World News
The world can seem so big with so many challenges but we can start to bring change through prayer. Resources needed Information, stories and facts about least-reached people groups Activity Visit our website www.globalinteraction.org.au to research the people groups Baptist Mission Australia serves around the world. Then Google search current news headlines and […]
Water of Life
Water is of great significance not just in the Bible, but also in our daily lives both in Australia and all around the world. Water is essential for all living beings, including plants and animals. Water represents life, refreshment, fertility and birth. In the Bible, there are many references to water, such as Jesus turning […]
The Power of the Spoken Word
The Bible tells us that, “The tongue has the power of life and death” (Proverbs 18:21). Activity Create some declarations of what you believe God’s heart is for the least-reached people groups of the world. Write them down and find scriptures to compliment your ideas. Find a quiet space indoors or head to the […]
The Lord’s Prayer
Resources needed Bible: Mark 6:9-13 Activity Using the prayer that Jesus taught His disciples, you can pray for Baptist Mission Australia intercultural workers or a specific worker who you know. Read the Lord’s Prayer line by line (bold), pausing after each phrase to allow open prayer; let the italic words form the basis for […]
Sandals
A starting point in intercultural dialogue is to put ourselves in the ‘sandals’ of the other. Our intercultural teams seek to understand their local friend’s worldview and beliefs, demonstrating respect and genuine care. In turn, they also share their faith and stories of Jesus. This method of prayer identifies points of connection with people of […]
Prayer Walking
At Baptist Mission Australia, we encourage short-term mission exposure teams to prayer walk when overseas so they can be involved in what God is doing in the area. Prayer walking is not just the practice of enjoying personal communion with God while walking, it is intentional intercessory prayer for others. It is praying in the […]
Prayer Stones
People of all cultures, languages and religions throughout history have drawn deep symbolic meaning from the humble stone. The Bible refers to fascinating stories that involve stones – from Moses striking the rock for water, to Paul referring to Jesus as the spiritual rock of the church. Today stones are often understood as a symbol […]
Prayer Spaces
It is common practice in western culture to pray out loud in groups, one at a time. However in other cultures prayer can take on a very different look. Prayer stations are a great opportunity for people to step out of their comfort zone and practice praying in a different way. Participants can move around […]
Prayer Positions
Use these suggested positions from around the world. Try using different posture when praying for the least-reached people groups during Just Prayer weekend. Activity Standing prayer Pray as the Yawo people pray Pray in confidence rejoicing and praising God with eyes open, looking up and hands uplifted towards heaven Praise God for the new […]
Prayer of Thanksgiving
This prayer is all about giving thanks! Thank God that He is moving mountains, building His Kingdom and reconciling people to Him, through faith in Jesus Thank God for new followers of Jesus, for their freedom and eternal life Thank God for all who serve interculturally, for their faith-filled response and commitment to serving among […]
