Day 39: Dhaka

Dhaka, Bangladesh

Major religions: Islam (87%), Christian (<1%)

% Unreached: 90%

Prayer needs

• Pray that the government's increasingly restrictive laws against Christians will be modified, and that Islamist groups will not prevail in restricting other religions.

• Pray that Christian media, literature, and Bibles would continue to reap a harvest and that the demand can be met.

• Pray that the Prince of Peace might be known on university campuses, where gang warfare has taken many lives.

Prayer starter

“You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hidden. Nor do people light a lamp and put it under a basket, but on a stand, and it gives light to all in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven." - Matthew 5:14-16

Lord Jesus, Light of the world, I thank you and praise you for what you did, coming into our darkness and showing us your light. I pray for your people in Dhaka, that they would be a light in that place, giving you glory by their works. Give them opportunities to share your love with others, in word and deed, and boldness to talk about you with those that do not know you. Encourage them when they feel intimidated or alone.

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