February 23, 2026

Matt Crawford | February 23, 2026

You keep him in perfect peace whose mind is stayed on you, because he trusts in you.  Isaiah 26:3

Praise God for the unexpectedly affordable new photocopier purchase in Uganda. Pray for wisdom and favor in the upcoming meeting with the Ugandan National Prison Board, as they consider expanding CBS support to all federal prisons, increasing the program’s reach and impact.

Praise God for the excitement of the girls who have begun studying Philippians. Please pray that they will understand and apply what they learn, leading to meaningful and fruitful group discussions.

Praise God for the presentation of the CBS ministry in Costa Rica and for the willingness of the national team to serve with love. Please pray for balance in serving God and that the families of the team be encouraged through the study of His Word.

Please pray for our leadership to be unified in the Spirit. Pray that each leader would be humbled before the Lord and be willing to accept and embrace change for the betterment of the entire ministry.

Please pray for U.S. leaders as they seek to hear from the Lord concerning their calling for next year, may God call leaders with servants’ hearts.

Please pray that the church leader who expressed interest in CBS will recognize its positive impact for his discipleship program, and that new groups will form soon in Northern Ireland.

Please pray for new CBS classes to be launched in Japan this year, including Children & Youth classes, a CBS Connect class for university students, and Diaspora classes.

Please pray for God’s sustaining grace for CBS leaders and participants who live in countries hostile to Christians.