(A presentation given at the North American Prayer Summit, August 21-24, St. John’s, Newfoundland, Canada)

The nature of Mexico’s problems, such as narco-trafficking, worship of dead, etc. go back to its idolatrous and occult roots. At Tepeyac, near Mexico City, sacrifices were made for centuries to Tonantzin, the Aztec serpent goddess who some think continues to be worshipped as the Virgin of Guadalupe since that is where the apparition appeared in 1531. Dec 12 celebrates the birth of this goddess and it is now the patroness of the nation.

Some also think that it was the mass human sacrifice and idolatry in the 15^th century and 16^th  centuries that brought about the invasion of the Spanish conqueror, Hernan Cortez, and through that, God’s judgement on the murderous Aztec civilization. Half the population of that area was rapidly eliminated through disease and over time 97% died off. The current problems they have in Mexico today could be the result of these events. Pray for liberation of the Mexican people from the idolatrous Virgin of Guadalupe cult that has captured "the majority of the population and government officials. It has been said that the flip side" of this cult is the worship of Santa Muerte (Saint Death) that millions of additional Mexicans and increasing numbers in the USA pay obeisance to.

Now there is rampant corruption, drug addiction, youth suicide, vandalism, as well as child abuse, and even infanticide to keep children from such a life of suffering. Nevertheless, there are some hopeful developments such as the governor of Chihuahua who has decided to fight corruption. Pray for those Christian leaders who are working with him. May this become an open door to change the atmosphere and culture of the state.

During October in Michoacan, the “soul of Mexico” where the constitution was written, Pastor Martha Valdoviezo is going to the center of city with other pastors to pray for three days day and nights- a time of repentance for the sin and pain of Morelia. Pray for His strong anointing on her and the other ministry leaders- that God will unite and give them clarity for the transformation of their city and state.

Mexico City is surrounded by three states (8.5 million population but with the surrounding area included there are 24 million living in that area). The mayor opened up to Scientology recently and gave them a permit to locate a central office for Latin America there. They want to build 10 centers now. Pray that this decision will be reversed and that the false teachings of Scientology will be rejected by the government and the people.

In 1976, the Santa Muerte cult began in Mexico City. It is still growing and going after influential people. Pray with His authority and faith for the overthow of these and other false cults and that the Mexican people will serve the one and only Lord.

Mexico’s future economic prospects look hopeful due to the number of youth and children in the population and a good growth curve. Conversely, the USA and Canada may face a future economic downturn since population growth curve is not as good. Pray for the health and growth of the Mexican economy and that the big hindrance of corruption will be dealt with effectively.

The Church needs to have the opportunity to influence Mexico’s children for the Kingdom of God. Pray for real freedom from government control for Christian schools to give children and youth the knowledge of the Lord. 

Mexico’s national election will be held next year. Pray that a man or woman of God will be able to run and win the election. Lopez Obrador, the socialist, currently has lots of support. Pray that he will not get in because his socialist policies would destroy the nation. 

A new movement of prayer has arisen in the country that is connecting the Body of Christ in new ways and has lots of youth involved. Pray for such efforts to prosper in the land and for the real unity of the prayer movement and the leaders of its various streams. 

Pray for the current NAFTA renegotiations- that the USA will undergird Mexico and that each nation will benefit.

Presented by one of the NAPS participants who comes from Mexico City