PRAY FOR OUR CHURCH (EFCLA)
- Prayer for the Senior Pastor and His Wife. Pray for Pastor Johnson and his wife Connie, that their ministry focuses on God’s Kingdom. Pray that their hearts are turned toward God’s Kingdom and are not occupied by the trivial matters of daily life. May the Lord be with the pastor and his wife, strengthening their body, mind, and spirit, and enabling the whole family to align with God’s Kingdom and righteousness. Pray for sufficient physical and spiritual strength for their ministry in the Kingdom, the church, and the Sunday pulpit service. Also, pray for abundant fruitfulness in their work of building up and nurturing the next generation.
- Prayer for Next Year’s Evangelism Plans. Pray that the church, in every circumstance—whether convenient or inconvenient—seizes every opportunity to share the Gospel. In an ever-changing world, may the church demonstrate the transforming power of faith, testifying to God’s glory through one spiritual battle after another. Let us remember in prayer the preparation by all small groups and fellowships for next year’s evangelism plans. Pray that God strengthens the hearts of all members to be willing to share the Gospel, grants wisdom and creativity in planning gatherings and activities, and enables all teams to cooperate effectively. May the church be united in purpose, creating a faith community that walks alongside those who are seeking to know God.
- Prayer for Friends Who Once Attended Church but Have Left. Pray for every friend who has left the church, regardless of the reason. Some may have left due to misunderstandings, while others may have gradually drifted away because of life pressures. Ask the Lord to make our church a place that never gives up on any “lost sheep.” May the church recognize that the greatest need of every departing sheep is care. Let care not be only the responsibility of pastors and small group leaders, but let everyone become a co-worker in showing concern. Pray that our spiritual community is willing to “adjust,” not remaining as it was in the past. Pray that the church will not be stagnant, but open to renewal of mind and heart, adapting to the times, and introducing new elements and breakthroughs that draw people back to God’s house.
- Pray for the Sick. Pray for the brothers and sisters you know who are in poor health. Ask God to heal them and restore their physical health.
PRAY FOR THE WORLD
- Pray for Nigeria. About 48% of Nigeria’s population is Christian, yet the country has long suffered from attacks by Islamic extremist groups such as Boko Haram and the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP). Entire villages have been razed, churches burned down, and pastors kidnapped—these tragedies still occur frequently. According to the international organization Open Doors and its World Watch List 2025, Nigeria ranks seventh among the countries where Christians face the most severe persecution. More than 80% of all Christians killed for their faith globally are from Nigeria. Pray that the Lord will remember His suffering people—whether they are in war zones, in captivity, or scattered in foreign lands—so they may find companions in faith and continue walking with God. Pray also that the Lord will stir believers to intercede for the persecuted and for the Nigerian government and society, that He may transform the nation and bring about greater religious freedom.
