PRAYER LIST No.16!--From WS DO 11/93
"Many are the afflictions of the righteous, but the Lord delivereth him out of them all!"--Psa.34:19.
Dear Family,
God bless you! Following are the more long-term prayer requests from recent months, items for which we would appreciate your continued prayers.
Please use this Prayer List in conjunction with the short-term Prayer Lists. Both lists are important, and we hope you won't neglect these major, more general prayer requests in favour of the specific prayer requests for individuals and their health on the other list. Thanks! We love you!
"Jesus told us that we should always pray, that we should continually pray all the time, all day long; that in everything we do we ought to be `looking unto Jesus.'--Heb.12:2. He says, `Men ought always to pray and not to faint!'--Luke 18:1. He also says, `Pray without ceasing' and `watch and pray'!--1Th.5:17; Mat. 26:41. He knows that we need to, and it's one way the Lord has of keeping us close to Him and continually in His presence, constantly dependent upon Him and His protection." (ML #1957:22,23)
Besides your regular prayer vigils, during which time you pray for our worldwide Family, and besides your silent prayers throughout the day as you go about your work, trying to make it a habit to "pray without ceasing" for and about all your activities, you might want to do like one Home did to further cultivate the habit of prayer in their lives:
"After last Prayer Day, when we did a Word Study on `Prayer' from Letters and pubs that most of us don't read that often, we all felt quite convicted that we don't pray enough and avail ourselves of this immense privilege that the Lord's blessed us with of being able to go to Him in prayer. So we decided to make a detailed prayer list for our Home, not just for our sheep and contacts, but for every aspect of our Home. Then we encouraged everyone to take a few minutes throughout the day to stop and pray for things on this list. There are so many moments in the day where we can stop, either alone or with a couple of other people, to just take a few minutes to bring something before the Lord. We pray that the Lord will help us to make this a habit in our lives."--From Peter, Florence, Joanna and Julie, Pacific.
DAD AND MAMA: For All (OCs and under with guidance)
1. Dad and Mama's security, and protection from vicious enemies of the Family, who are going to great lengths to find them and persecute them. For their continued miraculous protection and safekeeping, as well as that of all our offices and WS Units.
2. Dad's eating, that his food will go down easily with no problems, and that he will get the nourishment he needs.
3. That Dad's sleep will be sweet and undisturbed by noise or bad dreams.
4. Dad's strength, and against the Enemy's attacks on his health.
5. Dad has been having a few little heart pains. For his continued health and well-being.
6. Dad's cough, which wakes him up frequently and seems to be getting worse lately.
7. Dad's eyes, that they will continue to be strong and problem-free.
8. That Dad will get more exercise, and that he won't fall and break any bones. Continued safety and protection from accidents. (See Answered Prayer in PL 15.)
9. Mama's painful eyes.
10. Mama's strength; against weakness, tiredness and frequent headaches.
11. Peter's leg has gradually been getting better, which is miraculous considering the collapsed condition of the muscle. But it's still frequently painful and needs continued prayer.
12. David and Techi and their continued growth and closeness to Jesus.
13. For the spiritual and physical health of Dad and Mama's staff.
WORLDWIDE: For All (OCs and under with guidance)
Parents and Children:
14. The strength, good health and protection of our pregnant mothers; that they will be on guard against the attacks of the Enemy and be desperate for the Lord's protection; that our mommies will receive the good care they need and take care of their diet and health; also that they will learn to exercise their faith muscles as far as going to the Lord in prayer for any complications that arise, and asking counsel and prayer from others. (--And also to their local physician at the first signs of anything unusual.) Against fear, as well as problems or complications. For the Lord to supply friendly, favourable doctors, clinics and midwives for their care and deliveries.
15. Our precious childcare folks, that they can find real fulfilment in their special calling. For the Lord's inspiration and encouragement as they take care of our children, and for the Lord to raise up more young people with a burden for childcare.
16. Our parents' and teachers' anointing in our home schooling program.
17. For our JETTs and teens to have continued breakthroughs in their spiritual walk with the Lord and that they will grow in maturity and in their relationships with their peers. For our JETT and Teen Shepherds' strength, conviction, love and care of these young people, and for more on-fire JETT and Teen Shepherds to be raised up, who will lay down their lives for them and make the sacrifices that are required to help them through their learning & growing times.
