GLORY TO GOD IN THE HIGEST

An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified. But the angel said to them, "Do not be afraid. I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. Today in the town of David a Saviour has been born to you; he is Christ the Lord. This will be a sign to you: You will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger. Suddenly a great company of the heavenly host appeared with the angel, praising God and saying, Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace to men on whom his favour rests. Luke 2: 9 - 11

Christmas began in the heart of God. It is complete only when it reaches the heart of man. Pray that Namibians will open their hearts and accept Christ the Lord as King of their lives.

May you and your loved ones enjoy God’s love and provision this Festive Season.

INTERCEDE DAILY FOR GOVERNMENT

On Friday the Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN) declared Swapo as victorious in the 2009 Elections. Eight political parties do not accept the results of the National Assembly and presidential elections and will take the ECN to court for allegedly contravening the election law.

The results indicated that the ruling Swapo Party won the parliamentary election with 75,27 per cent or 602 580 votes. The opposition parties jointly collected 208 543 votes, with the RDP getting the highest number of votes, namely 90 556 votes or 11,31 per cent. RDP presidential candidate Hidipo Hamutenya won 88 640 votes or 11,08 per cent of the vote.

The photo above from The Namibian (http://www.namibian.com.na) shows President Hifikepunye Pohamba who said he was happy with the results. Pres. Pohamba will start his second term on 21 March 2010 when the government will be sworn in.

Let us daily intercede for our government:

• Pray that they would recognize their own inadequacy to fulfill their tasks and that they would depend upon God for knowledge, wisdom, and the courage to do what is right.
• Pray that they would reject all counsel that violates spiritual principles, trusting God to prove them right.
• Pray that they would resist those who would pressure them to violate their conscience.
• Pray that they would be ready to sacrifice their personal ambitions and political careers for the sake of this nation.
• Pray that they would rely upon prayer and the Word of God as the source of their daily strength, wisdom and courage.
• Pray that they would remember to be good examples in their conduct to the fathers, mothers, sons, and daughters of this nation.
• Pray that they would be reminded daily that they are accountable to Almighty God for the decisions they make.

I urge, then, first of all, that requests, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for everyone — for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness. 1 Timothy 2:1-2

A TIME FOR THANKSGIVING

You are invited to a prayer meeting Wednesday 2 December to thank God for hearing our prayers for free and fair elections 2009 in Namibia.

Time: 13:00 to 14:00
Dates: December 2
Place: DRC Mother Church
(NG Kerk Moedergemeente) (Opposite State House c/o Robert Mugabe and Daniel Munamava)

All welcome. Please invite others to join you.

Please remember that the
Steering Committee for Churches
for Free and Peacefull Elections
has called for thanksgiving during this
Sunday's worship service at all churches in Namibia.

ELECTIONS FREE AND FAIR!

The observer mission of the Southern African Development Community (SADC) has declared Namibia’s national and presidential elections free and fair, its leader, Mozambican Diplomatic Affairs Minister Francisco Madeira, said yesterday. Generally, the pre-election phase was characterised by a peaceful, tolerant and yet enthusiastic political atmosphere, the SADC mission observed.

Although there were some incidents of violence reported in some parts of the country, the law enforcement agencies were able to deal with them effectively. “These acts of violence were roundly condemned by all the political leaders in the country,” Madeira said.

The SADC mission applauds the Namibian people for the manner in which they expressed their will and conducted themselves during the entire electoral process, thus contributing to the consolidation of democracy and political stability in Namibia, the SADC region and the African continent,” Madeira added.

Source: http://www.namibian.com.na

THE TRUTH AND THE LIE

Yesterday we asked for prayer, that the truth will triumph over the lie and that assumptions (about why the results of the elections were delayed) must be validated before accepted as facts. We also asked for prayers that whatever is hampering the publication of the results will resolved and called on all members of political parties and their leaders to remain calm and seek biblical ways to solve the issues that are causing "anxiety, frustration and confusion"(as reported by a local newspaper).

This call for prayers has caused some reaction from some of you. It was pointed out that the Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN) is going out of their way to verify results at “constituency verification centres” before being forwarded to the ECN’s central election results centre in Windhoek. We can choose how we want to react to this delay. Let's come with an expectation that the official results will be correct and that everyone "will serve wholeheartedly as if they were serving the Lord, not men!" Eph 6:6:7

ANXIETY, FRUSTRATION AND CONFUSION

"Dark clouds of anxiety, frustration and confusion hung over most parts of Namibia late yesterday as the Electoral Commission of Namibia failed to release any official election results on the first day after the polls closed in Namibia’s fourth post-Independence Presidential and National Assembly elections." Source: http://www.namibian.com.na

Dear Brothers and Sisters, What a sad way to describe the state of the country this morning, "dark clouds of anxiety, frustration and confusion hung over most parts of Namibia." After two days of peaceful and calm elections, it seems as if the Electoral Commission of Namibia is failing in their role to publish official results.

Please make this an urgent prayer request. Pray that the truth will triumph over the lie and that assumptions will be validated before accepted as facts. Pray that whatever is hampering the publication of the results will resolved and that credibility in the ECN and the results will be restored. Pray that believers will act in a God-like manner and turn to the Light to shed light on the situation. Pray that all members of political parties and their leaders will remain calm and seek biblical ways to solve the issues that are causing anxiety, frustration and confusion. Come against the Evil One and all forces that cause these problems. In Jesus Name!

