The power of prayer should not be underestimated. James 5:16-18 says, "…The prayer of a righteous man is powerful and effective." Elijah was a man just like us. He prayed earnestly that it would not rain, and it did not rain on the land for three and a half years. Again he prayed, and the heavens gave rain, and the earth produced its crops." God most definitely listens to prayers, answers prayers, and moves in response to prayers.
Prayer is the most important thing that you can do in preparing to come to Peru. You can use this 30 day prayer guide to help prepare.
If you've never read David Platt's book, Radical, I encourage you to do so before coming.
