Daily Prayer Requests
| Restrictions on Religious Instruction of Children | Wed, Mar 10, 2010 |
| Pastor Robbed and Threatened | Tue, Mar 9, 2010 |
| Bill to Ban Churches | Mon, Mar 8, 2010 |
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Map of Asia
View the Status of the Persecuted Church in:
- Afghanistan
- Azerbaijan
- Bangladesh
- Brunei
- India
- Indonesia
- Kazakhstan
- Kyrgyzstan
- Malaysia
- Maldives
- Pakistan
- Philippines
- Tajikistan
- Turkey
- Turkmenistan
- Uzbekistan
Prayer for Asia
Restrictions on Religious Instruction of Children
March 10, 2010
A new set of religious laws was implemented in AZERBAIJAN. One of the new stipulations is that the government must be informed of and approve any religious instruction of children. These laws prevent believing parents from telling their own children about Christ.
Pray that God will defend these young minds and saturate them with His truth. “For I delight in the law of God, in my inner being.”
Pastor Robbed and Threatened
March 9, 2010
A PAKISTANI pastor had a Muslim business partner. The pastor was given goods to sell, and then, on his way home, he was accosted by robbers who tied him up and stole his wares. Now, his partner is accusing him of theft and threatening him with charges. He has offered to drop the charges if the pastor converts to Islam.
Pray that the pastor will persevere in the faith and that his family will be protected. “Who shall bring any charge against God's elect?”
Bill to Ban Churches
March 8, 2010
In the MALDIVES, a bill has been proposed that will ban all non-Muslim places of worship. This bill was written to “maintain Islamic principles in the country and to prevent the spread of non-Muslim faiths,” effectively making it impossible for Christians to gather.
Pray that the bill will not become law and that God will sustain the hope of the believers. “But to set the mind on the Spirit is life and peace.”
Young Girl Assaulted
March 1, 2010
Because a Christian in PAKISTAN refused to convert to Islam, his eleven year-old daughter was brutally raped and left for dead by the side of the road. When the man tried to seek justice, his family was threatened. They have now successfully immigrated.
Pray that their daughter heals, emotionally and physically, from her ordeal. “Till I might see what was good for the children of man to do under heaven during the few days of their life.”
Mob Attacks Film Show
February 28, 2010
Fifty Muslims armed with clubs and axes raided a viewing of the Jesus Film in PAKISTAN. The church was overflowing with villagers clapping and cheering as Jesus raised people from the dead and healed the sick. Two were seriously injured in the attack, the movie reels were burned, and the video equipment was stolen.
Pray that the evangelists will persist in presenting Jesus to the lost. "Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today, and forever."
Christian Girl Kidnapped
February 26, 2010
An eighth-grade girl was kidnapped in BANGLADESH. Her attackers forced her to convert to Islam and marry her captor. Police arrested three of the kidnappers, but the Muslim court granted them bail and are delaying trial.
Pray that this child will be rescued and her oppressors will be brought to justice. "The righteousness of God through faith in Jesus Christ for all who believe."
Students Fight to Stay in Classes
February 23, 2010
UPDATE (1/16): For over a year Christian students have fought to continue their classes in INDONESIA. First they were barred from their campus, then they endured housing at a campsite, and then in ancient buildings with no heating or plumbing. Now they are told they must leave even those inadequate facilities.
Pray that these students will not give up and that their tormentors will not deprive them of Christian education. "You are holy to the LORD."
Crackdown on Evangelism
February 22, 2010
Evangelism is becoming increasingly difficult in KYRGYZSTAN. Those who preach the name of Christ are in constant danger of being deported. One pastor has been told to report to officials and to bring his passport-a sign of imminent deportation.
Pray that this pastor will not be deported and that other Christian leaders will be able to continue in ministry. "Abraham believed God, and it was counted to him as righteousness."
Christians Ordered to Leave or Die
February 21, 2010
Church leaders in PAKISTAN received a message from the Taliban. They were given the choice of converting to Islam, submitting to the jizya tax, or leaving the country. If they refused these options, they "would be killed, their property and homes would be burnt to ashes and their women would be treated as sex slaves. And they themselves would be responsible for this."
Turkey Turns to Islam
February 19, 2010
More than half the population of TURKEY believes that Christians should not be allowed to hold meetings, discuss their beliefs, or publish or possess Christian literature. Followers of Jesus are either not mentioned in schools or portrayed as enemies.
Pray that Christians will still be able to meet and spread the word of God. "I have made you the father of many nations"
