Day 20 of Prayer and Fasting (September 14) Psalm Reading: Psalm 2 and Psalm 110 Nation in Focus (for Intercession): Republic of Djibouti Prayer Points: ●The Afars main territories are in Ethiopia and Eritrea, where there is little witness at present. In Djibouti, the primarily nomadic Afar are increasingly urbanized due to economic pressures. There is no known church anong them; ●The Somalis are a small branch of the larger populations in Somalia and Ethiopia. The Somalis in Djibouti are a key for the evangelization of their kinsmen across the border; ●Arabs, both local and Yemeni, need a specific approach directed to their spiritual needs. There is no work among them, despite possibly being more accessible than in Yemen; ●The ethnic minorities: As a strategic port city, Djibouti attracts foreigners from many lands. Most of these French, Greek, Pakistani, Senegalese, Indian, and others- have little exposure to vibrant Christian witness, Challenges for Prayer: The few Somali and Afar believers are often isolated and suffer many pressures from relatives. Their families may ostracize, beat or even kill them for deserting Islam. Pray that they might stand firm in their committment to follow Jesus. There are many disruptive forces such as tribalism and jealousy that create division among the believers and make them reluctant to meet together. Pray for a new bond of unity. Many of the believers are jobless, and some are illiterate - pray for effective use of literacy and vocational training programs. Small groups of local believers are gathering for fellowship. Pray for effective use of the Scriptures in those meetings and for the Holy Spirit to work in each life. Pray that God will rise up strong Christian leaders from among and for the Somali and Afar believers. Reference: IFPs The Fall Feats (A Preparation Guide)
Posted on: Sat, 13 Sep 2014 17:15:50 +0000
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