40 Days of Prayer - Day 7

Day 7 – Those Outside Our Reach

A father to the fatherless, a defender of widows, is God in his holy dwelling. God sets the lonely in families, He leads out the prisoners with singing; but the rebellious live in a sun-scorched land. – Psalm 68:5-6

Pray for the most vulnerable who are outside of our reach. Ask God to give peace, comfort and restoration to those living amidst war, injustice, persecution and corruption on a daily basis. Ask God to come and heal the brokenness and trauma in their lives and to free them from fear and anguish.

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40 Days of Prayer - Day 6

Day 6 – Corruption

I have set you an example that you should do as I have done for you. Very truly I tell you, no servant is greater than his master, nor is a messenger greater than the one who sent him. Now that you know these things, you will be blessed if you do them. – John 13:15-17

In many of the poorest communities and countries across Africa, the government systems are susceptible to corruption; creating an even greater level of vulnerability and desperation for the most vulnerable children and their families. Ask God to reveal himself to those who are causing this hurt and injustice. Pray that God would speak peace and compassion into their hearts. Pray for the church to defend the most vulnerable, and pray for people in positions of influence to speak on their behalf. Ask God to give those who are victims of oppression, His hope and comfort as they live in the midst of challenging circumstances.

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40 Days of Prayer - Week 2

WEEK 2 – THE CRISIS: POOREST OF THE POOR

Gugu Sibanda (African Volunteer, South Africa) shares the prayer focus for this week, the poorest of the poor:

Hands at Work is committed to working in the most vulnerable and desperate communities in the countries we serve. From child-headed households to HIV/AIDS, the poorest of the poor are consumed with challenges difficult to understand.

40 Days of Prayer - Day 4

Day 4 – Early Childhood Marriage

The LORD himself goes before you and will be with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged.” - Deuteronomy 31:8

In countries like Mozambique, young girls are susceptible to being given up for marriage as early as 12 years old. This occurs, not only due to traditional beliefs, but when families are financially desperate. Pray for Godly men and women within their communities to courageously speak on their behalf. Ask God to bring physical, emotional and spiritual healing to young girls who are deeply traumatised and impacted by early marriage.

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40 Days of Prayer - Day 3

Day 3 – Clean and Accessible Water

The LORD will guide you always; he will satisfy your needs in a sun-scorched land and will strengthen your frame. You will be like a well-watered garden, like a spring whose waters never fail. – Isaiah 58:11

In many of the most vulnerable communities across Africa, access to safe and clean drinking water is limited. Pray for the health of those who have no choice but to drink dirty infested water. For those, who walk long distances to collect this basic necessity, ask God to give them safety and energy as they travel. Pray for clean water sources to become available in areas where water has run dry.

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