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Intercessor Guide
O God, with all our hearts, we long for you. Come, transform us to be Christ-centred, Spirit-empowered, Mission-focused people, multiplying disciples everywhere.
June 8
Bible Readings:
John 13:1–17; Colossians 3:1–17
Reflection Questions:
- To what extent would you identify with Paul’s statement that “Christ is your life”? How does your life reflect the servant heart of Jesus?
- Are there things at the centre of your life that you need to put to death so that Christ can be the centre?
- How can you clothe yourself with Christ so that the image of the Creator is more clearly reflected in you?
Prayer Prompts:
- That our longing to be All Things Jesus would give us the courage to put everything contrary to death.
- That the compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, patience, forgiveness, and love of Jesus would be the very centre of how we live as his people.
- That we would follow the example of Jesus in washing the feet of all.
- That the Pashtun would experience the joy of being God’s chosen people, who are holy and dearly loved.
Listening Prayer:
- Jesus, which of your character traits do you want me to focus on putting on today? How can I do that?
Pashtun:
Pashtuns have a reputation as independent and fearless people. They are also known for their love for children, close-knit families, and rich literary history of poetry and proverbs woven skillfully into daily discourse. They are lavish in their hospitality and generosity to guests. Their clothing and textiles are expressive and filled with brilliant, striking colours and patterns.
There are approximately 40-45 million Pashtuns, mainly in Afghanistan and Pakistan. The Joshua Project suggests about 47,000 Pashtuns call Canada home. Less than 0.1% of this people group are Christian. Typically, the Gospel is met with resistance and hostility by Pashtuns.
Pray with us:
Lord Jesus, thank you for how warm and hospitable Pashtuns are. You welcome us with your arms open wide, and we pray that you will bless many Pashtuns with that warm embrace.
We know that you are watching each of them and that you long for them to come home to you. Bless whole households and tribes with dreams and visions. Lead them to gospel witnesses who will introduce them to your warm embrace.
Bless the few Pashtun believers to grow in faith and resilience despite persecution and suffering. Bless them with miraculous Kingdom breakthroughs among all the Pashtun tribes. Amen.
Pray the vision prayer with us: