Finding Peace Amid the Storm: Start the “Praying through Anxiety” YouVersion Plan
Anxiety can be an unwelcome companion that sneaks into our lives when we least expect it. The unwanted cloud of anxiety affects millions of people worldwide—regardless of age, background, or circumstances. Anxiety can be triggered by work stress, relationships, health concerns, and uncertainties of life. Its grip can be suffocating, leaving us feeling helpless and overwhelmed. But here’s the good…
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Prayer Request: United Bible Societies’ 2017 Day of Prayer
On May 9, 150 Bible Societies working in more than 200 countries and territories around the world will join in a day of prayer. The annual United Bible Societies’ Day of Prayer is a time to thank God for his provision and to seek his wisdom and guidance in the shared mission of getting his Word into the hands and…
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Pray for Healing and Peace for Syrians
In a recent report from Bible Society of Syria, we heard the story of Bana*, a Syrian woman who was held captive for more than a year by a military group. Armed with a small Bible, she daily prayed Bible verses. After being released she wrote: “Due to my own experience, I started believing so strongly that God would not…
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Prayer Request: Philadelphia Leaders Training to Care for Trauma Victims
Leaders from the Philadelphia area will learn how to care for people hurt by trauma such as abuse, disaster or violence, at a Bible-based trauma healing training in May. In these sessions, participants learn the model for Bible-based trauma healing, explore their own past and need for healing, learn how to lead groups in a participatory way, and develop plans…
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Prayer Request: Bible Translation in Rural China
The church in China continues to grow exponentially, with an estimated 1 million believers joining churches across the country each year. But there are 115 million people in China whose heart language is not Mandarin. Of those, about 77 percent don’t have access to Scripture in their native language. These individuals often live in remote areas and survive on less…
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Prayer Request: Bible Agencies Collaborate at Gathering in Israel
Join us in praying for the upcoming Forum of Bible Agencies International (FOBAI) annual meeting. FOBAI is an alliance of more than 25 international Bible agencies with a shared vision of working together to maximize access to God’s Word. By joining together to confront issues that affect churches and communities, Bible agencies have greater impact and provide crucial support in…
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Prayer Request: New York City
Recently I sat down with our point person for Bible ministry in New York City, Enid Almanzar, to get an update on how God is working through his Word in the “Big Apple.” Here’s a little of our conversation that can guide you in praying for God’s Word to transform lives in New York City: What do you love about…
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