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Pierre Gemayel was a Lebanese politician who sought to establish peace in Lebanon, but was assasinated for his attempts to unite the remaining Christian community in Lebanon through the bond of peace and reconciliation. Please join with Windows International Network in praying for ...

The family of Pierre Gemayel to sense God’s peace, comfort and strength during this difficult time.

God’s wisdom, leading and guidance for Prime Minister Fuad Saniora and his Cabinet as they respond to Gemayel’s assassination.

Justice for those responsible for Gemayel’s slaying.
Gemayel’s assassination not to lead to a full-blown Lebanese civil war. Pray protection from hatred, violence and chaos.

The Church to realize the importance of its role in intercession and stand in the gap in this very crucial time in the history of Lebanon.

The Lord to either change the hearts of corrupt rulers or remove them from their posts. Pray for righteousness in the government. Pray for rulers who will father the nation with love for the people and the nation.

The walls between Lebanese churches to continue to fall and Believers will come together in unity. Division is one of the biggest strongholds of the nation. Pray for the Lord to send a spirit of humility to the Church and the nation. Pride is another stronghold in the country.

The Lord’s perfect plan for Lebanon and the neighboring 10/40 Window nations to be fulfilled.

A spiritual revival, for thirst and hunger for the Lord all throughout the Middle East.

Sources: The Associated Press, Catholic News, Assyrian International News Agency, Jerusalem Post, Operation World and World Evangelical Alliance Religious Liberty Commission.

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Lebanon, Middle East

Leader: Prime Minister Fouad Siniora
Dominant Religion: Sunni and Shia Islam
Christians: 23-30%
Persecution Ranking: Not Ranked

"Lebanon has been wracked with war and civil war for decades," reports Light the Window, the prayer guide edited by Floyd McClung. But this "once beautiful Mediterranean country" has begun to recover. The Syrian army which had maintained a military presence in Lebanon since 1976, withdrew after the assassination of former Prime Minister Rafik Hariri on February 14th 2005. Since then, there have been several bomb attacks, mostly in Christian communities.

Lebanon officially recognizes 18 religious groups including Sunni and Shia Islam, Druze, and Christian. In fact, the political structure allocates senior positions to specified religious groups. Religious freedom, granted by the Lebanese constitution, is respected. Citizens may change the religion denoted on their identity cards to reflect personal choice. However, society in general is not accepting of such changes. Further, the government is fearful that citizens changing religion may ignite inter-community tensions. People from all religious backgrounds are choosing to follow Christ. They do face societal and family pressure, and some are forced to move to other more Christian parts of the country.

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Prayer points:

= Pray for Prime Minister Siniora and his government as they seek to establish a new era in Lebanese politics following the withdrawal of the Syrian army.

= Pray for those who choose to follow Christ and face hostility from their families.

= Pray that Jesus Christ will be made known in the midst of ethnic tensions and diversity.

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Dear LORD Jesus, we thank You for the extensive network of Christian schools in Lebanon that are held in high esteem. Continue to bless these schools, we pray, that they would continue to provide good education and honor your name. Bring greater stability and a sense of national good to this religiously diverse land. We pray that the Almighty God would be made known in the midst of ethnic tensions and diversity. Amen.
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Sources: LifeAgape International, Barnabus Fund, Christian Solidarity Worldwide, Forum 18 News Service, Jubilee Campaign, Middle East Concern, Open Doors International, and 3P Ministries.
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