18. That the PER can be fully and properly implemented in our Homes.
19. That we can all work together to resolve any problems that are burdening our young people, and that we can bring about any needed changes within the Family. That the Lord will give our young people faith, conviction and strength to hold on through any tough times they may be experiencing, to not let go of their crown, and to pass the test of patience, endurance and faith. That both our adults and young people will be willing and yielded to any changes that may be implemented, and that we will be able to put them into effect speedily, to become even more fruitful in our outreach and happier in our Home life. That our adults will be better able to relate to our young people.
20. For our children, teens and YAs who have been in detention in France and Argentina, that they can get over the trauma and the problems that have resulted, and that their parents, caretakers and Shepherds can give them the special time, help and understanding that they need.
Health:
21. Our Family's overall health and safety.
22. Against epidemics of childhood diseases and seasonal sickness such as flu, which can be quite serious. For protection from childhood diseases going around in the System, which put our children at risk as well. The Enemy is very much on the attack to hit us in any way that he can, and we need desperate preventative prayer against these sicknesses. Please pray that we will be protected from these epidemics that hinder our ministry to others, and that if or when childhood diseases occur, the children will be well cared for, get good rest and nutrition, recover quickly, and those caring for them will see the Romans 8:28 in the situation.
23. Spiritual strength and closeness to the Lord during sickness. (Maria: People really go through it when they're sick. The Devil often condemns and discourages them, and they can be tempted to doubt the Lord and His Love, they can be tempted to just give up and quit fighting--all kinds of terrible spiritual battles that people go through, along with the physical battles associated with the sickness. So, when we pray for healing for a person's physical body, we need to pray just as fervently for their resistance against the spiritual diseases of doubts, discouragement, condemnation and fear.--Not only pray against spiritual disease, but pray for spiritual health, manifested in faith, patience, contentment, joy and perseverance.)
24. All those with frequent headaches, back and stomach problems, and chronic fatigue.
25. Those who have trouble sleeping.
26. Those afflicted with herpes, or any other STD (sexually transmitted disease) to be completely healed.
27. All those with asthma.
28. Against serious illnesses, such as meningitis, hepatitis, typhoid, etc., all common on poor mission fields.
29. Our handicapped children--the deaf, blind, lame, autistic, etc.
30. Against any negative effects of menopause on our women, which often occurs between the ages of 45 and 55, and can sometimes result in uncomfortable symptoms that hinder their work.
31. Against eye problems (resulting in headaches, reading difficulties, burning, discomfort, etc.) in children and adults that hinder their vital Word intake and spiritual feeding.
32. For brethren trying to lose weight, improve health and get-out habits; their encouragement as they make progress, persevere and gain victories.
33. For everyone to have regular, vigorous and safe get-outs.
34. Clean, pure water supplies for our Homes, or water purification systems if necessary. That the Lord will keep us from water-borne diseases.
35. Against Sodomite spirits attacking our children and adults.
WS Units, Pubs and Tools:
36. For our pubs units and their extra heavy work load on legal defense literature for the next few months, as well as the many other projects and services they provide.
37. More WS Pubs labourers.
38. The eyes and health of those in WS.
39. For our GP materials, that they will bear much fruit in the hearts and lives of the recipients. That each recipient will be positively influenced by the Word within these publications. That our Family Members will have the time to read, study and absorb them.
40. The persecution story for children, "Victory in Babylon." That the Lord will anoint those working on it and give them wisdom in presenting the concept of persecution to our children. That the Lord will help in the finalisation of the last chapters so that they can reach you speedily.
41. The Family Care Unit.
42. Video Ministry: Shepherding and oversight, as well as health, inspiration, spiritual well-being and organisation.
43. Children's DO Video series: For the equipment, anointed script-writing, filming, simplicity and inspired, Spirit-filled productions!
44. Other Video Progress: Production of "Treasure Attic" Shows #5 and #6; Fantastic Friends Show #2; more DO "Family Fun" Shows; Statement Project Videos; Endtime Video.
45. Audio Studios' Progress: Completion of the Endtime Scripture Song Tape. The finalisation, shipping and duping of: 3 new hymns and Gospel songs Tapes--"Walk, Talk, Sing!", "When You Need Him Most" (the Comfort Songs Tape) and the Fight Songs Tape; the new GP DTD Tapes for Younger Children ("Colouring the World") and for Older Children ("Best Friends"); new DO songs Tape "Keep On Believing"; production of new GP Teen Tape.--As well as continued progress on other new exciting GP and DO projects in the works!
46. NPC, PPC and Lit Pic production, fruitfulness and workers. Security of mailings.
47. Translators' anointing in their work on the Words and tools, as well as continued wisdom, inspiration, health, safety and security.
