We have had an amazing year of prayer conference calls in 2019.  God brought us great experts who gave us insight and wisdom on how we can be praying about critical issues. Let’s look back over the last 12 months–to see what we have covered in prayer, who joined us, and how we can keep praying with an update. Links are provided with each call so if you missed it, it is easy to click and watch!

January
Link to Watch– https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7rVm2TpsSO0&t=55s
Guest – Rep. Jody Hice
Topic – The New 116th Congress and the Furlough of the Government
Update – The results of the 116th Congress can be seen in the impeachment hearings—a matter to keep praying about.

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February
Link to Watch –https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M9ADjQgAhiM
Guests – Frank Gaffney and Philip Haney from Save the Persecuted Christians
Topic – Islamic persecution of Christians and the danger in our own nation
Update – The persecution continues with more countries abroad, as well as the quiet influence of Islam on our nation. Pray for open eyes on this issue.

March
Link to Watch – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Et4HTTffqbc&t=18s
Guests – Producers of Unplanned, Chuck Konzelman and Cary Solomon, as well as Karen Covell with Hollywood Prayer Network
Topic – Influence of Hollywood in our nation, the release of Unplanned in theatres
Update – Unplanned was a tremendous success in theatres, believers continue to make inroads in Hollywood with family-friendly, true stories, meaningful content, and discipleship of members of the Hollywood entertainment industry.

April
Link to Watch –https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tLq_zTFihAM&t=74s
Guest – Kevin Freeman from Economic War Room
Topic – China and the Danger it poses to America on multiple fronts
Update – This issue has gotten worse as China continues its persecution of Christians, currency manipulation, and aggressive behavior with the Belt and Road Initiative. President Trump has handled China with more strength than previous administrations. Continue to pray about the introduction of 5G technology–that US intel would be used instead of Chinese 5G technology which poses a national security risk.

May
Link to Watch –https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lmrxgf_AgVE&t=305s
Guest – Kamal Saleem, former Muslim terrorist
Topic – Islam Dangers and Strategies for Domination
Update – Islam continues to grow in numbers and influence in America. Definitely an issue to continue praying about in this politically-correct culture. Pray for Kamal Saleem as he ministers to educate others of the mentality, dangers, and methods of Islamic domination, as well as praying for deliverance for the Muslim people.

May 10 Pop Up Call with Unplanned Producers
Link to Watch – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uWbHHw2e-sA&t=910s
Guests – Chuck Konzelman and Cary Solomon, producers of Unplanned
Topic – Amazing God stories from the movie production and promotion of  Unplanned
Update – Unplanned went on to be well-received, touch many lives, and despite opposition from the Enemy, it was impactful! Also, two specific answers to prayer were the success of the DVD distribution and showings in Canada.

May 17 Pop Up Call with Abby Johnson
Link to Watch – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7ksT4RCFPiU&t=287s
Guest – Abby Johnson
Topic – Her story and the platform she has had since the movie has come out to speak nationally about pro-life issues
Update – Abby has had another child!  Her voice continues to be strong for the pro-life message. Continue to lift her and her family up in prayer.

June
Link to Watch – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ljGmHRZVQwY&t=55s
Guests – Anonymous Man and Anonymous Woman both with inside info on the transgender issue
Topic – The Transgendering of our Nation
Update – Sadly, the train is going full-steam ahead on transgendering children, catering to transgender people, and integrating transgenderism as “normal.” Schools are making transgender ideology a part of their curriculum for even the youngest children.  This issue needs great prayer.

July
Link to Watch – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tNbGawGsI-Y&t=2s
Guest – Bill Wells, El Cajon, CA Mayor
Topic – Standing against the Sanctuary State and Liberal Policies
Update – Bill may be called to run for Congress in the future. He is continuing to stand firm as Mayor of El Cajon. California continues to drift father left.

August
Link to Watch – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LziVK3F-d-c&t=6s
Guest – Attorney David Gibbs from the Christian Law Association
Topic – Upholding Religious Freedom
Update – More Constitutional judges have been appointed to federal benches, which is a praise.

September 
Link to Watch –https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=luvpW6Kepjg&t=4s
Guests – David Schmus, Cynthia Dunbar and Jeff Eckart
Topic – Despite bad news we hear, how God is working in our public schools
Update – Prayer is needed for teachers in our public schools.  Indoctrination on LGBTQ issues continues at a rapid rate. Pray for kids who are exposed to this ideology in the curriculum in nearly every school.

October
Link to Watch – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E5f0Lo_Va5s&t=5s
Guests – Faith-based Initiative Leaders Shannon Royce from HHS and Mark Zelden from Dept. of Labor
Topic – The White House’s Initiative on protecting religious freedom in our government agencies
Update – Continue to pray for each of these people serving the Administration, but also representing the religious freedom of people of faith. The strength of the program continues to grow.

October 10 Pop-Up Call on Syria
Link to Watch –  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YCGQEwXXmk0&t=5s
Guest – Travis Weber with Family Research Council
Topic – Turkish invasion of Syria and the U.S. response
Update – An invasion by Turkey into the Kurdish territory, was made more difficult by the presence of Kurdish Christians, leaving them vulnerable.

October 18 Pop-Up Call with Sidney Powell and Carter Page
Link to Watch –https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vJ_VOoGeoH8&t=745s
Guests – Attorney Sidney Powell and CIA Informant Carter Page
Topic – Deep State corruption, the General Flynn case, and the unsubstantiated charges against Carter Page
Update – General Flynn has sentencing scheduled on January 28, after a denial by Judge Sullivan to provide materials from the prosecution. Carter Page has been exonerated through the release of the Inspector General’s Report on FISA which showed false information used for the wiretap which also netted false charges as a result.  Continue praying for Page, General Flynn, and his attorney Sidney Powell, who all have been the victims of corruption at the highest levels of the FBI and Justice Department.

November
Link to Watch – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oY341aOupOY&t=2s
Guest – Cleta Mitchell, Attorney
Topic – Strategies of the Left to manipulate the Elections
Update – We continue to see redistricting as a strategy for the left, headed by former Obama-AG Eric Holder.  This issue will continue throughout 2020 and surely play a role in the 2020 elections. Needs ongoing prayer!

December
Link to Watch –https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sw7DfawxIPU&t=3008s
Guests – Todd Starnes, radio host; and Pinterest Whistleblower Eric Cochran
Topic – Truth in Media
Update – Continue to pray for media outlets that seek truth to prosper. Word has it that some new organizations are in the works! Pray for more whistleblowers to come forward to expose the actions of the internet titans.

These calls have been an amazing opportunity to not only educate ourselves on critical issues and pray together but to also bless those guests who are in the thick of the issues we are covering.  We have heard from multiple guests that the call was a real encouragement and blessing to them. This tool that God has given IFA to gather intercessors for targeted prayer on critical topics is one of the highlights of what we do.  We love interacting with intercessors through the phone introductions, the comments via Facebook and the webcast, as well as the feedback we get via emails.  IFA is blessed to have such an awesome vehicle to pray in unity.  Pray for an impactful year of calls in 2020.  Pray for additional growth in quality and technical ability. Our goal is to get better with each call. If you haven’t joined us for a call, make it your resolution to do so in January!

(Article by IFA Director of Engagement and Strategic Resources Kris Kubal.)