Ambassadors for Christ (South Pacific) Prayer Letter – September 2025
- AFC South Pacific
- Oct 23
- 7 min read
Dear Friends,
The account of Joseph in Genesis 39 is a wonderful reminder of God’s providence in every circumstance of life. When Joseph was sold as a slave into Potiphar’s house, it seemed as though his life had been stripped of freedom, dignity, and hope. Yet the Bible tells us, “The Lord was with Joseph, and he was a prosperous man; and he was in the house of his master the Egyptian.”
Joseph’s prosperity was not the result of luck or human effort, but the direct effect of God’s presence with him. Even Potiphar, who did not know the God of Israel, recognised that everything Joseph did was blessed. The Lord’s hand was so clearly upon Joseph that his master entrusted all things into his care. It’s a beautiful picture of how the success of God’s people flows not primarily from skill or wisdom, but from the nearness of the Lord, who works in and through them.
We are reminded here that both prosperity and adversity come from God’s wise purposes. When He prospers His people, it is to show His goodness and accomplish His plans. When He allows trials or suffering, it is never accidental, but designed to refine, strengthen, and prepare us for what lies ahead. In Joseph’s case, the Lord’s blessing in Potiphar’s house was part of a far bigger plan — leading him eventually to prison, and then to Pharaoh’s court, where he would save many lives and preserve the line through which the promised Seed, the Lord Jesus, would one day come.
This passage also shows us that the presence of God can be seen even by those who don’t know Him. Potiphar may not have known or worshipped the true God, but he could not deny that something — or rather Someone — was with Joseph. In the same way, when we live faithfully and walk closely with the Lord, His work in us often becomes visible to others — even those who don’t yet believe.
Finally, we are encouraged by Joseph’s consistent faithfulness. Whether in Potiphar’s house or later in prison, he served with diligence, integrity, and quiet trust in God. In time, the Lord lifted him up to the highest place. No situation is wasted in God’s providence. From the lowest place, He is able to bring His people to the place of greatest usefulness — all in His perfect timing. Even if that position is small, hidden, or despised by the world, if we walk with the Lord in the light of His Word, we are on safe ground. For it is His revealed will, not the world’s estimation, that marks true success.
As we think about Joseph’s story, may we be encouraged to remain faithful in every circumstance. Let us pray that, like Joseph, we will live in such a way that others can see the Lord is with us. And let us take comfort that even when we cannot see the whole plan, God is at work to bring about His good purposes and to glorify His name.
This month has been a challenging one. When I originally wrote the devotional above, many of the events that have since unfolded hadn’t yet occurred. But I look back and can only say — how kind and timely the Lord was in preparing our hearts. Despite and in spite of all that has happened, what we know for certain is this: our God is on the throne. He rules. He reigns. And He is altogether good, wise, and kind.
That wonderful promise in Romans 8 is so precious — because there is not a single rogue molecule outside of His control. We thank God that He rules with purposeful and wise authority. As Job said so many years ago: “The Lord gives and the Lord takes away — blessed be the name of the Lord.” Those words echo our hearts this month. We don’t always know why certain things unfold the way they do. We don’t see all the contingencies. But our God does. And so, we come before Him seeking to rest in this truth: “Lord, You know better than I. Teach us to trust You.”
Please join us in prayer for the following:
Dr. and Mrs. Nair's Son, Titus:
The first point of prayer is for Dr and Mrs Nair’s son — Titus. He suffered a massive intracerebral haemorrhagic stroke, which has entered the right ventricle and caused a significant midline shift. He is in critical condition. The doctors have given a grim prognosis, saying there is “slim to no chance.”
But we know our God is not bound by medical statistics. We are crying out to Him. We know that our Father in Heaven always does what is right — and what is ultimately good. Nothing is too hard for the Lord. Please uphold Titus, Dr Nair, Mrs Nair, and the entire family in prayer. This has been a deeply painful time for them and for us. Please pray alongside us — asking that God would be glorified, and that His peace would hold them fast. We know the Lord will do what is ultimately good for him and for His glory. But we are nevertheless praying for the sake of his children, parents and siblings that the Lord might be pleased to heal him and save his life. We are reminded that the Lord did not save us because of righteous things that we have done, but because of His mercy.
