As a mobile ministry, classes are held in homes, coffeeshops, campsites and other locations.
As a mobile ministry, classes are held in homes, coffeeshops, campsites and other locations.
Jan. 04, 2024 | Korea, North

Wisdom for Outreach to North Korean Defectors

[156] prayers in [8] nations have been posted for defectors.

Front-line workers serving North Korean defectors in South Korea have seen an increase in the number of North Koreans expressing interest in joining their basic Christian discipleship classes. These classes use a mobile format to reach students in various parts of the country. The front-line workers request prayer that they would be wise in selecting and enrolling students who are committed to the ministry and who have the support of their local church pastor.

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  • May many North Korean defectors hear and understand the message of Jesus. May they embrace his love and become his disciples.
    Rebecca H - New Zealand
  • Father, thank you that more defectors are choosing to learn how to trust and follow Jesus fully. Please provide the resources needed including more mature believers who can mentor and disciple them. Give wisdom and lead them by your Spirit. Protect each one from evil. Thank you. Amen.
    Vicki Y - USA
  • Lord we pray for this Ministry to grow & fulfill Your purpose for raising it up. We pray that You grant them the wisdom they need in selecting & enrolling students who will be committing to the cause by prospering in the knowledge of The Gospel & sharing same. May this Effort bring Light that will chase darkness away from their environment in Jesus Nam
    Maureen E - USA
  • Thank You for the growing interest in these discipleship classes that reach out into the country. Grant the front-line workers discernment in selecting and enrolling those who are genuine seekers so as to protect the identities of those who have escaped North Korea. May the Word of God draw seekers to Christ and strengthen believers in their walk.
    Toni D - USA
  • Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, I pray for you and your family. May God keep you in his hand. The mighty name of Jesus is powerful. Look up! For our redemption draws nigh. Jesus is coming back! We're fighting a battle that he's already won. In His Love. Amen.
    Susan R - USA
  • In the saving name of Jesus, our heavenly Father, Yeshua, God Who saves, as brothers and sisters in Christ we praise You for Your salvation of North Korean defectors. We ask for a hedge of protection, angels direct from heaven encamp around and minister to them. Amen
    Gary F - USA
  • Father God. We pray for front-line workers to be wise in selecting and enrolling students who are committed to the ministry and who have the support of their local church pastor. We pray for the growth of this ministry and for Your providential care. In Jesus Precious Name, the love of God and the fellowship of the Holy Spirt Amen.
    Alvin A - USA
  • Dear Lord please lead the seekers to the discipleship program and bless both the student and teachers for Your Glory in Jesus Amen
    Peggy A - USA
  • In the powerful name of Jesus, our heavenly Father, El Shaddai, God Almighty, as brothers and sisters in Christ we praise You that North Korean defectors fear You not mankind. We ask for more mobile resources, a hedge of protection, and angels direct from heaven to encamp around and minister to them. Amen.
    Gary F - USA
  • Thank you Jesus for drawing the hearts of North Korean defectors to the discipleship class where they are learning and growing in you. I thank you for the difference that you are making in these peoples lives and how they are going to share the gospel. May many more come to know you as savior through them.I pray you protect them. Amen Jesus!
    Eric D - USA
  • Lord, we pray for these classes and for those who lead them. Give them wisdom and unity from the Holy Spirit, and may their efforts be multiplied in the lives of those who attend. May your word go out in power and may the effect be far-reaching. Send your Spirit upon the land of North Korea, Lord, and free them from the darkness that holds them hostage
    Jackie V - USA
  • Father, thank You for these North Korean brothers and sisters in Christ who are expressing interest in discipleship. We ask for wisdom for the front-line workers in enrolling the most qualified students for these limited positions and ask Father that You would anoint each of these North Korean believers as they boldly stand for You in South Korea, amen
    Forrest B - USA
  • Father, we pray for those who were so desperate that they defected from their homeland and are now having their worldview turned on its head. Please give wisdom to the workers who must select some to be students and turn down others. Please provide resources so more can study and learn.
    Brenda M - USA
  • In the powerful name and presence of Jesus, our heavenly Father, El Shaddai, God Almighty, as brothers and sisters in Christ we praise You for Your presence with and faithfulness of North Korean defectors. We ask for hedge of protection, angels direct from heaven to encamp around and minister to them. Amen.
    Gary F - USA
  • Dear Lord, bless these new believers as they walk with Jesus. Bring those who flee from persecution peace & joy in your love. May this mobile format bring them knowledge of you, & salvation thru Jesus, our Savior. Give them a place of safety to learn & worship. Holy Spirit, pour your understanding over them, that they may mature in their faith. Amen.
