Prayer Matters
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Prayer Matters is published every Tuesday.
Matthew 9:38 Prayer Rhythm
We’re reminded of the challenge from the CCCAust Conference to set an alarm for 9:38 each day and pray Matthew 9:38 — asking the Lord to send workers into His harvest field. We encourage you to join this simple rhythm. Take a moment each day to pray, trusting God to move through His people.
Corey & Amber Tobias, (Vic, DPG Day 5)
Praise God for Kevin’s safe release after nearly ten months in captivity. Pray for deep emotional and physical healing as he reunites with his family, and for God’s restoring work in the hearts of his captors. Ask for continued strength, comfort, and support for all involved. Give thanks for God’s steadfast faithfulness and for those who have prayed throughout this long season.
Ross & Belinda Cruickshank, (QLD, DPG Day 6)
Praise God for five years of Ross’s service with Wycliffe and for the global impact of Keyman. Pray for funding needs, compatibility challenges, and patience as the team works with reduced numbers. Lift up Belinda’s ongoing health monitoring and give thanks for family stability. Pray for the upcoming supporters night and for encouragement through user testimonies.
Phil & Fiona Emery, (PNG, DPG Day 8)
Praise God for the welcome rain in PNG and for Fiona’s tooth pain subsiding, with no serious infection found. Pray for continued rain to sustain neighbours’ gardens, and for Phil and Fiona as they begin Orientation with new missionaries. Give thanks for the joy of reconnecting with local ladies and ask God to deepen these relationships. Thank Him for faithful praying partners.
Eva Kennedy, (Spain, DPG Day 13)
Pray for Eva’s upcoming thyroid biopsy, for peace as she cooks for the Dive Into team, and for new musicians for English worship. Give thanks for meaningful conversations and God’s kindness through recent changes. Pray for Javier as he searches for truth, that the Lord would reveal Himself. Praise God for friendships, growth, and His steady faithfulness.
Farid & Parila Qurbanpur, (QLD, DPG Day 21)
Pray for Parila’s major ankle operation, asking for God’s protection, skilled surgery, and freedom from ongoing pain. Pray for patience and encouragement during her recovery, and that her joy in Christ will bless those she meets. Give thanks for the beautiful celebration of Matthew’s life and ask God to continue strengthening their children’s faith as they navigate deep loss.
John & Sharon Thomson, (USA, DPG Day 25)
Praise God for significant progress in Bloom and new AI tools supporting translation work. Pray for more programmers and wise leadership. Lift up Sharon’s ongoing digestive issues, sleep apnea, and upcoming test results, and John’s eye pressures and knee health. Pray for their October trip plans and continued strength as they serve, teach, and support Bible translation worldwide.
Seng Hock & Luba Yeoh, (Japan, DPG Day 29)
Praise God for the first KGK Chinese Student Camp, where students were refreshed and two came to faith. Pray for seekers like Jing and for Bao as he grows in understanding. Pray urgently for missing Brother Yang’s safety. Lift up upcoming KGK camps, the team retreat, outreach at the University of Tokyo, and Luba’s Old Testament project.