ECUMENICAL PRAYER SERVICE - WINDHOEK

The Council of Churches of Namibia and the Steering Committee of Churches for Elections invite all churches and believers to an Ecumenical Prayer Service in Windhoek on the last Sunday before the elections. Please invite and mobilize your members to attend this special occasion for united prayers.

Date: 22 November 2009
Time: 16:00 - 17:00
Venue: Hosianna Lutheran Church Katutura
More information: Rev. Tshapaka Kapolo from CCN @ 374058

Pray that Namibian believers will hunger after God: Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled. Matthew 5:6

Pray that Namibian believers will earnestly seek God: O God, you are my God, earnestly I seek you; my soul thirsts for you, my body longs for you, in a dry and weary land where there is no water. Psalm 63:1

Pray that Namibian believers will worship God in spirit and in truth: God is spirit, and his worshipers must worship in spirit and in truth. John 4:24

IT IS TIME TO STEP OUT!

Praise God for the Walvisbay Community Church who worked hard to make their church available for this week-end's Global Leadership Summit 2009. About 400 leaders from all over Namibia gathered and were encouraged, motivated and challenged. What a great way to end the year. What a great way to be challenged for 2010. Like the late Dr Bill Bright said: This is no time for business as usual.

• Bill Hybels’ first session, Leading in a New Reality, reminded us that we need to slow down and gently listen to God, even in the midst of the chaos of the world around us.
• Jessica Jackley’s insight on the whole idea of co-creation totally were exciting when thinking about new ideas and possibilities that are out there. It just starts be taking one, small step. I was challenged by the difference that a young lady can make in the world!
• Dave Gibbons shared his challenging thoughts and insights on creating a Third Culture, a culture of adaptation. Namibia needs to apply his ideas!
• Andrew Rugsira challenged the group to think differently about the continent of Africa and to not just look through the lens of compassion (Aid), but to also see the opportunity that is in the people (and Trade) on our continent.
• Wess Stafford shared an amazing story about compassion and forgiveness.
• Tim Keller’s session, Leading People to the Prodigal God, was a touching reminder to remember the true heart of the Gospel.
• Harvey Carey touch our hearts and convinced us that we need to step out and do something!

The group photo taken at this year's summit at Willow Creek shows that Namibia is part of something bigger!

Pray for Namibian leaders in Government, Business and the Church to answer the call, to trust God and step out with their God-given gifts and change Namibia. In the Name of Jesus! Amen.

If you want to know more - Tim Schraeder shares his insights of the Global Leadership Summit at http://www.timschraeder.com/

NAMIBIA: GLOBAL LEADERSHIP SUMMIT

This week-end on 6 and 7 November 2009 more than 400 leaders from all over Namibia will gather at Walvisbay for the Global Leadership Summit 2009.

In the face of escalating human need our country calls out for leaders who will persevere: who will maintain their character, integrity, and resolve. We hold a deep belief that if you change a church leader, you can change a church, and if enough churches start changing, you can change an entire region, country, and eventually the world!

Bill Hybels writes: Show me a leader with a growing heart of faith in God and a gradually improving set of leadership skills, and I’ll show you someone who can put the enemy on the run! The fact that we are in a battle is inescapable. The question is, what battle would you rather be in, and who would you rather be in it with? For myself, fighting for the local church and ensuring it achieves its redemptive potential with other Christ-following brothers and sisters is the highest marching order I could ever receive.

Trust the Lord that the leaders will return from this summit with fire in their hearts. Please pray that every leader in Namibia would take their role seriously, and would arm themselves for the battle around them and live their mission as the Spirit gives grace and power.

BELLS FOR PEACE

As a nation we are thankful to God for our country to maintain its culture of democratic process as ensured in the Constitution of our Republic. A general election is the democratic right of all citizens to elect their political representatives. It is against this background that Council of Churches Namibia (CCN) urges all her Member Churches to devote the first week of November 2009 as a NATIONAL PRAYER WEEK FOR PEACE, TOLERANCE AND RECONCILIATION During the national prayer week the CCN are suggesting the following

• Let each church ring the Church Bells at 06H00 every morning. As Christians we are calling for Peace, Tolerance and Reconciliation.
• Let us pray together as Christians all over Namibia three times a day for Peace, Tolerance and Reconciliation, at 6:00, 13:00 and 19:00.
• Let us pray for a culture of Caring, Serving and Love to all God’s People.
• All our sermons on Sundays and wherever we preach should emphasize the message of Peace, Tolerance and Reconciliation.

For more information please contact Rev. Dr. Tshapaka Kapolo or Ms. Kristiana Shilongo at 61 – 374058 or 374066.

PHOTO: Church Bell DRChurch Windhoek East

VOTING BY TOUCH

There are around 29 000 visually impaired Namibians.The Electoral Commission of Namibia introduced the Braille ballot template in the 2004 elections and have appointed a visually impaired person to train voters throughout the country. The Electoral Act of 1992 states that every individual Namibian has the right to cast their votes in secret, but those who cannot read Braille may still bring along a friend or a relative to help them cast their votes.

