PAUSE & PRAY

GUIDED REFLECTION

Think of someone: 

• who is persecuted or shunned for their belief in Jesus

• who is the only Christian in his/her family or community

• who is forced to practice their faith secretly at the risk of being discovered and persecuted

GUIDED PRAYER

Dear Lord,

We remember our brothers and sisters in Christ who are persecuted because of their faith in You. May You continue to strengthen them and may they still be joyful despite the hardships. We pray for those who have been imprisoned that You will comfort them – that even in prison, they would know and experience your presence and love. Protect those who continue to meet and share the gospel despite the risks. 

Thank you that we can practice our faith freely here in the Philippines! May we not take this freedom for granted but instead use it to be passionate about sharing the gospel.

In Jesus’ Name, Amen.  

GUIDED REFLECTION

Think of someone or some groups: 

• who continues to reject the gospel

• who has not yet heard the message of the gospel of Jesus

• who practice a different religion and are oblivious to Christianity

GUIDED PRAYER

Dear Lord,

We pray for countries where Christians are a minority — that Jesus will open the hearts and minds of their people. May You soften the hearts of those who continue to reject the gospel. May You allow them to experience You supernaturally.

We pray for the gospel to be communicated and made relevant in communities where atheism and agnosticism are high. We also pray for members of cults — that You will open their hearts and minds with the truth.

May you inspire us to find opportunities to reach out to unbelievers in our communities. Help us, Lord!

In Jesus’ Name, Amen.

GUIDED REFLECTION

Think of someone: 

• who left their home in order to share the gospel to other people

• who is reaching out to his/her own people with the good news of Jesus

Reflect on yourself:

• Do you consider yourself to be a missionary? 

• Are you ready to share the gospel in word and deed where God has placed you? 

GUIDED PRAYER

Dear Lord,

We lift to You the missionaries among us! Protect and guide them as some risk their lives to bring the message of Jesus to places where Christianity is prohibited.

We remember those who are reaching out to their people groups with the good news. May they remain faithful even amid challenges and difficulties.

We ask that you provide for them and their families' needs. May we remember them always and support them in any way we can. 

In Jesus’ Name, Amen.