How To PRAY for Missionaries*
PRAY for Physical Health
Illness robs missionaries of time and strength. Pray for protection from infections and disease.
PRAY for Emotional Health
The enemy used discouragement, loneliness, temptation and feelings of inadequacy to bring confusion and a sense of ineffectiveness. Pray for power to resist Satan’s attacks and the will to rejoice in spite of difficulties.
PRAY for Family Relationships
Loving family relationships are a testimony to unbelievers that God’s Word is true and his principles work. Missionaries are normal people and face family problems, misunderstandings and challenges. Pray that God gives them grace and the ability to walk in true love and forgiveness.
PRAY for MKs
MKs (missionary kids) have unique privileges but face extraordinary circumstances and, in some cases, feel isolated and detached from family and friends in the United States. Pray that they feel a part of their parent’s ministries and are given opportunities to reflect Christ’s love in their schools. Pray that they feel protected and loved by the Lord, their families and the body of Christ.
PRAY for Cultural Adaptation and Language Learning
Learning a new
language and adapting to unfamiliar sights, sounds and thinking are
difficult. Pray that God gives missionaries the flexibility, the
gift of language learning and the ability to appreciate cultural diversity.
PRAY for the Holy Spirit’s Anointing
Pray that missionaries’ prayer and study times are productive. Pray for wisdom, clarity and direction in ministry activities.
PRAY for Itineration
About one-quarter
of AGWM missionaries are ministering in churches throughout the United
States. Pray that God gives them favor with believers and church
leaders, the ability to present their ministries effectively, protection
as they travel and financial support to return to their places of ministry.
*An excerpt from the “Call to Prayer” for Assemblies of God Missionaries, January to June 2009. Pictures of all AGWM missionaries are listed in this publication and additional information on our missionaries can be found at the AGWM website.