48. Local language Video and music projects.
Outreach, Follow-up and New Disciples:
49. Working with other groups: That the Lord will help us as we work more with other Christians, New Religious Movements and other religious groups, giving us unity, love, and discernment in our fight against the anti-religious forces. Also for wisdom in knowing what projects to work with them on, and how deeply to get involved.
50. Christmas Preparations: Duplication of tools, preparation of shows, open doors for outreach, and new ways to get out the Message as never before. For a very fruitful Christmas witnessing season.
51. P.A. systems and costumes for singing teams, where necessary, and that the Lord will supply openings and anoint their performances.
52. Witnessing teams: More witnessing teams, lit, tapes and videos out daily, with greater fruitfulness.
53. That we will put souls first and fulfil our role as Ambassadors of the Kingdom of God, whose main job is to distribute the Word and win souls, and follow up on those won.
54. Pioneer road trips to countries without Family Homes. Guidance, supply, protection, new friends and contacts, and strengthening of present friends.
55. To be able to learn local languages for more effective witnessing.
56. Our catacombers and potential disciples: That they will be challenged and envisioned in their place of service, continue to grow and be grounded in the Word, and that the Homes will have real wisdom in ministering to them.
57. New disciples, their care, and wisdom in ministering to their parents and relatives.
58. Our young people's effective witnessing ministry, specifically for the following:
--Against the Enemy's attacks on them in whatever form, trying to defeat them before they begin their most important jobs for the Lord.
--For the adults to have continued vision, inspiration, wisdom, love and conviction for their teens' and JETTs' training.
--That our teens and JETTs will hunger for the Word and grow stronger through it, so they can proclaim the Truth with whole-hearted conviction when System teens and young people ask them questions or challenge their lifestyle, beliefs, etc., and be well-prepared for the battles and spiritual attacks they will face.
--For our JETTs and teens to know how to answer questions from the Word while witnessing.
--That our teens will be well-shepherded when out witnessing, and will have honest communication with their Shepherds about any doubts, questions or battles that arise as a result of their witnessing.
--Against a desire to be "conformed to this World"; that the attraction to those who do not have similar goals in life will not be a pull on our teens.
--That the Lord will bless their witnessing, give them broken hearts and a burden for the lost, reward them with thrilling experiences, and encourage them by causing them to bring forth fruit--saved souls and new disciples!
59. That the Lord will bless our outreach to the many lost, hungry, System young people.
60. Prison and juvenile delinquent ministries to bear lasting fruit.
61. "Consider the Poor" ministries: Continued fruitful open doors and miraculous supply of needed goods. That our Homes can continue to witness and win favour in various institutions, even during persecution.
62. Seminars: To truly change the lives of those attending and win kings and supporters. For the Lord's anointing on the teams giving the seminars.
63. Follow-up on friends, contacts, supporters and lawyers, their personal growth, and the Lord's blessing in their lives, health and businesses. The continued strengthening and feeding of those who are helping us and in some cases testifying for us in various media battles and legal arenas. That the Lord will help them to be strengthened by the Word and able to receive the "meat" of it, and not be swayed by the lies of our enemies.
64. Good relations with neighbours: That opportunities will arise to minister to them and win their favour, and that we'll be good samples.
65. Mail Ministry: Protection of the mailings, the Lord's financial supply for this rapidly growing ministry, for good printing contacts, wisdom in knowing how and what to feed the various target audiences, and lasting fruit in the lives of the recipients.
Shepherding, Finances and Home Affairs:
66. Victory over NWOs and besetting sins: That we can "lay aside every weight (problem), and the sins which do so easily beset us, and run with patience the race that is set before us, looking unto Jesus" and becoming more like Him--a better sample and a better witness of His Love! (Heb.12:1-2)
67. For a spirit of prayer. As the Lord said in prophecy recently, "Wage your war militantly in prayer, in your secret chambers, in your hearts. When ye walk, and when ye lie down, when ye rise up, when ye speak, and when ye are silent, pray for My Children. For though the battle is not yours, but Mine, My hand doth move by your prayers and your concern--your individual desperate prayers. Cease not to pray for My children, and behold the marvellous wonders I will do on your behalf. But ye must pray!" ("Persecution Prophecies!--No.1," Para.54.)
68. For a fighting spirit that motivates us to go on the attack against the Enemy and not let the Devil get away with anything.
