"The Burmese soldiers came into our village five weeks ago. Each household has to look after several soldiers. The commanding officer decided to live in our house because we don't drink. We have to look after him. Please pray for us, I only get back from working in the fields at about 5pm each day. My wife is at home all day and we are concerned as there are so many men about."

These are the legitimate concerns of a family that recently came to Christ. They have been making a hazardous 3 hour trip to Thailand once a month on foot in order to be built up in their faith. The last time they came, the Burmese officer gave them permission to do so.

• Pray for God's hand to restrain the Burmese soldiers from committing acts of evil against villagers in the Shan State.
• Pray for protection of Christians traveling in dangerous places. Often landmines are a problem.
• May God be glorified by the witness of Christians struggling in difficult circumstances.