Friday, February 24, 2012

Our brothers and sisters are being persecuted

Individual and entire groups of Christ's followers are suffering around the world at the hands of repressive governments and militants from other religions. Here are some links to recent reports on those who need our prayers -- prayers for God's deliverance, prayers for joy amidst the pain, prayers for perseverance, prayers for a sense of God's abundant presence, prayers for the spread of the gospel and more.

Yousef Nadarkhani, Iran -- You may read an update on this young, faithful pastor who is facing execution for his conversion from Islam to Christ here.

Christian prisoners, Iran -- Here is the most recent list of believers imprisoned in Iran as compiled by Mohabat News.

Umar Mulinde, Uganda -- You may read here a story about another pastor who converted from Islam to Jesus and is recovering in Israel from burns to half his face suffered when a Muslim threw acid on him.

Christians, Syria -- Here is a look at the situation for Christians amid the violent turmoil in Syria.

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