Praying for the UK, Europe and the EU Referendum 14 th May 2 nd July 2016

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1 Praying for the UK, Europe and the EU Referendum 14 th May 2 nd July 2016 Every vote counts in this EU Referendum. At the moment many are confused about the issues, what to believe, what to think and ultimately how to vote. We believe the starting point is prayer and fasting, to better understand God s will and purpose for our nation and for Europe. The political and economic issues are important and so is God s call on these islands and His spiritual purpose for Europe. We believe we are in fast changing times and that God is stirring us to pray for spiritual awakening. As the EU Referendum approaches we are praying that each of our votes count that God will lead us and guide us so that His will is done among the nations. Let us seek the Lord and His word afresh, asking the Holy Spirit to replace fear with His peace. Let us come and worship, lifting up the name of Jesus and humbly ask for His mercy and blessing on all the peoples and nations of Europe. Nations of the EU marked with *. As we ask for His wisdom to engage with the issues He places on our hearts, let s expect Him to lead and guide us. Visit our resources library for websites/blogs on the EU referendum Use this prayer guide in your homes, small groups, prayer meetings and church services. The World Prayer Centre will not be making a recommendation on how to vote but we do want to mobilise prayer. A vote is a choice and people will vote in different ways, but we pray for God s sovereignty over the decision and His wisdom as we make that choice.

2 May 14 Col. 1:17 Albania We declare Jesus is Lord over every aspect of this EU Referendum. May 15 Acts 2:17-18 Andorra Come Holy Spirit and ignite our hearts afresh this Pentecost day. May 16 Joel 2:13 Armenia We ask for God s mercy on our nation and the nations of Europe. May 17 Ps. 46:1 Austria* We pray for protection over all the campaign meetings and debates. May 18 1 Tim. 2:1-2 Azerbaijan Give wisdom to all who lead Britain Stronger in Europe and Vote Leave. May 19 Prov. 3:5-6 Belarus Bless and give wisdom to guide the people in Scotland. May 20 Ps. 27:14 Belgium* Jesus, help us to hear Your truth through all that is communicated. May 21 Prov. 2:6 Bosnia & Herzegovina Give all Church leaders the confidence to speak out for Godly values. May 22 Ps. 24:7 Bulgaria* We declare Jesus is Lord over every part of the UK. May 23 Hab. 3:2 Croatia* Lord, we pray for an outpouring of the Holy Spirit in our villages, towns and cities. May 24 Num. 6:24-27 Cyprus* Bless all those who lead and work in the EU Commission, Council and Parliament. May 25 John 17:23 Czech Republic* Pray for unity in the church. We may have different views but we are one in Christ. May 26 Ps. 122:6-7 Denmark* We pray for God s protection over our nation and for our security and police forces. May 27 1 Pet. 4:11 Estonia* Bless and encourage all those who serve in our elected UK governments.

3 May 28 Prov. 12:17 Finland* We pray for all media editors and reporters to work with integrity. May 29 Ps. 22:27 France* We declare Jesus is Lord over every nation in Europe. May 30 Matt. 6:10 Georgia May your Kingdom come and Your will be done through this Referendum. May 31 Ps. 146:9 Germany* Father, we pray for compassion and justice for those fleeing to Europe as refugees. June 1 Phil. 4:6 Greece* Jesus, show me the issues on your heart I should engage with. June 2 1 Tim 6:11 Hungary* May the younger generations find a voice as they engage and vote. June 3 Prov. 3:5-6 Iceland Bless and give wisdom to guide the people in Wales. June 4 John 10:27 Ireland* Give every church and every Christian the courage to engage with the issues. June 5 Deut. 32:4 Italy* We declare Jesus is Lord over the institutions of the EU. June 6 2 Cor. 10:5 Kazakhstan May the light of Jesus shine into the hearts of all who start Ramadan today. June 7 Isa. 64:1 Kosovo Watch and pray for a spiritual awakening across Europe come Holy Spirit. June 8 Prov. 3:5-6 Latvia* Bless and give wisdom to guide the people in England. June 9 Isa. 62:10 Liechtenstein Pray for all the organisations called to take the gospel across Europe. June 10 Ps. 37:30 Lithuania* Give thanks for the life and witness of Her Majesty the Queen.

4 June 11 Acts 4:29-30 Luxembourg* Give us boldness and confidence to pray for and share Jesus with others. June 12 Col. 1:16 Macedonia We declare Jesus is Lord over all dominions, powers and authorities. June 13 Rev. 14:7 Malta* We pray that the fear of God would replace fear of man. June 14 Jer. 17:7 Moldova Father, in all this economic uncertainty, we put our trust in You. June 15 Amos 5:2 Monaco We pray for campaign leaders to display honesty and integrity. June 16 Isa. 62:6 Montenegro Lord, release a new hunger for prayer- for our nation and for the lost. June 17 Prov. 3:5-6 Netherlands* Bless and give wisdom to guide the people in Northern Ireland. June 18 Luke 1:50 Norway We pray the Referendum decision will bless future generations. June 19 Mal. 4:6 Poland* We declare that you are our Father, help us to live as your daughters and sons. June 20 Ps. 133 Portugal* Bless and strengthen the unity among the peoples across the nations of the UK. June 21 James 1:5 Romania* May truth be spoken in all final speeches today. June 22 Ps. 121:7 Russia We pray for God s protection for every voting station and around our borders. June 23 Ps. 27:14 San Marino Lead all who are undecided as to what to vote today. June 24 Rom. 13:1 Serbia We pray for the UK s political leaders; protect and shape their decisions today. June 25 Rom. 15:5-6 Slovakia* Give us your peace, keep us from division, bless our nation.

5 June 26 Lam. 5:19 Slovenia* We declare Jesus is Lord over the decision taken across the UK. June 27 Ps. 72:18-19 Spain* We pray for peace and stability throughout our nation and continent. June 28 Is. 33:5-6 Sweden* We ask for God s guidance to be given to all leaders in EU Institutions. June 29 Heb. 13:20-21 Switzerland May our Church leaders bring hope and unity across the UK. June 30 Matt. 7:7-8 Turkey May good relationships be maintained with other European nations. July 1 Ps. 67:3 Ukraine May all the peoples praise you for You rule the nations justly. July 2 Hab. 2:14 Vatican Holy Spirit come, awaken our land, may we see Your glory flow from here into Europe.

6 Let s be informed here are a few websites to help our engagement: CARE Read arguments from both sides. Christians in Politics EU focus information and resources. Evangelical Alliance s Idea Magazine May- June The Europe Issue will look at this from all sides and feature many key issues. Reimagining Europe a multidisciplinary blog hosted by the Church of England and the Church of Scotland with the editorial support of Crucible, the Christian Journal of Social Ethics. Theos Think Tank A soul for the union downloadable from: The Jubilee Centre is producing a number of discussion papers and articles in the lead up to the EU Referendum. KLICE The Kirby Laing Institute for Christian Ethics. World Prayer Centre Cornerstone House 5 Ethel Street Birmingham B2 4BG office@worldprayer.org.uk World Prayer Centre, a company limited by guarantee, registered in England No Registered Charity No