November 21

Pray for Missionaries

May the LORD answer you when you are in distress; may the name of the God of Jacob protect you. May he send you help from the sanctuary and grant you support from Zion (Psalm 20:1, 2).

Scripture: Psalm 20

Song: “Lion and the Lamb”

Early one morning my husband appeared in the doorway of my home office. Choking back tears, he shared the devastating news. Co-workers living overseas had realized their greatest nightmare when insurgents stormed their guest house. One woman was shot dead, another kidnapped, and the guard hired to watch the front entrance was beheaded. Our hearts were broken.

What could we do to support the friends and families who had lost their loved ones? How could we help the young woman who had been abducted and was likely being tortured by those who captured her? We could pray—repeat the promises of love, care, and protection found in God’s Word. He sees what happens at the very ends of the earth. He is the most powerful over all. He alone can rescue and comfort.

All over the world men and women live and work in countries hostile to the good news of Christ. Although they can’t speak freely and share the gospel with words, they can demonstrate the love of God to those around them by developing close relationships and performing good deeds in the name of Jesus. As you and I go about our daily business, we have an awesome responsibility to support our at-risk brothers and sisters in prayer.

Powerful Savior, please protect Your overseas workers and rescue those who are being held captive. For Your name’s sake, amen.