69. Faith, patience, endurance and trust in the midst of trial, knowing that someday soon "the tears shall be wiped away and the former things shall be no more in the glories of the ecstasies of the Kingdom to come! These shall be they that shall be no more, and they that shall be forgotten like a dream or a tale in the real World to come forever!" (MOP 135:117)
70. Against attacks of the Enemy such as accidents, illnesses, equipment breakdowns, lost documents, etc., right now when we are going so much on the attack against the Devil and his people and their perfidy. For supernatural protection and good health during this time when we've "gone over the top" and are attacking his territory, drawing the fire of his "big guns" because he is desperate to stop us. That we will give the Lord lots of cooperation by taking good care of our health, eating right, getting the rest we need, proper exercise, being cautious and prayerful in our actions, and spending time in His Word and sweet communion with Him. And that the Lord will do what we can't. "The name of the Lord is a strong tower. The righteous runneth into it, and is safe."--Pro.18:10.
71. Our leadership and their office teams.
72. Home Shepherding Teamworks: For inspired, united, loving, prayerful, Word-based Teamworking and Shepherding of the Homes; against the Devil's device of disunity. A smooth transition for leadership changes and new Teamworks. For our young adults who now have Teamwork responsibilities.
73. For our nationals' spiritual growth, and that they will have a real hunger for the Word.
74. Sufficient Word time for all our adults.
75. Inspired and alive devotions for the spiritual feeding of our Family Members, and the young people in particular. That our morning time in the Word won't be dead and drowsy but alive and stimulating, to draw us closer to the Lord and His Word.
76. The encouragement of all Family Members, and a close connection with the Lord. Protection against attacks of doubt and discouragement.
77. For faith in the Word and the Lord's powerful promises of protection and safekeeping. Against fear of persecution.
78. Pending legal situations, passports, visas, etc.: That the Lord will resolve any difficult or complicated situations and do the miracles needed. Long-term visa opportunities to open up on needy mission fields. Against any hindrances or refusals due to new laws being passed.
79. Good phone lines and communications for our Homes, especially in Third World countries where service is poor, repairs are difficult, and communications can be frustrating.
80. Finances: The Lord's supply to overcome the very tight financial situation that many of our Homes are undergoing now in the midst of this media storm and battle against persecution. Also for the Lord's solution, whether it be more friends, kings and supporters, more outreach, better follow-up, more faith for finances, or more boldness in asking for help. The release of pending inheritances or financial gifts.
81. Provisioning: Miraculous leading and supply, follow-up and organisation; that our kings, contacts and supporters will be richly blessed for their giving and continued help.
82. Delegates' meetings, Rotating Training Programs (RTPs) and Seminars.
83. New, large, good-quality housing in good locations where needed, as well as the necessary rent funds and guarantors. That we will be able to keep the present good housing we have.
84. Landlords: That we will get landlords who will be willing to stand up for us when they hear who we are, and who will feel honoured to have us in their houses.--Those who will fight for our right to remain there. That our present landlords will be drawn closer to the Family and grow more supportive and friendly.
85. Supplies and funds for home improvements where necessary, so that our Homes will not only be good samples to outsiders but beautiful, clean, comfortable abodes for our Family as well.
86. The safety of our drivers and vehicles: That the Lord will provide good quality, economical vehicles where needed. For new drivers, tests and licences.
Persecution:
87. Our CROs, Shepherds, media teams and all those dealing with the public during this intense battle to free our Family in Argentina, and in the preparation of our various cases worldwide! The Lord's wisdom, supernatural anointing and strength for our leaders, media teams, writers and all in the midst of this global media storm. For good health, despite stress and long hours. That our press releases will be effective positive publicity and receive widespread coverage to counteract the negative that is coming out against us.
88. Against media censorship: For a real breakthrough so that we can get out the Lord's message via favourable media coverage and win people to Him in spite of the ridiculous allegations of our enemies! In some places very little news has come out to give our side of the story and refute the lies. That the Lord will use our legal battles and media wars for a testimony; that He will touch hearts and draw people to Himself, and that His sheep will hear His voice and follow.
89. Continued favourable contacts with reporters and media people who can help us, be credible witnesses to our lifestyle and even give testimonies in writing to it, and for love and wisdom in ministering to them. That the Lord will help them see the truth about us, despite the lies of our enemies. Also for some reporters who will dig up details on our enemies' plans and expose them.
90. The final editing of various local TV shows and newspaper articles, that they will be favourable and a good witness, and that we will get good public response from them.