Let us pray for those who are visually impaired. Pray that God will strengthen them and that they will come to know Him who is the Light. Pray for family and friends to support the visually impaired and make life for them as comfortable as possible. Continue to pray for the Electoral Commission of Namibia as they prepare for Elections 2009.

Source: http://www.namibian.com.na
Photo: http://www.world-family-foundation.org

I DECLARE I CAN PRAY!

I declare that I can pray for Namibia and our nation because I believe and confess that:

• The Triune God - Father, Son and Holy Spirit, is sovereign, rules from heaven and is in control over Namibia! Psa 47:8; Jer 10:7
• God sees and responds to everything that happens in Namibia! Psa 33:13-15; Gen 16:13
• God has a plan and a purpose for Namibia! Is 14:26
• God answers the prayers of those who cry out to Him. Isa 41:17; Isa 58:9-10; Matt 7:7
• God will bring salvation to the unsaved in Namibia! Ps 42:11; Ps 79:9
• God wants the wicked and the violent to repent and turn to Him! Ezek 18:23
• Justice will come to Namibia! Luk 18:7
• God's mercy will triumph over judgment for the healing and restoration of our nation! Jas 2:13; 2 Chron 7:14

Prayerfully spend some time with the Lord and His Word
and make this your confession.

Sunday November 1 is
the National Day of Prayer for Elections 2009

Please pray that Namibians everywhere will pray!

HELPING HANDS OF THE PEACE CORPS

The Peace Corps Program started in 1990 with a request from the Government of the Republic of Namibia for Volunteers to teach in the secondary schools.

21 Peace Corps Volunteers have just completed their orientation of local languages, culture and society, and the proud history of Namibia and the Namibian people in Okahandja. Each of these volunteers has committed themselves to two years of service in Namibia. They will be assigned to the Caprivi, Hardhap, Kavango, Khomas, Omaheke, Kunene, Otjozondjupa, Oshana, Oshikoto and Omusati regions and live among the local Namibian population.

The volunteers will be placed in positions through various Namibian Organizations and work with their Namibian counterparts to help strengthen these organizations. They will also do life skills training and share HIV/AIDS information in innovative activities and community projects.

128 Peace Corps volunteers are currently assigned to Namibia, serving all 13 regions of the country. Source: Press Release U.S. Embassy Windhoek, telephone 061-229-801.

Let us pray for these men and women as they touch the lives of many young Namibians. Pray for their protection and that they will have wisdom to address the many challenges that will come their way. Pray that they will build relationships that will last for a lifetime. Pray that they will also find Peace Everlasting in Namibia.

The LORD bless you and keep you; the LORD make his face shine upon you and be gracious to you; the LORD turn his face towards you and give you peace. Numbers 6:24-26

LOST CONNECTION

For the past few days we have lost contact with the world (or that is how it felt), when our Internet connection was down. I prepared a prayer request over the weekend, but could not publish it! But that does not mean we cannot pray. Praise God that our connection with Him is never down and that He calls on us to always pray and not give up.

Surely the arm of the LORD is not too short to save, nor his ear too dull to hear. Isa 59:1

Please pray for this blog, that we will always provide you with relevant prayer information and that we will be able to go online when a prayer request must be published.

VALUES FROM THE HEART

A value is any deeply cherished principle, belief or conviction held by an individual or group of people. What people really value becomes apparent in observing their behaviour. We may say we believe in ‘good values’ – but do our everyday lives actually reflect Godly values such as honesty or perseverance?

At the heart of many of the problems facing our country and our continent is a gap between the positive values that we profess and our actions. HEARTLINES is a project that uses television, radio and print media to get the nation to talk, think about and act on these values.

No Christian perfectly practices or even understands all of God’s ways. But as believers in the Lord Jesus, we are on a journey with our Creator to discover the principles that make life work best. We trust that through study, prayer and by the power of the Holy Spirit, God’s values will become our own and that we will see our lives - and those around us - transformed.

In 2006, Heartlines launched its first 8 TV drama films in South Africa under the campaign "8 Weeks - 8 Values - One National Conversation". These films were launched this past Sunday in Namibia and will be screened by the NBC TV every Sunday for the next seven weeks at 13:00.

“Living Godly Values” is a resource for teaching and discipleship, designed to challenge us as Christians to live out good values. If you want to know more about the Heartlines project, call 061 258006 or visit http://www.heartlines.co.za/media/8films.asp

The Church is meant to be the primary place where Godly values are taught and practiced.

Please pray for the Heartlines project, the NBC and church as they take hands to build values from the Bible into the lives of the people of Namibia. Pray with us that this National Values Campaign will gain momentum and bare fruit in our society.

CELEBRATE LIFE WITH PASSION!

Pneumatix Namibia is a school of ministry presenting a showcase of dance, drama and music the coming week. This production will share Jesus in a unique way and is for the whole family.

