January 2026 Prayer Guide

by Bashar Abdo
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“Looking to Our Blessed Hope” — Titus 2:13

As we begin a new year, we do not place our confidence in the promises of time, but in the unchanging promises of God. May our prayers reflect eternal hope, missional urgency, and total dependence on Christ.

1. Pray for Hearts to Be Drawn to Christ Through God’s Word

Pray that as Scripture goes forth through TV, radio, social media, discipleship, humanitarian ministry, and personal witness, the Lord would draw many to Himself.

Prayer Focus:

  • That unbelievers would hear the gospel clearly
  • That seekers would encounter Christ personally
  • That believers would grow in obedience and discipleship
  • That the Word would not return void (Isaiah 55:11)

2. Pray for the Launch of The Wisdom Journey

We rejoice in God’s provision for the January 12 launch of our new daily discipleship program in Arabic.

Prayer Focus:

  • Our media leader “J” and follow-up leader “G”
  • Fruitful broadcasting across the Middle East
  • Spiritual hunger and open hearts
  • Technical excellence and smooth operations
  • Faithful follow-up & discipleship
  • Multiplication of disciples for the glory of Christ

3. NEW: Pray for Endure’s FM Radio Broadcasts in the West Bank

In February 2026, Endure begins FM broadcasts on two stations in the West Bank—an area marked by deep despair, conflict, and spiritual hunger—bringing the hope of God’s Word to those who might never otherwise hear it.

Prayer Focus:

  • Open doors for continued access and transmission
  • For many to hear the Scriptures and reach out for follow-up
  • Protection for local churches and believers
  • Spiritual fruit leading to repentance, faith, and discipleship

4. Pray for All of Endure’s Follow-Up Teams Around the World

Our social media and follow-up workers labor daily to answer questions, disciple seekers, guide new believers, and strengthen churches under pressure.

Prayer Focus:

  • Wisdom, love, and discernment in conversations
  • Protection from spiritual attack
  • Perseverance under persecution
  • Anointing of the Holy Spirit
  • Boldness and compassion in ministry

5. Pray for Countries in Unrest, War, and Turmoil

Many nations in our region are suffering through war, oppression, poverty, and instability. These are not obstacles to the gospel—often they are open doors for it.

Pray Specifically For:

YEMEN

Houthis arresting believers — pray for intervention and immediate release of detained Christians.
Communication blackout — pray for peace for families with no news and for restored contact with the underground church.
Interrogation & pressure — pray for courage, steadfast faith, and God’s protection.
Underground Church — pray for unity, bold witness, and God’s hand of protection over all of them.

IRAN

Civil unrest & oppression — pray for freedom for the oppressed and protection of minorities.
Spiritual hunger — pray for open access to Scripture and discipleship amid censorship.
Persecution of believers — pray for courage and safety for house churches.
Gospel advance — pray that God prospers media and discipleship efforts across Iran at this critical time.

SYRIA

Praise for the end of fighting in Aleppo — pray for a full end to minority suppression, killings, and ethnic cleansing throughout Syria.
Economic collapse, poverty & displacement — pray for provision, protection, and dignity for struggling families.
Church & community care — pray for strength and compassion as churches support the wounded, traumatized, and displaced.
Rebuilding & revival — pray for the restoration of homes, infrastructure, and faith, and for a spiritual awakening among the Syrian people.

LEBANON

Economic crisis & poverty — pray for relief as most struggle with basic needs.
Fuel & medicine shortages — ask God to provide heat and care for the vulnerable this winter.
Political paralysis — pray for stability, wise leadership, and a peaceful resolution to the political deadlock and the threat of civil war.
Church outreach — pray for strength as churches serve refugees, the poor, and the seeking.

SUDAN

Civil war & displacement — pray for a ceasefire and protection of civilians.
Famine risk & scarcity — pray for food, water, and mercy on suffering regions.
Persecution of Christians — pray for safety and courage for believers.
Peace & reconciliation — pray for healing of the nation and the restoration of justice.

GAZA & THE WEST BANK

War & casualties — pray for an end to violence and protection of innocent lives.
Mass displacement — ask God to provide shelter and reunite families.
Shortages of essentials — pray for humanitarian access and care for the sick and vulnerable.
Believers under pressure — pray for courage, fellowship, and deep discipleship.

6. Pray for the Return of Christ — Our Blessed Hope

“We wait for our blessed hope — the appearing of the glory of our great God and Savior Jesus Christ.” — Titus 2:13

We pray not only for temporal relief, but for eternal redemption. Our ultimate hope is not in a new year, but in a returning King.

Because Christ came, we pray.

Because Christ restores, we hope.

Because Christ is with them, they are not alone.


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