Day 9

Hello, *|FNAME|*.  

As we move into Day Two of Diwali, we’ve come to the day when Hindus decorate their homes with clay lamps. They also create patterns called rangoli on their floors using powders or sand as invitations to the goddess Lakshmi and the good luck she brings.   

As Hindus look to bring light into their homes through clay lamps, pray the words of Jesus from John 8:12 over them: I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness but will have the light of life. Pray that the light of Jesus will burst into Hindu homes throughout India and the whole Bengal region. Pray that the light of life – worth so much more than any clay lamp – would shine brightly in ways that draw Hindus to Jesus.   

Finally, I’m inviting you to fast with us tomorrow during the primary day of celebration of Diwali. I’ll tell you tomorrow how we’re praying, but for now decide whether you’ll join us in fasting for a day and make the necessary plans. 

Peace. 

Andy