91. Contacts with interested local and national officials in various countries. That we can explain our work, minister to them and their staffs, show them a good sample of the Family, and expose our enemies.
92. That we can expose the evil works and deprogramming tactics of the U.S. embassy in Argentina and any higher-up officials in the State Department who are supporting them in their indifference to the plight of our adults and their active attempts to rip off our children. That we can establish contacts with people who will help us with this.
93. Influential friends and good lawyers for each area worldwide.
94. Our lawyers' wisdom, anointing, inspiration and strength. That they will get the rest they need, stay in good health, have sufficient time with their families, get positive input from the Word, and good fellowship with the Family. For a deeper understanding of our beliefs and practices, and the conviction and faith to stick with us through anything. Also for the Salvation of any who are not already saved, and that our Family Members will be faithful to feed and minister to them.
95. Persecution preparations: Spiritual and physical strength, wisdom, media teams and spokespersons, teens, JETTs and children being ready for possible raids or questioning, Home samples, friends and contacts.
96. Security, wisdom and conviction: For all of us to be very security-minded with phones, trips out, papers, computers and files, etc.
97. Wisdom and boldness in speech when we stand up for our convictions in facing accusations that come our way.
98. For those involved in legal or media battles, whether directly or by reading the false allegations of our enemies and preparing replies, writing affidavits, facing negative publicity, etc.; that they will not be weakened or adversely affected in any way, but rather that they will be strengthened by God's Word and "kept by the power of God through faith."--1Pet.1:5. For an extra dose of faith in the Word, Dad and Mama, our Shepherds and our Godly lifestyle, to overcome the doubts that the Devil and our enemies would try to drag us down with.
99. Protection for our friends, many of whom are being barraged by a flood of lies and criticism about us from our enemies. That they'll stand strong and not be swayed by the anti-Family propaganda campaign, but hold fast to the Truth of the Word and the sample they've seen in us.
100. That the Lord will open the door to get out our Message among any like-minded persecuted groups around the World, winning friends and supporters.
101. Conference contacts: The Lord's anointing and leading on Family representatives attending important conferences, that we will meet top people who can be won to our cause and will want to help us.
102. Family Homes hosting friends and visitors. For academics visiting Family Homes for studies of our group to help in our worldwide fight for religious liberty.
103. Our academic friends' support, wisdom and conviction, as they are being called to take more of a stand against the AC forces, and that those ministering to them will have great love and wisdom.
104. Expert witnesses: Authorities in many fields who can testify that our way of life is superior; that our children are socially, mentally, physically and spiritually fit and well-adjusted; that our Posters, Tapes and Videos are not harmful in any way, but uplifting and edifying; that we are a Family of Bible-believing Christians rather than a "destructive cult," etc. That we can win and keep such contacts, and be able to minister to them spiritually.
105. That the Lord will confound, expose and defeat all our enemies, who've marshalled their forces to attack the Family worldwide, wherever they think they can find a weakness. Pray that the Lord will do a miracle and turn some of these vicious enemies into supportive friends, if possible. But if not, that He will judge them for their evil deeds.
106. Please pray specifically against the malicious devices of the following backsliders who have turned into active enemies: Deborah and Bill Davis; Mene; Watchman and his brother John; Valerie; Vivian; Rebecca Bolivar and daughter Miriam; Cherish (of Amy); Marie Christine; Hart (Edward Priebe); Samson Warner (Daniel Welsh); Zac the Greek (Samuel Ajemian); Eva St. John and other vicious backsliders working with CAN in Australia; Joram and Joida; Ruth Gordon; Matthew and Luna; Hopie; Johannes and Monika; David and Heidi Douglas; Abigail Berry; Liz Scribe; Victor Jurado.
Against other enemies and organisations: (North America:) Craig Branch (of Watchman Fellowship, an anti-cult group); Steven Kent (psychologist); (Europe:) Pearl's mother; deprogrammer Ian Haworth; Dr. Jacques Richard and Madame Berger (ADFI, anti-cult organisation); Dorota Abramovich; Danish author Kaj Moos, with connections to CAN; FRI (Free the Individual) in Sweden, working with CAN; the local D.A. and enemies in Barcelona; Geza Nemeth (trying to turn parents, contacts and friends against us); Zsolt Nemeth, son of Geza Nemeth (member of parliament); Hungarian Green Party (an extreme right-wing party whose aim is to rid Hungary of undesirables, and sects in particular); Laszlo Salamon (member of parliament); Tomas Novotny (professor, writer and anti-cult activist); Dr. Prokop Remes (psychiatrist and judge).
