Pray for Children in Burma

Burma (Myanmar) is one of the poorest countries in Southeast Asia. In 2008, a cyclone wiped out villages, destroyed crops, and devastated farmland. Millions of people were left homeless and without a reliable source of food or water.  Now, in an effort to squelch opposition to the current government, the Burmese military is carrying out brutal attacks against its own people.  Recent election results do not reflect a move towards democracy. What does all this mean for the upcoming generation? As often happens in times of upheaval, children are hit the hardest. Thousands of boys and girls have become orphans. Some have seen soldiers torture or kill their parents right in front of them. Looking for a safe place to escape the fighting, many children have fled across the border to refugee camps in Thailand. On their journey, young people must avoid landmines and troops. If captured by military patrols, children are forced to serve as soldiers. Sex trafficking is a danger for girls. Even when children reach the refugee camps, they are not safe. Food is scarce and disease spread rapidly in the crowded conditions. Sometimes Burmese soldiers sneak across the Thai border and poison the camp water supply.

Where can the children of Burma turn? Most raised in families that worship false gods who cannot hear their cries for help or provide for their needs. Those living in Christian families seem to be targeted by the military. To find out more about the situation for believers, click here.

The children of Burma need the love, provision, and comfort of their heavenly father. The number one thing you can do for them is pray. Download a free 30-day prayer guide from Vision for Burma.