We
know we should pray for our enemies but how do we do that? How can we
pray for Christians in the Middle East and those attacking them?
Varela
has given us some very practical suggestions and guidelines for
prayer. She structures her lessons around the names of God. We can
pray for God's presence, His protection, His provision, for His
armies to be released, and much more. She has included written
prayers we can recite or use as a springboard.
The
suggestions in this book come out of Varela's insight into the
challenges faced by those being persecuted by ISIS. Some of the
stories she tells are heart breaking, such as the enslavement of
women and girls. We realize how import prayer support is for them.
Valera
wants us to partner with the purposes of God in loving our enemies
and praying for them. She reminds us of the promises in the Bible and
encourages us to fix out eyes on Jesus. She reminds us of the
importance of worship, including the weapons of praise and
thanksgiving. She gives plenty of illustrations from the Bible for
her teaching.
I
encourage Christians to read this book. We know we should pray but
often just do not know how. Valera has given us specific topics with
sample prayers. Her prayers are bold, such as for peace and healing.
She has also included organizations for which we can pray.
Whether
you feel “called” to pray for the people and situation in the
Middle East or not, we are commanded to pray for our enemies. This
book will give you some great suggestions for doing so.
My
rating: 5/5 stars.
Lorraine
Marie Varela is a professional portrait photographer, author and
life-long follower of Jesus. She and her husband traveled to the
Middle East in 2015 to meet Iraqi Christian refugees. Their stories
gave her a fresh revelation of God's heart of love for the people of
the Middle East. She lives in the Seattle area. You can find out more
at www.LorraineMarie.com.
Chosen
Books, 160 pages.
I
received a complimentary egalley of this book from the publisher for
the purpose of an independent and honest review.
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