Ramadan Prayer CALENDAR From Visions to Faith – 30 Days of Prayer for the Muslim World.

Ramadan Prayer CALENDAR
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From Visions to Faith – 30 Days of Prayer for the Muslim World
August/September 2009
Aug 21 | Saudi Arabia (21
Pray for our brothers and sisters in Saudi Arabia in their isolation from other Christians. Pray that Christian literature in Arabic will become available to the secret believers. Pray for protection against honor killing when Muslim relatives learn of a conversion to Christianity. )
“In my alarm I said, ‘I am cut off from your sight!’ Yet you heard my cry for mercy when I called to you for help.” (Psalm 31:22)
Aug 22 | Iran (3)
Pray for believers in Iran in the wake of tensions following the presidential election. Pray for the impact of Christian communications through satellite television and the internet.
"The Spirit of the Lord is on me, because he has anointed me to preach good news to the poor. He has sent me to proclaim freedom for the prisoners and recovery of sight for the blind.” (Luke 4:18)
Aug 23 | Afghanistan (4)
Pray for the strength of secret believers in Afghanistan as pressure from the Taliban has increased. And pray for encouragement in their faith in the midst of isolation from other believers as there is no visible church in this Islamic republic.
“But Christ is faithful as a son over God's house. And we are his house, if we hold on to our courage and the hope of which we boast.” (Hebrews 3:6)
Aug 24 | Somalia (5)
The fighting between Somali Islamic militias and Ethiopian forces reportedly led to an increase in hostility towards Christians. Pray for strength and protection for Christians there, and for peace in this country.
“You will keep in perfect peace him whose mind is steadfast, because he trusts in you.” (Isaiah 26:3)
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Aug 25 | Maldives (6)
Pray for the small number of indigenous believers who live out their faith in complete secrecy.
Pray that God would reveal himself in miraculous ways in the Maldives and establish His
church on these islands.
“Now to him who is able to establish you by my gospel and the proclamation of Jesus Christ, according to the revelation of the mystery hidden for long ages past….” (Romans 16:25)
Aug 26 | Yemen (7)
Many new believers who have left Islam for Christ face the death penalty if they are discovered.
Pray these believers will stand strong in their faith and reach many for Christ. Pray for those
who have been arrested because of their faith.
“I eagerly expect and hope that I will in no way be ashamed, but will have sufficient courage so
that now as always Christ will be exalted in my body, whether by life or by death.” (Philippians 1:20)
Aug 27 | Eritrea (9)
The government severely restricts freedom of religion for unregistered groups and violates the rights of some registered groups such as the Orthodox, Lutheran and Roman Catholic churches. Pray for the many evangelical Christians, including women and children, who have been arrested for worshipping according to their faith and pray that God will increase their witness.
May the groans of the prisoners come before you; by the strength of your arm preserve those condemned to die. (Psalm 79:11)
Aug 28 | Uzbekistan (10)
Pray for the safe delivery and distribution of Bible and Christian literature in this region. Pray against the increase in media campaigns against Christians.
“For I hear the slander of many; there is terror on every side; they conspire against me and plot to take my life. But I trust in you, O LORD; I say, ‘You are my God.’" (Psalm 31:13-14)
Aug 29 | Pakistan (13)
Pray for the courage and endurance of Pakistani Christians under persecution which escalated recently. Pray for Christians as they experience discrimination in education, health, livelihood and housing, as well as obtaining approval of construction permits for church buildings.
“You hear, O LORD, the desire of the afflicted; you encourage them, and you listen to their cry….” (Psalm 10:17)
Aug 30 | Turkmenistan (14)
Give thanks for the growing number of people becoming Christians. Pray that Christians will remain united as the body of Christ and be granted more contact with the worldwide Christian community. Pray also for the Word to be safely brought into this country.
“How good and pleasant it is when brothers live together in unity!” (Psalm 133:1)
Aug 31 | Comoros (15)
While there is freedom of religion in Comoros islands, there is a prohibition against conversion from Islam. The underground church is relatively small, but Bible study groups continue to meet in homes. Pray that the Christians will remain strong and unified in Christ.
“I am coming soon. Hold on to what you have, so that no one will take your crown.” (Revelation 3:11)
Sept 1 | Iraq (16)
Pray that the Church will survive and grow despite the current violence and persecution that has
forced so many to leave their homes. Pray for the internally displaced people, and those assisted by Open Doors with emergency aid, Bibles and essential items.
“He makes wars cease to the ends of the earth; he breaks the bow and shatters the spear, he burns the shields with fire.” (Psalm 46:9)
Sept 2 | Qatar (17)
Nearly all the believers here are from other countries or became believers while studying abroad. Pray that the agreement of the authorities to the building of churches in one location be a breakthrough for the Gospel to go forth in Qatar.
“You are my refuge and my shield; I have put my hope in your word.” (Psalm 119:114)
Sept 3 | Mauritania (18)
Pray that there will be a peaceful return to genuine democracy in Mauritania. Pray that the tiny church would grow in a hostile environment where Christianity is sometimes depicted by the media as a wicked movement to be attacked.
