Iranian house church leaders know they face possible arrest.
Iranian house church leaders know they face possible arrest.
Mar. 21, 2024 | Iran

Christian Arrests Increase

[219] prayers in [11] nations have been posted for Iranian Christians.

Front-line workers in Iran report an increase in the number of Christians being arrested, partly due to regional tensions and conflicts. “Persecution against Iranian Christians is rising,” a front-line worker said. “Every Christmas and Easter, officials usually arrest some Christians, but this year the number went way up, and we’re concerned about what might occur around Easter.” The worker mentioned that in the past, Iranian officials would occasionally arrest church leaders and later release them with a strong suggestion that the Christians leave the country. “But now the officials are holding onto people’s passports and regularly keeping them detained,” the front-line worker said. “Please pray that God will make believers invisible to Iranian authorities.”

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  • In the name of Jesus, our heavenly Father, Jehovah Ori, Lord Our Light, as brothers and sisters in Christ we praise You for faithfulness of these Iranian Christians. We ask for Jesus, Light of the World, enlighten their lives, a hedge of protection, angels direct from heaven encamp around and minister to them especially with the war with Israel. Amen.
    Gary F - USA
  • In the strong name of Jesus, our heavenly Father, Jehovah Tsuri, our Rock, as brothers and sisters in Christ, we praise You for Your help to Iranian Christians. We ask for continued help, a hedge of protection, angels direct from heaven to encamp around and minister to them. Amen
    Gary F - USA
  • Lord, in the Name of Jesus my heart really does go out on behalf of all of our precious saints in these hostile areas of the world. Lord for years you have had so much mercy and grace on the United States and I pray that you please bless all saints everywhere else as well with Your abundant grace and mercy. Thank you Lord. Help my faith also as I Pray.
    Anthony D - USA
  • Lord, Most High, all things are in your control. You can even hide your servants from the enemies. Gather them as a hen gathers her chicks under her wings. Protect them from all evil, body, mind & spirit. Make them strong & courageous in Jesus Name. Block the power of satan, dear Father. Tear down the strongholds he has over Iran & it's terrorists.
    Shelly D - USA
  • Father, you see your children in Iran. Lord, please protect them and watch out for them. I pray you give each one wisdom in knowing how to deal with the opposition. Help them remain strong and faithful and rebuke any fear the enemy puts upon them. I pray for those arrested, Lord, please, have them released. Guide them. Speak to the lost in Iran.
    Polly C - USA
  • Dear Father, praise your name, we lift up your people in Iran, we ask your protection and favor for them. Please give them strength and guidance and wisdom for how to answer authorities. I pray many more Iranians will come to know you through your people. Thank you for your provision and protection and courage you have given them. In Jesus name Amen
    Rebecca S - USA
  • O Lord, as I read about these Iranian Christians, what Paul wrote to the Corinthian church came to mind. In speaking about their hope that you "will deliver us again," he also asked the church to "help us by prayer. So, Lord, I pray for the Iranian's to be delivered from the government oppression. Hide them, guard them, lead them. For your glory! Amen.
    Diana F - USA
  • In the truthful name of Jesus, our heavenly Father, Yahweh El Elmeth, God of truth, as brothers and sisters in Christ, we praise You that Iranian Christians know Jesus as the truth, way and life. We ask for a hedge of protection, angels direct from heaven to encamp around and minister to them. Amen
    Gary F - USA
  • Lord, let thy light shine in Iran and rescue this people living in darkness.
    Margaret D - USA
  • I give thanks Lord for this website that we have an update for our brethren. May it be online for a long time. Help us Lord to get more specific reports from Iran that we may pray for them by name.
    Clint D - USA
  • Father, I pray that you would cause your light to shine in Iran. Though it's a dark place, may your love break into the hearts of those who are persecuting Christians, and give them the "light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Christ" (II Cor. 4:6) just as you broke into the life of Saul on the Damascus Road. Bring your salvation!
    Rachelle W - USA
  • Lord I ask you to soften the hearts of the non-believers and brings these Christians home that have been arrested. Keep them safe and free to do your will. I pray that Muslims in Iran come to you Jesus. We know you are the one and true God. In Jesus name Amen.
    Machelle C - USA
  • Dear God & Father, I pray for believers in Iran: Protect, provide for, comfort, strengthen, encourage & guide them. May they stay strong & united in faith, hope & love, committed to Christ. I praise You for their faith! May Iran's authorities see them not as threats but as blessings & treat them accordingly. And so may all Iran be saved. Amen.

