40 Days of Prayer - Day 6

Day 6 – Corruption

So that you might live in a manner worthy of the Lord and be fully pleasing to him as you bear fruit while doing all kinds of good things and growing in the full knowledge of God. You are being strengthened with all power according to his glorious might, so that you might patiently endure everything with joy.  – Colossians 1:10-11

Many of the government systems in countries across Africa are susceptible to corruption, causing the most vulnerable to face an even greater level of vulnerability and desperation. Pray for the church to defend the most vulnerable, and pray for Godly people in places of influence to speak on their behalf.  Ask God to protect and bring hope to people who are victims of injustice and oppression. 

40 Days of Prayer - Day 5

For I know the plans I have for you declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, to give you a future and a hope. Jeremiah 29:11

Many young children in Zambia are left with the responsibility of caring for their younger siblings when their parents pass away or leave to find work. Ask God to speak into their lives, bringing them a sense of hope and encouragement. Pray for the surrounding community and the local church to stand up to support and bring encouragement to these children.  

40 Days of Prayer - First Sunday

On Sundays, we pause to anticipate the coming of Easter Sunday and the resurrection of Jesus Christ.

“Listen,” he said, “we are going up to Jerusalem, where the Son of Man will be betrayed by the leading priests and the teachers of religious law. They will sentence him to die and hand him over to the Romans. They will mock him, spit on him, flog him with a whip and kill him, but after three days he will rise again.” – Mark 10:33-34

40 Days of Prayer - Day 4

Day 4 – Early Childhood Marriage

 In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven. - Matthew 5:16

Many young girls are extremely vulnerable and susceptible to being given up for marriage as early as age 12. This reality is not only due to cultural practices but occurs when families are financially desperate. Pray for Godly men and woman to courageously speak on behalf of these young girls who are vulnerable. Ask God to give these men and women the wisdom and guidance needed to effectively care for and support the needs of the young girls who are traumatized and living in fear. 

40 Days of Prayer - Day 3

Day 3 – Clean and Accessible Water

The afflicted and needy are seeking water, but there is none, and their tongue is parched with thirst; I, the Lord, will answer them Myself, as the God of Israel I will not forsake them. – Isaiah 41:17

In Mozambique, access to clean and safe drinking water is limited. Pray for fresh and clean water sources to become available in communities where clean water is scarce. As people walk to fetch water, ask God to give safety and energy as they walk a long distance for this basic necessity. The afflicted and needy are seeking water, but there is none, and their tongue is parched with thirst; I, the Lord, will answer them Myself, as the God of Israel I will not forsake them. – Isaiah 41:17