a playground for the students. Lots of helpers are coming and lots of logistics need to come together. Pray that this project would help the community see God’s light and love!
Baptism
Two new Believers want to get baptized! I’ve met with them a few times to ask about their faith in Jesus, explain what baptism means, and help them to prepare for this coming Sunday when they’ll get baptized. Please pray for these two ladies, Kiote and Kadong, that they will serve the Lord with their lives and that their faith will be a vibrant testimony to their families, friends and neighbors.
Training center progress
We continue to make good progress on the training center. Please pray we can finish what’s needed to be able to host the Matumbi New Testament dedication early November. Pray that in the construction process more would come to Christ.
Marriage healed
Pray for ‘Ma Rhoda’ (aka ‘Sarah’), a mature local believer on the plateau. A friend of hers found healing in her marriage after Ma Rhoda prayed for them, and now she and 4 friends will start studying with Ma Rhoda! Pray for a regular time to meet and wisdom in organisation.
Renounce
Please continue to pray for Mama S and Baba H that they would come to the place of seeing clearly and being willing to renounce the inherited demonic powers in them. May the Lord deliver them and bring them into the kingdom of His dear Son.
Draw many to His kingdom
Security is always a concern in our area, we praise the Lord for a safe and blessed week with our oldest son’s family, visiting and reconnecting, and having wonderful opportunities to share of God’s love and light with old friends and new! It’s been an especially wonderful week with the three grandchildren introduced to the community for the first time – the oldest boy is Raço’s namesake, and the girl is mine- Godantu! With a sweet middle boy too! May God use every interaction we’ve had to draw O into his kingdom!
Demonstrate God’s love
Diaspora in Ontario: Pray for our Christian Somali friends, especially young adults, to find Christian partners. Pray for parents and grandparents to demonstrate God’s love, grace, and forgiveness to those in their families making mistakes. Pray for those suffering from mental illness to find healing, and for all of us to find the peace of God that passes all understanding as God guards our hearts and minds in Christ Jesus.
Another outreach
We are hitting the road again to 2 more villages with the Outreach team and Jesus film. The villages are called Duka Moja, and Kingombe. We will be out there from this Monday (15th) until Sunday afternoon. Pray for power over darkness, the presence of the Holy Spirit, and unity among the team as we seek to share Christ. Ask the Lord to open many hearts this week and build His church in these villages.
A new believer from Mali
A student from Mali is studying in Nairobi and gave her life to Jesus. Her family back home have disowned her after hearing about her transformed life. Pray that a friend she was referred to will be able to build lasting friendship and disciple her to be rooted in Christ and His Word. Pray for provision for all she needs especially resources to continue studying/working. Pray for her family at home to know Jesus and to be reunited with her.
Discovering religion again
Diaspora in Minnesota: Pray for Abdi’ and his wife as he seeks the truth of God and is discovering religion again.
Responding to the gospel
Diaspora in Georgia:
- Praise the Lord for numerous contacts with international women in my neighborhood. Pray that the Lord will open a way to meet with them for Bible study. Pray for their salvation.
- Praise the Lord for another year of opportunities to share the gospel of John with ESL students. Pray that each of this year’s students will place their faith in the Lord Jesus for salvation.
- Praise the Lord that several women have responded to the gospel in the last few months. Pray for those who turn to Christ to also be ready to come to church. Sometimes they are not ready for that.
Studying and watching
Pray for A, who is studying the Bible with a teammate. Pray for the gift of faith as he reads the book of John.
Pray for O, who has been watching the Jesus film with a teammate. Pray for him to be convicted of his sin, to see the difference in the gospel and the message of Islam.
Conversation cafes
Diaspora in Michigan: Pray for the start of our conversation cafés. One is focusing on Arabs and one on Afghans. Many sound interested in attending. Ask the Lord to make the hearts of those who come hungry for the Bible.
Figuig Amazigh
Most Figuig Amazigh are Sunni Muslims but maintain pre-Islamic cultural and ritual traditions. They have a limited understanding of orthodox Islamic practices, often incorporating Koranic verses into protective amulets. The concept of baraka (holiness) is significant, with marabouts (Muslim holy men) and shurifa (descendants of the Prophet Muhammad) holding respected roles in the community.
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Pray for open doors for gospel workers to go to the Figuig and declare the good news of the Messiah.
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Pray for open doors through linguistics and translation for the Figuig people. Pray for the Old and New Testaments to be completed in the Figuig language.
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Pray that the Figuig- “the people of noble origin” will discover the Truth about themselves, that they were created in God’s image and His Son Jesus has sealed with His blood the noble identity of every Figuig who will trust in Him.