Date: 8 or 9 October 2009 (Production starts 18:30)
Place: Pioneerspark DR Church, c/o Von Falcenhausen & Redecker street
Call: Johan 081 255 6500 Cost: Donation

Pneumatix equips young spiritual leaders in Namibia through character building, practical Life skill training, and through academic- and arts education. The young people dedicate a year of their lives for “hands on” training that provides a balanced environment. This develops and equips the person as a whole. Through sharing their lives during this time, they develop strong, healthy relationships with others, their community and themselves. Visit their website http://www.pnxnamibia.com for more information.

Pray for the young people of our country, that they will live a disciplined lifestyle with endurance, serve with excellence, create moments to see God at work and celebrate life with passion! Pray for the right believers to join Pneumatix in 2010.

NAMIBIA FAITH CONVENTION 2009

The Namibia Faith Convention from 4 to 11 October is an annual gathering of believers from all walks of life. "Building Strong Faith for Tough Times", is a theme that embodies the believer's stance in a time where the global economic crisis, environmental issues and other like matters directly or indirectly affect everyone.

Believers will be empowered, trained and given practical steps to get through these tough times and overcome them though strong faith. Evening Meetings: 18h00 | Seminars: 09h00

Speakers: Haruna and Titi Goroh (Hosts), At Boshoff, Abel Damina, John Akpami, Allan Bagg, David Owuor.

Jesus Centre Okuryangava, Windhoek Tel: +26461245001 www.faithconvention.com

Pray God's blessing upon the convention and the speakers team. Pray that God's Children in Namibia will hunger after sound biblical teaching.

As the deer pants for streams of water,
so my soul pants for you, O God.
My soul thirsts for God, for the living God.
When can I go and meet with God?
Psalm 42

PRAY for JERUSALEM

The 4 th of October has been set aside as an International Day of Prayers for Jerusalem. In obedience to the Word of God, we in Namibia want to join believers all over the world and pray:

Our Father in heaven, the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, in obedience to Your Word, I pray for the peace of Jerusalem and the Land of Israel. Bless the people of Israel with Your promise of redemption, shield them with Your love, and bring them renewed hope for their day of salvation. Guide Israel’s leaders and advisers with the light of Your truth. For Your Name’s sake, I ask that You remember Your promise and bless the Land with peace, and its inhabitants with lasting joy!

Pray for the peace of Jerusalem: May they prosper who love you. Peace be within your walls, Prosperity within your palaces. For the sake of my brethren and companions, I will now say, Peace be within you. Psalm 122:6 - 8

Source http://www.daytopray.com

DRESS CASUAL. PRAY FOR THE AGED

1 October is Casual Day in Namibia. Our Gospel Community Radio "Channel 7" (http://www.k7.com.na/ or 061 235815) coordinates the day to raise funds for the needs of the aged in Namibia. Please support them by buying a sticker and pray for the aged.

If you are still young and do not understand what it means to be older, here is a prayer by a senior citizen:

Dear Lord, look down upon us who are in the twilight of life. We thank You for the many favors, benefits and opportunities bestowed on us, and above all, that we are still alive. May You continue to shower on us the grace and blessings of good health that we may be able to carry on our lives and serve You.

We are however getting weaker and slower now and it takes a while to get going. Grant us, the Senior Citizens of Namibia, your merciful love and compassion that we may be free from worries, ailments, dangers and money problems. May our lives be replete with joy and happiness, comforts and ease, also with a sound heart, mind and body emotionally and spiritually.

We pray that our children and grandchildren, relatives and friends, may understand our predicament, anxieties, weaknesses and shortcomings, and may they thereby afford us tender loving care and a cheerful atmosphere to brighten our hopes and dreams to lengthen our temporal lease in life.

May lasting peace, security and harmony reign on Earth as it does in Heaven. Amen

Source: Based on a prayer by Jose A Lucero 78 years old

YOUR WILL BE DONE

Dear Father, I come to you in the name of Jesus Christ. I want to thank you for the leaders of our nation. I pray that you will give them wisdom to make good decisions for this country. I pray that you pour out your Holy Spirit on our nation's capital and draw men and women in Windhoek to a saving knowledge of Jesus Christ.

I pray that in this upcoming election, you will grant us leaders who will "do good, love mercy, and walk humbly with their God." I pray that you will grant us leaders who will respect human life and execute justice for the poor. I pray that you grant us leaders that will serve the interests of the people and not merely use people for personal gain. I pray that you will give us leaders that will do what is right both for Namibia and Africa.

I come against any attack of the enemy that would seek to thwart your plans and your purposes during this election. I declare the plans of the enemy null and void in the name of Jesus Christ.

Most importantly Father, I pray that your kingdom come and your will be done in Namibia.

Amen

Against Crime And Violence

Recently we have also been the victim of crime. Let us unite in prayer against this evil in society:

Lord God, crime is on the increase within our city and our country. We ask that You will comfort and heal all the victims of crime.

We pray too that You will protect all people from the evil of crime and violence. We pray especially for the conversion of all criminals - remove all evil from their hearts, and fill them with your goodness and love, that they may cease their evil works and that our city and land be free from all the scourge of crime and violence.

We pray also for the grace to purge ourselves of all violence in our own thoughts and actions, in our family life, in our friendships and our relationships with others. Amen.

