The Battle Is At The Gate: A Call to Prayer

A few months ago, while driving and listening to a worship song based on 2 Chronicles 7:14, I felt the Lord move me deeply. As the words “If My people… will humble themselves and pray” played, I began to weep for the UK. In that moment, I sensed the Lord say, “The battle is at the gate — and it can be turned in the place of prayer and fasting.” Isaiah 28:6 came alive in my spirit, and I knew this was a call for the whole Church in the UK and Ireland to rise and respond.

I’ve since been moved by how many leaders and networks are sensing the same thing and choosing to stand together. These include: HTB London and the HTB Network of Churches, Evangelical Alliance, Assemblies of God, Catalyst, Pioneer, Churches Together, New Testament Church of God, and World Prayer Centre, among many others.

So, from 21–23 January 2026, we’re launching three days of prayer and fasting under the initiative Turn the Battle — an invitation for every church, ministry, and believer to respond together. This is not a conference. It is a movement.

Why now?

We are in a decisive moment. Many of you sense it — something is stirring in the land. With that stirring comes a call: to deeper prayer, to heartfelt consecration, and to bold living. Against the backdrop of cultural upheaval and spiritual battle, the Church must rise in unity and respond. These dates also coincide with the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity, called by Churches Together in Britain & Ireland, making our timing both strategic and prophetic.

What we’re calling for…

The three days will focus on three core themes:

1.      Prayer – a fresh hunger and humility before God

2.      Consecration – a return to holiness and wholehearted obedience

3.      Bold Living – courageously living and sharing the gospel in every sphere

Who is this for?

This is a whole-Church moment — every denomination, stream, local church, and believer. It’s not led by one organisation but carried by many voices in unity. The diversity of those involved is already a beautiful sign of what God is doing.

How to join in

·        Save the dates: 21–23 January 2026

·        Use the resources: Prayer themes, Scriptures, graphics and downloads are at www.turnthebattle.uk

·        Mobilise your church: Host a prayer meeting, encourage fasting, gather small groups — shape it to your context

·        Spread the word: Share across your networks, churches and social platforms

Steve Uppal