A man held in Russia on an espionage allegation is a missionary dispatched there to support the needy and spread the gospel – with special focus on assistance to NK workers and defectors in Vladivostok. The Christian aid group he is associated with has stated that he was living in this Russian city in order to distribute clothes, medicines and daily necessities to underprivileged people there, including poor foreign workers, while working to evangelize them.
[Source: March 13, 2024 AP news]
1. Pray for Protection and Safety: Pray for the man’s protection and safety while he is held in Russia. Ask for God’s divine shield around him, keeping him safe from harm and granting him peace in this challenging time.
2. Pray for Legal Favor and Swift Release: Pray for favor in the legal system and for his swift and safe release. Ask God to move the hearts of the authorities and grant wisdom to his legal representatives.
3. Pray for his Mission and Work: Pray that his mission to support the needy and spread the gospel will continue to bear fruit despite his current situation. Ask that his work, particularly among NK workers and defectors, will be blessed and sustained.
4. Pray for the Underprivileged and Foreign Workers: Pray for the underprivileged people, including poor foreign workers, who benefited from his ministry. Ask God to provide for their needs and to raise up others who can continue the work of distributing clothes, medicines, and daily necessities.
5. Pray for the Christian Aid Group: Pray for the Christian aid group he is associated with. Ask for God’s guidance, provision, and strength for them as they continue their mission in Vladivostok and elsewhere.
6. Pray for Evangelistic Efforts: Pray for the ongoing evangelistic efforts in Vladivostok. Ask that the seeds of the gospel that have been planted will grow and flourish, leading many to Christ despite the current challenges.