When something tragic happens to Muslims, Muslim stakeholders don’t wait for the government.
They take action. Their governors, clerics, scholars, activists, and influencers swing into motion.
Heck, didn’t about 33 Muslim SANs provide legal defense for the killers of Deborah?
But it is not so with us Christians in the Nigerian church. Muslim authorities take the protection of Muslims as their responsibility.
Even though they are the terrorists, killers, and aggressors, their leaders and institutions still mount a defense for them.
But this is not the case for the Nigerian church, who are being innocently killed by Muslims.
It doesn’t matter how many people Muslim terrorists kill in Jos, Kwara, Kano, or Borno.
It doesn’t matter how many priests or friars are kidnapped.
It doesn’t matter how many pastors are burned in their cars, or how many Christians are killed in their homes.
It doesn’t matter.
Hardly any prominent pastor makes a strong, demanding statement to the government.
We rarely see a coalition of influential ministers making firm, decisive statements or petitioning the government.
It seems that no matter the tragedy, our conferences still go on.
Our music concerts are still held as scheduled. We still shut down stadiums.
We still gather and gleefully upload arrival reels in our exotic cars on social media.
We are dying, and yet we are at ease.
The Bible places a woe on that:
“Woe to those who are at ease in Zion, and to those who feel secure on the mountain of Samaria…” — Amos 6:1
The reason we behave this way in the South is because we think what is happening in the North will not reach us.
Judah thought so too. They believed the calamity that befell Northern Israel at the hands of the Assyrians would not happen to them in the South.
But it did.
And remember, we are meant to stand for one another.
Mordecai told Esther that she had been placed in power so she could use her position to save her people:
“For if you remain silent at this time, relief and deliverance for the Jews will arise from another place… And who knows whether you have come to the kingdom for such a time as this?” — Esther 4:14
So what is the essence of the money, access, power, reach, and influence we constantly boast about, if we cannot use them to help save our own people?
Dear God,
Thank You for the precious gift of life and for a love that never runs out. This Saturday, we are grateful for Your mercy, Your faithfulness, and the opportunity to begin again today.
Almighty God, as we step into this day, walk with us. Order our steps and guide our thoughts, our words, and our actions. Surround us with Your favor, open the right doors, and close every door that is not meant for us. Grant us wisdom and strength, and protect us and our loved ones from harm.
We declare that this day is blessed. No weapon formed against us shall prosper. Goodness and mercy follow us, opportunities align in our favor, and everything we touch prospers.
In Jesus’ name, we pray
Dear God,
Thank You for this Monday. Thank You for life, for grace, and for the strength You give us to rise. We acknowledge You as the Lord over this day and over our lives.
As we step into this new week, order our steps. Align our thoughts with Your will and tune our hearts to Your voice. Let us walk in obedience, wisdom, and discernment. We refuse confusion, fear, and distraction. We choose faith, purpose, and excellence.
Go before us, Lord. Establish the work of our hands and cause Your favor to speak for us where our voices cannot reach. May Your presence distinguish us, and may Your name be glorified in our becoming and in all that we will do.
We declare that this Monday is blessed and aligned. We are led by God, favored by heaven, and covered by grace. We do not stagnate, we do not regress, and we do not miss our steps. Our today is purposeful, and our tomorrow is greater. God is glorified in us.
In Jesus' name we pray
Dear God,
Thank You for waking us up today. Thank You for Your mercy that carried us through the night and for Your faithfulness that never runs out.
As we step into this day, we place ourselves in Your hands. Go before us and order our steps. Shape our thoughts, direct our choices, and align our actions with Your will.
Give us clarity for the decisions we face and calm for whatever this day brings. Help us to move through today with confidence, knowing that You are with us.
Cover us with Your favor and protection. Let our work be productive, our words be gracious, and our attitudes reflect Your love.
We commit this day to You, trusting that You are working all things together for our good. May our lives bring You glory in all we do.
In Jesus' name we pray
Dear God,
Thank You for the precious gift of life and for bringing us to this new day. We come before You with grateful hearts, knowing that every moment is a gift from You.
Lord, we place our lives in Your hands. Go before us and guide our steps. Give us wisdom in every decision, strength for every task, and peace in every situation. Help us to focus on what truly matters, to use our time wisely, and to steward well all that You have entrusted to us.
Protect us from distractions, fear, and doubt. Where we feel weak, be our strength. Where we feel unsure, be our guide. Where we grow weary, renew our spirits.
Bless the work of our hands and open doors of opportunity. Let Your favor speak for us even where we cannot. Above all, teach us to walk humbly with You and to honor You in all that we do.
We commit this day into Your care, trusting that You are with us in every moment.
