Topic: Caring for aging parents
Today we pray for Attendees: Leanne, Vicki, Janelle, and Debbie
“I tell you the truth,” Jesus said to them, “no one who has left home or wife or brothers or parents or children for the sake of the kingdom of God will fail to receive many times as much in this age and, in the age to come, eternal life.” Luke 18:29–30
There is no doubt that loss, pain, and worry (even guilt) accompanies leaving loved ones behind for the sake of following His call on one’s life. Lord, Counselor, would You please give great discernment of how best to care for aging parents long-distance. We ask for peace, love, understanding, appreciation, and clear communication among siblings—along with provision for the various stages of transition as the needs become more complicated. Grant wisdom and provision (along with timing) for “emergency” visits. If parents do not know Jesus as their Savior, would You bring them into intimate relationship with You before they die? Father, comfort all hearts involved, and bless families with significant connections when face-to-face, as well as long distance.
In Jesus’ name, Amen.
©2017 Thrive
Regional Prayer Focus Nation: Ukraine
Challenges for Prayer
Expatriate agencies. Light in the East, SGA, SEND,IMB and others faithfully served the persecuted church before 1989 and continue to do so today. More have flocked to the country since then, but all too often with insensitivity to local cultural and financial issues. There is still a place for long-term workers willing to learn the language and culture, most particularly in Bible teaching, leadership training and facilitating/assisting Ukrainians in setting up their own ministries and missions.
Indigenous agencies. A blossoming of agencies followed independence with Ukrainians now working in outreach (evangelism, literature, media), with children (in summer camps and schools), and especially in humanitarian work (with prisoners, hospitals, orphanages and soup kitchens).
Excerpts taken from Operation World