Operation World

Have you ever wondered what exactly to pray for a country? Lots of times it's easy - just turn on the news to another natural disaster. But how can we specifically pray for each country around the world? Jason Mandryk provides some answers in Operation World: The Definitive Prayer Guide to Every Nation. He asked church leaders, missionaries, and people within these countries how to pray for them.

This thick book covers every country in the world. Going alphabetically, he's assigned specific days to pray for each country, so you know that you're praying with the rest of the people who are following through this guide. Each country section begins with political/economic information, then leads to praises and specific prayer requests.

I've learned a great deal about geography (Did you know Brazil has the largest Japanese community outside Japan?) and I've frequently had my heart broken. (There are more abortions than live births in Bulgaria.) It obviously can't cover every need, but it's a starting point. This is an excellent resource for families, and I think it would make a great addition to family devotions. (G, highly recommended)