In Jesus’ name we pray
Dear God,
Thank You for the beautiful gift of life. Thank You for reminding us that every breath we take is a testament to Your love and mercy.
Thank You for Your mercies that are new every morning, never failing, never ending.
Gracious God, Your Word in 1 Corinthians 2:9 reminds us that no eye has seen, no ear has heard, and no mind has imagined the things You have prepared for those who love You. Today, we stand on that promise, believing with faith that You have great and wondrous things in store for us.
Please protect us from all harm, both seen and unseen. We trust You fully with our lives, asking that You continue to guide us on the path You have perfectly laid out for us.
In Jesus’ name, we pray
Dear God,
We come before You this Monday morning with hearts full of gratitude. Thank You for the gift of life and for this fresh week. Thank You for Your protection, guidance, and unfailing favor.
Lord, we submit this week into Your hands. Let Your wisdom guide our decisions, Your strength sustain our actions, and Your peace guard our hearts. Remove every distraction, delay, and obstacle that is not part of Your plan for us.
Grant us clarity, focus, and discipline in every task. Let every opportunity align with Your purpose, and may success follow our efforts according to Your will. Protect our minds, bodies, and spirits from negativity and chaos.
Lord, help us walk in Your presence, speak life into every situation, and honor You in all we do. May this week be filled with breakthroughs, answered prayers, and supernatural favor.
In Jesus’ name, we pray
Dear God,
We come before You this morning with gratitude in our hearts. Thank You for waking us up this morning. Thank You for life, for mercy that is new every morning.
Lord, we surrender this day fully to You. We submit our plans, our timelines, and our expectations at Your feet. Guide our steps, order our decisions, and make us exceedingly fruitful.
Lord, purify our motives. Align our desires with Your purpose. Where our hearts are weary, renew us. Where our faith feels small, stretch it. Help us to trust You even when outcomes are unclear and progress feels slow.
We ask for grace to remain disciplined, patient, and consistent. Give us courage to do what is right, even when it is uncomfortable. Protect us and our families.
Lead us, shape us, and be glorified through us.
In Jesus’ name we pray
Dear God,
Thank You for the gift of life and the blessing of a new week. We acknowledge Your sovereignty over every aspect of our lives.
Lord, You have told us in Proverbs 3:5-6 that if we trust You with all our hearts and submit to You, You will make our paths straight.
This week, we commit our plans, our work, and our relationships into Your hands, trusting that You will guide us in all things. Give us the strength and courage to face any challenges that may come our way. Protect us from all harm, and may Your peace guard our hearts and minds.
In Jesus’ name, we pray
Today's Prayer 🙏
Dear Heavenly Father, as 2025 draws to a close, we thank You for Your constant presence through every joy and challenge. Thank You for unseen blessings, lessons in trials, and moments of grace. Forgive our shortcomings and heal our wounds. We release this year's burdens into Your hands. Fill us with hope, wisdom, and purpose for the year ahead.We trust the future to Your unfailing love. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Dear God,
Thank You for the precious gift of life. Thank You for Your love that never runs out. On this Saturday, we are grateful for Your mercy, Your faithfulness, and the opportunity to begin again.
Almighty God, as we step into this day, walk with us. Order our steps and guide our thoughts, our words, and our actions. Surround us with Your favor. Open the right doors for us and close every door that is not meant for us. Grant us wisdom and strength, and protect us and our loved ones from all harm.
We declare that this day is blessed. No weapon formed against us shall prosper. Goodness and mercy shall follow us, opportunities are aligning in our favor, and everything we set our hands to shall prosper.
In Jesus’ name, we pray
Believe in yourself. You will never grow beyond the level of your mindset.
The Romans conquered much of the world because they believed they were destined to rule. They held strong convictions that the gods favored them, and that belief shaped their confidence, discipline, and systems.
In the same way, the beliefs you hold about yourself determine how far you go in life.
It’s bleak out there. Our hearts are tired. Our souls feel heavy. Almighty. We trust You and Your Plan even when we don’t understand it. We know there’s wisdom in Your delay and hidden mercy in Your hardship.
Dear God,
Thank You for the beautiful gift of life. Every breath we take is a testimony of Your love and mercy. Thank You for Your compassion and for Your mercies that are new every morning.
Gracious Father, in 1 Corinthians 2:9 You have promised that no eye has seen, no ear has heard, and no mind has imagined the things You have prepared for those who love You. Today, we stand boldly on that promise, trusting that You have great and glorious things in store for us.
Lord, protect us from every harm, seen and unseen. Cover us with Your hand, shield us with Your grace, and guide our steps along the path You have divinely set before us.
We declare that this is the day that the Lord has made; we will rejoice and be glad in it.
In Jesus’ name we pray