Prayer Points 19 September 2021
Our Church
Going Endemic – As we get used to a freely circulating virus, we want to make every effort to continue to meet safely. All our staff, as well as some of our key serving personnel, will be undergoing weekly ART testing. We know many members will be doing the same at their workplaces. Let us also pray that the Lord will move us to minister to one another, and to our friends and neighbours, in the midst of much anxiety.
Christianity Explored – Thank God for the 12 seekers who have completed the course. Do pray for the friends who have brought them to continue following up with them as each participant continues exploring the gospel.
Safe Sound Sleeping Place (S3P) for Women – A sixth lady has joined S3P this week. Please continue to pray for the team caring for these ladies and thank God for His providence to use our church to shelter and help those in need.
Tamil Service Dormitory Food Distribution – A dinner distribution will be carried out this evening. Pray for God’s grace to be with Ps Ebi and our Tamil Service representatives.
Our World
Foreign Missions Budget 2022 – Pray for the FMC (Foreign Missions Committee) as they meet to discuss our support for the work of the gospel in 9 areas worldwide, and also the individuals sent out. We are thankful that God has guided our church to work with like-minded partners and individuals to share His love and light to a dark world until it is filled with His glory. Pray for wisdom and diligence for the 9 committee members as they seek God and direct our church’s work and resources appropriately.
India – Our partner gave an encouraging update on Bro B. He has adjusted well back into his ministry at his village after recovering from his amputation. He now stays very close to his late-wife’s sister’s family who have taken care of his daughter since his accident. Bro B also shared his testimony at his 2 churches: “When the bus hit me, I fell down, and S (his daughter) too. However, nothing happened to her. It took a while. I prayed to God to help me to make a phone call so that someone will come and take care of S. Then I made the phone call”. Let us thank God for His mercies and continue to pray for Bro B and his ministry.
Lebanon – BBC described Lebanon as “A country plunged into darkness” (10 Sep). It is desperately short of fuel. Some are experiencing power cuts of 20 hours a day. Hospitals have cut back essential services and motorists queue for hours to fill their tanks. Our partner writes: “We need your prayers, encouragement and support now more than ever. The need is enormous, we need prayers for continuous unity and help”. Pray for God’s mercy for this country that is mired in economic, food and fuel crises. May Christ’s light shine forth through believers during these dark times.
