Pray4 Japan

Praying for Japan is important because the country has a rich cultural heritage but a very small Christian population. With deep-rooted traditions in Shintoism and Buddhism, many Japanese people have yet to encounter the message of Christ.

Prayer is essential for spiritual awakening in Japan, that hearts would be open to the gospel and that the church would grow in strength and influence. 

Additionally, Japan faces challenges such as social isolation and an aging population, and prayer can support efforts to bring hope, healing, and a sense of community through the love of Christ.

Prayer requests for Japan

  • Spiritual Awakening: Pray for a spiritual awakening across Japan, that many would come to know Jesus Christ and that the gospel would spread throughout the nation.
  • Growth of the Christian Church: Pray for the growth and strengthening of the Christian church in Japan, that believers would be bold in their faith and that churches would thrive despite being a small minority.
  • Cultural Barriers: Pray for the breaking down of cultural barriers that prevent many Japanese from embracing Christianity, including strong adherence to traditional beliefs and social pressures.
  • Hope for the Younger Generation: Pray for effective outreach to the younger generation in Japan, who often struggle with issues like depression, loneliness, and pressure to succeed, that they would find hope and purpose in Christ.
  • Support for Christian Leaders: Pray for wisdom, strength, and encouragement for pastors, missionaries, and Christian leaders in Japan as they minister in a challenging environment.
  • Healing from Social Isolation: Pray for those in Japan who suffer from social isolation and loneliness, particularly the elderly and those affected by hikikomori (extreme social withdrawal), that they would experience the love and community of Christ.
  • Impactful Evangelism: Pray for effective and creative evangelism strategies that resonate with the Japanese people, leading to meaningful connections and a deeper understanding of the gospel.
  • Peace and Reconciliation: Pray for peace and reconciliation in areas of Japanese society where there is division, asking God to bring healing and unity through His love.
  • Overcoming Materialism: Pray for a shift away from materialism and consumerism in Japanese culture, that people would seek spiritual fulfillment and find it in Christ.
  • Encouragement for Christian Families: Pray for the strengthening of Christian families in Japan, that they would be a witness of God’s love and grace in their communities, raising their children to know and follow Jesus.