“The righteous will flourish like a palm tree, they will grow like a cedar of Lebanon….” (Psalm 92:12)
Sept 4 | Algeria (19)
Last year many churches received the order to close their doors and some Christians are questioned or detained, a means authorities use to pressure them to return to Islam. Pray for the protection of Muslim background believers as they seek to know Christ more.
“My soul is weary with sorrow; strengthen me according to your word.” (Psalm 119:28)
Sept 5 | Chechnya (20)
Pray for the small population of Christians in Chechnya who persevere in the face of great persecution and for those who take risks in bringing encouragement to Chechen believers. Pray
that the Chechen New Testament would be widely distributed.
“Resist him, standing firm in the faith, because you know that your brothers throughout the world are undergoing the same kind of sufferings.” (1 Peter 5:9)
Sept 6 | Egypt (21)
Pray for the many people involved in Christian satellite TV and Arabic websites. In 2008 the Supreme Court upheld an appeal allowing a Christian to change the religion on their ID card from Muslim to Christian. Pray that this would be the first of many such rulings.
“I will write on him the name of my God." (Revelation 3:12)
Sept 7 | Libya (25)
It is prohibited to evangelize Muslims or distribute Arabic scriptures in Libya. Most Christians are expatriates, but there is increasing openness to the Gospel and demand for Arabic Bibles. Pray that God’s Word would reach the Libyan Arabs, one of the most unreached people groups.
“…so is my word that goes out from my mouth: It will not return to me empty….” (Isaiah 55:11)
Sept 8 | Nigeria (Northern) (26)
Uphold in prayer those who live in fear of attack, especially following the November violence in Jos where many Christians were injured or killed. Pray for the distribution of Bibles in the more than 500 local languages spoken in Nigeria.
“Let those who love the LORD hate evil, for he guards the lives of his faithful ones and delivers them from the hand of the wicked.” (Psalm 97:10)
Sept 9 | Azerbaijan (27)
Pray that many will read the Scripture now available in the Azerbaijani language, turn to Christ and grow in faith. Pray for Christians experiencing discrimination at work because of their faith.
“Then I saw another angel flying in midair, and he had the eternal gospel to proclaim to those who live on the earth—to every nation, tribe, language and people.” (Revelation 14:6)
Sept 10 | Oman (28)
Pray for the indigenous people of Oman to receive God's Word, and come to know the love of
Christ. Pray also for the secret believers, who are often isolated. Pray that they would receive encouragement from their contact with other Christians.
“But my mouth would encourage you; comfort from my lips would bring you relief.” (Job 16:5)
Sept 11 | Brunei (29)
Pray for the safety of those sharing the Gospel with Muslims in Brunei. Pray that Christian
groups would be recognized by the government and allowed to worship publicly.
“I urge that requests, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for everyone—for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness.” 1 Timothy 2:1-2
Sept 12 | Northern Sudan (30)
Give thanks for a decrease in the level of Christian persecution in Sudan, but continue to pray for the Muslim-background believers who need encouragement and discipling in light of pressure to recant their faith.
“I know your deeds. See, I have placed before you an open door that no one can shut. I know that you have little strength, yet you have kept my word and have not denied my name.” (Revelation 3:8)
Sept 13| Zanzibar Islands (31)
Give thanks that persecution has diminished some for Christians on Zanzibar Islands. However, pray for encouragement in registering churches, purchasing property, education, and employment.
“May my cry come before you, O LORD; give me understanding according to your word.” (Psalm 119:169)
Sept 14 | Kuwait (32)
Pray for the churches that serve foreign workers, that they would be an effective witness to those who so desperately need to hear the Word of God.
“God sets the lonely in families…” (Psalm 68:6)
Sept 15 | Tajikistan (34)
Tajik identity is associated with being Muslim, and Christians there face persecution from relatives, neighbors and local authorities. Pray protection over those involved in outreach and pray for the translation of Christian materials into Tajik that they would lead many to
Christ.
“But the word of God continued to increase and spread.” (Acts 12:24)
Sept 16 | United Arab Emirates (35)
Pray for the powerful message sent through radio and satellite television programs, reaching out to Muslims with God’s Word. Ask God to give secret believers strength and courage as they face persecution in their daily lives.
“Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be men of courage; be strong.” (1 Corinthians 16:13)
Sept 17 | Jordan (37)
Uphold Christian refugees from Iraq who have fled to Jordan and pray for those who minister to them. Pray that those who feel isolated because of their faith will find other brothers and sisters in Christ to encourage them as they walk with the Lord together.
“The LORD watches over the alien and sustains the fatherless and the widow….” (Psalm 146:9)
Sept 18 | Djibouti (38)
Pray for the encouragement and protection of secret believers in Djibouti. Ask for a revelation
of God in this country, that many would hear about Jesus.
“Who will not fear you, O Lord, and bring glory to your name? For you alone are holy. All nations will come and worship before you, for your righteous acts have been revealed." (Revelation 15:4)
Sept 19 | Turkey (39)
Pray that church leaders will stand strong in their faith as they endure severe persecution. Ask
God for the protection of Turkish believers who speak out boldly for their faith.
“They are brought to their knees and fall, but we rise up and stand firm.” (Psalm 20:8)
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