I live in Jakarta, the vibrant heart of Indonesia — a city that never sleeps. Skyscrapers tower over crowded streets, and the call to prayer echoes between office buildings and markets. People from every corner of the country gather here, chasing opportunity and survival. With more than 300 ethnic groups and over 600 languages represented across our islands, our national motto, “Unity in Diversity,” rings true — yet unity often feels fragile.

In recent years, persecution has grown across Indonesia. Churches face threats, and terrorist cells continue to appear, but even amid fear, the Church stands firm. The love of God cannot be measured, and the Gospel cannot be silenced. Here in Jakarta — the nation’s capital and its largest city — faith quietly grows in the shadows of power and progress. Many hearts, weary from corruption, inequality, and the emptiness of success, are searching for truth.

As one of the world’s largest urban centers and a major hub for trade and finance, Jakarta influences not just Indonesia, but all of Southeast Asia. I believe that what God begins here can ripple outward — from boardrooms to backstreets, from mosques to universities, from this city to the nations. The harvest is great, and the time is now for Indonesia to rise and shine with the glory of Christ.

• Pray for believers in Jakarta to stand firm and shine brightly amid persecution and societal pressure. (Matthew 5:14–16)

• Pray for the Spirit of God to move among Indonesia’s leaders and influencers, transforming the nation from its capital outward. (Proverbs 21:1)

• Pray for the millions in Jakarta who chase wealth and success to find true fulfillment in Jesus. (Mark 8:36)

• Pray for protection and unity over the growing Church in Indonesia as it shares the Gospel with boldness and love. (Ephesians 6:19–20)

• Pray for revival to flow from Jakarta to every island — until the whole archipelago hears the Word of the Lord. (Habakkuk 2:14)