Most of the world's 1.6 billion Muslims observe Ramadan each year.
Pray for Muslims around the world as they celebrate Ramadan March 10 - April 9, 2024.
(tuh-RAHN-toh) - More than half of Toronto's 8 million people were born outside of Canada. It is a sprawling urban city that the world calls home, although many feel alone and isolated. Because of education, business, and refugee status, the world is coming to Toronto. This immigrant population brings over 160 languages with it and an abundance of worldviews and religions, especially Islam, Buddhism, Hinduism, Sikhism, and Judaism. There is great opportunity to share the gospel, but this is a God-sized task. While the evangelical presence in the city is only around 3%, God is moving in wonderful ways. Prayer is of the utmost importance, as prayers can impact the lostness and change hearts! Toronto is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse cities in the world. Please pray for the salvation of all the nations that are in Toronto.
"Learning the local language and culture is paramount when ministering in a new country and culture. Intercede for new members of our team to grasp the Swahili language and have a desire to go deeply as they learn so they will be able to develop long-lasting friendships and have an impact for the gospel in Tanzania. As the Theological Education Team, we need to be able to teach in Swahili as well as write curriculum in that language. Ask God to give this new family the perseverance and patience needed to push forward in their language learning. May He bless their learning and provide them opportunities to share the gospel in Swahili and see fruit from their labors." "After this I looked, and behold, a great multitude that no one could number, from every nation, from all tribes and peoples and languages, standing before the throne and before the Lamb, clothed in white robes, with palm branches in their hands, and crying out with a loud voice, 'Salvation belongs to our God who sits on the throne, and to the Lamb!'" (Revelation 7:9-10 ESV).
Workers write: "Pray that as our team continues to work locally where we live, the Lord will provide South Asian partners who can engage this city alongside of us. Ask Him to lead us to brothers and sisters in Christ in the city who are faithful, available, and have a desire to see the kingdom grow where they live."
(har-ee-YAH-nuh) - Ambala is a large, influential district in the state of Haryana, India. With a Christian population of only 0.2%, the density of lostness is overwhelming, but there is a small church in the area. Please pray that God will give many pastors in this district a burden for the lost around them and a passion to equip the believers to go and share the gospel daily.
"'Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.' (Matthew 28:19-20 ESV). Jesus, may people in East Taiwan believe and put their trust in You, the risen Savior. May churches there know and live in the light of the knowledge that all authority has been given to You. May they actively go and make disciples of all nations. May they teach others to obey everything You have commanded, confident in the knowledge that You are with them always, even to the very end."
Pray for the Shia Muslims of Pakistan as well as people living in the Punjab Plain region, the Saraikistan region, and the city of Lahore to have committed harvest teams soon who will sow gospel seed broadly and train up local believers so that the gospel can be known by every people in every place.
The Tima people of Sudan live in the Nuba Mountains, which lie near the southern border of the country. Members of this small population are subsistence farmers, growing sorghum, millet, okra, onions, and garlic for their family's use. Some enjoy the fruit of mango, guava, and lemon trees. The Tima follow the beliefs of Islam while still practicing some of their animistic traditions. They speak primarily Sudanese Arabic, but many in their population speak only the Tima language. There are no Scripture resources in the Tima language. Some of the Nuba Mountain peoples are followers of Christ. "And you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth" (Acts 1:8 ESV). Pray for these believers to go to their "Samaria," willingly learn the Tima language and share the good news with the Tima people. Pray for the nation of the Tima to rise up and give praise to the Lord, and pray for the church to grow strong among the Tima.
Please pray for a believer who has completed her doctoral studies in music in a Melting City. During the graduation ceremony, her parents, who had previously rejected faith in Christ, were given ears to hear it! They experienced a miraculous event by fully hearing the gospel for the first time and embracing the Lord. This woman is returning to her hometown, which is hostile to the gospel, and will become a university professor. Despite the challenging environment for sharing the gospel, she prays that the profound love of the cross will be manifested through her life, touching the hearts of many university students. Please pray also for her parents, who have now embraced the gospel, to encounter fellow believers who will disciple them so that their growing faith may be nurtured.
In the heart of the Tibetan highlands, the story of the Duan family continues to unfold, echoing the resolute spirit of James Fraser's mission to the Lisu people in the early 1900s. Having overcome the persecution resulting from their first missional journey, the Duan family has responded to God's divine call with unwavering commitment. Supported by the local church and joined by a fellowship of families, they stand on the cusp of embarking on a second journey, reminiscent of Fraser's immersive approach to Lisu culture. The Lisu church, inspired by Fraser's vision of indigenous leadership, views the mission as a collective endeavor. Their journey is not merely about spreading the gospel but living it, immersing themselves in the lives of the Tibetan people. In the vast expanse of the plateau, the Duan family's expedition is a continuation of a timeless narrative—a story of faith, dedication, and the gospel call to share hope with those in distant lands. Pray that the Duan family finds fertile soil to sow the gospel seeds among the Tibetan people.
(DER-bun) - Would you join missionaries in Durban, South Africa, in praying for a mighty outpouring of the Holy Spirit on God's church in such a way as to revive the church and bring an awakening among the millions who are lost? Pray that His Light will dispel the darkness (Isaiah 9:2). Ask that there will be great joy in the city as a radical transformation occurs in every part of the city and every level of society (Acts 8:8).
Worker Gretchen Snow shares about her ministry in Southeast Asia: "I'm excited about connecting with the Deaf community at the university and sharing the love of Jesus with them! I think college students are the perfect group to inspire and lead the next generation of believers. It's all about building relationships, supporting one another, and growing together. I'm eager to get involved and help create a welcoming community that fosters spiritual growth and multiplication." Gretchen asks you to join in praying for her to connect with a person who is motivated to learn about Jesus, one who is able to disciple and teach others on the campus. Pray that the Father will guide Gretchen's steps and give her strength for this process.
Amine grew up in a typical Muslim home in the city. When he was a young adult, he had a dream about a Person wearing bright white clothes. This dream affected him greatly, and he couldn't stop thinking about it. Some time later, he had another dream in which he saw the same Man. He realized that this was Jesus, so he started wearing a cross necklace without knowing much about Him. Amine eventually went to another country for work and met a man wearing a shirt with a cross on it. He quickly showed the man his cross necklace and told him about his dreams. The man explained the things of God to him, and he believed. Amine returned to his city and served as a leader in the local church and was zealous about sharing his faith. A few months ago, he fell into sin and was unrepentant. He's still a part of the local body but is no longer a leader. Pray for Amine to repent of his sin and humbly serve and love others in the local church. Pray for him to grow in his walk with the Lord and fight for unity with others in his life.
(buh-LOHCH) - Beth and Jane, two believing women, decided to prayerwalk in the neighborhood. They remembered that there was a house not too far away where they'd seen a Baluchi woman before. As they approached the house, no one was outside and the gate was closed. Beth said, "Jane, I'll do all the talking, but should we just go ring their doorbell? Worst case, they'll think we're weird." Jane agreed. They prayed and rang the bell. A young boy answered, and Beth asked if his mother was home. He said, "I only speak Baluchi," to which Beth replied, "I know Baluchi." This led to all the women coming out of the house. Beth knew that she needed to explain why she was there. The Holy Spirit opened her mouth and mind to hold a conversation with four women, asking lots of questions until finally they invited them both inside for tea. They talked for a while and then exchanged phone numbers. Pray that God will work in this family's heart. Pray that Beth and Jane can continue to meet with them and that the family will believe and be saved.