What a blessed assurance! When facing an uncertain world and future, we can stand on the unchanging truth that our God still rules and reigns! Nothing occurs that will surprise Him or somehow alter what His divine plans and authority have established.

As those who follow Jesus as Savior and King, we have even more assurance: Since we are receiving a Kingdom that cannot be shaken [firm, stable, forever], let us have grace by which we serve God acceptably with reverence and godly fear (Heb 12:28).

Regardless of circumstances, we can serve the Lord and walk in His great grace, doing so with confidence that then gives rise to His unstoppable joy. For we know with certainty that the day is coming when, The Kingdoms of this world will become the Kingdom of our Lord and of His Christ, and He shall reign forever and ever (Rev 11:15).

The world around us is in a desperate, confused and broken state, bound by their own sin, rebellion and selfish rejection of God and His ways. In the midst of that, may we be found lifting a new song of praise to our God and boldly declaring the simple truths of Christ’s Gospel of salvation to everyone we encounter.

In these days, the lost are awaiting a messenger of hope from the One true and living God – and that messenger is you!

1. MIDDLE EAST ESCALATION
The conflict between Hamas and Israel continues. In addition, numerous terrorist groups (proxies of Iran) are sending out rockets against Israel and U.S. military installations, and attempting to stop international shipping in the Persian Gulf.

Those suffering the most are the civilians, in particular the Christians of all ethnic backgrounds who live in these areas of the world.

Please pray for:

• A swift decrease of all violence, especially in Israel, and for the immediate rescue and release of all hostages held in Gaza.
• The international community to act in righteousness to curtail and censor those parties responsible for the violence.
• The Spirit of God to be poured out in this region, and the radical conversion of terrorist leaders to Christ (as in the case of Saul to Paul in Acts Chapter 9).
• The binding of demonic spirits of violence and lawlessness.
• Protection and safety for all noncombatants, especially for the Christians and their churches who remain bold in their witness through both word and deed.
• Provision and comfort for those who have lost loved ones, homes and businesses.

2. INDIA 
In the midst of a political campaign for re-election, Prime Minister Modi just dedicated a major Hindu temple which had been built over the top of a destroyed Muslim mosque. It is reported that more mosques are being torn down to build even more Hindu temples.

This is sending a forceful message and warning that Hinduism in India is superior to all other religions and there is only room for Hindus in India. And it is no surprise that this is creating much tension, conflict and fear.

The elections will begin in April of 2024. There is high potential and an expectation for escalating violence in the coming months, not only between Muslims and Hindus, but toward Christians who tend to be the hardest-hit targets in the radical “Hindu Only” agenda.

Please pray for:

• Protection and safety for the Christ followers in India, and their churches.
• Boldness and wisdom as Christians continue to share the Gospel, especially among the unreached people groups.
• Hearts, eyes and ears to be opened to the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
• The binding up of violence, terrorism and hatred sparked by the upcoming elections.
• A sense of hope and clarity of purpose for the Believers, and even in the midst of tribulation they would have joy.

3. WORLD MAP
Four World MAP Pastors’ Seminars in India – Feb 26-Mar 18, 2024

Please pray:

• For the swift and safe transport of The Shepherd’s Staff books now en route to the India seminar locations.
• For pastors’ hearts to be open and prepared to receive all that the Lord would have for them during these four seminars.
• For a mighty outpouring of God’s Spirit at every event, with miracles, signs and wonders accompanying the preaching of the Word.
• That there would be a powerful anointing on the teaching and ministry times.
• Safety for the team as they travel not only to and from India, but to the various locations within the country to host these seminars.

God has given to us by His divine power all things that pertain to life and godliness through personally knowing Christ our Lord. (2 Pet.1:3) So let us take what we have been given and give it freely away – for as you do, even more will be poured out to you!

For Thine is the Kingdom, power and glory forever!
Dr. Frank and Wendy Parrish,
World MAP