Since 17th July several areas of Henan province have been hit by the heaviest rainstorm since weather records began. Within just one day, these areas were flooded with water and turned into lakes. As the record rainfall ravaged these cities, shocking scenes were seen everywhere.
The impact caused by this extremely heavy rainstorm exceeded everyone’s expectations. Some commuters were trapped in the subway for 3 hours. Some people had to be immersed in the rain for their houses were flooded. Some could do nothing but merely watch people beside them being washed away…
Messages for help filled WeChat moments, and topics concerning this rainstorm were all over Weibo. Every message for help was forwarded and followed.
The sudden rainstorm is affecting the hearts of the saints everywhere, who are concerned about the situation in the disaster area. We have learned from the local saints that all the brothers and sisters are safe. However, the saints in some areas need to evacuate because of their flooded houses; some saints suffered property damage; some saints’ lives were affected by the lack of water, electricity, and communication. At present, the rain in Zhengzhou has stopped, and the flood is receding. But Xinxiang and other places are still in the process of rescue, which needs our urgent intercession.
Facing this sudden natural disaster, we have seen how limited and weak we humans are. May these natural disasters remind the world of their weakness that they may soften their hearts to the Lord and repent unto salvation.
We hope that we would continue to pray for the peace of the affected people, especially for our brothers and sisters. May the Lord continue to preserve the saints.
