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The Need for Peace in the Middle East
by Jim Bennett
"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
April 18, 2025
Please pray for..
...Moeen, who grew up as a Muslim in Central Asia. He accepted Christ through an online ministry. He says, “Pray for us. We have never had this many Muslims coming to Jesus.”
…Omar, a convert from Islam who became a pastor in Uganda. Islamic militants poured acid on his face, destroying eyesight in one eye. Omar responded, “I forgive my attackers. I can still pastor my church. Whatever the cost, we must reach Muslims with the gospel.”
...church planting efforts in the African country of Guinea, a nation of 13 million, that is 90% Islamic. Pastors of the Assemblies of God are asked to plant a new church each year.
PRAY FOR WITNESS TO MUSLIMS AT EASTERTIME
Today is Good Friday, and on Sunday, we as Christians, celebrate the resurrection of Jesus, the Son of God, who gave His life to make it possible for us to be redeemed and restored to our Father. Congregations throughout Africa and around the world will be gathering to proclaim Jesus’ victory and His salvation—and neighboring Muslims will be watching and listening. May the Lord give them ears to hear!
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Pray that the Holy Spirit would arouse in many Muslims an interest to explore the claims of Christ. Muslims esteem Jesus as a prophet, but reject the fact that He is God’s Son. They believe that His enemies failed to kill Him, that “it was only made to appear so . . . Rather, Allah raised him up to Himself” (Sura 4:157, 158). May the Holy Spirit reveal the truth to their hearts.
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Pray for opportunities for believers to invite Muslim seekers to hear this Good News, for open conversations, and for wisdom to answer their questions.
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The risk of violent terror attacks increases whenever Christians gather to celebrate Jesus. Pray that God would thwart any plans to disrupt meetings, and for His divine protection over gatherings around the world.
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Additional Prayer
Requests
PRAY PEACE IN NIGERIA
Since March 28, terror attacks have continued unabated. In Benue State, in south-central Nigeria, Fulani herdsmen besieged several communities, killing dozens and causing thousands to flee. In the central Plateau State, at least 120 lost their lives. Christianity is the dominant religion in these states, and the people constantly battle the Muslims’ concerted effort to take land and propagate Islam. Pray for God’s protection over His people and their property. Pray for strength and wisdom for pastors and believers as they encouragement one another and work to bring eternal hope to those around them.
PRAY FOR THE CHURCH IN NIGER
This past Saturday, April 12, church members and guests, including several government officials, met in Niger’s capital city to intercede together for their nation. Located in the volatile Sahel region, Niger is more than 95% Muslim, and in recent years has been battling jihadist incursions. “We prayed for peace, social cohesion, and the unity of the country,” says the host pastor. Let’s pray along with our brothers and sisters
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“for peace throughout Niger, so that churches can safely meet to worship, and also that this time of change would prove favorable to expanding the Church”;
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for those in the government administration who are believers, that they would serve with grace and godliness and consistently show Jesus to their colleagues.
PRAY FOR THE CHURCH IN TOGO
Pray for God’s protection over pastors and believers in northern Togo, where sporadic jihadist attacks have become more frequent since 2022. According to the Global Terrorism Index 2025, there were 10 attacks in 2024, resulting in 52 deaths. Aside from the jihadist threat, workers in the Muslim-dominated north often face opposition from local residents. Pray that God would encourage and strengthen these workers, and that the Holy Spirit would open the eyes of the Muslims around them, that they may see Jesus.
The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective.
James 5:16