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Dec. 14, 2023 | Afghanistan

Christian Afghan Refugees Fear Forced Return

[163] prayers in [10] nations have been posted for Afghan Christians.


Afghan Christians struggling to survive as refugees in neighboring countries ask for prayer. According to international relief agencies, Afghans constitute the third-largest displaced population in the world after Syrian and Ukrainian refugees. Those groups report at least 1.2 million Afghans fled when the Taliban seized control in August 2021, joining many who had previously evacuated. In total, around 8 million Afghan refugees are believed to live in neighboring countries, including some Christians, says a front-line worker: “Pray for God’s peace, protection and provision for them and that they will not be deported back to Afghanistan.” The worker gave a praise report that media ministries have seen an increase in openness to the gospel from within Afghanistan and added, “Pray for effective follow-up, spiritual revelation, genuine conversion, Biblical discipleship and formation of reproducing house fellowships.”

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  • Dear Lord, those who know you long for the hearts of their countrymen to know you too. They long to bring Good News to those who hunger & thirst for you. Bless these loving servants. Give them hope. May they see those longings fulfilled in miraculous ways. Send those who can help them as they share. May Afghanistan be a beacon of light to all. Amen.
    Shelly D - USA
  • Oh Dear Jesus Christ, our High Priest, I ask You to pray for Your people! As documented in the book of John chapter 17, " I pray not that Thou shouldest take them out of the world, but that Thou shouldest keep them from the evil." Please Holy Spirit, strengthen Your people!
    christine s - USA
  • the Light of Christ guides all believers to Our Father. the resurrection is proof of the cross as well as proof of eternal life. The cross endures then the life begins as one with Our Father. Faith is knowing who your God is and who you have faith in. Holy Spirit is our companion and comfort so one day we know God and live in faith of Him. Amen.
    Nicole P - USA
  • Lord,
    Thank You for our Afghan brothers and sisters. May they be provided with all of their needs, no matter where they are. I pray for Your peace, protection and provision for them; may they not be repatriated. Thank You that media ministries have seen an increase in openness. May there be effective follow-up, revelation, conversion, discipleship.
    Lysander S - USA
  • understanding and provision according to thy will and purpose. I pray that others would realize only thy truth according to thy word could prevail in such conditions. I pray this in the holy and almighty name of the LORD and Saviour Jesus Christ, amen.
    Devin C - USA
  • be a witness in other nations. I pray that they are daily sanctified in thy word and increasing daily those who are born again by believing on thy word and thy increase. May thy light so shine in the midst of so much darkness and that this may not be a generation which also ends up in hell. I pray for thy comfort for the believers which surpasseth all
    Devin C - USA
  • Dear LORD, may thy body still in Afghanistan bear strength in thy power unto longsuffering and patience with joy. May they show their hope that others may see it and search thy word according to the King James Bible. I pray their witness would be strengthened given the conditions of those in Afghanistan and that the believers who fled may be able to
    Devin C - USA
  • May this Easter be very significant for Afghan believers. May they remain convinced of your love and that you will not abandon them.
    Rebecca H - New Zealand
  • Lord Jesus I first pray for believers that they will not be deported back to Afghanistan. I pray for peace and protection for them and the other refugees. I pray that you bring to salvation to all the refugees. I pray for their bodily needs health food sanitation.,but mainly salvation. I pray that terrorism will come to an end in Afghanistan. Amen
    Eric D - USA
  • Dear Lord, please give my Afghani brothers and sisters who have fled their country Your supernatural peace, protection, and provision. Keep them from the schemes and devices of the enemy. Grant them fellowship opportunities to know You more, study Your Word, and be filled with Your Holy Spirit to be Your witnesses. In Jesus name, Amen.
    Sarah A - USA
  • Thank You that there is an increased openness to the gospel from inside Afghanistan. Guide those who are doing the distribution in effective follow-up. Grant spiritual revelation and genuine conversion. Provide Biblical discipleship and the formations of reproducing house fellowships. Enable those who have left to find vibrant fellowships to grow in.
    Toni D - USA
  • Creator God, praise be to Your Name for the increased interest in Your Gospel. May this interest grow into a saving faith for many. Keep new believers safe under the Taliban. Bring revival in Your timing. Protect Your children. Lord, intervene on behalf of Your people in Afghanistan and surrounding countries. Help others to help and encourage them. IJN
    Allison F - USA
  • God's wills, may they experience a Revival of Complete Transformation. May their minds be renewed by the Word of God, and may they experience a profound transformation in every area of their lives. May Afghanistan be a testimony of God's mercy and deliverance, where His love and grace bring about lasting peace and renewal. In Jesus' mighty, name! Amen
    Tricia C - USA
