Will you pray for the persecuted church around the globe?
The biggest request we receive from persecuted believers around the globe is for prayer. Why? They don't want the people of Canada to forget about them in the struggles they face.
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11 Prayers for the Persecuted Church
Will you commit to praying for our brothers and sisters in Christ who are facing persecution?
PRAY for God to strengthen the accused and their families, and for justice to prevail.
PRAY for the ongoing safety of the leaders and pastors who risk their lives, suffer persecution, and fulfill their calling from the Lord.
PRAY for Christians to continue to practice their faith without compromise, despite the dangers.
PRAY that God would give Christian pastors and their families a true sense of His love and providence.
PRAY that the Truth would prevail and that God would strengthen those who face trials for their faith.
PRAY that God would grant Christian families peace in the midst of tribulation, and for wisdom to know how best to move forward in faith.
PRAY that God would bring healing to the victims of violence and His peace to their families.
PRAY that God would continue to strengthen the Church in the midst of difficult circumstances.
PRAY for our enemies to come to Christ.
PRAY that the kingdom of God would come and that His will be done on earth as it is in Heaven.
Why we should pray for persecuted Christians and lift our brothers and sisters in Christ up in prayer.
Praying for persecuted Christians and supporting the persecuted Church is a very important act of faith and solidarity. Around the world, millions of of our brothers and sisters in Christ face imprisonment, violence, discrimination, and even death for their commitment to God.
As members of the global church, we are called to “remember those in prison as if you were together with them” (Hebrews 13:3).
Prayer is one of the most powerful ways to uplift and strengthen those suffering for their faith. By interceding for them, we ask God to grant them courage, strength, endurance, and protection. Additionally, organizations such as ICR Canada can support the persecuted church through practical means, such as providing humanitarian aid, providing Bibles, support with legal aid, emergency relief, and pastoral care.
Many persecuted Christians lack access to resources, yet their faith remains unshaken. Our prayers and support remind them that they are not alone—that the body of Christ stands with them. Raising awareness by sharing their stories also amplifies their voices and encourages advocacy for religious freedom.
While persecution is a painful reality, it often strengthens faith and spreads the gospel. By committing to pray and act, we partner with God’s mission, demonstrating His love to those who suffer for His name.
