Convert Dies in an Eritrean Dungeon

“For
I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God that
brings salvation to everyone who believes: first to the Jew, then to the
Gentile.” Romans 1:16

Iraq

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Sectarian
violence caused tens of thousands of Christians to leave the country in
2011. Christians feel that the government fails to protect them, with
individuals being threatened, robbed, raped or kidnapped and churches
being bombed. Iraq’s constitution says each individual has freedom of
thought, conscience and belief, but there is no article on changing
one’s religion and Islamic law forbids conversion of Muslims to other
religions. In August, at least four churches were targeted by bomb
attacks in Kirkuk. The situation in Kurdistan, for a long time
considered a safe haven for Christians, has deteriorated due to Islamic
extremism.

Pray:

• For the many Christian refugees who have been displaced from their homes by religious violence
• For wise leadership and government to bring Christians justice and protection from terrorist groups
• For Open Doors workers training trauma counsellors to help children and families affected by persecution.

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Where is Iraq?

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Ranking: 09
Leader: Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki
Government: Parliamentary democracy
Main Religion: Islam
Population: 32.6 million (300,000 Christians)

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26 prayers for “Iraq”

1. Prayers of Salvation for Believers in
   Christ with Divine Protection and Deliverance through and during
   persecution and oppression and that they do not deny the Salvation in
   His Name. May the Light of the Truth penetrate this region with the
   Glorious Gospel of Jesus Christ, that it may yield a great Harvest of
   Souls for salvation in Christ. May the Spirit of the Lord, and the God
   of All Comfort be with them in Him in this region of the world that the
   Refuge in His Name be known among the nations.

   Reply ↓
   • If any two agree on anything in His
     name he will do it for us. I agree with this prayer by the authority of
     the name of Yeshua our saviour. Now let it be so.

     Reply ↓
     • Father, Worthy God, I praise You for
       sparing lives. I pray for the church in Iraq to stand, for the
       persecuted to find protection and encouragement through the Spirit at
       work in fellow believers. I pray for strength and comfort for fathers,
       mothers, and children. Keep the Word in their hearts. Thank you,
       Almighty God.

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2. Dearest Father, thank-You that there
   have been no casualties from these recent church bombings. Please work
   in the hearts of the terrorists. I ask that their eyes would be opened
   and that they would see Jesus. Please give the government officials
   wisdom and boldness to protect the Christians. I pray that they would
   have justice. For our brothers and sisters who have fled Iraq in fear,
   dear Lord, please protect them, provide for their every need, fill their
   hearts with Your peace. Let them know we are praying for them.
   Thank-You that Open Doors is training trauma counsellors to help those
   affected by persecution. Please give them wisdom, strength and
   protection. Please pour out Your Spirit on Iraq and Kurdistan. Be
   Glorified in all the earth, Lord Jesus! In Your Powerful and
   Compassionate name, amen.

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3. That Jesus would put a hedge of protection around the Christians in this country.
   That the Christians would stand firm in their faith in Jesus despite the persecution.
   That God would raise up leaders who would protect Christians from the
   religious extremists and any others who would put them in harm’s way.
   For salvation of Iraq’s people.
   For me to point the way to Jesus and His Word.

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4. Almighty God,may the sons of Ishmael
   become passive so that those who preach Jesus can have an open door into
   their ears and hearts. We know your word will not return void. May
   the the faith of those who became martyrs give those who hate your Son
   pause and wonderment at their their willingness to live for Christ than
   to die for the world, In the name of Jesus, Amen.

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5. Heavenly Father Who Art In Heaven,
   Thou knowest the spiritual stronghold/strongholds over the country Iraq. Move mightily
   in the heavenlies to protect our Armerican loved ones there, to bring them home safely.

   Bless the Iraqis who are persecuting Americans and believers, bless them; help Open Doors
   do good there, help the American soldiers do good there. Help us to leave a good legacy for
   the people of Iraq. Thank you Father, for the opportunity to pray to you for hope, health
   and healing in this beleagured nation. Give believers the peace that passes all understanding
   and joy unspeakable as they continue to endure to the end.
   In Jesus’s name I pray.
   Amen

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6. Dear Lord,
   We pray Lord that you would touch the Christians of Iraq. Persecution
   of Christians throughout the world is stronger than ever, especially in
   Muslim countries. Please be with these people, strengthening them to
   endure what they must and to encourage one another in their love for
   God. We know that by trusting in you, no matter what happens for the
   short time we are on earth, that we will be with you for eternity. I
   ask that you let them know that people around the world are praying for
   them daily.
   In Jesus’ Name,
   Amen

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7. Father,
   We lift up our Iraqi brothers and sisters. Give them peace and strength
   to stand up to the enemy. Gird them with the armor of God. We pray
   that you would leash your angels over the believers and soften the
   hearts of the unsaved. May they come to know your amazing love! Thank
   you for the missonary support from Open Doors and others. In Jesus
   precious name we pray this. Amen.