60 Second Prayers for Muslims during Ramadan

Transcript: Day 30 :  The Hadith teaches if a believer voluntarily fasts all of Ramadan and the 6 days after Eid, all fasting requirements for the year are fulfilled. Those who did not faithfully keep the entire fast or were not able to because of religious restrictions during Ramadan,  must continue fasting until they meet all the required days. For those who have kept the entire fast, this final...

On day 29 we pray for open hearts that will make room for the joy of the Gospel and the life that can be had by faith in Jesus Christ.

Day 28. It is now the final stretch of Ramadan. Sons and daughters will return home from university, preparations are being made and many Muslims will continue to observe the Laylat al-Qadr with more prayers and lessons until Eid, continuing to try to change their eternal destiny. Pray that Muslims meet Christians by whom they encounter the reality of “Christ in you the hope of glory.”  Lord God,...

Day 27 is often believed to be the most holy and significant night of Ramadan. On this day we pray for an outpouring of the Holy Spirit. Transcript: The 27th Night for the majority of Muslims is considered the most sacred night of Ramadan, and one of the holiest of the Islamic calendar. On this night, Laylat al Qadr, or the Night of Power , It is believed angels are given annual decrees over what...

On Day 27 we pray for the church to awaken to its role in the Missio Dei in the Muslim World

On Day 25 we pray for Muslims to come to their senses and return to their creator who waits in anticipation to dialogue with His children.

On Day 24 we pray for Muslims to abandoned works based acceptance and mercy and pursue the righteousness that God requires through Jesus Christ. Transcript: Day 24 Muslims remember the death of Abu Lahab, uncle and opponent of Muhammad. After his death, many dreamed of him in hell, but due to one good deed he had done, not in the worst of hell. The conclusion drawn is that even if you think you’re...

Transcript: Day 23 For Shia Muslim’s this odd numbered day in the Muslim calendar is often identified as the “Laylat Al-Qadr,” the Night of Power or The Night of Divine Destiny. Islamic tradition holds that the first verses of the Koran were revealed to Muhammad on this night. Because Muslims believe there is a thinning between the boundary of heaven and earth on Laylat, this single night holds th...

On Day 22 we pray that the prayers of Muslims are disrupted by the presence of the true and loving God.

Day 21 starts the last 10 days of Ramadan which focuses on salvation from hell's fire and divine destiny. Transcript: The last ten days focus on Al-Qadr (Divine destiny). These last days are the most holy of Ramadan as they commemorate when the Angel Gabriel first brought Muhammad the revelation of Islam. Prayers during these nights multiply 1000x more than at other times, with the odd numbers...

On Day 20 we pray for Muslims to surrender to the conquering Love of Jesus.

On day 19 we pray and ask for Unity in the church and for that to bear witness to the reconciliatory power of the gospel.

Transcript: Day 18 celebrates King David being given the Zabur, (Psalms). Although it is considered one of four holy books in Islam, few Muslims read the Psalms. While the other divine books focus more on law and how to follow God, the Zabur is honored as a collection of praises and prayers. We know that the prayers of David repeatedly point to Jesus and teach us how we can come to God as we are:...

On Day 17 we pray again for Muslim Women to know that they are loved by God and have a special place in His creation.

On Day 16 we pray that Muslims seeking mercy on judgement day would be drawn to the Mercy that is found in Jesus

Transcript: Day 15 Across the three main sects of Islam, Ramadan is observed religiously but a bit differently depending on if you are Sunni, Shia, or Sufi. For example, Sunni’s will traditionally break the fast at sunset, while Shia’s will wait until it is entirely dark. Suf’s (or more mystical Muslims) often include chanting Allah’s name as the fast is broken. Extra prayers later in the night du...

Transcript: Day 14, A tradition of the Iftar , the meal after sunset, is to begin by eating a few dates which gives instant energy and digestive support for the meal. This tradition originates with Muhammad himself and interestingly He also drew a link to Mary the mother of Jesus, relating how an angel advised her to eat dates when she was in labor. A sign of God’s generous mercy. Let’s pray that...

On Day 13 we ask that Jesus light the way for Muslims to find him. Transcript: Day 13, A beautiful tradition that has arisen from the celebration of Ramadan is the unique Fatimid (fat-uh-mid) styled lantern, known as a fanous (Faa Noos) . The tradition of hanging colorful lamps on streets and in houses originated in Egypt when the Caliph ordered that lights be hung to help worshipers safely make t...

on Day 12 we pray for Muslims to be inspired to read the Injil (New Testament) and search for the Word of God. Transcript: On Day 12 , Muslims remember that the Injil (gospel) was given to Jesus,  passed down from Heaven as a divinely inspired book. Within the Quran, they are even instructed to study the words of Isa-al Mesih(Jesus) as he is considered an honored prophet. Today, let’s Pray that Mu...

On Day 11 we ask the Muslims be driven to the Gospel in search of the assurance of forgiveness. Transcript : Day 11, Today starts the second set of ten days of Ramadan in which Muslims focus on the forgiveness of Allah. During this time Muslims are encouraged to reflect on their mistakes, resolve to be better, and ask for forgiveness not just from God, but also from the people they may have wronge...

On Day 10 we pray for the women of Islam to be used by God to bring their husbands, father and families to faith in Jesus. Transcript : Day 10 , one of the observances on this day is the death of Muhammad’s first wife, Khadija, who was the first person to believe Muhammad's message and played a key role both in his developing the faith and in the early Muslim Community. Let’s pray today for a...

On Day 9 we pray for Muslims to see and know Jesus who freely forgives our sin and wrong-doings. Transcript: Day 9 : Ramadan is a time for abstinence during the daylight hours—from food, water, and sexual intercourse. If a Muslim is sexually active before sunset, they must fast continuously for 60 more days after Ramadan, or feed 60 of the poor. Forgiveness in Islam is earned, not given. Let’s pra...

On Day 8 we pray that Muslims would seek the Righteousness that only Jesus can provide. Transcript: Day eight, because fasting is a pillar of Islam, a Muslim who interrupts or cannot complete the fast is required to either complete the fast at a later date or pay a 'fidya' a ransom for each day missed. Let's pray that God's plan of salvation through Jesus' death is made known t...

On Day 7 we pray and ask that the Lord would turn physical hunger into spiritual hunger. Transcript: Day 7 , The second meal of each day during Ramadan is called Iftar , begun at sunset, and for many is the grand event of the day, usually a feast to satiate the hunger of 12+ hours without food and water. Let’s pray that a hunger for the True Bread from Heaven be deeply felt by Muslims during this...

On Day 6 we pray that Muslims would leave darkness and walk in the light of God's revelation. Transcript: Day 6 : During the month of Ramadan, Muslims will wake up in the dark to eat and drink before first light- when their fast begins. A wakeup call will sound from the local mosque, signaling the faithful to get up and be nourished and filled for the long day ahead. The irony is this is all d...