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15, 2016
INTRODUCTION /RELEVANCE/RATIONALE:
In light of the current events that have taken our nation by storm (the civil disobedience and chaotic
turn of events following the heavy handed response by government), and considering the recent urgent
prophetic outcry against the church in Cameroon (see page 3), and the fervent desire of God fearing
sons/daughters of the land to seize upon divine provisions (2Chron.7:14-15), the Global day of Fasting
& Prayer for Cameroon has been declared for Dec., 15, 2016.
2Chron.20:13-14. All Judah was standing before the LORD with their infants, their wives, and
their children. In the middle of the congregation, the Spirit of the LORD came on Jahaziel (son of
Zechariah, son of Benaiah, son of Jeiel, son of Mattaniah, a Levite from Asaph's descendants)
Let every saint in the land arise: men, women, boys, girls, the old & seasoned, the young and nave,
everyone who names the Name of the Lord (2Tim2:19); let ALL arise and stand before God on behalf
of Cameroon! We plead for prayers not only from believers in the country or those with kinship tied to
the land, but also from all Saints (Eph.2:19-20) who would heed the call (Is.62:6-7).
The following prayer guide has been drafted to facilitate this effort. People are encouraged to invest at
least 18 hours of fasting starting at 12:00 a.m. (midnight) through 6:00 p.m. during which time
these points shall be tabled before God. Fellowship groups are encouraged to come together
(Matt.18:19-20) at end of day and conclude their prayer time before breaking the fast.
-----------------------------1. Acknowledgement of Almighty God: Ps.100:1-5: Make a joyful noise unto the Lord, Enter
His gates with thanksgiving, and His courts with praise; He is the Eternal King (Ps.90:1-2); the
Almighty God, Jehovah El Shaddai (Gen. 17:1-2); Elohim, the Creator (Gen.1:1, Jn.1:3)
2. Confession of sin.
Gen.18:20-21. Then the LORD said, "The outcry against Sodom and Gomorrah is immense, and
their sin is extremely serious. I will go down to see In times past, the stench of evil from
Sodom/Gomorrah came up before God. Translate this fact to our time, what kind of flavor is rising
before God from Cameroon? Think in light of long standing practices of corruption witnessed at all
levels of society (according to Transparency International 2015, Cameroon ranked 7th among most
corrupt countries in Africa). Corroborating the above assertion are the lists of grievances tabled by
various segments of society as justification for the current civil disobedience gripping the country. To
these, add the brutality of law enforcement against citizens, corruption among elected/appointed
officials, violence by the masses etc. The Church also is beleaguered by waywardness (infighting
among leadership, ansence of fellowship even within same denomination, idolatry/adultery of all forms
among members), and much more. Some of the most corrupt figures in the country are bigwigs in
church as well!
Can you hear the cry against our nation because of all the wickedness within our borders?
(Jonah 1:2. Arise, go to Nineveh, that great city, and cry against it; for their wickedness is come
up before Me.). Do you see any parallels with the recent charge against the Church (see page 3)
Where you and I fit in, what we can do and the basis for action: 2Chron.7:14. If my people,
which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their
wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land.
The indictment Is.59:1-6. Indeed, the LORD's hand is not too short to save, and His ear is not
too deaf to hear, But your iniquities have built barriers between you and your God, your hands
are defiled with blood, they trust in empty/worthless words, devise evil plans
Therefore, intercede like Daniel (please read Dan.9:3-5, 6, 8) to obtain forgiveness (1Jn.1:9)
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3. Appreciating the Lord: Do you have a reason to praise the Lord? Therefore, praise His Name in
song & glorify Him with thanksgiving (Ps.69:30). While we are at it, think of His Love (Jn.3:1617; Jn.10:10); His mercy, compassion and grace (Ps.136:26); His goodness (Ps.107:1); His care
(Is.46:3-4); He rescues/delivers/redeems (Is.47:4; Is.49:7). Think of how chaos has been largely
avoided during the ongoing crises and praise God for His restraining power on evil (2Thes.2:7)
4. Seek God for the government (The Administration, Legislature, Judiciary)
Pray for president Paul Biya and all members of govt: that the reverence of God would be in
their hearts, for all authority is actually from Him (Rom.13:1; Jn.19:11)
Pray for godly wisdom in the exercise of their duties (1Kings 3:9 Therefore give to Your
servant an understanding heart to judge Your people, that I may discern between good and
evil)
Pray against wrong/bad advise that leads to wicked decisions (Prov.29:12. If a ruler pays
attention to lies, all his officials become wicked)
Pray for a shakeup of the government, & that the Lord would surround the highest office in the
land with people of integrity who revere His Name and govern like stewards who will give an
account to the Almighty (Heb.4:13)
Law enforcement: pray for wisdom on the job, and against brutality
The MPs: that deliberations be genuine, upholding national interests above any hidden selfish
personal ambitions (Ps.94:20. Shall the throne of iniquity have fellowship with you, which
frames injustice by a law?)
Righteous justice ushers in prosperity (Prov.8:20-21 I walk in the way of righteousness, along
the paths of justice, giving wealth as an inheritance to those who love me, and filling their
treasuries."). Pray accordingly.
Pray for purging of the judicial system (Woe to those who acquit the guilty for a bribe and
deprive the innocent of justice Is.5:22-24)
Pray for swift sweeping decisions that preserves the nation and preserves the dignity of man.
Frustrate the devices of the elements of darkness among the people (Is.54:17)
5. Seek God for the church
Pray that the church will review her ways and return to her First love (Rev.2:4) that the True
Light of Life may once again be seen in our land.
Pray for an out pouring of the Spirit according to promise (Acts.2:17) that His Church may
revive.
Consider Matt.5:13-14, and pray for the Body of Christ accordingly.
6. Seek God for the people
Plead with God for mercy on Cameroon (Matt.9:36. When He saw the crowds, He had
compassion on them, because they were harassed and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd.)
Ask the Lord to bless Cameroon in every area (Matt.9:35) having cleared obstacles (Is.59:1-2)
Pray that no social services or amenities shall be lost or suffer any interruptions throughout the
national territory.
Pray that every citizen will have the courage to deny giving a bribe to obtain services (at least
60% of Cameroonians confessed to have given a bribe in exchange for services in 2015,
according to Transparency International)
Expose all those who are agents of corruption at all levels and call for the heavy Hand of the
Lord to find them out (Is.49:26)
Seek God for love & respect for one another to reign amongst us that selfish interests and
arrogance may not destroy us (Matt.12:25)