2007 Ramadan Prayer Guide

Ramadan, the month of fasting for Muslims, runs this year  from 12 September until 11 October. The 27^th night of this month, commonly referred to as the “Night of Power,” is remembered as the night their Holy Book first began to be revealed to the Prophet. They ask forgiveness for their shortcomings firmly believing that Allah accepts their prayers more readily on this night. In addition, Muslims believe that on this night angels and spirits descend and carry out the commands of Allah. Because of the spiritual dimension to fasting, many Muslims study the Koran and attend their local mosque more frequently.

Ask that He will use the Seeds planted during this season to bear His fruit in the fullness of time. Praise Him that His Word never returns void.

Ask that those fasting will be blessed with a ravenous hunger for Truth and will not cease endeavoring to satisfy this hunger until they partake of the Bread of Life.

Ask that the power of IAM will override the Night of Power so that people will be freed from the darkness that consumes them.

Ask that the eyes and hearts of believers will be opened and that they will diligently and faithfully pursue the seekers encouraging them along the path to Christ. Ask that the spirit of fear and apathy in their lives and hearts will be defeated.

Ask for new believers to see how they can remain in their culture, being salt and light and obedient to the commands of Christ.

Ask that believers will respond with passion and compassion, demonstrating the love of Christ in very tangible, life changing ways. Ask that in addition to helping meet physical needs they will also work to meet spiritual needs.

Lift up believers asking that they will hold firmly and truly to IAM in the face of opposition and pressure they face in this season and all year long.

Ask that believers will be bold and will take every opportunity to share Christ.  The season provides wonderful occasions for believers to visit friends in their homes and to break the fast with them.

Because many expect visions, dreams, signs, wonders and proper interpretations during this season and particularly during the Night of Power, ask that people will experience these and be led to seek IAM.