Pray Strength for the Persecuted

Reflection

We read that the church came under intense persecution and then scattered. We are distinctly aware today of our brothers and sisters around the world who are persecuted for having faith in Jesus. We pray that they would be strengthened and know that God is with them as they seek to preach the word wherever they find themselves. Let us remember that in the Western world, having faith in Jesus can sometimes be easy but in other areas around the globe it is a challenge. We see here that when Stephen was stoned, the church was persecuted but those who were scattered preached the word wherever they went.

Prayer

Lord, we pray for our brothers and sisters around the globe who are persecuted. May they find strength and peace. We ask that you come and walk closely with those around the world who are being persecuted for the faith. Father, we pray that freedom of religion would increase and that the ability to talk about you would not be diminished. Father, we pray that your word would be preached throughout the globe today.