    Lisa D - USA
  • Father, please move in miraculous ways to protect and hide Christians from the view of officials who are keeping them detained. May they be able to worship and gather as believers to read your Word and gain wisdom and strength to be a witness to many who do not know You as Savior and Lord.
    Betty D - USA
  • Lord I pray the believers in Iran would be invisible to authorities and pass through places they need to without being seen. I pray for them to be strong and winsome and wise in how they go about things and for them to not be seen. I pray they would have wisdom and discernment in how they proceed.
    Joy H - USA
  • Mighty God our Father, I pray that you send your holy angels to cloak the activities of Iranian Christians. May they be free to worship without being seen for found out. May the Iranian government come to the knowledge of your Son Jesus as their personal Lord and Savior for the forgiveness of sins and eternal life. Amen.
    Chaplain Dale I - USA
  • Almighty God, I pray that you will strengthen every believer in Iran to continue with boldness in sharing the gospel of Jesus. Open hearts and eyes of the Iranian authorities to message of Jesus. May your children be walking testimonies of your faithfulness. Bring glory to Your name O God! In mighty name of Jesus I pray. Pat US
    Patricia S - USA
  • Dear God & Father, I pray for believers in Iran: Protect, provide for, comfort, strengthen, encourage & guide them. May they stay strong & united in faith, hope & love, committed to Christ. I praise You for their faith! May authorities see believers not as threats but as blessings & treat them according. And so may all Iran be saved. In Jesus' Name. Am
    Lisa D - USA
  • Dear God & Father, I pray for believers in Iran: Protect, provide for, comfort, strengthen, encourage & guide them. May they stay strong & united in faith, hope & love, committed to Christ. I praise You for their faith! Give them favor with authorities so they'll be seen as blessings, not threats. And so may all Iran be saved. In Jesus' Name. Amen.

    Lisa D - USA
  • Dear family in Christ. I pray for you and all members of the body of Christ everyday. Stand firm and take comfort that Jesus is coming back. Little does the enemy know they've already been defeated. God loves you. Awaiting His return!
    Susan R - USA
  • Dear God & Father, I pray for believers in Iran: Protect, provide for, comfort, strengthen, encourage & guide them. May they stay strong & united in faith, hope & love, committed to Christ. I praise You for their faith! May authorities come to see & treat them as blessings, not threats. In this way, may all Iran be saved. In Jesus' Name. Amen.
    Lisa D - USA
  • Heavenly Father, I pray for Iranian Christians on this holy day of the Resurrection. May there be peace in Iran that allows believers to worship You. I pray that there will be no arrests or violence against Your people, and as requested, that You "will make believers invisible to Iranian authorities in Jesus' name.
    Rosalind T - USA
  • LORD: I ask for YOUR peace and protection over the brothers & sisters in Iran as they face persecution. I ask for You to strengthen them. Keep their eyes on YOU. Help them to be wise as serpents and harmless as doves. Take away any fear. Enable them to walk in YOUR Spirit, and love. Keep them in YOUR will day by day... In Jesus' name
    P F - USA
  • Dear Jesus, You are our Lord and Savior, our King & Redeemer! You have promised to never leave us nor forsake us. There are many Christians who are believing in You and are following you, please take care of them as they suffer and are persecuted. It is nothing compared to what You endured, but please be with them & their families giving them peace.
    Donna H - USA
  • Father, as the one, true and living God who calls into existence the things that do not exist and makes the dead alive, we pray that you would hide and protect your people from the oppressive government in Iran, and continue to strengthen and multiply your church there in Jesus' name.
    Matthew E - USA
  • Dear God & Father, I pray for believers in Iran: Protect, provide for, comfort, strengthen, encourage & guide them. May they stay strong & united in faith, hope & love, committed to Christ. I praise You for their faith! May they find favor with authorities & be seen as a blessing. In this way, may all Iran be saved. In Jesus' Name. Amen.

    Lisa D - USA
  • Father help believers in Iran to hold to their faith and to be strong witnesses for Christ this Easter. Help them not to fear what people can do to them.
    Rebecca H - New Zealand
  • Oh Lord on this the Friday of the crucifixion that forever changed our relationship with You. Please hear our pleas of making the Christians invisible to the Iranian officials during this Easter time of scrutiny. Protect them and May they be strong and courageous as they celebrate in their heart the resurrection and salvation of Jesus Christ. Amen
    Peggy A - USA
  • In the sacrificing name of Jesus, our heavenly Father, Messiah, as brothers and sisters in Christ, we praise You that You display Your work in lives of Iranian Christians. We ask for healing, a hedge of protection, angels direct from heaven to encamp around and minister to them. Amen
    Gary F - USA
  • Jesus, protect, heal, give favor to Pastor Zahir, his son, Ashok and the entire church. "You heavens above, rain down my righteousness; let the clouds shower it down. Let the earth open wide, let salvation spring up,
    let righteousness flourish with it;
    I, the Lord, have created it Isa.45:8
    Amen.
    Nancy W - USA
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