(South America:) Alfredo Silleta, reporter, and Jose Baamonde, psychologist, and Mr. Navarro; Joaquim Andrade and his cohorts at the Christian Research Institute, anti-cultists; Humberto Lagos, governmental religious advisor; Alejandro Guerrero; Dr. Arteodoro Cceres.
(Asia and the Pacific:) Shukan Bunshun magazine (Mr. Hanada, editor, and Mr. Oda, writer); Larry Baldock of "Youth With a Mission," Southeast Asia; Senator Maceda, Philippine legislator; Attorneys Calida and Fabregas; Amelia Vasquez; Almario Germino (backslider); CLAMOR (Coalition for Moral Righteousness--a Philippines Church committee).
In Australia, against Adrian Van Leen (one of the main anti-cult people working against us); Raphael Aaron (rabbi working with Van Leen); Jan Groenveld (from "Freedom in Christ"); David Lentin (self-employed vigilante); Sergeant Gibbs (policeman who continues to slander us); Linda O'Sullivan (policewoman who started Lamb's case); CSV and CSV's director John Patterson.
Against these and other anti-cult groups, their officials, deprogrammers and associates: FAIR, Info Cult and the Cult Information Centre (England); ADFI (France); SPES and FAPES foundations (Argentina) and the Argentinean branch of Opus Dei (worldwide Catholic group); Pro-Juventud and CROAS (Barcelona); COMA (Canada); Instituto Crista de Pesquisas (Affiliate of Christian Research Institute in Brazil); CAN and its affiliates and their people directly working against us: Cynthia Kisser (Executive Director of CAN), Steve Hassan (deprogrammer who heads FOCUS), Priscilla Coates (CAN official in California), Margaret Singer and Louis J. West (California psychiatrists), Ted Patrick (original deprogrammer and founder of CFF, now called CAN), and others.
Antagonistic reporters in both the newspapers and TV who are on a journalistic campaign against us.
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"Our enemies are a laugh! They're so foolish to think that they can defeat God or His children! No matter how much they lie about us or try to fight us, they can never win, for we are an unbeatable foe of their treacherous tyranny!
"Their very enmity and wrath brings praise to the Lord, news to the nations, and spreads the Gospel even through their contention--and nevertheless Christ is preached!
"This is what the enemies' attacks are for: To publicise us and God's Message all the more, as well as to keep scattering it and us further and further abroad!--Through this, God is also bringing everyone to a decision to accept either the Truth or the lie, so He can judge them accordingly!" (Excerpt from DM 1:79)
107. That the conviction of deprogrammer Galen Kelly will not be overturned on appeal, nor his seven-year sentence shortened. (See Answered Prayer in PL 15.) Kelly admits to having deprogrammed dozens of members of new religious groups, often by kidnapping and strong-arm tactics.
108. That leading CAN deprogrammer Rick Ross, who is facing charges of unlawful imprisonment for kidnapping, will be convicted for his crimes. Ross was one of the "experts" on the scene to advise the FBI and ATF at Waco, and has actively fought new religious movements both in the media and by deprogramming members and attempting to break their faith.
109. That the Family materials taken from the Manila Home will be recovered, and that the legal charges against Hart and Sam Warner and their cohorts will result in convictions.
110. Against Deb's first book about the Family, that the Lord will halt its distribution and evil influence, as well as stop further anti-Family books by her or others, or reprints and translations of her present one. That the Lord will inspire more people to write positively about us!
111. A close friend of the Family who is writing a book about us. That he will be able to gather all the necessary material and complete it soon, that it will turn out well, and that the Lord will provide a good publisher. Another writer also wants to write a book about us, majoring on our lifestyle and how we educate our children. That the Lord will bless his work, give us love and wisdom in ministering to him, and help the book to be completed quickly.
112. Against Watchman's anti-Family "documentary" video, which he has produced in an attempt to smear the Family audio-visually as he once tried to help the Family. That his sponsors will desert him, and that his lying attacks via video will come to naught.
113. Against any TS (or backslidden) ex-mates who are trying to hinder their former mates or children, or causing problems for the Family.
114. Our ministry with former members of the Family who are interested in renewing contact with the Family, fellowshipping or visiting Homes again. For prayerfulness and wisdom in how to answer their questions, soothe their past hurts, correct false impressions and help them, and that the Holy Spirit will work in their hearts. For Bithia (now Paula), a formerly antagonistic ex-member who has had a miraculous change of heart and is now working with us in this "ministry of reconciliation." That she will be spiritually strengthened in order to deal with the barrage of doubts, accusations and attacks she faces from less favourable ex-members on a daily basis.
