Prayer Points

CHILDREN AT CHRISTMAS - Today marks the first hand-in of the Arise Africa petition to governments and organisations worldwide. Pray that God would use this petition to move leaders to action and prayer.

CHILDREN AT CHRISTMAS - Pray that families in sub-Saharan Africa who are grieving the loss of loved ones martyred for their faith will know God’s promise this Christmas that He is “near to the broken-hearted” (Psalm 34:18) today and always.

CHILDREN AT CHRISTMAS - You might remember Daniela from Colombia. Seven years ago, her father was killed for his faith. Praise God! She continues to serve in ministry and “wants to know the Lord more,” she says.

CHILDREN AT CHRISTMAS - Ask God to protect Christian families who are from Muslim backgrounds in the Southern Philippines this Christmas. Many cannot celebrate openly because of family pressure.

CHILDREN AT CHRISTMAS - Pray with Bangladeshi children Arko*, Antu*, Samay* and Sagor*, whom their classmates reject. They live in Christian families in a Hindu-majority area of northern Bangladesh. Pray that God would protect their hearts as they face rejection.

CHILDREN AT CHRISTMAS - Step into the lives of Echrak and her 8-year-old son Jamil today. When Echrak trusted Jesus, her husband, a devout Muslim, divorced her. Where they live in North Africa, they must celebrate Christmas privately. Ask God…

CHILDREN AT CHRISTMAS - Pray with young Zhenyah* in Central Asia. She shared her gratitude for her Christmas gifts and a specific request: “I want to say to the people, thank you. Pray for me, that I will get good…

CHILDREN AT CHRISTMAS - Pray with Open Doors local partners in Central Asia, who collectively distribute Christmas gifts to more than 12 000 children. Pray their ministry would bear abundant fruit.

CHILDREN AT CHRISTMAS - Pray that Syrians can celebrate Jesus’ birth in peace. Pray for meaningful moments and that the Christmas season would strengthen Christians in their faith.

CHILDREN AT CHRISTMAS - Pray that this Christmas, the message of Jesus coming to this world will awaken the hearts of many non-Christians in Syria.