Hindu radicals in India routinely damage or destroy churches to hinder Christian worship.
Hindu radicals in India routinely damage or destroy churches to hinder Christian worship.
Nov. 30, 2023 | India

Pastor Harassed, Imprisoned over Conversion Claims

[167] prayers in [12] nations have been posted for Pastor Santosh.

Since 2020, Pastor Santosh has been harassed and pressured by members of the Hindu nationalist group RSS. His church has been vandalized, he has been threatened and struck, and the group has repeatedly pressured the police to file charges against him for conversion of Hindus. In October 2022, he was jailed for a month without bail. “When a person goes to jail, he breaks,” Santosh said. “I felt broken, too. After coming out of the jail, I was petrified. I did not go any place for months. I was afraid about what next I would see. People in the streets would hatefully see me as if I was a criminal.” In the aftermath of his arrest, Santosh’s church has not been able to reopen, but he continues to visit congregants at home to pray with and encourage them. His case is still pending. Pray for a just resolution and that he will experience God’s provision.

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  • of believers. I pray this man would rejoice that these persecutors in this way might be led away from hell and the lake of fire. I pray in the name of the LORD and Saviour Jesus Christ, amen.
    Devin C - USA
  • short of thy glory. I pray they would realize their many sins and repent of them with Godly sorrow. I pray they would have broken spirits and contrite hearts being made ready to believe on thy word according unto the King James Bible. In this way, I pray they would be saved by thine increase and bear fruits meet for repentance to thy glory and the joy
    Devin C - USA
  • Dear LORD, I pray for thy provision, comfort, and protection over this brother. He has endured much in thy name but thou worketh this longsuffering of thy persecuted body according unto thy will and purpose. I pray he would glorify thee in that even those who persecuted him would search thy word as Bereans and realize they are sinners and have fallen
    Devin C - USA
  • Lord,
    We thank You for Pastor Santosh and his willingness to serve You even in the face of horrors like jail and being treated like a criminal. We pray that his church will be able to reopen. We ask that he would achieve the just outcome in his case. Please provide for all of his needs, demonstrating Your faithfulness to all the naysayers and enemies.
    Lysander S - USA
  • May Santosh and his church be able to meet and rejoice in you this Easter. May they rejoice that they too can share in your sufferings.
    Rebecca H - New Zealand
  • I pray that you will be with Pastor Santosh. I pray you use him mightily. Make his ministry continue and embolden and encourage him. Have him still stand strong. I pray people will continue to come to Jesus through his ministry. I pray repentance of the Hindu people who attacked him and for their salvation. In Jesus name I pray amen.
    Eric D - USA
  • Thank You that Pastor Santosh is meeting with his congregants. We ask You to heal his heart during this time of waiting. Reveal Your great love for him. Reveal truth to the courts that he is not guilty of he crimes levied against him. Provide all he needs during this difficult time.
    Toni D - USA
  • Father, we bring Santosh to you, asking for supernatural peace and courage, wisdom and strength. Fill his heart with your truth, and help him to rely fully on you for his every need. Please give him justice and a favorable outcome with authorities, but regardless of his situation, remind him of your constant presence and his eternal hope.
    Jackie V - USA
  • God willing, India will experience a profound transformation of Revival of Holy Faith. Where Holy Faith is a Healing Force, their prayers and decrees are made only to the One True God. Their new faith stands as a testament to the power of the Holy Trinity in bringing true healing, restoration, and unity. This newfound Holy faith will revive them! Amen!
    Tricia C - USA
  • Dearest Lord, thank You for Your Word that says we are more than conquerors through Jesus Christ who loved us and gave His life for us. Fulfill Your Word in the lives of my brothers and sisters in India and meet all their needs for Your glory. In Jesus name and by Your Holy Spirit, Amen.
    Sarah A - USA
  • Heavenly Father, we lift up Pastor Santosh to Your throne of grace. Bless him with strength and courage to continue the good fight. Give him favor to win his case against his accusers. We pray for a just resolution and that he will experience Your provision. In Jesus name, the love of God and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit Amen.
    Alvin A - USA
  • Lord God, please comfort Pastor Santosh and help him to take refuge in the promises of eternity that cannot be taken from him. May he be strengthened to continue serving faithfully, and I do pray that truth and justice would prevail in his case, that he would see a resolution come quickly. May he and his family be unified as they walk this.
    Danielle H - USA
  • In the presence of Jesus, our heavenly Father, Jehovah Shammah, God Who is there, as brothers and sisters in Christ, we praise You for faithfulness of Pastor Santosh. We ask to help stay in Your presence, Your provision, a hedge of protection and angels direct from heaven to encamp around and minister to him. Amen
    Gary F - USA