Woe to him who builds a city with bloodshed and establishes a town by crime! Hab 2:12

AN EVENING OF PRAYER

The Church in Namibia want to take up the very important role of intercession and work for a peaceful, free and fair election process. All prayer and church leaders in Windhoek are invited to an evening of prayer for the Elections 2009. A strategy for prayers for the elections and how intercessors and churches can participate will be shared.

The main focus of the evening will be to pray for these elections and the National Day of Prayer on 1 November. Believers will also have an opportunity to sign up for a prayer chain that will run through October.

Date: 17 September 2009
Time: 18:00 to 21:00
Venue: Khomas Community Church, Borgward Street, Khomasdal

Please pray that God will prepare the hearts and minds of his children to establish His Kingdom in Namibia. Trust that God will prepare the Church to boldly take up the role of being a prophetic voice by speaking out clearly on issues that relate to the well-being of the nation. Pray that He will empower church leaders to offer godly counsel to all elected officials on matters that will aid nation building.

This, then, is how you should pray: "Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name, your kingdom come, your will be done on earth as it is in heaven". Matthew 6:9,10

NAMIBIAN TIME CHANGE

On Sunday, 6 September 2009, Namibian time changed from Winter time (UTC +1) back to Summer time (UTC +2). The time change took place at 02h00 (AM). For practical purposes, this means setting clocks forward 1 hour (ie. from 02h00 to 03h00).

At this time of "time" change it is always good to think about your life, your time and how you use it.

Remember you can not find more time. You also can not manage the time you have. All you can do is manage yourself. Choose the right things to work on at the right time and stay focused. Face up to the hard work of managing yourself and get the help and support you need to live the abundant life God created you to live.

There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under heaven. Ec 3:1

The salvation of the righteous comes from the LORD; he is their stronghold in time of trouble. Ps 37:39

But I pray to you, O LORD, in the time of your favour; in your great love, O God, answer me with your sure salvation. Ps 69:13

Photo: Church of Christ's Love Ministries in Windhoek

SWAPO ELECTORAL COLLEGE MEETS

This weekend the Swapo Electoral College, around 190 people, will meet in Windhoek to decide on the list of 72 Swapo Party members they want to submit as their representatives in the National Assembly, which will be elected during the November national elections.

Please seriously intercede for this important meeting of the Swapo Electoral College and the Swapo rally during the week-end. Trust that the Electoral College will ask and heard God's voice as they appoint the 72. Many of those on the list will govern the country for the next 5 years. Also continue to pray as all parties finalize their list of candidates for members of the National Assembly. Pray that godly men and women will be on the list of candidates of each party.

The Swapo Electoral College will vote for their candidates and a list will be drawn up. By Sunday President Hifikepunye Pohamba (photo) will announce the final list.

Here is some background information to the Swapo process. The Electoral College will be composed of:

• All 83 members of the Central Committee (which include the top four)
• 17 Members of Parliament who are not in the Central Committee
• Five delegates from each of the 13 regions (65 people)
• Five delegates from the Swapo Party Elders’ CouncilTen delegates from the Swapo Party Women’s Council
• Five delegates from the Swapo Party Youth League
• Five delegates from the National Union of Namibian Workers (affiliated organisation)
• The delegates will vote for 59 candidates.

These will be added to the 10 that President Hifikepunye Pohamba must appoint as well as Swapo Party vice president Hage Geingob, Secretary General Pendukeni Iivula-Ithana and her deputy Nangolo Mbumba, who are automatic selections. Depending on how the ranking is done, each of the 59 elected candidates could be pushed down by 13 places because of the automatic selections and Pohamba’s choices. Pohamba will announce his preferred 10 after the elections and is likely to go with people who are not generally regarded as heavyweights in Government or the ruling party.

Source: http://www.namibian.com.na

DATES FOR NAMIBIAN ELECTIONS

The Namibian elections will take place on 27 and 28 November.

• Pray for the Electoral Commission of Namibia as they organize the 2009 elections. Pray for effective planning and timely actions, so that all polling stations will have enough ballot papers, ink, boxes etc.

• Supplementary Registration of voters will take place from 17 to 30 September. Trust God that registration will run smooth and that voter lists will be drawn up in an efficient manner.
• The Electoral Commission is busy to recruit and train 3500 officers to help with the registration and elections. Trust the Lord for the right people and that this huge task will be finished on time. The Church in Namibia also wants to appoint godly people with strong character to man polling stations as observers. Pray for the whole process of appointing and training of these observers.
• The final date to nominate candidates is 19 October. Continue to pray as all parties finalize their list of candidates for members of the National Assembly. Pray that godly men and women will be on the list of candidates of each party.
• Wisdom and strategy to involve every Christian Church in Namibia in prayers for the Elections 2009 and the National Day of Prayer on 1 November 2009.
• The gathering of prayer and church leaders on 17 September in Windhoek. That God will meet us and involve us in His plan for Namibia.
  

PRAY FOR AFRICA

This morning we found this Africa shaped stone on the beach. Africa should be shaped by God! Let's pray for this continent of which we are part of, this continent from where God called His Son.

So Joseph got up, took the child and his mother during the night and left for Egypt,where he stayed until the death of Herod. And so was fulfilled what the Lord had said through the prophet: "Out of Egypt I called my son." Matthew 2:14,15

Lets trust God to use us, his children in Namibia to help shape our country and this continent with our prayers and our actions, "and with your feet fitted with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace." Ephesians 6:15

Remember we serve the King of Kings and we are under His command. Do you obediently and joyfully yield to His authority?

