I'm sure that by now most of you are aware of the crisis going on in Burma. For those who don't know, monks in Burma have been protesting against the military junta that rules the country. The protests have started earlier this month, but on Monday there was said to have been 100,000 people marching in protest. The military told the protesters they would use force against the marches if they continued. These warnings did not stop many of the protester as they continued in peaceful defiance against the military. On Wednesday the military began firing "warning shots" into the crowds of protesters. These warning shots killed 3 monks and one woman. Wednesday night the military raided monasteries and arrested over 200 monks in Rangoon and 500 more in the northeast. These arrests only fueled the hatred towards the military, so a reported 50,000 people protested today. During today's protests 9 people were killed as the military shot into the crowd.
As you can see the people of Burma, especially those in Rangoon, are in desperate need of prayer. Pray for a peaceful end to this conflict. Also pray for the rulers of the UN as they discuss possible action against the escalating violence. Never underestimate the power of prayer. Please, stop whatever you are doing right now and take a moment to pray for our brothers and sisters in Burma.
Peace and love.
"If you believe, you will receive whatever you ask for in prayer." Matthew 21:22
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