LIBYA IN CRISIS

The United Nations estimates that more than 100,000 people have crossed into the neighboring nations of Tunisia and Egypt in an attempt to flee the oppressive crackdown by dictator, Muammar al-Qadhafi. One report estimated 1,000 people were escaping into Tunisia every hour.

Although the government has killed untold numbers of demonstrators, the opposition to al-Qadhafi continues to grow. Protesters have taken control of several cities and reportedly shot down a government plane. The military surrounded rebels in Zawiya, about 30 miles east of Tripoli, but the rebels have refused to retreat.


PRAY FOR:

* an end to the bloodshed in Libya. Pray for the Lord to touch the hearts of the military forces and for them to refuse to murder fellow citizens. (The Bible, Romans 12:17)
* the salvation of Muammar al-Qadhafi. Ask the Lord to direct this man's heart and lead him to do the right thing in Libya. (The Bible, I Timothy 2:1-4; Proverbs 21:1)
* the Lord to raise up leadership in Libya that will bring Him glory. Pray for Him to protect Libya and keep it from being ruled by wicked men and women. (The Bible, Daniel 2:21; Proverbs 2:12)
* Christians in Libya to avoid the temptation to panic and live in fear. Pray for the Lord to fill them with strength and courage. Ask Him to provide them with opportunities to share the Gospel in this crisis. (The Bible, Joshua 1:7; I Corinthians 16:9)
* Muslims in Libya to be set free from the lies and bondage of Islam. Pray for the Lord to pour out His Holy Spirit on this nation and its people. (The Bible, Colossians 1:13; Acts 2:32,33)
* the power of God to be evidenced in this conflict. Pray for God's people around the world to cry out to Him on behalf of Libya. (The Bible, Psalm 68:28; Colossians 4:2)
* a great harvest of souls from this crisis. Invite the Kingdom of God to come to Libya, as it is in heaven. (The Bible, Matthew 6:10)