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Pray that God will send the Figuig dreams of Jesus, inviting them to the water of life that will never run dry.
Partners
Please pray for all our partners in the Coworkers Project. They are local pastors that have been trained and equipped and some are financially supported. Pray for boldness, a passionate heart for missions and for the local people they reach, and for God to provide for their needs.They are: Pr. Erick, Pr. Tomoeira, Pr. Joro, Pr. Fabrice, Pr. Tafita, Pr. Soja, Pr. Mandimby, Pr. Rakoto, Pr. Menja and Pr. Haza.
Soccer
Diaspora in Oregon: Soccer season starts soon. Pray for deepening relationships with the boys on my team and opportunities to share outside of soccer.
New sister!
Diaspora in Washington DC: Praise God for a NEW SISTER in CHRIST! She’s so eager to read and understand God’s word and we praise God for her eager heart. May He continue to feed her hunger for Him and continue to grow her heart. Today we heard a brother from her country share in an Al Massira episode. She was so overjoyed to realize there really are other believers from her country and she isn’t alone.
Needing follow-up
Pray for follow-up from the medical outreach that happened at the end of June. At the beginning of July, the local body divided up the villages where the medical team was and said they would follow-up with islanders who were interested in hearing more. It sounds like no follow-up has been done yet. Pray for wisdom in how to help this happen. Pray for those who were interested to keep seeking Truth and may the Holy Spirit continue to draw them to Jesus.
Outreaches
Diaspora in Germany: We praise the Lord for the camp gathering of 30 people from three different cities with brother Mo. We are thankful that two people were baptized and that two outreach programs took place.
Pray for the planning of our collaboration program, as we are considering having one outreach together with our ministry, All Nations, and Mo’s ministry in September.
Pray for us as we prepare to do an outreach here.
Growth and provision
Pray for the body of believers – for spiritual growth and a heart to share the gospel.
Pray for families that are struggling economically – that the Lord will open doors for them for good jobs.
International welcome meal
Diaspora in France: Pray for two Hindu students that they continue to come to our house church and to understand and accept the Gospel.
Pray for a large welcome meal for international students that we are organizing on September 27. Pray that God will bring many students, that many volunteers will be able to help, and that God’s presence will be felt by everyone.
Engage God’s Word
Pray that our students’ hearts and minds will be open as they engage with God’s Word.
Men gathering
We are thankful that a new men’s gathering has started in the capital. Pray that these new gatherings would be the beginning of real fellowship, trust, and unity among the island brothers. Pray for this study of repentance to bring about true and deep repentance in our hearts and that Spirit- led repentance would break forth among us. Pray that this might also inspire men to be more bold in their sharing and equipped for sharing with others the things they are learning. Pray for those who didn’t come this past month to come this month, and for the others to return. Pray for the opportunity to invite others into this men’s fellowship.
O God have mercy!
Pray for Sharon, a local sister, who is under threats of going to prison because of her faith. Pray for courage and wisdom and mercy.
Pray for Cush, a local brother who has strayed away from the faith. He is currently threatening to expose the workers and our local brethren to the authorities. Pray that God will silence his voice, the he will repent from this evil and turn back to God, and that God uses all this for His glory.
Moved back home
Diaspora in California: Pray for Sam (from India) who is a struggling young believer. He moved back home to live with his Hindu family but God has opened ways for him to attend church and to share God’s word with his family. Pray for his family to become followers of Jesus!
A former Sheikh
A former Sheikh has become a believer! He is well known. Pray for protection over his life, for a new home with good and loving friends, for discipleship and for God to guard his heart. We pray that this victory will draw more of his former friends and associates to God’s Kingdom.
Youth camps (Dec)
Pray for divine wisdom and guidance as we prepare for December youth camps. Pray that there will be no barriers to hinder young people from M community to attend the camp. Pray that campers will encounter Christ.
Classes starting
Diaspora in Wales: Pray for the restart of Women’s English and Sewing classes the week of Sept 15th and that God will bring us women who are spiritually open.
Meeting
Pray for the local body. There is a small group that has been meeting every Sunday at Rachel’s, our island sister, for the last several weeks. There are 3 regulars and a few that come every now and then. Pray the Lord would meet with them and encourage them. Pray for wisdom from the Spirit about how we can best encourage and exhort them.
Cries at night
Diaspora in England: Pray for a Smli woman from our English class who says that she cries at night because she’s scared of going to hell and she has no way of knowing where she’s going after she dies. She’s heard how different this is for Christians and how we have assurance of salvation. May she reflect more on this difference and be curious to find out more, and decide to put her trust in Jesus.
