Prayer for Egypt and other nations in turmoil

"WATERSHED MOMENT" IN THE ARAB WORLD

The Lord is righteous in all his ways and loving toward all he has made.

The Lord is near to all who call on him, to all who call on him in truth.

He fulfills the desires of those who fear him; he hears their cry and saves them.

The Lord watches over all who love him, but all the wicked he will destroy. 

Psalm 145:17-20

As the eyes of the world are focused on the continuing violence and unrest in Egypt with possible repercussions throughout the Arab world and in Israel, may we, as Christians, be in continual prayer about all that is happening. 

"...Something does seem to be happening at a regional level," writes journalist Marc Lynch, "exposing the crumbling foundations of Arab authoritarianism and empowering young populations who suddenly believe that change is possible."

The Lord is doing a new and powerful work in North Africa and the Middle East. Intercessors have been praying for this region for decades and God is clearly answering their prayers - unseating principalities, tearing down strongholds and setting the captives free.

What is the Lord's plan for these nations? Something monumental is happening. Something historic. How will Christians respond?

This could well be a Rhoda moment: the unexpected answer to what we've been praying about staring us in the face. Will we slam the door in disbelief or give thanks to God and seize this opportunity?

As one leader noted, "We need supernatural wisdom on how to handle this open door that God has given us. What we see happening is a reflection of what is happening in the heavenlies - all-out spiritual war for the souls of men and women."

Instead of sitting back to watch or worry about these events, we must keep praying. Watchmen arise and take your positions on the wall. Seek the Lord for direction as you stand in the gap for these nations. Ask Him to call forth an army of prayer warriors to take part in this historic season of prayer.

PRAY FOR:

the the Lord of hosts to arise in North Africa and the Middle East. Pray for Jesus Christ to be exalted throughout the Arab world - far above all principalities and powers. (The Bible, Ephesians 1:19-21)

the eyes of every Muslim in this region to be enlightened so they can know the hope to which the Lord is calling them in Christ Jesus. (The Bible, Ephesians 1:18)

the Lord to keep the situation in each country from degenerating into chaos. Pray for events to unfold in His timing and according to His purposes. Invite the rule and reign of His Kingdom. (The Bible, Psalm 145:13)

the restoration of order and peace. Pray for leaders and security forces to use restraint and wisdom in dealing with protesters. (The Bible, Psalm 37:11)

Christian missionaries and laborers in these nations. Petition the Lord to protect them and give them discernment in what to do and how to most effectively minister to the people. (The Bible, I Corinthians 16:9)

indigenous Christians to refuse to give in to the spirit of fear. Pray for the Lord to give them the spirit of power to overcome the enemy, the spirit of love to care for the people, and a sound mind to accomplish His desire for these nations. (The Bible, II Timothy 1:7)

the Lord to raise up leaders to guide each of these troubled countries forward into His purposes. Pray against the demonic powers trying to fill the void. Ask the Lord to keep them from successfully gaining control. (The Bible, Daniel 2:21; Psalm 35:26)

the people in the Arab world to see what is taking place, realize the hand of the Lord at work, and call to Him in their time of distress. (The Bible, Psalm 18:6)

the spirit of self-destruction - especially by fire - to be bound. Pray for abundant life in Jesus Christ to be poured out upon the young people of Tunisia, Algeria, Egypt, Sudan, Yemen, Jordan... (The Bible, John 10:10)

this turmoil and unrest to cause Muslims to cry out to the Living God. Pray for a great harvest of souls and ask the Lord to reveal Himself in glory through dreams and visions. (The Bible, Psalm 5:2; Acts 2:17)

Christians around the globe to arise and take on the Caleb anointing - following the Lord wholeheartedly and boldly venturing into the territory of giants to possess the land. (The Bible, Numbers 14:24; 13:30)

This prayer alert is from Window International Network