Hindu extremists attacked Pastor Zahir and his son during a worship service like this one.
Hindu extremists attacked Pastor Zahir and his son during a worship service like this one.
Mar. 28, 2024 | India

Pastor, Son Brutally Beaten for Christian Worship

[193] prayers in [13] nations have been posted for Pastor Zahir and Ashok.

While 80 Christians gathered on Feb. 19, 2023, to worship, a mob of Hindu extremists broke into the church and demanded proof that they had permission to be there. When the mob began to attack Pastor Zahir, his son, Ashok, defended him and also became a target. The two men were kicked, punched and beaten with a microphone stand until they were both bleeding and unconscious. Other members of the congregation were also injured as the mob ransacked the church while shouting Hindu slogans. When the police arrived, they took Zahir into custody and questioned him but refused to accept his criminal complaint against the attackers. Both Zahir and Ashok have recovered physically, though Ashok continues to experience pain. Pray for the wellbeing of this family and church amid persecution. “Please pray for the vandals,” Ashok said. “Pray that they bend their knees in front of Jesus.”

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  • for repentance to thy glory and the joy of believers. I pray in the name of the LORD and Saviour Jesus Christ, amen.
    Devin C - USA
  • salt and light in India in this way. I pray their attackers would be convicted that they are sinners being led to search thy word as Bereans. I pray they would have Godly sorrow which worketh repentance of sins. I pray in this way they would be made ready to believe on thy word unto salvation by thine increase. I pray they would even bear fruits meet
    Devin C - USA
  • Dear LORD, I pray these men would be healed quickly and given provision according to thy will and purpose in their lives. I pray their witness to thy word according unto the King James Bible would be strengthened by this persecution. I pray they would be ready alway to give a reason for the hope that is within them with meekness and fear. May they be a
    Devin C - USA
  • Heavenly Father, we pray for Pastor Zahir, his son Ashok and for all the congregations that were hurt in this raid. We pray for the congregations physical healing and no bitterness. Thank You for these faithful believers and for their work in the community. We pray for the gospel to spread and many come to faith in Christ. In Jesus Christ name Amen
    Alvin A - USA
  • Father, please give strength and courage to Zahir and the church. Help them to trust Jesus fully. Deliver us from evil. Draw the attackers, police, and others in the town to Jesus. Open their eyes and soften their hearts. Thank you for the hope that we have that our citizenship is in heaven and soon we will all be there with You. Thank you. Amen.
    Vicki Y - USA
  • Jesus may Zahir , Ashok be AWARE of Your Presence IN them. Remove all anxiety and fear. Let nothing separate them from your loving arms. Heal their wounds. Heal their painful memories. Infuse new strenght of your Holy Spirit n them and give them endurance to stand for you jesus.
    Help them forgive those who hurt them . Touch their hearts for salvation
    max d - India
  • Jesus may Zahir , Ashok be AWARE of Your Presence IN them. Remove all anxiety and fear. Let nothing separate them from your loving arms. Heal their wounds. Heal their painful memories. Infuse new strenght of your Holy Spirit n them and give them endurance to stand for you jesus.
    Help them forgive those who hurt them . Touch their hearts for salvation
    max d - India
  • Lord God I pray for pastor Zahir and his son Ashok that you would give them healing and restoration. Thank you for their heart in circumstances that are like you Lord jesus. You bore pain and you said Father forgive them. I pray that the Hindu radicals would be convicted by the Holy Spirit they would come to know the truth. Change the police too.
    Rachel Albro H - USA
  • Lord, we know that persecution is inevitable but Ashok and Zahir both suffer the consequences of being beaten and we ask for grace and physical healing on their bodies. We also ask that the perpetrators would be brought to justice and that there would be a chance for Ashok and Zahir to meet their attackers and declare their forgiveness to them, amen.
    Forrest B - USA
  • In the precious name of Jesus, our heavenly Father, Jehovah El Roi, God Who sees, as brothers and sisters in Christ, we praise You for faithfulness of Pastor Zahir and Ashok. We praise You that You see. We ask for a hedge of protection and angels direct from heaven to encamp around and minister to them. Amen
    Gary F - USA
  • Lord I ask for complete healing and the pain to go away for Zahir and Ashok. I pray they would be injury free and not be hurting anymore. I pray for those who attacked them to be struck with Your Good News and unable to ignore it. I pray the attackers would surrender to the Lordship of Jesus and then hold You as King of their heart.
    Joy H - USA
  • Abba Father we pray for pastor Zahir, Ashok. protect them, bless them with resources to be physical healed, nourished. Give them strong mind to understand your wisdom to teach and lead many to Christ. Heal them God. deliver them from enemies. give them courage, hope and more opportunities to reach out many to Christ.soften the hearts of vandals
