On August 24, 1991, Ukraine became a free and independent nation. Now, 34 years later, believers around the world are gathering to pray for the nation’s freedom once again.

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This Sunday, on August 24, Global Prayer for Ukraine is inviting believers, pastors, and churches around the world to join in a “global prayer chain for Ukraine.” As this nation struggles under Russian oppression, the organizers of this initiative, endorsed by the President of Ukraine, Intercessors for Ukraine, and IFA, are recognizing that “prayer has the power to change hearts, destinies, and even the course of history.” As the website says, “when we kneel together, God raises His mighty hand!

But what exactly is a prayer chain? Much like IFA’s Prayer Wall, Global Prayer for Ukraine is asking churches or organizations to pick a 15-minute time slot on Sunday, so that all 24 hours might be saturated in prayer. Dozens of groups from the U.S., Europe, and Africa have already volunteered. And, if you’d like to sign your church up, you can do so by clicking here.

You can also visit the website at prayforukraine.org.ua, which features information about the war and details the need for prayer. The website also includes seven prayer points designed to help guide your intercession. We’ve included these prayer points below:

• Pray for a just and lasting peace—that God would stop the war and that light would overcome darkness.
• Pray for the protection of Christians in the occupied territories and for all those who minister under persecution.
• Pray for the return of abducted children and healing for wounded families.
• Pray for comfort for those who have lost loved ones and for emotional and spiritual restoration.
• Pray for the protection and defense of Ukrainian cities, villages, and people from bombing.
• Pray for global support — so that the world does not grow weary of standing with Ukraine against evil.
• Pray for wisdom and courage  of world leaders in the fight against the dictatorial coalition of evil.

This day of prayer could not come at a more critical moment. President Trump just recently met with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Then, earlier this week, he met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and other European leaders. Peace is close than ever before, but it has proven to be evasive in the past. Let’s pray boldly, remain steadfast in intercession, and ask the Lord to finally bring an end to this horrible war!

How are you praying for Ukraine? Share your prayers and scriptures in the comments below.

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