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Pakistan
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?”
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."
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."
Christians Pardoned from Blasphemy
February 14, 2010
Three months ago a Christian father and daughter in PAKISTAN were accused of ripping pages from a Koran--a crime punishable under the country's strict blasphemy laws. Since the accusation they have faced imprisonment and the destruction of their property. Thank God they have been declared innocent and released!
Pray for their safety as there are many radical Muslims who may yet seek to punish them. "But now the righteousness of God has been manifested apart from the law."
Girls' Schools Bombed
February 7, 2010
In PAKISTAN, girls' schools have come under attack by Taliban members. Recently, a Christian school received bomb threats and was forced to close.
Ask God to defend these children and provide for their education. "So that He aided them in the work of the house of God, the God of Israel."
Christians Poisoned by Employer
February 1, 2010
Three Christian employees in PAKISTAN were refused payment by their Muslim employer. He insisted they work for him for free or face dire consequences. The Christians left his company and went to work elsewhere. Their former employer called them one morning to beg them to come back to work. They returned, only to be poisoned by their boss. Two of the brothers are now dead while the other is fighting for life in a local hospital.
Christian Media Store Bombed
January 18, 2010
A store in PAKISTAN was bombed for selling the Jesus film and other Christian movies. Thankfully, the owner was warned by a threatening note given him by a child before the explosion. He thought it was a joke, until he saw the "look of great fury" on a nearby boy's face.
Pray that the shopkeeper will be able to rebuild his business and that the hate will be driven from the child's heart. "Let brotherly love continue."
To lay down one's life
January 16, 2010
In late October, an Islamic suicide bomber tried to attack the women's area of the International Islamic University in Islamabad, Pakistan.
Christian Quotes Scripture to Taliban
January 11, 2010
A Christian in PAKISTAN was attacked because he defended his faith. Taliban soldiers came to his store and tried to convert him to Islam. He responded by quoting Scripture. Enraged, they beat him—breaking his leg, several ribs, and his hand. He has since gone into hiding, but still they are hunting him to kill him.
Christian Murdered by Coworker
January 4, 2010
A Christian guard in PAKISTAN shared a work shift with a Muslim. The believer tapped the Muslim to wake him up one evening. The Muslim asked, "how dare you Christian untouchable to touch my foot?" and shot him multiple times.
Pray that the victim's family will be comforted and his murderer will be saved. "Strive for peace with everyone, and for the holiness without which no one will see the Lord."
Muslims Blame Riots on "Blasphemy"
December 31, 2009
Muslim mobs incited a riot in PAKISTAN that left 100 Christian homes burned and many injured. Now, Muslims are blaming the violence on a believer they claim blasphemed the Koran. They are threatening to hang the alleged blasphemer.
Pray for this scarred region and for the accused’s life to be preserved. "But we are not of those who shrink back and are destroyed, but of those who have faith and preserve their souls."
100 Muslim Youths Destroy a Church
December 26, 2009
A Christian in PAKISTAN allegedly desecrated a Koran. In retaliation, over one hundred Muslim youths raided a church. They burned religious books and destroyed other furnishings. Praise God, police intervened and the church was not destroyed.
Pray that the blasphemy charges will be dropped. "Let us hold fast the confession of our hope without wavering, for He who promised is faithful."
Villagers attack showing of Jesus video
December 23, 2009
Some 50 Muslim villagers attacked a showing of the “Jesus Film” in Punjab Province on December 9, injuring three evangelists -- two of them seriously -- and four attending Christians. The Muslim hardliners also damaged a movie projector, burned reels of the film and absconded with the public address system and donations from Christian viewers.
Muslim Rioters Released
December 16, 2009
A court in PAKISTAN has released six Muslims on bail--the same men that incited previous riots that killed eleven Christians and burned forty homes.
Pray that they will not engineer more violence. "Therefore do not throw away your confidence, which has a great reward."
Christian Tortured to Death
December 10, 2009
A Christian in PAKISTAN was tortured to death because he allegedly desecrated a Koran. When believers gathered at his funeral, police intervened. They fired into the crowd. Their bullets injured three innocent mourners.
Dear Lord, comfort Your people as they grieve. "Since we have a great priest over the house of God."
Christians Threatened with Annihilation
December 2, 2009
A family in PAKISTAN had always lived at peace with their Muslim neighbors. Then they began to get threatening messages. A letter told them, "You Christians are agents of U.S.--led forces...therefore it is our religious duty to wipe out all Christians from the Islamic Holy land of Pakistan." They have been ordered to leave their home or die. Pray for the protection of this family.
Boy Tortured Because He was the Son of a Pastor
November 30, 2009
Muslim police in PAKISTAN broke a man’s back because his father was a pastor. He was given callous treatment at the hospital and was then transferred to the local jail. To justify his incarceration, they have accused him of theft.
Pray that this man will receive treatment and his father will continue to preach the Gospel. "Having neither beginning of days nor end of life, but resembling the Son of God He continues a priest forever."
Believers Arrested for Eating
November 21, 2009
Two Christian men were arrested in PAKISTAN for the “crime” of eating during Ramadan. Police claimed that they had "desecrated the Islamic fasting month.” They are currently awaiting trial even though Christians are not required to accede to Muslim religious law.
Pray for their release and for God to use them mightily in prison. "They have tasted the goodness of the word of God."
Five Christians Murdered
November 14, 2009
Five men in PAKISTAN were shot and killed by Islamic militants because they refused to convert to Islam. They had been threatened for months--sent letters telling them that if they did not convert they would be killed. But they stayed faithful and now they have paid the price.
Thank God for their faithfulness to His word and pray for their grieving families. "The LORD is good to those who wait for Him, to the soul who seeks Him."
Christian Tortured and found Murdered
November 7, 2009
A young man in PAKISTAN was accused of blasphemy by the mother of his Muslim girlfriend. The police arrested him while they attempted to "clarify" the situation. They found him dead in his cell the next morning. The authorities maintain he hung himself, but his body bore unmistakable signs of torture.
Christian Maid Beaten and Assaulted
November 11, 2009
A Christian woman in PAKISTAN worked as a maid for a Muslim man. He accused her of theft and the police arrested her with no evidence. Despite her pregnancy, they tortured and sexually assaulted her. As a result of the abuse, she lost her child.
Pray for her comfort and exoneration from all suspicion. "For He does not willingly afflict or grieve the children of men."
100 Christian Homes Destroyed
10-31-2009
Muslims rioted in PAKISTAN when a rumor spread that a Christian had blasphemed the Koran. When the violence ended, 14 Christians were dead and more than 100 homes were burned. Aside from a few old people, the Christians have been expelled from that region.
Pray for these believers who have lost everything. Pray for their safety and their provision. "You are my son, today I have begotten you."
Christians Forced From Their Homes
10-20-2009
In PAKISTAN, 2000 Christians have recently been evicted from their homes and forced to live in the streets. They are "dying from dehydration, infection or the cumulative effects of poverty." They are denied health care, and their only water supply is contaminated by their latrine. Up to 20 people are forced to share a single tent.
Riots Brings Raids on Christian Homes
10-14-2009
Muslims in PAKISTAN complained that the Christian sanitation workers were not keeping the sewage lines clean enough. Within hours, police raided the neighborhood. Believers reported that the police, "ransacked Christian homes and stole our valuables." 11 men were arrested and women were dragged from their homes and sexually assaulted.