    BENEDICTA N - USA
  • Father, please provide emotional, physical and spiritual healing in this crisis. I pray You will use it to lead others to Yourself. In Jesus Name, amen
    Debbie M - USA
  • Almighty God, I come to You on behalf of Pastor Zahir, his sin, Ashok, amd other members of the congregation who suffered injuries from this attack. I pray for complete healing from the physical injuries sustained, and the emotional trauma that follows. I pray the congregation would not grow fearful, but grow in boldness proclaiming the Gospel message
    Curtis M - USA
  • 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 Pastor Zahir and Ashok. 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. Amen.
    Gary F - USA
  • Precious Lord, please see the plight of these servants of Yours...protect them and bless them openly. Please save those that persecute them. In Jesus name I pray, amen! MARANATHA!
    Della H - USA
  • I pray that a complete healing will take place with Zahir and Ashok. I pray that you will protect and comfort and embolden them. I pray that the Hindu people will become convicted and repent of their sin and come to know Jesus as Lord and savior. I pray this in Jesus name amen.
    Eric D - 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 Pastor Zahir and Ashok. We ask for continued help,, a hedge of protection, angels direct from heaven to encamp around and minister to them. Amen
    Gary F - USA
  • I pray that You would graciously heal Zahir and Ashok physically, and that they would be strengthened spiritually as they suffer for You. May they be an example to the other believers in their church, and may this attack only increase the boldness and supernatural love of the believers. May the attackers come to saving faith in You.
    Danielle H - USA
  • Father God, I thank you that you protected the lives of Pastor Zahir and his son Ashok so that they may continue to bring praise and glory to your holy Name. I pray that you will completely heal them both. I ask that you would protect the church in India so that it may continue to be a light to the people in the country. Draw the people to Jesus Christ
    Julia F - USA
  • Dear Father in Heaven, I lift up Pastor Zahir and his son Ashok and ask for your healing touch on them physically, mentally and emotionally. May they be strengthened spiritually. May the attackers come to know Christ as Lord and Savior because of the faithful witness of these brother's in Christ. In Jesus' Name. Amen
    Jennifer T - USA
  • Dear God & Father, I pray for Pastor Zahir, Ashok & their 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 their faith! Fully heal the Pastor, his son & other injured believers. Bring their attackers to repentance. Save all India. Amen.
    Lisa D - USA
  • Dear God & Father, I pray for Pastor Zahir, Ashok & their 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 their faith! Fully heal the Pastor, his son & other injured believers. Bring their attackers to repentance. May all India be save
    Lisa D - USA
  • Lord, please help Pastor Zahir and his son to continue to serve you faithfully and truthfully. Please may you also show yourself to the hindu attackers so that they may come to know you personally. I ask for this is Jesus name, amen.
    Cuan J - South Africa
  • Father I thank you for this churchs presence in their community in the midst of Hindu extremists please give the body there courage n strength of faith against the persecution please give physical n emotional healing to pastor n his son to continue in their leadership of the church may your grace n mercy deliver the India from Hinduism In Jesus name
    Dean B - USA
  • Dear God & Father, I pray for Pastor Zahir, Ashok & their 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 their faith! Fully heal the Pastor, his son & other injured believers. Bring the Hindu extremists to repentance. Save all India.
    Lisa D - USA
  • Abba, as our brother the apostle Paul turned his heart from persecuting christian to becoming a great blessing to them and countless around the world, may the same take place there in India in that those who persecuted our dear brothers would themselves turn their hearts to You. I ask this in Yahusha's name and give praise to You in advance.
    Yahleah M - USA
  • Father, in the name of Jesus We thank you for being our Lord and Savior. We ask that you protect and heal the pastor his son and the church members. Cover them with your precious blood and help the vandals that attacked them come to know you as Lord and Savior. In Jesus Name Amen
    Myrna W - USA
  • Dear God & Father, I pray for Pastor Zahir, Ashok & their 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 their faith! Give the Pastor, his son & other injured members full recoveries. Bring the attackers to repentance; save all India.
    Lisa D - USA
  • Father, I pray for these two who were beaten. Father, I pray right now your healing power flow through them and heal them completely. I pray you strengthen them and their congregation. Rebuke any fear the enemy may try to put upon them. I pray you comfort all of them. I pray for the ones who did this. Lord, you see their hearts; deal with them.
    Polly C - USA
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