Great Shepherd, we lift up Saqib from northern Nigeria, a nomad who travels with his family and animals across open land and long roads. You saw him when a hungry stranger crossed his path and stayed with them for the night. Saqib’s hospitality opened his heart to this “stranger’s” message of the Good News.
Thank You for guiding this family and watching over every step of their journey. We know that “The Lord is my shepherd; I have all that I need.” (Psalm 23:1) and we pray for Your continued guidance and protection over Saqib’s family today. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.
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I walk the streets of Xining, the capital of Qinghai, knowing this city has always been a bridge. Long ago, when the Silk Road first opened, traders passed through here carrying goods and ideas between East and West. Today, the Qinghai-Tibet railway begins here, connecting us once again to distant lands. Xining is high on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, a place where cultures meet—Han Chinese, Hui Muslims, Tibetans, and many other minorities, each with their own languages, traditions, and stories.
Living here as a follower of Jesus, I see both the beauty and the brokenness. This city reflects China’s great diversity, yet many hearts remain far from knowing the One who created them. Even as more than 100 million in our nation have turned to Christ in recent decades, here in Qinghai, the soil often feels hard. Brothers and sisters face pressure, and the Uyghur and Tibetan peoples especially endure deep trials.
Still, I believe God has written another story for Xining. Just as this city once linked nations through trade, I pray it will now become a gateway for the Good News to flow into Tibet and beyond. Even under the watchful eyes of authorities and the shadow of Xi Jinping’s “One Belt, One Road” ambitions, I cling to the greater vision: that China itself would bow before King Jesus. I long for the day when this land, once marked by wandering and striving, will be washed in the blood of the Lamb and known as a place of His glory.
Pray for bold disciples:
Pray that believers in Xining will be rooted in Jesus, fearless in persecution, and filled with the Spirit to share His love. (Acts 4:31)
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According to Ephesians 4:4–5 we declare, “For there is one body and one Spirit, just as you have been called to one glorious hope for the future.
ReadAccording to Ephesians 4:32, we pray they would “be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.”
ReadAccording to Ephesians 4:32, we pray they would not allow disagreements or misunderstandings to fester, but instead “be kind to each other, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, just as God through Christ has forgiven you.”
ReadAccording to Ephesians 5:17, we ask that they would “don’t act thoughtlessly, but understand what the Lord wants you to do.”
ReadAccording to Ephesians 5:19, we pray they would “sing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs among yourselves, and make music to the Lord in your hearts.”
ReadAccording to Ephesians 6:14, we pray they would “stand your ground, putting on the belt of truth and the body armor of God’s righteousness.”
ReadAccording to Ephesians 6:18, we obey Your command to “pray in the Spirit at all times and on every occasion. Stay alert and be persistent in your prayers for all believers everywhere.”
ReadAs they worship You who grant access to the throne room of heaven, according to Ephesians 3:12 we declare that “because of Christ and our faith in him, we can now come boldly and confidently into God’s presence.”
ReadWe ask that You would make it possible for more face-to-face meetings to occur so that, according to Ephesians 6:10, they would “be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power.”
ReadAccording to Ephesians 6:17, we ask that they would “put on salvation as your helmet, and take the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God.”
ReadFor the earth will be filled with the knowledge of the glory of the Lord as the waters cover the sea.” Hab 2:14
ReadAccording to Ephesians 6:18, we ask that they would “pray in the Spirit at all times and on every occasion,” and keep on praying for all the Lord’s people.
ReadAccording to Ephesians 4:3, we pray they would “make every effort to keep yourselves united in the Spirit, binding yourselves together with peace.”
ReadAccording to Ephesians 6:16, we ask that they would “hold up the shield of faith to stop the fiery arrows of the devil.”
ReadAccording to Your word in Ephesians 1:18, we ask that the eyes of their hearts would be enlightened, giving strength to their eternal calling and inheritance.
ReadAccording to Ephesians 3:20, You promise to do far beyond all that we can ask or imagine, and we pray with them for endurance, provision, and spiritual growth amid pressure.
ReadHeavenly Father, we join with “Yan (燕)” and intercede for the children of house church members near Hefei.
ReadAccording to Ephesians 6:14, we pray for the believers to “stand firm” in righteousness and integrity, unmoved by fear or compromise. Grant them boldness to share Your name and declare You as King.
ReadAccording to Ephesians 6:12, we pray that the next generation of believers would learn to recognize the spiritual nature of their struggle and trust God’s authority over every principality and power of evil.
ReadAccording to Ephesians 1:17, we ask that You grant them spiritual insight, discernment, and clarity to shepherd faithfully.
ReadWuhan. We lift up the families devastated by COVID, persecution, and intimidation.
ReadWe know they are raising up the next generation to worship You, Jesus, and we ask today that according to Ephesians 3:17 they would worship You who dwell in their hearts by faith and faith alone.
ReadWe ask You, Lord, to encourage our brothers and sisters who are imprisoned believers.
ReadEternal Father, we intercede with “Li (力)” for all the underground saints in and around Shanghai who are worshiping You.
ReadWe join them in worship as we pray according to Ephesians 6:18, in the Spirit on all occasions, standing alert and persistent, asking You to guard their hearts, strengthen their faith, and surround them with divine protection.
Read“The Lord of Heaven’s Armies is here among us; the God of Israel is our fortress.”
Read“He will cover you with his feathers. He will shelter you with his wings. His faithful promises are your armor and protection,”
Read“Father to the fatherless, defender of widows—this is God, whose dwelling is holy,”
Read“For you are my hiding place; you protect me from trouble. You surround me with songs of victory.”
ReadPsalm 67:1, “May God be merciful and bless us. May His face smile with favor on us.”
ReadPsalm 66:20: “Praise God, who did not ignore my prayer or withdraw His unfailing love from me.”
ReadPsalm 85:8, “I listen carefully to what God the Lord is saying, for He speaks peace to His faithful people.”
ReadAccording to Your Word in Psalm 56:8: “You keep track of all my sorrows. You have collected all my tears in your bottle. You have recorded each one in your book,”
ReadWe pray Psalm 46:1 over Yakob and his family today: “God is our refuge and strength, always ready to help in times of trouble..."
ReadAccording to John 15:16, You made it very clear: “You didn’t choose me. I chose you. I appointed you to go and produce lasting fruit..."
Read“Anyone who believes in me may come and drink! For the Scriptures declare, ‘Rivers of living water will flow from his heart.’” (John 7:38)
ReadAccording to John 16:33, You declared: “Here on earth you will have many trials and sorrows. But take heart, because I have overcome the world.”
ReadAccording to Your Word in Psalm 10:17, “Lord, You know the hopes of the helpless. Surely You will hear their cries and comfort them.”
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