Dear prayer partner,
Iglesia. Kanisa. Gereja. Kirche. Church. Millions of believers worship across every country in the world. Whether we meet outside, in a basement or in a large sanctuary, believers gather in churches each week to praise the Lord and fellowship.
And wherever they’re located, churches face unique challenges. Many churches struggle to care for members in poverty. Pastors might not have the resources to fully learn about God’s word. On top of these difficulties, many churches face persecution and opposition from their communities or governments.
In September, we’re in prayer for the global Church. Our brothers and sisters worldwide are striving to live out their faith in their workplaces, homes and neighborhoods just like we are, so we’re praying for God to strengthen them.
This month, we pray for believers struggling to make ends meet as they seek to be faithful where God has called them. We pray for pastors facing poverty, resistance, fear and so many other challenges in their communities. We also pray for Christ-followers who are facing persecution for their beliefs, who are in danger every day for the sake of the gospel.
Join me in lifting up our fellow believers to our Father in heaven. We’re all part of the same body – pray that members in every country will continue to grow and build each other up in love. That we would be the unified Church God has called us to be, sharing his light, no matter the cost.