Why Missionaries Need Prayer
People who bring the message of salvation to others who never had an opportunity to hear are under assault from many enemies, physical and spiritual. These enemies look for every opportunity to stop or discourage missionaries. The Psalms give cries for help that still resonate today:
“You are my shield, and you give me victory and great honor.
I pray to you, and you answer from your sacred hill.
I sleep and wake up refreshed because you, LORD, protect me” (3:3-5 CEV).
“How long must I be confused and miserable all day?
How long will my enemies keep beating me down?
Please listen, LORD God, and answer my prayers.
Make my eyes sparkle again, or else I will fall into the sleep of death …
I trust your love, and I feel like celebrating because you rescued me.
You have been good to me, LORD, and I will sing about you” (13:2-6 CEV).
Suggested Resources:
Purpose Driven Life’s How to Pray for Missionaries
Essays on how and why to pray for missionaries, missionary kids, etc.