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Father, thank You that revival continues in Ukraine and many are coming to Christ. May the gospel reach every town and village to bring people into the hope that is in Jesus.
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We reached out to Pastor Maxim Belousov, of Intercessors for Ukraine, a few days ago to ask if the revival that broke out at the beginning of the war has continued. He replied with a very encouraging and insightful voice message!

Have you taken your place on the wall?

 

Here is a synopsis of what Pastor Maxim said:

The revival that started with the war is still going on. All over Ukraine, even near the frontline, people are hungry for Christ, and churches are experiencing strong responses to altar calls with many people saved and counseled. … The revival is going full force even as the war has come to a slow grind. One striking thing is that their faces show hunger for God, which reflects the book of Acts, where Peter saw faith in the eyes of the paralyzed man. We see faith during each altar call for salvation.

We asked Pastor Maxim if the people there were encountering any specific demonic strongholds. He stated that the three main ones they fight are fear, fatigue, and fatalism. Does that sound familiar? Satan is not original in anything he does; he just packages his attacks differently in hopes that we won’t be able to see through his schemes. Many of us battle fear, fatigue, and fatalistic thought (Lo que será, será …) almost daily, in some form. In the case of Ukraine, the devil uses the war to keep unbelievers in bondage to the fear of losing the battle; to emotional and physical fatigue, which erodes their resilience and optimism; and to fatalism, which is the lie that the outcome is determined by impersonal fate rather than a personal God. Pastor Maxim did not specify where those attacks are occurring, but I imagine that many new believers, still immature in the faith, are particularly vulnerable.

Pastor Maxim shared some specific prayer requests from his point of view as an intercessor.

First, what he sees as victory: the collapse of the regimes of Vladimir Putin of Russia, and of Alexander Lukashenko, of Belarus (Putin’s closest ally in the region). Although actual motives for the war have been subject to speculation, both leaders seem to be pursuing the restoration and expansion of a totalitarian state reminiscent of the Soviet era, with devastating consequences for the freedom and well-being of their own people and the surrounding free states.

Secondly, the collapse of the Russian propaganda system that suppresses the truth about the war, deceives the people about Putin’s intentions, and seeks their support for the restoration of Russia’s glory.

Third, the return of everything stolen from Ukraine because of this unprovoked aggression. Cities have been destroyed, lives have been scarred, personal property has been left behind or ruined, and Ukraine has had to sink enormous financial and material resources into defending its country and repairing its infrastructure.

Fourth, for the nation of Ukraine to be changed. Says Pastor Maxim: We realize like never before that this war has challenged us, and we need to be changed. We need to be awakened and reformed because if we get the victory tomorrow but have stayed the same, we will not be able to cope with the gift of victory.

As the war grinds on, with more bloodshed in sight, we must not let up on praying for the Church in Ukraine and for the revival among its people to continue. An account from Pastor Anya Boyarskaya in Kryvyi Rih, posted on Facebook just before Christmas, vividly underscores the need for prayer:

Our main church and a dozen+ daughter churches are in Kryvyi Rih, the hometown of president Zelensky and his wife. That city was largely peaceful until Putin started bombing power plants. A few days ago, four missiles hit apartment buildings just ten minutes drive from one of our churches. Several people died, 20+ in hospital. Two praying ladies in our main church testified – who lived in different apartments in those apartment buildings that got hit by four missiles. One of these ladies reported that a voice in her heart said to go to the bathroom, and the other lady also reported that the voice in her heart said to go to another room. They each ran from the rooms they were in. Within SECONDS the rooms they ran from were destroyed. A family known to our pastor, not church people -mom, dad, and baby – were killed…among others. Their 7-year-old son was dug out of the rubble of his home unharmed. He is now with Grandma, who, as of yesterday, did not yet know how to tell him his family is gone.

 Let us agree in prayer for Ukraine today, that:

  •  God would raise up leaders to disciple the many new believers pouring into the Church and provide them with Bibles and study materials;
  •  the gospel message would reach every man, woman, and child in Ukraine and bring them from fear and darkness into His kingdom of light and hope;
  •  the Lord would command the hosts of heaven to come against the spirits of fear, fatigue, and fatalism;
  •  the truth about this war would come to light within Russia and cause pressure to mount on Putin to withdraw;
  •  a revival like what was ignited in Ukraine would start in Russia;
  •  revivals in both countries would bring lasting change in every sphere of life, eliminate corruption, heal the war’s emotional and physical scars, and cause them to be catalysts for the kingdom of God and not for socialism;
  •  God would continue to miraculously protect against attacks and to comfort those who have lost loved ones;
  •  He would restore to the Ukrainian people what has been taken or destroyed.

Father in heaven, we pray for Ukraine today. Thank You for the revival that continues. May the gospel of truth, light, and hope go out to every household in the country. May it ring with clarity and hope and be free from distortion. Raise up leaders to evangelize and disciple the many hungry new believers, and provide the resources these converts need to help them grow in their faith. And we pray for Your intervention in the war so that it will end. We declare that Your purposes in Ukraine and Russia will come to fruition. We believe that what Satan intends for evil, You turn to good. In Jesus’ name. Amen. 

Do you pray for the gospel of grace in Ukraine? Please share your prayers and thoughts below.

Remco Brommet is a pastor, spiritual-growth teacher, and prayer leader with over 40 years of experience in Europe, Southeast Asia, Africa, and the U.S. He was born and raised in the Netherlands and pastored his first church in Amsterdam. He moved to the U.S. in 1986. He and his wife, Jennifer, live north of Atlanta. When not writing books, he blogs at www.deeperlifeblog.com and assists his wife as a content developer and prayer coordinator for True Identity Ministries. Jennifer and Remco are passionate about bringing people into a deeper relationship with Christ. Photo Credit: Canva.

