They confront spiritual and physical oppression that we can’t imagine. Missionaries walk boldly into some of the darkest areas of the earth. Those who go out weeping, carrying seed to sow, will return with songs of joy, carrying sheaves with them.” – Psalm 126:5-6 6. “Those who sow with tears will reap with songs of joy.
LDS SCRIPTURES ABOUT PRAYER TRIAL
The joy of the Lord is our strength! Pray that the joy of the Lord will sustain your missionaries in every trial and setback. “The LORD will watch over your coming and going both now and forevermore.” – Psalm 121:8 Ask the Lord to protect them against illness, injury, and danger. Pray for your missionaries’ safety and protection. “And my God will meet all your needs according to the riches of his glory in Christ Jesus.” – Philippians 4:19 4. Pray for God’s provision over their family and ministry. On a tight, missionary budget, the smallest unexpected expense can create a major financial strain. They will have no fear of bad news their hearts are steadfast, trusting in the Lord.” – Psalm 112:6-7 3. “Surely the righteous will never be shaken they will be remembered forever. Ask the Lord to bring people across their path who would encourage and uplift them. Pray against discouragement, disappointment, fear, and doubt.
They will soar on wings like eagles they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.” – Isaiah 40:31 2. “Those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. Pray for their strength and endurance to run the race - that the Lord would remind them He is working deep in hearts even when it seems like nothing is happening. Missionaries can often feel as though they’ve sown much with a little harvest. Use these verses to help direct your prayer time and speak life-giving words over your missionaries abroad. Below are a few areas where missionaries most desire your prayers. When you’re not sure where to start, start praying scripture over them. But if you ask any missionary what they need the most, you will get one consistent, resounding request: “Please pray for us!” But it can be hard to know what exactly to pray if you haven’t been there yourself or if their outgoing communication is limited. Sometimes they even ask for our physical presence to help with large projects and outreaches. They long for our words of encouragement. They need monthly financial support, ministry resources, and medical and tech equipment. Missionaries need committed supporters back home. They leave their homes, families, and everything they know for one purpose: to share God’s message of hope and love with the world. The life of a full-time missionary is not for the faint of heart.
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