FEB 9 | SHENYANG
For if, while we were God’s enemies, we were reconciled to him through the death of his Son, how much more, having been reconciled, shall we be saved through his life!- ROMANS 5:10
Shenyang, the capital of Liaoning province in northeast China, boasts a population of eight million. Founded over 2,300 years ago, it has grown into one of the country’s most important industrial hubs.
Once the capital of the Qing dynasty, Shenyang still features the grand Mukden Palace, a notable landmark from this era. The city was also occupied by Japan from 1931 to 1945, a period that left a significant mark on its history.
Shenyang is one of China’s most ethnically and religiously diverse cities. It is home to 37 of China’s 55 ethnic minorities and houses the world’s second-largest Korean community.
The gospel was introduced to Shenyang in 1872 by Presbyterian missionaries. Today, the city, like the rest of China, officially recognizes five major religions, including Protestantism.
Shenyang is home to 37 of China’s 55 ethnic minorities and houses the world’s second-largest Korean community.
HOW YOU CAN PRAY
- Pray for a spirit of cooperation and unity among the church leaders in Shenyang, that they may work together in harmony for the advancement of the gospel.
- Pray that believers in Shenyang will grow in humility and obedience, learning to listen to and submit to one another out of reverence for Christ.
- Pray that more pastors in Shenyang will have access to further training, equipping them to better serve and lead their congregations.
- Pray for single believers in Shenyang who are struggling with loneliness and seeking a spouse. Ask God to meet their needs, provide comfort, and guide them in His perfect timing.
- Pray for the church to love the city, be bold in serving neighbors, and be a “city on a hill” that cannot be hidden.
- Pray for a spirit of cooperation and unity among the leaders of different churches in Shenyang so they can work together to advance God’s kingdom.