115. Information on what's going on behind the scenes in all our media battles and legal conflicts, so that we can be better prepared for the attacks of our enemies and can expose their evil devices to the World.
116. Protection from deceitful attacks on our Homes by bitter backsliders and enemies. Wisdom and discernment on the part of Home Shepherds as well as those who deal with new friends and contacts, that they can discern between the true sheep and the wolves in sheep's clothing.
117. Funds for areas where we're battling court cases or fighting media wars, that the Lord will lay it upon the hearts of people who sympathise with our cause to support us, and help the Homes involved in extensive legal or media battles. Also, boldness to ask for the help of others to meet our needs.
118. Researchers and their work on finding the literature, materials and resources we need for our lawyers to help them refute the false allegations against us. That the Lord will make their work fruitful, simple, quick and inexpensive.
119. Barz and his legal situation (PL 9:89): Determination to see his situation resolved. For legal help with conviction and fight, for finances, and assistance of local friends and supporters. That his kids will stand strong in the faith and be able to serve the Lord more freely.
Court Cases:
120. Argentina court case.
Pray for:
--Strength and health of our imprisoned adults: We've heard that our six adult women in prison are suffering from the high Summer temperatures, made worse by poor ventilation and little cooling; there are also flies, mosquitoes and blaring radios that disturb their sleep. The men may be suffering from the same.
--Good health, food, sleep and exercise while in jail and in the institutions.
--Our tiny seven-month-old baby in a cell with its mother and eight other inmates; that she will be sweet, quiet, healthy, and a continued blessing.
--Speedy delivery from jail.
--Faith and not fear; faith in God's promises of deliverance, and refusal to believe or look at the waves. Pray against the fear the Devil hits them with, that they'll never be released and they might as well agree to testify falsely against us so they can get out.
--Protection and safety of our imprisoned brethren from the hardened and hostile criminals around them. That the Lord will give them good will with the other prisoners and their leaders.
--Claire: Lung affliction and serious cough.
--Praise (formerly Julie, 23, mother of 5 children) has developed a serious skin infection since being in the institute, due to the dirty conditions.
--The brethren in bonds to be a good sample and witness while in the prisons. Their inspiration and encouragement.
--Conviction to continue upholding the spiritual standard while in bonds.
--That the imprisoned adults and children will be able to get and keep more Word for their desperately needed spiritual strength and feeding.
--The unity of the brethren.
--The patience of our friends who have allowed the Family to move into their homes.
--The complete spiritual and emotional recovery of the children, teens and YAs who have been released. Deliverance from fears brought about by their imprisonment or detention.
--Our folks to be a good sample while living in friends' homes.
--New housing to take the place of the Homes which were closed by the authorities after the raid.
--That the Lord will pacify the owners of the Homes that were raided, who are trying to use this situation to get funds from us.
--Further information on our enemies.
--More good media coverage.
--More friends and lawyers to arise to our defense.
--Follow-up on newly won friends and lawyers.
--The good health and protection of our lawyers. For one who is having a slow recovery from an operation, and has received threatening letters for representing us.
--The strengthening of our lawyers and our ministering to them. Some are having battles, getting discouraged and hit with fears from the spiritual warfare involved in our case, which is a lot more personal and emotional for them than normal.
--Unity among our legal team.
--More pressure to be put on the government from outside sources and friends from all around the World.
--The appeals and papers being submitted to the courts--that all will go well and according to the Lord's plan, that the adults will be released, and the case given to a different judge who will be fair.
--The paperwork involved in getting the children and teens out--for their soon release.
--Financial support.
--Security of the media team that have to spend time out in the public.
--Security of the "Management Team" that has to spend time out with lawyers and friends.
--Continued strength, protection and good health of leadership.
--Good communications.
--The favourable doctor who has checked into the way the forensic tests were performed on our children. That she will find out all the irregularities in the way these tests were conducted and even forged, which would help expose the plot against us.
Pray against:
--The judge and members of the Catholic church and Argentine and American government who are working with him. That the judge will be removed from the case, and his illegal and corrupt conduct will be exposed.
--Desperate last-minute attempts by the judge or police to frame us. Their illegal tactics are being exposed and they're frantic to save face and their jobs while justifying their criminal acts against us.
--Further arrest warrants being issued for other Family Members.
