“But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria and to the end of the earth.”
Acts 1:8 gives the church a very clear blueprint for sharing the gospel of Jesus Christ. We start at home and reach for the furthest corners of the earth. See below where we minister each year.
How to pray for Missions
Pray for the World:
That God would raise up workers:
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From the universal church.
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From our local church.
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From your own family. (you, your children, your grandchildren)
That the church would be committed to Christ’s mission:
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Focused on the priorities of proclaiming the gospel, establishing churches, and training leaders.
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Committed to taking the gospel to those who have not heard.
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For specific countries and people groups. (For ideas, visit joshuaproject.net)
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That individuals would be receptive to the gospel.
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That healthy churches would be established.
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That sound doctrine would be proclaimed.
Pray for Missionaries:
Spiritual Health:
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For their spiritual disciplines.
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For consistent patterns of obedience.
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For trust and joy in the midst of trials.
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For salvation and the spiritual growth of their kids.
Ministry:
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For boldness in proclaiming the gospel.
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For opportunities to build relationships with unbelievers.
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For wisdom in the use of their time, resources, and energy.
How to pray for Missionaries
Family:
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For the health of their marriage.
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For wisdom as parents.
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For their children’s educational needs and related decisions.
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For healthy relationships with extended family members.
Team:
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For unity and like-mindedness.
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For meaningful friendships and mutual encouragement.
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For the ability to resolve conflict biblically.
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That they will appreciate the variety of roles and gifts in their team.
Physical Needs:
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For their safety.
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For their health.
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For their financial provision.
Logistics of being in Country:
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For political and economic stability.
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For their visa renewals and the ability to remain in country long-term.
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For perseverance and progress in learning the language.
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For growth and understanding the culture.
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