Week 2: Praying for the Persecuted Church in the DRC

Thousands of Christians in the Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) have been displaced, abducted, and killed by the Allied Democratic Forces (ADF) to eradicate Christianity in the region. Many have been separated from their families and are now living in internally displaced persons camps, unable to return home and support themselves.

This week, let's pray for the following:

• Believers would continue to stand strong in their faith despite the hardships they face.
• That those who have been abducted will be rescued and reunited with their loved ones.
• Believers will find solace in knowing their true place is with Christ, regardless of their current physical circumstances.

Scriptures to Pray:

1 Peter 3:14: "But even if you should suffer for what is right, you are blessed. “Do not fear their threats; do not be frightened."

Psalm 91:15: "He shall call upon me and I will answer him; I will be with him in trouble; I will deliver him and honor him. With long life I will satisfy him and show him my salvation."

James 1:2-4: "Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything."