What is Turning the Tide?
Turning the Tide! is a corporate prayer thrust in which thousands from around the world pray over the same issues related to autism for each day of the month of April. Each day of the week is dedicated to a specific issues (for example, this year we will be praying for specific issues regarding families affected by autism on Sundays, educational issues on Mondays, and so forth). We have set aside April 23 as a day of prayer and fasting to see the tide of autism turned once and for all.
How did Turning the Tide come about?
As many of you know, autism was once so rare that even doctors knew little of it. But it is now conservatively estimated that 100 new cases will be diagnosed worldwide with each passing day.
As part of Global Harvest Ministries for a decade, we participated in several global prayer initiatives for effective evangelization in different parts of the world. The results were amazing! Therefore, we at Children of Destiny decided in 2008 to launch a corporate prayer thrust over autism and those affected by it. We plan on making this an annual event until the wonderful day when it will no longer be needed.
Why is corporate prayer important?
As Christians, we believe that our most powerful tool in any of life's circumstances is prayer. James 5:16 says, "the earnest prayer of a righteous person has great power and wonderful results." Furthermore, we believe that the power of our prayers are greatly increased as we join corporately to beseech the Lord. Jesus Himself said, "Again, I tell you that if two of you on earth agree about anything you ask for, it will be done for you by my Father in heaven. For where two or three come together in my name, there am I with them" (Matthew 18:19-20,NIV ).
How many participate? 
Because this is an internet-based ministry and all of our materials are available for forwarding and reproduction, it is impossible to know how many end up actually participating. However, website activity on a recent Turning the Tide prayer thrust showed hits and download activity from multiple thousands representing at least 67 nations and every continent. We truly believe that intercessors from all over the world are joining together to see the tide of autism turned!
How can I be involved?
- You can download and print the Turning the Tide! brochure and prayer calendar. It can be easily posted on a refrigerator or tucked in a Bible as a daily reminder. Perhaps you might consider printing the brochure and calendar for your family and friends, or direct them to this website for more information.
- Take a few minutes each day to pray through the special extended versions of the Daily Prayer you will be receiving throughout April, or check our website frequently for that day's corporate prayer and extended prayer points.
- Consider joining us on April 23 for World Day of Prayer and Fasting for Autism Spectrum Disorder.
- As with all non-profits, Children of Destiny is primarily funded by contributions. We would be deeply grateful if you would consider making a donation to help with the costs of this prayer thrust and our ongoing ministry to families of children and adults with autism and other special needs. To make a tax-deductible donation, please send a check or money order made out to Children of Destiny to:
Children of Destiny
PO Box 36
Zeeland, MI 49464
or click here for more donation options.
Thank you for standing with us!
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