A winter storm has swept from the Deep South through the Midwest and into the East Coast, leaving snow, ice, outages, and isolation. Please pray for affected families, first responders, and churches navigating safety closures while trusting the Lord’s care.

On mission in Iraq in 2005, U.S. Marine Octavio Sanchez suffered burns on 70% of his body. Despite flatlining and resuscitating three times, he survived—and much more. God has used these intricate pieces of his life to prepare him to lead FrontSight Military Outreach, a California ministry serving veterans and sharing Jesus. A documentary of his life was released in 2025.

In the midst of violent crackdowns, mass arrests, and looming public executions, a desperate generation in Iran cries out for freedom. As the regime tightens its grip, the Gospel quietly advances—calling believers worldwide to pray for God’s intervention and mercy.

Raised in a devoted Irish Catholic home, I believed being “good” was enough. Years of loving challenge and Scripture revealed my sin and my need for Christ. When I trusted Jesus alone, I found assurance, transformation, and a new life in Him.

Pray for Syrian Christians, endangered by Muslim extremists after the December collapse of their government. Calvary Chapel-based Far Reaching Ministries is working to rescue them.

Many believers are suffering and dying for their faith, as confirmed by Open Doors International. Jesus warned in Matthew 24:9 that persecution would increase before His return. Let us keep our brothers and sisters in daily prayer.