  • Father, we pray that You will heal Pastor Santosh of the spiritual, mental, emotional, and physical trauma that he endured while he was imprisoned without bail. By Your Holy Spirit, encourage and strengthen Pastor Santosh in the inner man. Heal Pastor Santosh's broken heart and empower him to continue ministering to his brothers and sisters in Christ.
    Patrick V - USA
  • In the saving name of Jesus, our heavenly Father, Yeshua, as brothers and sisters in Christ, we worship You that Pastor Santosh believes in Your salvation. We ask for boldness, a hedge of protection, angels direct from heaven to encamp around and minister to him. Amen
    Gary F - USA
  • Father God, oh how I understand Pastor Santosh's fear when facing "shameful" situations. Yet, you want us to pray for & receive boldness and faith to take another step of obedience to proclaim your words. Please, grant your supernatural help for him to walk confidently in your grace to be sufficient in his weakness. Do the same for other members. Amen.
    Diana F - USA
  • Our Father, be with my brother Pastor Santosh. Give him endurance and patience with joy, despite what has been done to him and what may come. Let his case be justly resolved. Protect him and his family. Let worship of you and discipleship activities continue and grow. Let RSS lose their ability to terrify. Restrain the prison system.
    Rachel Albro H - USA
  • Lord protect Pastor Santosh and bring justice to Jim's he walks in obedience to You, counting the cost and finding You worthy of all. Give him courage and perseverance. Give him a spirit of joy, knowing he is saved and has a message to proclaim. Give boldness and protection. Defend him with your powerful Right hand. Humble those against You.
    Atacy U - USA
  • Father God I lift up Pastor Santosh and I pray he feels the Holy Spirit power and the prayers lifted up before your throne Jesus for his broken heart. I pray I feels your strength when he is broken and week. I thank you that he is hidden in you and you will bring him through the fire and the waters will not wash him awayaccording to your holyword. Amen
    Rosemary T - USA
  • Heavenly Father we bring Pastor Santosh and his congregation to You. Restore them body, mind, and soul from this trauma and persecution. Cast out fear by Your perfect love and make a way for their church to reopen. May they be wise as serpents and peaceful as doves. In Jesus' name Amen.
    Marita J - USA
  • In the gracious name of Jesus, our heavenly Father, Alpha and Omega, as brothers and sisters in Christ, we praise You that Pastor Santosh and Pastor Boyntee serve You. We ask for a hedge of protection, angels direct from heaven to encamp around and minister to them. Amen
    Gary F - USA
  • Our Father, be a shield to Pastor Santosh. Heal his mind, and his spirit. Let there be a just resolution to his case, and may he experience You in a mighty way. Surround him with people who love You, and who will encourage him, and comfort him. In Jesus' name, Amen
    Elizabeth S - USA
  • Father, You know the persecution of Your Church in India. I pray for Pastor Santosh and that congregation to be spiritually strengthened by Your might. May Jesus Christ's name be magnified. Protect the new 150 churches in India so the Good News would go forth in every corner of India. May the scales of Hinduism be removed from the eyes of people.
    Mer H - USA
  • Holy God, I pray for your servant Pastor Santosh in India, let your light shine in the hearts of man in the communities for them to realise that you are alive and active. I ask all that in the name of Jesus.
    Dumezweni M - South Africa
  • Almighty Father, I pray for this dear Christian brother who has been broken by attacks from the enemy. I am reminded that our battle is a spiritual one. Please protect Pastor Santosh and help him to recover fully from this treatment. Strengthen his faith and open his eyes to see the mighty angel army surrounded him and battling on his behalf. Amen.
    Julia F - USA
  • Dear God & Father, I pray for Pastor Santosh & his church: Protect, provide for, comfort, strengthen, encourage & guide them. May they stay strong & united in faith, hope & love, committed to Christ. I praise You for this Pastor's faith! Give him & his church favor with authorities. Bring area Hindus to repentance & faith. In Jesus' Name. Amen.
    Lisa D - USA
  • Father, Santosh is out of jail, but please set this captive free from fear. Grant him favor in the eyes of all authorities. Let no one come forth to make charges against him that are taken seriously. Instead, give courage and wisdom to believers to speak up on his behalf on what a good law-abiding citizen he is. No man can convert a soul: only God can!
    Danae V - USA
  • Hebrews 13:5-6 For He hath said, I will never leave thee nor forsake thee. So that we may boldly say, The Lord is my helper and I will not fear what man shall do unto me.
    Anita F - USA
  • Dear God & Father, I pray for Pastor Santosh & his church: Protect, provide for, comfort, strengthen, encourage & guide them. May they stay strong & united in faith, hope & love, committed to Christ. I praise You for this Pastor's faith! Give him & his church favor with authorities. Bring Hindus to repentance & peace to the area. In Jesus' Name. Amen.
    Lisa D - USA
  • Heavenly Father, I pray for Pastor Santosh. Thank you for his faithfulness in visiting his congregants. I pray they will support him, and that You would help him win his case when it comes to trial. Please give him the peace that passes understanding and protect him from further persecution in Jesus' name.
    Rosalind T - USA
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