Reflections from the Pews with June Davis

With persecution of Christians at its worst since the early Church, Christians around the world need our prayers more than ever.

Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are you when people insult you, persecute you and falsely say all kinds of evil against you because of me. Rejoice and be glad, because great is your reward in heaven. For in the same way they persecuted the prophets which were before you.

                                                                                                    Matthew 5: 10 – 12

In countries such as China, Nigeria and North Korea persecution and oppression is some of the most intense in the world. However, the Church continues to grow. In China Christians almost outnumber the Communist party. Pray that the Church may continue to grow in these places. We know prayer is powerful and God hears our prayers, and we can lift people in prayer even if we don't know their names for God knows who they are and what they need

"My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness". Therefore, l will boast all the more gladly of my weakness, so that the power of Christ may rest upon me.

                                                                                                  2 Corinthians 12 : 9

Prayer for the persecuted

Almighty God

You are our defender and shield against evil and oppression we beg your divine protection upon all your children who face persecution and violence for the sake of your name may Christians around the world unite in their struggles with the cross of Christ whenever they are faced with mockery, injustice, exile or bodily harm. God of mercy and justice Father, son and holy spirit, we place our trust in you.

Amen.

Anyone wishing to support our brothers and sisters in Christ by prayer or donation. If you Google Open Doors it will show you can help.

If you wish to support Indian Christians, Google Mission to India, believe you me what these people go through will bring tears to your eyes. It certainly does to mine. Such Faith and strength. I pray that we too maybe able to make our stand and tell others of our Lords love for them.