Then Jesus came to them and said, "All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptising them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age. Matthew 28:18-20

PRAYER POINTS FOR NAMIBIA

Namibia: Pray for God’s blessing over Namibia and her people (Jer 29:7). Pray that God’s Kingdom will come and His will be done in Namibia.
Christians in Namibia: Pray for an increase in fervency of our love for Jesus Christ our Savior, God our Father and the Holy Spirit our Helper. (Eph 2:4-5)
Leaders: Pray for all leaders in Namibia according to 1 Tim 2:1-2. Specifically pray for president, cabinet and members of parliament, and leaders of the regions.
Church: Pray for all Christian Churches in Namibia. Pray for growth (spiritually and in numbers), finances and protection from deception. (Eph 6:18)
Unity: Pray for unity in purpose amongst the Christian Churches in Namibia to address physical, mental & emotional, social and spiritual needs of the people of Namibia. Specifically pray Jesus’ prayer in John 17:20-26 as well as Eph 3:14 – 4:16.
Lost: Pray for those that do not know Jesus Christ as their Saviour in Namibia. Pray for the preparation and gathering of the harvest. Pray for those working in gathering the harvest. (1 Tim 2:3-6)
Thank You Lord: Let us thank the Lord for His Hand on our country and its people!

NAMIBIA ELECTIONS - A CALL TO PRAY

• I urge, then, first of all, that requests, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for everyone - for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness. 1 Tim 2:1-2
• Necessary finances to establish, equip and staff an office for the Steering Committee. The process of identifying godly people with strong character to man polling stations as observers.
  
• Pray for the whole process training of these observers during September 2009 The Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN) as they organize the 2009 elections.
  
• Pray for effective planning and timely actions, so that all polling stations will have enough ballot papers, ink, boxes etc.
• Continue to pray as parties finalize their list of candidates for members of the National Assembly. Pray that godly men and women will be on the list of candidates of each party.
• The members of the steering committee and Leaders of the Alliance of Church Leaders. Pray that members will bare criticism in a Christ-like manner. Trust God for health, wisdom, stamina to carry the work load.
  
• Pray for the Chairperson Rev Dr Abisai Shejavali, Carola Engelbrecht and Rev Thijs van der Merwe who carries heavy workloads at this time.
• Wisdom and strategy to involve every Christian Church in Namibia in prayers for the Elections 2009.
• The gathering of prayer and church leaders on 17 September in Windhoek. That God will meet us and involve us is His plan for Namibia.
• We have finalizing the strategy for a Day of National Prayer for the Elections on 1 November. This has been distributed by e-mail to church and prayer leaders all over the country. Please pray for them as they implement the strategy in their communities.
  

If you want to assist to mobilize prayer in your community or want to receive a copy of the strategy, kindly let us know.

May God bless you as you meet with Him in fellowship and prayer.

But when you pray, go into your room, close the door and pray to your Father, who is unseen. Then your Father, who sees what is done in secret, will reward you. Matthew 6:6

NAMIBIA AT GLOBAL LEADERSHIP SUMMIT

This week on 6 and 7 August 2009 leaders from all over the world will gather at Willow Creek for the Global Leadership Summit 2009. In the face of cultural upheaval, economic crisis, and escalating human need our world calls out for leaders who will persevere: who will maintain their character, integrity, and resolve. See http://www.willowcreekglobalsummit.com/

Leaders everywhere have been charged with a high calling. This is a time of great need and great opportunity and we are grateful for a number of government, business and church leaders from Namibia who are attending the summit. We hold a deep belief that if you change a church leader, you can change a church, and if enough churches start changing, you can change an entire region, country, and eventually the world!

Willow Creek is also delighted to partner with us in Namibia to bring The Global Leadership Summit here to Walvis Bay. Call Charmaine at 064-204027 to book your seat for this DVD-facilitated summit on November 6-7, 2009 today! Seats are running out fast.

Bill Hybels writes: Show me a leader with a growing heart of faith in God and a gradually improving set of leadership skills, and I’ll show you someone who can put the enemy on the run! The fact that we are in a battle is inescapable. The question is, what battle would you rather be in, and who would you rather be in it with? For myself, fighting for the local church and ensuring it achieves its redemptive potential with other Christ-following brothers and sisters is the highest marching order I could ever receive.

Pray for the summit and the Namibians who are there. Trust the Lord that they will return with fire in their hearts. Please pray that every leader in Namibia would take their role seriously, and would arm themselves for the battle around them and live their mission as the Spirit gives grace and power.

PREPARE THE WAY FOR THE LORD

A voice of one calling: "In the desert prepare the way for the LORD; make straight in the wilderness a highway for our God."

Isa 40:3 Renewal Ministries International from Namibia invites intercessors to the 6th Annual Apostolic, Prophertic, Intercessors Conference. The event will take place just out side Windhoek from 7 to 11 September 2009. 2009 carries the prophetic expectation of new life and fruitfullness.

In the light of Namibia being seen prophetically as the "womb" of Africa, there is a great expectation for a releasing of God's prophetic mandate for the Church in Africa for the season ahead.

