Prayer Points 13 Oct 2024
Our Church
Antioch Summit – We thank God that over 850 participants came for this Summit from 3-5 Oct. Through times of worship, prayer, facilitated reflection and discussions, individuals from over 120 churches came together to listen and discern God’s will for them in the nations. The harvest is indeed plentiful but the labourers few, so let’s pray to the Lord of the harvest to send more workers there. Pray for the 30 Zion Bishan members who came to this Antioch Summit that God will continue to inspire and lead them to the harvest. May God grant us wisdom also to know how best to serve the harvest.
Our People
Radha Thomas (Zion’s 1st Missionary, now resides in the UK) was hospitalised two weeks ago and underwent an emergency operation to unblock a bowl obstruction due to adhesion. Please pray for her recovery as the progress has been slow – no intake of food and drinks thus far still. Pray that her inner being be strengthened daily as she entrusts her life and health to the Lord. Uphold Chacko in prayer as he balances his time and energy between ongoing ministry and hospital visits, pray for God’s peace to rule in his heart and mind during this challenging time.
Our World
India – Our partner in northeast India requests prayers for their annual children camp this week, that the children will grow in their faith and love for God. In the month of Nov, the same partner is preparing for a number of youth baptisms. Pray for the youths that are preparing to take this step of faith. Additionally, pray for God to provide for the livelihood of local believers, especially those who are facing challenges due to closures of tea plantations in their area.
Israel – Last Monday, 7 Oct, was the one-year anniversary of the Hamas attack on Israel and the ongoing strife that has engulfed the whole region. One year on, the site of the attack at the Nova Music Festival, which saw 1,200 people killed and 250 others kidnapped (CNN, 8 Oct 2024), which is in a remote location a few miles from the Gaza perimeter has been turned into a memorial. May the Lord lay His healing hand on all who have suffered trauma and grief in the attack and all the ensuing conflicts. May His love and mercy abound in this nation
