Daily prayers
Barry and Heather work with Growing Nations in Maphutseng, Lesotho. Praise God for the opportunity they have had to invest in, and minister to an intern from the University of Lesotho who’s currently studying for her Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Soil Science and Resource Conservation. She spent six weeks at Growing Nations, not only working alongside the students and learning about Farming God’s Way, but also growing spiritually. When asked what she had learnt about God during her stay she said, “I have learnt that when God has a purpose for a person to be at the particular place, He makes a way for them and guides them through every challenge. He helps people to be true to who they are rather than pretending to be who they are not. I have also learned that God gives us courage to overcome fear, embrace growth, try new things and break free from the habits that hold us back.” Please pray that she will continue to grow in her knowledge and love for the Lord as she returns to university.
Ruth works on an Indian Ocean Island, seeking to share the gospel with people who have never had it explained to them. Praise God that her work in the hospital has opened up many opportunities to share the good news. A few months ago, there was a bad bus accident where a landslide caused a bus to go over the side of the road, with several fatalities. One of the survivors travelled abroad for extensive treatment but has now returned and needs ongoing therapy. Ruth asked her one day if she feared dying that day and if it made her consider her faith more or less. Ruth was able to share that being a follower of Jesus gives her a sure and certain hope of a life to come. Please pray that the Lord will meet with this lady and continue to use Ruth to be a mouthpiece for the gospel.
Hannah is the Child Safety Officer for AIM and also serves on the Nairobi Outreach Team. Hannah is on the planning team for a Child Safety Conference currently taking place in Nairobi. From the 7th-9th September, more than 70 people are gathering. Please pray that the conference will be successful in raising awareness and equipping leaders to do what they can to reduce risks to children and strengthen protective factors. Next month, Hannah will be filming the new AIM Child Safety training video, attending the biennial meeting of all the personnel workers in AIM, and welcoming several visitors. Ask that the Lord will bring lasting fruit from these efforts, and give Hannah the strength and refreshment she needs amidst the busyness.
Please pray for the 310,000 Mahafaly who live in the South-West of Madagascar. Praise God for the opportunities there have been to connect with local churches. However, there are difficulties accessing the region and more workers are needed to partner in this ministry. Please pray that God may make a way to build and strengthen partnerships, and for the Bible translation work which only has a few portions of Scripture at present.
Timo and Laura serve in Finland among the refugee population, sharing Jesus with them and equipping Christian refugees to reach out to fellow internationals and the Finns they live among. It can be very difficult walking alongside those whose situation is so uncertain; some are waiting to be sent back to their home countries, and multiple families are on visas that will soon run out if they don’t find work. Finland has the worst unemployment in Europe right now. Please pray that the Lord may miraculously provide work for those who long to stay, but that, regardless of where they end up, they will find Christ and take refuge under his wings.
Frank and Josie serve with Borderless, mentoring young men and helping at an English conversation class and a befriending programme. As they reflected over the summer break, Frank and Josie are grateful for the ways God has been working in and through them. Praise God for good material, great support from volunteers, and that most who attend the classes also attend the optional Bible study. However, they would really like to see more people attending their classes. Please pray for wisdom about how to advertise, as the local Council seem reluctant to publicise their English classes due to the Christian aspect of them.
Edward and Elle serve in a closed country where there are very few Christians. Having recently married, they are now preparing to go back to Africa. In the past few months, they’ve had amazing opportunities to share about their work and invite others to pray for them. Edward and Elle plan to return to the town and mission team where Edward was serving previously. Please pray for God’s provision of a house and a car and that he would grant them wisdom and discernment as they settle into work and language learning. They will be returning to a rather small team, as many people, including their team leaders, are currently on home assignment or medical leave. This is true for the mission teams across the other cities also, and it seems that God has ordained this season to be one of small fellowships. There are lots of challenges that come with a season such as this, and it can be discouraging for the mission partners who remain and feel lonely or isolated. Ask that Edward and Elle will be able to encourage their brothers and sisters and provide the support needed to continue.
In her last update, Margot shared that she and her family will no longer be moving to serve in Chad as previously planned. Margot and her husband, Fernando, just returned from a trip to the UK and US to visit supporters and discuss a proposal for future steps. They came away reflecting on God’s faithfulness to them through all the highs and lows – although they are not in Chad now as they expected, they can testify that God is in control and they trust that his plans for them are for their good and for his glory, even if they don’t see the full picture now. Praise God for a safe trip and an encouraging time away, and for the clarity they now have about moving forward. They reached out to the AIM office in South Africa, where they live, and learned that they needed help in the communications team of their mobilisation office. This seems like a good fit for them as a family. Please pray for them as they progress in this new but unexpected opportunity and continue to wrestle with their hearts’ desire to be on the mission field. Ask the Lord to help them take life one day at a time and find joys and encouragements in this new season.
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