2026 February Prayer Corps

All these are the beginning of birth pains (Mt 24:8).

Our world continues teetering on the edge of total chaos. As Christ-followers, we have already been warned about what accompanies these birth pains. And because lawlessness will abound, the love of many will grow cold. But he who endures to the end shall be saved (Mt 24:12,13).

If we stopped reading at that point in our Bibles, it would seem that we should just run toward our bunkers and stay there while hellishness consumes the world and we quietly await Christ’s soon return.

And yet … Jesus’ words of instruction for us continue: And this Gospel of the Kingdom will be preached in all the world as a witness to all the nations (people groups), and then the end will come (Mt 24:14).

Our conflicts in this world are ultimately not political or cultural. Yes, we should pray for those in authority (1Ti 2:1-7), and use our influence in the culture for righteousness. But being consumed by politics or cultural conflicts – even in the church – does not solve the real issues at hand and, frankly, just adds to the birth pains!

The real conflicts we face are spiritual (Ep 6:10-20). And the solutions are also spiritual. Jesus charged us with both the responsibility and privilege to partner with God in bringing His Kingdom to impact the hearts of minds of people everywhere.

The ultimate problem in every nation is a spiritual one. No political party or social justice will solve this fundamental breakdown. This spiritual problem is also a heart problem. Lost and broken people, who do not know or truly follow Christ, perpetuate more brokenness and evil.

As followers of Christ, and as those who carry the only real hope for the nations, we are called to be ambassadors (representatives) of another King and His Kingdom (2Cor.5:20). In these unprecedented days, we have a serious choice to make. Do we grasp this moment and press forward to follow our Savior in the power of His Spirit, ignited by His vision of seeking and saving the lost? Or do we squander this time by becoming apathetic, or comfortable to just hunker down and “go with the flow” of what is easiest?

Many prophets today are speaking boldly about the season before us as the Body of Christ. They are urging us to intercede daily, repent from compromise in our lives and in the church, and to walk in bold Spirit-filled evangelism and personal consecration.

They are calling believers to pray every day for national revival, to pray in our homes and for our families, to challenge our congregations to pray more fervently, and to hold prayer meetings to pray for the Lord to save this generation!

We are being urged to not just pray for revival, but to start LIVING revival! Whatever is in your life that should not be there, get it out. Whatever God is calling you to, rise up now and apply yourself to it.

We might be tempted to believe that, against the clear onslaught of evil in this day, one person alone cannot make a difference. But the Bible is clear: The effective and fervent prayers (sincere, persistent and faith-filled) of just one righteous person can accomplish much! (Ja 5:16). The fate of nations, filled with countless people that Christ died for, is in your hands, and can be changed by your prayers and your voice!

We are witnessing intense birth pains, brought on by lawlessness, betrayal, greed and wickedness. Even so, we must not let our love for Jesus and people grow cold due to fear, frustration or feelings of helplessness. Those lies of Satan must not succeed!

Instead, let us daily lift up holy hands in prayer and worship to our King, extend our hands to others in service, and raise our voices to speak to the lost, telling them of the One Who can bring hope and life to every heart, and revival to every nation!

The people of Iran have been emboldened to rise up against their evil and oppressive leaders. In the midst of the protests and upheaval, the government is responding with murderous rage and brutal violence, shutting down all outside communication and cries for help. Some say as many as 40,000 people have been murdered, with tens of thousands more injured.

Terrorist groups from other countries have been brought in to “stamp out” protests and murder the innocent. Iranian Christians are being targeted for arrest or execution, even if they are uninvolved in the protests.

International tensions are also on the rise as the US moves military assets to the area.

Please pray for:

• For the cessation of violence by the government and military against its own people. 
• Against further escalation of other nations’ military forces getting involved.
• That demonic activity, and every evil spirit and principality, would be bound and brought down, as well as human arrogance that commits acts of evil.
• For supernatural protection of the innocent in Iran.
• For the dissolution of the current government and the formation of a more righteous and free governmental system.
• That Iranian Christians would be protected, and also emboldened to share the Gospel in the midst of the turmoil.

From February 17 to March 19, Muslims will observe their annual month of daily fasting called Ramadan. It is to be marked by inner searching as to the state of their soul and renewed commitment to their god, Allah. They also celebrate family each evening with a feast.

Terrorist groups use Ramadan as an excuse to commit acts of violence and persecution. At the same time, many Muslims are praying to hear from Allah during this time. Of course, a dead idol does not speak. But some Muslims do have very real supernatural encounters with the risen Christ in dreams and visions, and receive Him as Lord.

Please pray for:

• Multitudes of Muslims to come to saving faith in Jesus Christ during Ramadan.
• An outpouring of God’s Spirit in dreams, visions and miracles pointing to Jesus as Savior.
• Laborers to boldly share the Gospel and testify of Christ to Muslims.
• The thwarting of all planned acts of terror and violence.
• Demonic religious spirits that drive Islam to be bound, and all its lies exposed.
• A deep hunger and thirst for genuine righteousness to develop in Muslims, and their eyes blinded by deception to be opened to the truth of Jesus Christ.

Recording continues on the extensive teaching series about the Holy Spirit. Good progress has been made, but we covet your prayers for this important project.

We still have two large shipments of Shepherd’s Staffs held up in ports. Please pray for the quick release of these books, and that customs fees would be honest and reasonable.

World MAP also has numerous seminar opportunities before us this year. Thanks for praying for the mind of the Lord and His perfect will and timing regarding these open doors.

Seek the Lord while He may be found, call upon Him while He is near. Let the lost forsake his way and his thoughts, let him return to the Lord, and He will have mercy on him and abundantly pardon (Is 55:6,7). Yes, and amen!

Praying with you,
Dr. Frank and Wendy Parrish, World MAP Executive Directors