Premend, Ashwin, Abby and Anish
Premend, Ashwin, and Abby arrived safely back in Fiji on the 7th of September. We thank God for bringing them home. But just a few days later, on the 10th of September, Premend let us know that they will not be staying in Fiji. He wrote:
“This has been an extraordinary and sometimes sorrowful season for me and my family,
and I want to thank you for your prayers and support. The Lord intervened to help me
bounce back from my critical medical situation. As I have tried to keep a healthy lifestyle
to the best of my ability, the Lord has used this sudden near-death cardiac arrest to
remind me of my mortality. Knowing that my days are numbered, my desire is to
steward personal health and the time remaining well for Christ and His church.
These past months have been a time of prayer and seeking the Lord’s counsel as to
what’s next. Please note that I may be spending a lot more time in the States. While the
recovery may take some time, wise counsellors have encouraged me to complete my
PhD studies, as I will be situated in the States. Staying here also puts me close to my
cardiologist and any other medical needs.”
We will deeply miss them all. The Lord has used them all in a wonderful way for His glory. We thank God for all that He has done through them, from bringing them to Christ - through the ministry and we know that He will continue to go before them and to use them for His glory. Please pray for the Choy’s as they pack and prepare to leave Fiji. Please pray for His health and the whole family during this time of transition.
Anish our dear brother, who served with us in the IT sphere of AFC(SP) also informed us on the 10th that it would be his last month serving full-time with AFC(SP). We will deeply miss him, but we praise God for his life and pray for him as he works in a new sphere. We know that whether we eat or drink we are to do all things to the glory of God. Knowing that all of life is an act of worship unto our Lord and God. Please pray that the Lord would use Anish in a powerful way in his new workplace to shine the light of Christ brightly.
Justin Peters
We were blessed to have Justin Peters bring us the Word on the 30th of this month, accompanied by brother Rodney Chand from American Samoa. The sessions were both challenging and enriching as Justin spoke on the important topics of Illumination versus Revelation and the dangers of experience-based theology. His teaching helped many to discern the difference between God’s revealed truth in Scripture and subjective personal experiences that can so easily mislead.The meeting was attended by people from a variety of church backgrounds. We pray that it was blessing to all those who attended. We continue to pray that the Holy Spirit will use the message shared to deepen conviction, bring clarity, and produce lasting fruit in the lives of all who attended.
Students & Exams
Please be in prayer for our students, who are entering the final weeks of their lectures and moving into their study break before exams. Pray that their learning would not just remain in their heads, but that it would move to their hearts — melting them in worship and sending them out in mission. May their studies fuel deeper love for Christ and readiness to proclaim His Word in the power of the Spirit.
BarnabasAid Food Shipment
The food container donated by BarnabasAid International arrived at the port on the 30th of this month. We’re praying that there will be no delays or hiccups in its clearance and distribution. Please pray with us as we identify families most in need — and as we seek to use this practical help as a bridge for the gospel. We are asking the Lord to prepare both our hearts and the hearts of those we visit — that doors for gospel conversations would be wide open.
Living Waters; Way of the Master – Pacific Rim
We praise God for the release of the Living Waters “Way of the Master – Pacific Rim” episode, which includes footage from their outreach trip to Fiji in 2023. It was a joy to host Ray Comfort’s team. They worked closely with our students, teaching biblical evangelism through the Law of God — showing how all have sinned and fallen short, and pointing to Jesus Christ, His righteousness and what He accomplished on the cross.
They spoke in chapel, held Q&A sessions, and went out into the streets for one-on-one evangelism. We are so thankful for their visit and their heart to see people come to know the Saviour.
You can watch the full episode here:
Thank you for keeping us in your prayers - We know the Lord hears and answers the prayers of His people. Please do send us your prayer request that we can ask the staff and also our students to be praying for your needs. Please continue join us in urgently praying for the Lord’s provision? If you would be willing, please also share this need with others. We trust the Lord — He owns the cattle on a thousand hills. But He invites us to ask, to knock, and to seek. And so we do.
Thank you for standing with us, and for being a part of this work in the South Pacific. The Lord is near.
On behalf of Narayan, Savita, and the AFC(SP) Ministry Team,
In Christ's Love,
Nathan Adams
Executive Deputy Director of Operations
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