How Prayer Shapes Global Mission: A Call to Prayer and the Need for a Fresh Move of God with Sarah Plummer

How can a deeper commitment to prayer transform global missions and our personal faith journeys?

In this episode of the Lausanne Movement Podcast, Sarah Plummer, leader of the Lausanne Movement’s Intercessory Working Group, shares powerful insights on the central role of prayer in mission work and calls us to intentional prayer as we draw closer to the Fourth Lausanne Congress. Sarah reflects on the legacy of prayer in Lausanne, its impact on global evangelism, and offers practical advice for revitalising your prayer life.

Main Points:

• The Foundation of Prayer in Lausanne: Discover how prayer has been the bedrock of the Lausanne Movement since its inception, shaping every aspect of its mission and activities.
• Testimonies of Breakthroughs: Sarah shares powerful stories of how intentional prayer has led to significant breakthroughs, including the 2004 Pattaya Congress and the 2010 Cape Town Congress.
• Revitalising Your Prayer Life: Learn practical tips for overcoming stagnation in prayer and reconnecting with God through the scriptures, particularly the Psalms.
• Global Prayer Movements: Explore valuable resources and movements like Operation World and 24/7 Prayer, which are mobilising Christians worldwide to pray for the nations.

Call to Action: 

After listening, take a moment to reflect on your own prayer life and the role God is inviting you to play in praying for a fresh move of God in global missions. Consider joining or forming a prayer triplet, signing up for a 24/7 prayer slot, or simply dedicating more time to intentional prayer. Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with others who might be inspired by Sarah’s testimony.

Links & Resources:

• Lausanne Prayer Initiatives
  • Register Your 24-7 Prayer Slot - https://signup.24-7prayer.com/signup/28ddcd
  • 24-7 Global Mission Prayer Room - https://www.youtube.com/live/wPXAQAfUg5Q
  • Download Prayer Guides - https://congress.lausanne.org/pray/
  • Prayer Triplet Guide - https://congress.lausanne.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/EN-Lausanne-Prayer-Triplets-Card-V2.pdf
• Operation World - https://operationworld.org/
• International Prayer Connect - https://www.ipcprayer.org/en/ipc-home
• Lectio 365 App - https://www.24-7prayer.com/resource/lectio-365/
• Joshua Project - https://www.joshuaproject.net/

These resources provide tools and guides to enhance your prayer life and engage in global mission-focused prayer.

Guest Bio:

Sarah Plummer ( M.T.D, B.D., B.Ed., Grad Cert DT. )

Sarah is a dedicated servant leader whose love for Jesus began in her childhood and affirmed with her ordination in 1996 after graduating from Moore College, Sydney. With a heart for Christ’s holistic mission, she has led with strategic vision in various roles, including CEO of Anglicare College and Executive Director at Anglicare. Her commitment to Christian service is evident through her international director of prayer ministries with World Vision and her influential tenure on the International Lausanne Board. Sarah has served these last eighteen years as the Intercession Working Group Chair for Lausanne. A supporter of quality Christian education, Sarah has contributed to the governance of several schools and is a respected figure in the Canberra-Goulburn Anglican Diocesan leadership. As she contemplates her future, Sarah remains open to following God's call to exceptional servant leadership in this new season.

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