The main speaker is Pastor Abu Bako from Ghana, an apostle, prophet, teacher and author. He has ministered in several conferences, seminars and workshops. His insightful apostolic ministry deals with issues concerning the Family, Church, Government, Economy and Education.

If you want to attend this conference, please contact Pastor Ronell Jordaan from Renewal Ministries International at renewal@iway.na

Please pray for this conference and also for all prayer ministries in Namibia. Pray the those who are equiped will use their knowledge to intercede for Namibia, Africa and the world. Trust God that He will raise up intercessors and also that He will send them to this conference.

Prayer requires more of the heart than of the tongue. ~Adam Clarke

CHANGE THE MEN - CHANGE THE NATION

Namiba needs our men to stand up and be counted. "Being Male is a matter of birth, but being a Man is a matter of Choice" is the theme of The Most Dangerous Game, a conference for men. Men are the most dangerous game in the world & hold great potential to bring about change in a nation. Men are invited to be part of this great adventure!

You are invited to pray for the ministry team from the USA under the guidance of Pastor GF Watkins who will share topics for men, about being a man, a husband, a father and also a son. The aim of this event is to help men win at the game of being a man.

• Trust God that men from all over Namibia will travel to Windhoek for this great event.
• We need men in Namibia with a heart for God. Pray that God will prepare hearts and bless "The Most Dangerous Game."
• Also pray for Carven Isaks and his team of Namibians from BUILD MEN RAISE SONS who are organizing this conference.
  

The Most Dangerous Game * Men's Conference, July 25, 2009 * TransNamib, Gammams Sports Ground, Windhoek * Cost - N$25.00 * Starts at 09:00 and ends at 13:00 with a light lunch.

Call 061 256172 or visit the website at www.buildmenraisesons.com
Also see the previous post with important information for you spiritual leader!

RESTORED - REFRESHED - RENEWED

A Conference for Pastors and Leaders

• Be Restored in His presence
• Be Refreshed in your passion for Christ
• Be Renewed in the revelation of the Cross
  

All pastors and ministry leaders are invited to come and listen to Pastor G F Watkins on the vital subject of ministerial integrity. Pastors will be trained how to minister to the many issues facing them in order to stop the flood of ministerial failure in our nation.

Let's Pray for Spiritual Leaders in Namibia.

• For the family of the spiritual leaders.
• For their health.
• For their spiritual and emotional well-being.
• Pray that the spiritual worker’s heart will be filled with the love of God.
• Pray that the spiritual worker will be humble and live a holy and pure life.
• Pray that God Himself will equip the spiritual worker for the task.
• Pray for the necessary provision and finances.
  

The Remnant is a Pastors and Leaders Conference that will take place right here in Windhoek: The Nampower Convention Center, 08:00 to 13:00, 24th of July,2009 at a cost of N$75.00 per person.

Call 061 256172 or visit the website at www.buildmenraisesons.com

Encourage your spiritual leader of pastor
to attend this event to be restored, refreshed and renewed!

MONEY: DISCOVER GOD’S WAY

CROWN NAMIBIA teaches you God's way for all financial matters. They are part of an international organization with this mission: "Equipping people worldwide to learn, apply, and teach God's financial principles so they may know Christ more intimately, be free to serve Him, and help fund the Great Commission.

Here in Namibia the leadership is in the hands of Derick and Sanet Vermeulen. You can visit their website http://crown.org.za/ls/namibia/ for more information. They present very practical solutions to managing your money God's way. The next seminar will be on 25 July 2009. Call them now at 081 271 8422.

Namibians every where are struggling with financial challenges as many are caught in the debt trap. Please pray for Crown Ministry and it's leadership as they help many to become debt free. Pray that they will be a blessing to Namibia.

No–one can serve two masters. Either he will hate the one and love the other, or he will be devoted to the one and despise the other. You cannot serve both God and Money. Matt 6:24

Pray for God’s anointing upon Derick and Sanet, for strength in leadership, passion in teaching and equipping Namibians to manage money God's way, and for fruit and joy in their ministry.

FARMING GOD'S WAY

One of the most exciting ministries in Namibia is AMOS. Their vision is to grant everyone in Namibia and Africa who is part of the rural and farming community an opportunity to have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and to live and farm according to Biblical values and norms.

It is about Living and Farming God’s Way. It’s not a slogan, it’s a lifestyle!

On their website http://www.amosnamibia.com you will find very helpful information about "Farming God's Way". Most of the page is in Afrikaans, by click on the link "Basics" and also read "Testimonies" for material in English and German.

Here is the dream of Farming God's Way: When I look at Africa and agriculture, I don’t see what it is, but what it can become. I don’t see famine, conflict, disease, destruction, chaos and poverty. Not because I close my eyes to the reality that is Africa, but because I look with different eyes – I look with the eyes of faith. I see what Africa and agriculture will look like when God is done with it.

I see what Africa will look like when Living and Farming God’s Way is not merely a slogan, but the lifestyle of millions of agriculturalists across Africa. I see Africa reflecting the greatness,goodness, justice, love and care of the Father at the time ordained by God. I see Africa in a restored relationship with God and how we as people of Africa take hands across all borders. I see God changing the way we as Africans think of our land to bring it in line with His Word.

