Thursday 26th March
PRAY FOR IRAN
Christians from Iran and surrounding countries are calling for urgent prayer from their brothers and sisters worldwide.
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Jeremiah 49:34-39
35“Thus says the Lord of hosts: ‘Behold, I will break the bow of Elam, the foremost of their might. 36 Against Elam I will bring the four winds. From the four quarters of heaven, and scatter them toward all those winds; There shall be no nations where the outcasts of Elam will not go. 37 For I will cause Elam to be dismayed before their enemies and before those who seek their life. I will bring disaster upon them, My fierce anger,’ says the Lord; ’And I will send the sword after them Until I have consumed them. 38 I will set My throne in Elam, And will destroy from there the king and the princes,’ says the Lord. 39 ‘But it shall come to pass in the latter days: I will bring back the captives of Elam,’ says the Lord.”
2 Thessalonians 3:1-2
Finally, brethren, pray for us, that the word of the Lord may run swiftly and be glorified, just as it is with you, 2 and that we may be delivered from unreasonable and wicked men; for not all have faith.
2 Peter 3:9
The Lord is not slack concerning His promise, as some count slackness, but is long suffering toward us, not willing that any should perish but that all should come to repentance.
PRAY
For peace, protection and wisdom for the people of Iran and the wider region amid violence and uncertainty
For comfort of families who have lost loved ones, and for the lives of all citizens to be protected
For families facing economic hardship, that the Lord would provide their daily bread
For children who are afraid and confused, that God would be their Comforter and protect their hearts and minds
For those injured, both physically and psychologically, to receive divine healing and emotional restoration
For Christians in these countries to remain vessels of hope, faith and light to their neighbours
For leaders and decision-makers worldwide to act justly and wisely and speak boldly for freedom of religion and belief
For Christian converts in detention, and for all believers held in custody, that they would be protected from any harm and released swiftly
For courage and hope among Iranian Christians, that even in loss and fear, they would know that they’re not forgotten and not alone. Pray that they will rely on God these days.
Pray for protection over Christians in detention, especially in places like Evin Prison and other facilities where conditions are worsening. Ask God to protect them physically, emotionally and spiritually.
Pray for wisdom and courage for believers facing fear, displacement and uncertainty in their daily lives.
Pray for healing for the nation, for an end to violence and for lasting peace.
Pray for the country’s leadership. May God raise just, compassionate leaders and protect the country from further harm and bloodshed, along with the entire Middle East region.
Pray that the light of Christ would shine through the darkness, bringing hope and transformation to Iranian communities.
Source: OPEN DOORS UK