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by Michael Langford
"Not by might; not by power, but by My Spirit," says the Lord of Hosts.
Zech. 4:6
Join over 60,000 Christians in praying for
Muslims each Friday. When Muslims go
to the Mosque, Christians around
the world are interceding
for their salvation.
PRAYER REQUESTS FOR
January 16, 2026
Please pray for...
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…over 3 million children in West and Central Africa who cannot attend school due instability caused by Islamic terrorism. Pray that God would protect Christian children so they can receive education.
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…brothers and sisters in Christ in Democratic Republic of the Congo who are facing severe persecution. As believers gathered to mourn the passing of a church member, militants attacked with guns and machetes. They killed 70 Christians, kidnapped 100 people, and burned 16 houses to the ground.
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…18 students in Northern Iraq attending Bible School, preparing to be church planters and for the outreach of the local church as they assist individuals who face hostility for their decision to follow Christ.
PRAY FOR IRAN
Iran is now in its third week of demonstrations, which have spread throughout the nation and have claimed thousands of lives as the Islamic regime cracks down on protesters. Please pray for the following requests gleaned from church leaders there:
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“Pray that these protests will lead to radical, systemic change.”
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“Pray that the turmoil of these days will create greater spiritual hunger.”
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“Pray for network and house church leaders as they shepherd the hearts of believers.” Pray that these leaders would guide their flocks in accordance with God’s Word and in the power and wisdom of the Holy Spirit. Pray that many would have opportunities to receive sound Bible training.
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“Pray that the revival continues.” Iran has been noted as having the fastest-growing church in the world, as disillusioned people seek peace and answers outside of Islam. Most worship quietly in small family units, with limited interaction due to the need for secrecy. A worker notes: “Unfortunately, because of the lack of connectivity to the greater body of Christ, discouragement due to isolation and false doctrine are prevalent.”
Additional Prayer
Requests
PRAY FOR CHILDREN DOING EVANGELISM IN TOGO
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A pastor here trains the children in his church—some 300 of them—to share Jesus with others, and many of them regularly go out on the streets and from door to door in the neighborhood to witness. While they cannot organize meetings in their schools, they talk about Jesus to their classmates, including Muslim children. The pastor remarks that the attitude of the Muslim parents is often: “It’s too late for us, but teach our children.” In 2026, this pastor hopes to take teams of children to villages to witness and to start a work—kids reaching kids. Pray for God’s blessing and direction in this endeavor. Pray also that Muslim parents would be touched and realize that it is not too late for them!
PRAY FOR NORTHERN GHANA
Ghana shares 600 km (about 375 miles) of border with Burkina Faso, where jihadists, mainly associated with the Islamic group JNIM, are active. Militants regularly cross the porous border into Ghana, particularly in the northeast, not to attack, but to find safe haven, recruit new fighters, and get supplies.
Let’s pray.
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Pray that jihadists would encounter Jesus, through dreams or visions or other supernatural manifestations. Pray that they would see God’s love in believers as they interact with people in villages and towns.
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Pray for God’s protection over young people in this area, where nearly 70% of youth are unemployed or have unstable jobs. The economic security and adventure offered by jihadist recruiters can be very tempting. Pray especially for Christian young people, that they would take the firm decision to trust in and live for Jesus only.
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Pray for the 17,000+ people from Burkina Faso and other Sahelian nations, mostly Muslims, who have sought refuge in camps in Ghana. Pray that the Christians among these refugees would share their faith with boldness. Pray for Ghanaian believers as they offer physical and spiritual help to these new neighbors.
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