  • MIGHTY ABBA, SAVIOR AND LORD JESUS CHRIST, AND BLESSED HOLY SPIRIT we pray for YOUR MIRACLE to block the way to Afghanistan for these refugees, cause confusion to the enemy and open a plain path for their safekeeping like you did for David hiding from Saul. Provide close friends like you gave supporters to David and Jonathan as an ally,
    Carolyn A - USA
  • Lord God, we lift up our Afghan brothers and sisters suffering intense persecution within their homeland and for those who are suffering displacement and lack of basic provisions, food, clothing, proper housing and livelihoods and ask for Your peace, protection and provision for these displaced believers and specific protection against deportation amen
    Forrest B - USA
  • Heavenly Father, we pray for Your peace, protection and provision for them and that they will not be deported back to Afghanistan.Let there be openness to the gospel from within Afghanistan. We pray for effective follow-up, spiritual revelation, genuine conversion, Biblical discipleship and formation of reproducing house fellowships.In Jesus name amen
    Alvin A - USA
  • In the everlasting name of Jesus, our heavenly Father, El Olam, God eternal, as brothers and sisters in Christ, we praise You for faithfulness of Afghan Christians. We ask for provision, a hedge of protection, and angels direct from heaven to encamp around and minister to them. Amen
    Gary F - USA
  • Lord God, I pray that these believers would be surrounded by Your peace and the families would have wisdom and unity as they struggle to make wise decisions. Please provide for them and allow them to stay outside of Afghanistan. I also pray that the gospel would continue to go forth and produce fruit within the country.
    Danielle H - USA
  • In the protective name of Jesus, our heavenly Father, El Shaddai, God Almighty, as brothers and sisters in Christ we praise You for faithfulness of Afghan Christian Refugees. We ask for provision, for hedge of protection, and angels direct from heaven to encamp around and minister to them. Amen.
    Gary F - USA
  • Numbers 6:24-26
    The LORD bless thee, and keep thee:The LORD make his face shine upon thee, and be gracious unto thee:The LORD lift up his countenance upon thee, and give thee peace.
    Andrew M - USA
  • Lord I lift up the believers who are Afghani and who are fleeing. I pray Lord for Your peace to be upon them and for hope to be what helps them keep living. I pray for the them to cling to You in the midst of pain and for Your Word to give guidance and all they need.
    Joy H - USA
  • El Elyon, you never change and I pray that your faithfulness in providing miracles to those who seek you are given to my brothers & sisters in the refuge camps & the Middle east. Allow them to safely gather to worship, praise, and learn your word under your protection. Jehovah Jireh provide the resources to spread the gospel in Jesus Christ name amen.
    ANDRE M - USA
  • Dear family in Christ- we will continue to pray for you and your safety. We pray the Lord will also touch the hearts of your persecutors! Stand firm. Jesus is coming soon. Be glad and rejoice! Your reward is great in heaven. May God keep you in his hand.
    Susan R - USA
  • Lord, it's apparent that your Spirit is at work in Afghanistan opening hearts to the gospel! May you continue to bring more to hear & believe from the heart that Jesus is Lord & Savior. I pray for the refugees who are in other countries to have a peace that passes understanding as they grow in trusting you to provide for them. Give them favor. Amen.
    Diana F - USA
  • Lord I pray for my brothers and sisters from Afghanistan, that you would please protect them and provide for them, and keep them from having to go back to Taliban controlled Afghan. Lord, I pray that you would continue to open up the hearts of the unbelievers, and Increased, genuine conversion, discipleship, and home fellowships. In Jesus name amen.
    Nancy G - USA
  • O Lord, have mercy on these displaced people who have lost their homes. If it is possible, return them to their homes, & remove the taliban & extremist groups from their land. Tear down the work of evil they have done. Bind satan. Make them weak & ineffective in their plans. Confuse them. Strengthen your servants & make them bold. Bless & protect them.
    Shelly D - USA
  • Father, we intercede for the displaced Afghan Christians who are struggling to survive as refugees in nearby countries. May they experience Your protection, provision, and peace as they face the possibility of being deported back to Afghanistan. Thank You that there's an open door of opportunity to communicate the gospel of Jesus Christ in Afghanistan.
    Patrick V - 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 Afghan Christians. 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 them. Amen
    Gary F - USA
  • Dear God & Father, I pray for Afghan Christians living as refugees: Protect, provide for, comfort, strengthen, encourage & guide them. May they stay strong & united in faith, hope & love, committed to Christ. Give them favor with area authorities so they won't be deported. May they be built up in the faith where they are. In Jesus' Name. Amen.
    Lisa D - USA
  • Heavenly Father, I pray for the refugees who have fled Afghanistan. Please protect them from further persecution, and make a way for them to support and sustain their families in a foreign land. I pray they won't be deported back. Pray for the success of media ministries and ask that front line workers will have effective follow-up with seekers.
    Rosalind T - USA
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