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Pray for Persecuted Christians Around the World

Sundays, November 6 and 13 have been specifically designated as the International Days of Prayer for the Persecuted Church. Millions of Christians face persecution every day. They are beaten, jailed, forced to flee their homes, sometimes even killed for their faith. We invite you to set aside time to pray for those Christians all over the world who suffer persecution for their faith in Jesus.

• Pray that they would be strengthened in their faith through the Holy Spirit: “I pray that out of his glorious riches he may strengthen you with power through his Spirit in your inner being.” Eph. 3:16 NIV
• Pray that the peace and presence of Christ will sustain them: “And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” Phil. 4:7 NIV
• Pray that God will give them words of life to speak to those who persecute them: “When you are brought before synagogues, rulers and authorities, do not worry about how you will defend yourselves or what you will say, for the Holy Spirit will teach you at that time what you should say.” Luke 12:11-12 NIV

Invite others to pray with you for persecuted Christians on November 6 and 13.

One of the greatest joys of this ministry is to see the delighted faces of those who receive training and resources from Leadership Ministries Worldwide. It is only through your prayers and continued support that we are able to accomplish the mission God has given us: To provide pastors in the global church with the means to preach the Word of God clearly, plainly, and confidently, so that they might impact their congregations and communities for the Kingdom of God.

We ask for your continued prayers:

That Lystra Global, our online library for pastors and trainers, will meet the needs of global pastors as we continue to enhance the system.
That as printed and digital resources are received around the world, God will be glorified and His Kingdom will expand.
That connections with like-minded ministries will produce fruitful partnerships for the glory of God.
Thank you for praying with us as we seek to fulfill the Great Commission:
“Go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you.” Matthew 28:19-20

October is Pastor Appreciation Month. A pastor is never “off-duty.” How often is he called away from his family to minister to another family that is grieving? How many sleepless nights are spent on his knees – praying for his congregation? How much time does he spend setting up chairs, visiting hospitals – not to mention planning a weekly sermon, and other Bible teaching ministries?
What can you do to help?

• Pray
• Encourage
• Call, email, or write a note of appreciation
• Invite your pastor and family to share a meal with you
• Volunteer for a specific task: Visit the sick, set up chairs, teach a class or lead a small group, rake the leaves at the church or at his home.

Make a special effort to give your pastor “double honor” this month. Commit to pray daily, and make a special effort to let him know how much you appreciate his willingness to answer God’s call to serve Him in ministry.

LMW’s Vice President of International Training, Timothy travels around the world, preaching, teaching, and training pastors to fulfill their call to serve Jesus Christ. Timothy lives in Nigeria, and trains pastors all over the world. This week, he was preaching in the USA, and he is now in Brazil, speaking and teaching at a conference for a group of over 3,000 church and mission leaders there.

Please pray for Timothy, this faithful servant of God, as he trains, equips, and empowers pastors around the world to share the gospel. We invite you to pray for those participating in the conference in Brazil, that they will be inspired and enlightened as they grow in faith and witness.

“I pray that out of his glorious riches he may strengthen you with power through his Spirit in your inner being, so that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith.” Ephesians 3:16-17

Hurricane Matthew has been on the rampage across the Caribbean Islands for the past few days, wreaking havoc on island nations. It is predicted to move across Cuba, then head north up the east coast of the southern US. In the Pacific, Typhoon Chaba battered South Korea’s coast, and is now headed to Japan.

God does not promise that our lives will be free of storms, but He does promise to be with us in the storms of life: “I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world, you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.” John 16:33 (NIV)

Please pray for God’s peace and presence to be with the people who are suffering through these storms. “‘Though the mountains be shaken and the hills be removed, yet my unfailing love for you will not be shaken nor my covenant of peace be removed,’ says the Lord who has compassion on you.” Isaiah 54:10

LMW’s Board of Directors will meet this week to discuss our mission, and to pray about and plan our future direction. God is opening doors for LMW to share His Word throughout the world. Many like-minded ministries have contacted us to establish partnerships that will advance our goal to provide pastors in the global church with the means to preach the Word of God clearly, plainly, and confidently.

God is using LMW and The Preacher’s Outline & Sermon Bible® to grow His Kingdom. Will you please pray for the leaders of this ministry this week –  that the Holy Spirit will be evident throughout the Board meeting and that God will direct our steps as we plan for our future in His service.