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Debra L Campbell
January 23, 2023

The Lord has led me to fast and pray for Ukraine each Monday! Thank you for the update and specific prayer requests!

Darlene Estlow
January 20, 2023

How good to hear of the revival. We pray it would continue and the saints be strengthened.

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Ronald Murphy
January 20, 2023

Praying for a soon end to the barbaric Russian invasion of the free & sovereign nation of Ukraine!

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Don
January 19, 2023

Almighty God. You are Almighty and sovereign over the affairs of men. You also enlist us who know Jesus Christ to participate with you in your work of redemption in the world. We understand our responsibility to act and pray that your will is done on earth as it is in heaven. It is with deep pain that we are witnessing the destruction and evil that have been released on Ukraine. We also acknowledge that all have sinned and come short of the glory of God, and in Ukraine you are calling many to repentance in the midst of great suffering and shaking. We ask that you will strengthen our brothers and sisters in the Holy Spirit to stand and obey and fearlessly proclaim the Good News to their countrymen and that this great harvest will continue. We also pray that the Russian people will be drawn to repentance and revival and that righteousness will prevail, even in the leadership in Russia. May all who oppose You be defeated and brought low and removed. May godly men and women arise and shine and act valiantly! May Jesus Christ be glorified and seen in the midst of this horrible conflict. May peace come soon. In Christ Jesus we hope and in His authoritative name we pray. Amen!

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Peg B
January 19, 2023

Heavenly Father, we give You thanks for the great awakening taking place even now within Ukraine. We confess that the trials they are enduring are great and the loss of life breaks our hearts. Lord Jesus, we take hold of Your words and believe on them John 14:27 “Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you; not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid”. Strengthen the people of Ukraine to know they can choose Your peace and walk in it. This peace protects both their hearts and minds. Thank You. Even among the people in Russia, Lord, let the people choose and cry out for “peace”. We thank You that Your mercies are new every morning and that the power to save continues through all generations. In Jesus’ precious name. Amen.

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Donald Vader
January 19, 2023

Thank you Lord for those sharing the gospel in Ukraine and leading them to Christ and I pray for their continued protection and care in the face of adversity and strengthen them and embolden them to go forth with the Gospel of Jesus Christ and bring healing through the blood of Jesus Christ to this nation… Amen

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Judith
January 19, 2023

Thank you for helping me to know how to pray specifically, as I often don’t know exactly what to pray.

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Geraldine
January 19, 2023

I am sorry you do not post comments that are contrary to your narrative. I will not read you anymore. Geraldine

Geraldine
January 19, 2023

I’m not there but I’m of the opinion that Russia is defending his borders against the west’s aggression. It was decreed long ago that NATO would not impress upon Russian borders. Protecting borders is intrinsic, this is something our government in power should be doing. Not sending billions of dollars to a country across the globe. We should not be interfering with Ukraine or any foreign entity. This money is only going to be laid on our shoulders. Protect our own. There’s not enough space to enumerate all the crimes going on in Ukraine! I believe God has a plan and He will be victorious.

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Susan CC
January 19, 2023

Pastor Maxim, “All over Ukraine, even near the frontline, people are hungry for Christ and churches are experiencing strong responses to altar calls with many people saved and counseled.”

Ezekiel 37
“Son of man, can these bones come to life?”
“O Lord GOD,” I replied, “only You know.”
“Prophesy concerning these bones and tell them, ‘Dry bones, hear the word of the LORD! This is what the Lord GOD says to these bones: I WILL cause breath to enter you, and you will come to life. I WILL attach tendons to you and make flesh grow upon you and cover you with skin. I WILL put breath within you so that you will come to life. THEN YOU WILL KNOW I AM THE LORD.’ ”

Hebrews 2:14 Now since the children have flesh and blood, He too shared in their humanity, so that by His death He might destroy him who holds the power of death, that is, the devil…

Dear Heavenly Father, I have heard “dry bones” in prayer. I have recently read articles on this site referencing this prophecy. I just heard it again reading Pastor Maxim’s comments. Has Ukraine become the Valley of Decision? Will You continue to draw the Ukrainians into salvation? Will You also do this in Russia and Belerus? Will You defeat fear, fatigue, and fatalism? I know You are The Lord. I know You can give dry bones life. I know You can do All Things. I know Jesus destroyed the stranglehold of death. I Know You are the All Knowing God who seals us with the Holy Spirit. In Your Name Abba Father and in the Names of Your Son and Your Holy Spirit, I pray for life in Ukraine, Russia and Belerus,. May they all confess You are The Lord. Amen

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Victoria Lynn Pierson
January 19, 2023

Father God we pray that you continue the revival in Ukraine. I pray you end this war and bring peace and calm and confront to all of the citizens of Ukraine. Bring forth honest, Godly leaders that follow You! In Your holy name Amen

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Nancy Rife
January 19, 2023

Thank you for this update on how God is moving in the Ukraine! I have a friend who ministers to the street children, some of them live in the sewers.. he started an orphanage there before the war.
Pour out Your Spirit in the Ukraine, Father God. Release Your heavenly provision to this country, and bring an end to this war. In Jesus name, amen.!

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Ed
January 19, 2023

It is humbling that God is answering prayers in real time about Ukraine and even Russia. In addition, over 70,000 Jews have made Aliya to Israel.
Father, you alone are God. You always been, You are now and You always will be. Let Your revival explode and send wicked governments in to exile that the people would experience You as in Nineveh. In the name of Jesus.

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