Resources for IDOP 2023
International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church
November 5, 2023
Please join us in praying for our persecuted brothers and sisters living in restricted nations this November and throughout the year.
Receiving threats from unbelievers and the oppressive establishment is commonplace for the persecuted church. Threats frequently arrive in various forms causing rejection at home, at school, and even at work. Finding that safe “place” to worship without malicious threats and finding the inner peace to continue to share Jesus no matter the cost is a spiritual battle.
As the Holy Spirit calls you to a specific corner of the world, please pray for believers to remain steadfast when their own lives are at risk. These resources will equip and guide you through prayer for those who risk much for Jesus.
In the 2023 Free Digital Resource Kit for the International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church:
Two inspirational video options that will inspire your church, small group or Sunday School class to pray for those who risk much for Jesus.
Downloadable prayer card to help your family, group or church observe IDOP together. This card provides scriptures related to Christian persecution and outlines the biggest prayer needs of those who are risking much for Jesus.
Other Ways to Get Involved
How to Pray on International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church
Praying for Persecuted Believers Who C.O.U.N.T. the Cost of Following Jesus
Go deeper in prayer for persecuted believers by using the acronym C.O.U.N.T.
Courage
Pray for persecuted believers in Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Cuba, Iran, India, North Africa, North Korea, Venezuela, and globally to have the Courage to face off against detractors with grace, love, and peace.
Opportunity
Pray for persecuted believers to stand firmly against threats and see the hardship as an Opportunity to share Christ as a bold witness.
United
Anger and strife often threaten the unity, pray for discouraged believers to stand United in faith as they show Jesus’ love.
Nation in View
Adopt a Nation where the gospel is restricted, and the church is underground. Pray for them daily to stand firm and move the Kingdom forward even though the risks are significant.
Triumph
Despite the hatred, emptiness, and frustration that comes with threats and attacks, pray the power of the Holy Spirit to prevail and Triumph in the dark moments and difficult places.
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