--The imprisoned brethren contracting any diseases that are common in prisons, such as tuberculosis or AIDS.
--Unfavourable System relatives getting custody of the children.
--The corrupting and fear-instilling influences on our children who are still in the institutions.
--The deprogramming attempts that have been made on the children and adults.
--The false witnesses being used against the Family.
--Abigail Berry and her deceptions. That we can get the documentation to prove her testimonies are lies. Cherish, backslidden teen working against us, as well as Miriam Bolivar, whose testimonies were used to incite the Argentine authorities to this false arrest and imprisonment.
--Harassment of the brethren at the institutions and prisons.
--Separation of Family Members by moving some to different institutions and prisons.
(See Answered Prayers in PL 15.)
121. Pearl's court case in England. The preliminaries of the case have begun and so far have gone very badly for us. The judge has been greatly influenced by the lies of our enemies. Our lawyers have been severely shaken by the viciousness of the other side's attacks, and unless things change radically we could lose the case, which will have repercussions on our Homes worldwide. So please pray desperately for this case. It is planned to begin in full measure in January, but we will be submitting a great deal of paperwork before then. Please pray for:
--Finances, as this case has cost a great deal of money, and funds for Pearl's defense are almost gone and are a vital need.
--For the Lord to continue to strengthen our lawyers, Pearl and our legal team, as it's a heavy spiritual battle and they're exhausted at the end of the day. That they can get filled up on a daily basis and have strength for these battles.
--That the Lord can lead us in how to get through to the judge, and that he will decide to "come and see" and visit one of our Homes.
--That Social Services will evaluate our lifestyle firsthand by visiting us, not just on the basis of our old lit.
Concerning this case the Lord said in prophecy: "Thou must fight with all thy strength and with all thy might through prayer. For I have given thee a weapon that none of thy enemies can stand against: and that is the power of prayer. Thy part is to pray; to pray with all thy heart in desperation and strong tongues and crying and weeping for My little ones. For the tide of the battle shall be turned according to thy prayers and thy supplications."
122. For the Lord to do a miracle and keep the Family in Melbourne from having to go through the proposed year-long court case that would severely sap their spiritual and physical strength and energy, as well as hinder their witnessing. Otherwise the case is set to begin on the 19th of January. Please pray for:
--Our lawyers: That our legal team will be able to work together as a strong fighting unit to help us overcome our enemies, and that the Lord will prepare their hearts for the big battle ahead.
--The Lord's supernatural wisdom, insight and discernment when communicating with and instructing our lawyers, and for a good strong link with the Lord to hear and follow His instructions daily.
--That we will be able to gain access to the statements by the prosecution witnesses, so that we know who will be testifying against us.
--That we can discover and publish the costs involved in our case, and that we will be able to get the media to broadcast this to show what an expensive waste of taxpayers' funds it is.
--The judges: That the Lord will prepare the hearts of the different judges who may be involved in the case, and that they will give good, strong, favourable judgements.
--Faith and unity: That the local Family will be spiritually prepared as we enter this battle, to stand united and strong against any attacks of the Enemy.
--Finances: Also that the Lord will continue to supply the Homes' needs so that we can keep the physical standard high during this time when personnel and finances may be tight.
--More personnel to help with the battle.
--Stable housing, especially through the court case, so the Homes will not have to move.
--Follow-up ministry to academics and professionals.
--Teen Programme.
123. For victory and vindication in the Barcelona Case, which the Barcelona D.A. has appealed to the Supreme Court. That this new attempt of our enemies to attack the Family will expose them as the inquisitors they are. Also, for the Supreme Court to see through the lies, overrule the appeal, and fully vindicate the Family; that the truth will be broadcast around the World as a result.
124. French case (Aix): The case is going very slowly as the Judge has been delaying taking action. Once the judge has met with all 15 of our adults who were charged, he will then either present his evidence to the Correctional Court to begin proceedings, or drop the case for lack of evidence. While the brethren are being interviewed by one Judge, another is continuing his questioning and observation of our children through the social service people. The Aix children are still required to go on socialization outings where a social worker comes along to observe.
Please pray for:
--The interviews to be completed speedily, and that the Judge will throw the case out for lack of evidence before Christmas rather than submitting his findings to the Correctional court.
--The home schooling situation in Aix, so we can continue to teach our children at home. The school inspector who visited the Home was very prejudiced against them and told them from the beginning that they were a sect & that their schooling wouldn't work. He didn't test the children well, and later wrote to say that their home schooling was inadequate and they should take the French government's correspondence course.
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