    Shelly D - USA
  • Dear God & Father, I pray for NK defectors & front-line workers who serve them: Protect, provide for, comfort, strengthen, encourage & guide them. May they stay strong & united in faith, hope & love, committed to Christ. Give the workers wisdom in selecting, enrolling & building up qualified students for ministry. Save all of NK. In Jesus' Name. Amen.
    Lisa D - USA
  • Father God, thank you for working so mightily among these North Korean defectors. Bless them and provide for their every need, including the loved ones they left behind. Strengthen them in your Word Lord God and make them a blessing to all who come into contact with them!
    Jennifer Robinson E - USA
  • Dear God & Father, I pray for NK defectors & for front-line workers serving them: Protect, provide for, comfort, strengthen, encourage & guide them. May they stay strong & united in faith, hope & love, committed to Christ. Give the workers wisdom in selecting, enrolling & building up qualified students for ministry. Save all NK! In Jesus' Name. Amen.
    Lisa D - USA
  • Abba please protect the defectors & those who who provide shelter in South Korea. It is a great blessing to be willing to share their shelter with a stranger but south koreans do it. Bless the churches that support this mission. Forgive our sins God for being self centred. I pray that the defectors turn help rest of their family to find Jesus
    BENEDICTA N - USA
  • Dear God & Father, I pray for NK defectors & for front-line workers serving them: Protect, provide for, comfort, strengthen, encourage & guide them. May they stay strong & united in faith, hope & love, committed to Christ. Give the workers wisdom in selecting, enrolling & building up qualified students for ministry. Save all of NK. In Jesus' Name. Ame
    Lisa D - USA
  • Dear God & Father, I pray for NK defectors & for front-line workers serving them: Protect, provide for, comfort, strengthen, encourage & guide them. May they stay strong & united in faith, hope & love, committed to Christ. Give the workers wisdom in selecting, enrolling & building up qualified students for ministry. Save all of NK. In Jesus' Name. Amen
    Lisa D - USA
  • Heavenly Father, I pray for front-line workers as they receive applications to enroll in discipleship classes. I pray for protection over the instructors and the students, that their activities would be unhindered. I pray for all Christians in Korea, for Your provision and protection over them in Jesus' name.
    Rosalind T - USA
  • Dear God & Father, I pray for NK defectors & front-line workers serving them: Protect, provide for, comfort, strengthen, encourage & guide them. May they stay strong & united in faith, hope & love, committed to Christ. Give workers wisdom in selecting, enrolling & building up qualified students in the ministry. May this help save all of NK. Amen.
    Lisa D - USA
  • In the everlasting name of Jesus, our heavenly Father, El Olam, God eternal, as brothers and sisters in Christ, we praise You for faithfulness of North Korean defectors. We ask for provision, a hedge of protection, and angels direct from heaven to encamp around and minister to them. Amen
    Gary F - USA
  • Father, bless the North Korean defector with faith hope and love as they serve you. May the front line workers be wise in selecting students with are committed to you and the work of the gospel. In Jesus name.
    Rhonda F - USA
  • Lord I pray for wisdom and discernment for those leading the classes and for them to see spiritually what is going on. I pray they would know who to trust and who has genuine love for You and who may be doing it out of false motives. I pray for Your hand to bless and prosper the ministry so more would know You and find refuge in Your wings.
    Joy H - USA
  • Dear God & Father, I pray for NK defectors & for front-line workers serving them: Protect, provide for, comfort, strengthen, encourage & guide them. May they stay strong & united in faith, hope & love, committed to Christ. Give the workers wisdom in selecting, enrolling & building up qualified students for ministry. Save all of NK. In Jesus' Name. Ame
    Lisa D - USA
  • FATHER GOD, PRECIOUS HOLY SPIRIT AND SAVIOR MESSIAH LORD JESUS, PLEASE CONTINUE TO GIVE INSIGHT, PROVIDING WISDOM FOR THE mobile group gatherings. PLEASE BLOCK any person seeking to scatter YOUR FLOCK OF LAMBS . We PRAY YOU WOULD cause confusion on their way to groups and STOPPED by YOUR MIGHTY WARRING ANGELS. MAY the enemies be SAVED BY JESUS BLOOD
    Carolyn A - USA
  • Dear Heavenly Father I amen these previous prayers. Pray You provide everything they need who join this cause, may they be wise & study to show themselves approved, lacking in nothing. Anoint them & place Your mantle upon them. Going forth in power, in faith, love & compassion, in all diligence. May they reach many for Your sake. In Jesus' Faithful NA.
    Johnathan K - USA
  • Father God, thank you for the North Koreans who are seeking you and seeking answers. I pray that you will meet their needs through this program and others. Please give the workers wisdom and discernment as they enroll people into their programs who truly seek you. I pray that many will find salvation and grow in faith in Jesus Christ. Amen.
    Julia F - USA
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