By now, the dragon has come to life and danced its way down hundreds of streets in hundreds of cities.

The Chinese dragon dance is a traditional part of Chinese New Year celebrations. It’s the job of the men holding the poles that support the body to seamlessly simulate a dragon’s movements and bring the dragon to life.

Dragons are spiritual symbols of power, immortality, happiness and fertility. They are thought to bring good luck. Many Christians in Asia associate dragons with the devil.

Believers pray that the Chinese who received Bibles this Chinese New Year in Southeast Asia will learn how to simulate Jesus’ movements and will accept the new life He offers.

Pray for the thousands of Chinese who now have a personal copy of the Bible. Instead of looking at dragons as symbols of immortality, pray Chinese would look to Christ for eternal life.

Ask the Father that the Chinese who heard the Gospel message from volunteers would find their happiness in God. Pray they would pass the Good News on to their family and friends.