Blog Russia, Ukraine and Prayer

Right now everyone is concerned about Russia’s attack on Ukraine. Many of us have read requests for prayers for missionaries--some who feel called to stay, some even with families, while others feel called to leave. Both have proved difficult. Leaving is not that easy.

Staying means-who-knows-what danger. Ukraine has been a country that has a high Christian population, While there are many different religions represented, according to a survey by Razumkov Centre in 2018, 71.7% of Ukraine citizens claim to be believers. This includes Orthodox, Catholics, and Protestants. Many are not only believers.

These persons of faith firmly believe in sharing their faith and have been active in sending missionaries to other countries. They follow Matthew 28: 18-20 NKJV. “And Jesus came and spoke to them, saying, “...Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all things that I have commanded you; and lo, I am with you always, even to the end of the age.” 

It is no wonder the evil one wants to shut them down. But as Christians, we have power in Jesus. Let us support Ukrainian Christians and other citizens by getting serious with prayer.

Let’s not simply throw a quick word of safety. Let us take time to pray in Jesus’ name for the needs of those who are being attacked. Pray for citizens. Pray for Christians and missionaries. Pray for wisdom and weapons for those fighting.

As you pray think and listen to and allow the Holy Spirit to show you how best to pray. Support our brothers and sisters in Ukraine with prayer. 

© 2022 Carolyn R Scheidies
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Devotion Fighting for Truth

The world seems to be going to “hell in a hand- basket” as one saying goes. It does seem anti-life, anti-family, anti-everything good and righteous is taking over the culture, the schools, and the government.

But this is not the time to give up or to give in. This is the time to recognize we're fighting a spiritual battle with opponents using both willing and duped participants. We're fighting very real darkness and evil.

Ephesians 6:12-13 For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places.

Wherefore take up the whole armor of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand.

We need to fight not with fury and reciprocal evil, but with knowledge of God's Word, His truth, integrity, righteousness, and grace. To fight, we must stay in close fellowship with Jesus, know His Word, and live for Him in a way that makes a difference to those around us.

The only way to fight evil is to fight it in God's way, with faith in his Word, with His truth—and with His love.

Ephesians 6:14-16 Stand therefore, wrap truth around your waist, and put on the breastplate of righteousness; on your feet wear the preparation of the gospel of peace; Above all, take the shield of faith, whereby you shall be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked.

(C) 2016 Carolyn R Scheidies
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