Dengue Problems

Dengue Fever is still continuing to sweep the city. In many of the government hospitals in Delhi right now, there are 2-3 people to a bed receiving treatment for Dengue Fever. Most hospitals in the city are full and have run out of beds because of the amount of people in Delhi with Dengue. With the Commonwealth Games coming in just a few days, this could go from a big problem to a really huge problem with hundreds of thousands of people flocking to the city. Please pray that Dengue start decreasing in the city. October is supposed to be the worst month for Dengue, pray that it isn't. Pray for Christians as they minister to those that are sick! Pray that they share the good news and share hope with those that are sick and hurting!

Joy of Giving Week

This week in India it is the "Joy of Giving Week." It is said that it is: "An Event that Brings India together to celebrate Joy in the Act of Giving." Many people here in Delhi (and the rest of world) give in order to benefit themselves. Karma plays a big part in this here in India.

Please pray for Christians during this week. Pray that while giving, they won't just give, but share about Jesus' love. Pray that many receive the gift of eternal life and a relationship with Jesus and understand true joy!

Commonwealth Games

Please continue to pray for the Commonwealth Games. They will be taking place in just a few days now! Here are some things you can pray for:

- Pray for safety during the games. A national terrorist group has said that they are planning on attacking the Commonwealth Games. Pray for safety during the games. Pray that Christians will know how to act and respond to any dangers that may happen.

- Pray for the Christians from all over Delhi that are working together to reach the city and those in the city during the Commonwealth Games. Pray for church members to get involved in outreach during those 13 days. Pray that they will use this awesome opportunity and the city will be changed because of it!

Monsoon Effects

The Times of India Newspaper has reported that this is the most rain Delhi has had in the last 35 years! As of yesterday, the water level in the Yamuna touched 207.03 meters - this is over 2 meters above the danger mark! This is a big problem in Delhi. There are many homes and villages on the Yamuna flood plains and many people are losing their homes and entire villages are under water. There are many people staying in government relief camps until the flood waters recede. The rains are flooding farming areas also which has caused the price of vegetables to rise. The rains effect everyone in Delhi. The rains have also caused a drastic increase in Mosquito breeding. Many mosquitoes are carrying the dengue virus. One doctor was quoted yesterday as saying that she (along with her fellow doctors) each see 20-25 cases every day of people with dengue. Although the numbers are very disputed, some people say there are over 5,000 cases of dengue in Delhi.

Please pray for the Christian workers in Delhi. Pray that they stay protected from Dengue so that they can continue to share Jesus' love with everyone! Pray that Christians will care for their friends that have Dengue and share the love of Jesus with them. Pray for those that are effected by the flooding. Pray for Christians to show them Jesus' love by helping them and sharing with them.

Ganesh Chaturathi

*Photo courtesy of todaysheadlines.org

Today is the final day of the holiday called Ganesh Chaturathi. This holiday is not largely celebrated in Delhi as it is in other parts of India, but many people still worship to the god Ganesh during this holiday for 10 days and then submerge the idols on the 10th day. Today, the last day, is when people go to the "holy rivers" of India and submerge Ganesh idols into the water. Please pray for people that are doing this today. Pray that they will feel empty inside while doing this. Pray that they know that something is missing in their lives. Pray for Christians in Delhi to share Jesus with these people!

Post-Celebrations

Today is the last day of Eid celebrations in Delhi. Ramadan and Eid will be over and the lives of the Muslims of Delhi will go back to normal. Please pray for these Muslims. Pray that they continue to have dreams and visions that lead them to a relationship with Jesus! Pray that the Christians of Delhi will not be afraid to share with them. Pray for boldness!

Eid-ul-Fitr

Today is the Holiday called Eid-ul-Fitr, or more commonly known as Eid. This begins on the last day of Ramadan. In Delhi and the rest of South Asia, this holiday is celebrated for 3 days. On the first day, after their Eid prayers, it is common for families to visit graveyards and pray for the salvation of departed family members.

Pray for the Muslims of Delhi during this time. Pray that they will be told what true salvation is! Pray that the Christians of Delhi will be bold and not afraid to tell Muslims they know or meet about the salvation that comes only through Jesus Christ!

Night of Power - Ramadan - part 2

Tonight is the Night of Power for Muslims in this time of Ramadan. The Night of Power is from sunset to dawn and is considered the holiest night of the year. Many Muslims believe that there are groups of special angels who are only seen on the Night of Power. They believe that these angels perform special purposes - some for worship, some there to grant requests of Muslims and some bring proclamations of the coming year.

Tonight, many Muslims think this is a special night when God gives heed to their requests. Many people are open to dreams and visions and see for guidance and revelation on this day. Many Muslims pray all night while seeing a response to specific requests they may have. One common belief is that Angels will give blessings to those that say awake during this night.

Please pray for the Muslims of Delhi on this night. Our God does many amazing things on this night! Many Muslims have dreams and visions on this night that lead them to Jesus! Please pray that Our Father will draw them to himself on this night.

Researchers contend that 80% of new Christians in Delhi & the rest of South Asia come to Christ as a direct result of supernatural encounters.

Please pray for a supernatural move of the Holy Spirit to reveal Jesus to the many Muslims in Delhi who will seek God tonight!

Night of Power - Ramadan

Tomorrow night is the "Night of Power" during the Ramadan celebrations. The actual day of the Night of Power is debated, but it is the anniversary of the night that Muslims believe the first verses of the Quran were revealed to Muhammad. On this day, Muslims often pray extra prayers, particularly the night prayer.

God often works in miraculous ways throughout the Muslim world on this night! Every year there are stories of Muslims having dreams or visions that lead them to Jesus. Please pray that the Muslims of Delhi would have dreams and visions that lead them to a relationship with Jesus! Please pray for the Muslims of Delhi as they are preparing for the Night of Power tomorrow night.

Pray for Muslims!

God loves Muslims and wants every one of them to have a relationship with him. Many Christians do not pray for Muslims because of prejudices or fears. Please pray and ask God to give us and other Christians a heart that is filled with love and compassion towards Muslims. Please pray for the Muslims of Delhi. Pray that their hearts are open during this Ramadan season and that many will come to a relationship with Jesus! Please also pray for other Christians in Delhi that they will not be afraid to share with their Muslim friends and neighbors.