In Africa we will think anew of the labour we perform each day, and then God will feed Africa by blessing the work of our hands. The Lord will save millions in Africa in answer to our prayers. He will rejoice over Africa (cf. Zephaniah 3:17).

Pray for AMOS in Namibia and for all in the farming community. Pray that transformation will continue and that this dream will become a reality!

Up to the mountain of the Lord

Natasha Vermaak and Ian Clayton will visit Windhoek this week-end 10 to 12 July for a conference called “Come let us go up to the mountain of the Lord”. Ian Clayton is a man that moves in the supernatural. He has been a blessing to God’s people in New Zealand, America and Asia through his ministry (www.sonofthunder.org). He empowers believers with Biblical tools to help access the supernatural realm of God.

On Friday morning there will be a Business Breakfast on "Heaven’s Economy". Contact Crown Ministries at +264 61 251529 for the breakfast, and for details of the conference call Revive Us Bookshop at +264 61 231530.

Many nations will come and say, "Come, let us go up to the mountain of the LORD, to the house of the God of Jacob. He will teach us his ways, so that we may walk in his paths." Micah 4:2

Please pray for this conference as we believe God to open up new dimensions of His presence and mandate for the nation of Namibia.

Photo: Early morning visit on Prayer Mountain at the Rock Lodge near Okahandja.

I CAN PRAYER BECAUSE

I can pray for Namibia and our nation because I believe and confess that:

• The Triune God - Father, Son and Holy Spirit, is sovereign, rules from heaven and is in control over Namibia! Psa 47:8; Jer 10:7
• God sees and responds to everything that happens in Namibia! Psa 33:13-15; Gen 16:13
• God has a plan and a purpose for Namibia! Is 14:26
• God answers the prayers of those who cry out to Him. Isa 41:17; Isa 58:9-10; Matt 7:7
• God will bring salvation to the unsaved in Namibia! Ps 42:11; Ps 79:9
• God wants the wicked and the violent to repent and turn to Him! Ezek 18:23
• Justice will come to Namibia! Luk 18:7
• God's mercy will triumph over judgment for the healing and restoration of our nation! Jas 2:13; 2 Chron 7:14

Spend some time with the Lord and His Word. Make this your confession.

Mobilizing Prayer for Elections

On Tuesday, March 31 2009, for the first time in Namibian history, church leaders from Protestant, Charismatic and Pentecostal churches came together to make a historic national call for a peaceful election process. Full text of the declaration available at http://www.kas.de/wf/doc/kas_16071-544-2-30.pdf or by e-mailed on request. (pray4namibia@gmail.com)

The declaration encourages all churches to take up the very important role of intercession through mobilizing individual and corporate prayers all over the nation for peaceful elections. A working group to mobilize prayer, with chairperson Pastor Roy Wallace, has been established to encourage churches and believers in all 13 regions in Namibia to pray for the November elections. Visit this blog for updates. Please pray now for -

• Fair, free and honest elections.
• Wisdom as the Steering committee continue to implement the declaration
• Finances for printing of the Declaration in all languages.
• Distribution of the declarations to all churches in Namibia.
• That church leaders will apply the Declaration.
• The Electoral commission as they prepare for the November elections.
• Voter education and high voter participation.
• Unity among believers in spite of political party differences.
• Proper communication with all role players and voters.
• Peace and stability in the time leading up to the elections, during and also after the elections.

I urge, then, first of all, that requests, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for everyone -for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness. 1 Tim 2:1-2

Drug abuse all-time high!

ILLEGAL drug abuse is at an all-time high in Namibia, warned Health and Social Services Minister Richard Kamwi. He said Namibia can not allow itself to be turned into a drug consumer country and called on Namibians to act as a whistle-blowers against the sellers and abusers of illicit substances.

Speaking at a ceremony in Windhoek, the Health Minister cited media coverage earlier this year of a number of foreign suspects arrested and found in possession of cocaine, after flying to Namibia from Brazil, to underline what is happening. Approximately N$3 million worth of cocaine was seized by the Police’s Drug Law Enforcement Unit in those hauls. Kamwi congratulated the Police on these arrests, saying drug abuse has come “under the spotlight” in Namibia.

“But these uniformed men and women cannot do it alone. For them to succeed calls on all of us as Namibians to be whistle-blowers. Namibia should not and never should be used as a route or dumping place for their illegal activities,” Kamwi said. Especially worrying, the Minister said, is Namibia’s gradual transition from a transit route for illegal drugs to a consumer country. “We’re such a small country of two million. How can we allow this to happen.”

Friday 26 June is the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking.

If you want to know more about the health risks of illicit substances, click on this link to download an excellent pdf booklet with all the facts or write to me and I will forward it to you. (pray4namibia@gmail.com)

• Pray against drug trafficking through Namibia and the use of drugs by Namibians.
• Pray for the police to fight the crime of drug trafficking, selling and abuse effectively.
• Pray for the right facts about drug abuse to be share through schools and churches.
• Trust God to free those caught in the claws of drugs and pray against the effects of drugs on our families and communities.

News source: http://www.namibian.com.na/