Every Christian Needs to Pray for Ukraine

Russian President Vladimir Putin has now invaded Ukraine— this large, religious, and democratic country— of which few Christians around the world have turned to God in prayer— especially for peace.

Here are facts all Christians should know about Ukraine:

Ukraine is one of the most Christian countries in Europe.  Of the country’s 43 million citizens, 78% identify as members of the Ukrainian Orthodox Church— up from 39% in 1991.  About 10% identify as Roman Catholics.  Only 2% are Evangelical Christians, yet Evangelicals play an influential role in Ukrainian government and society.  In 2021, Christianity Today reported that “more than 500 evangelicals were elected to all levels of government.  One even heads a major city— Rivne, in western Ukraine— as mayor.”

“Ukraine has become the epicenter of a global spiritual battle,” said Pavel Unguryan, coordinator of Ukraine’s National Prayer Breakfast, told Christianity Today.  “Today, as never before, our nation needs unity, peace, and the authority of God’s Word.”

Let’s be praying faithfully and without ceasing for the Church in Ukraine to be brave and bold in their witness for Christ.

 

Rev. Dr. Kenneth L. Beale, Jr.

Chaplain (Colonel-Ret), U.S. Army

Pastor, Ft. Snelling Memorial Chapel