Christian pastors have been warned against practicing their faith, especially when it involves leading Muslims to faith in Christ.
Christian pastors have been warned against practicing their faith, especially when it involves leading Muslims to faith in Christ.
Dec. 19, 2024 | Bangladesh

Extremists Issue Christmas Warnings

[2] prayers in [1] nation have been posted for Christians in Bangladesh.

Since a coup last summer that created chaos across Bangladesh and increased violence against Christians, an Islamic extremist group called Hefazat-e-Islam has been rising in power. Several Christian leaders from different parts of Bangladesh reported that they received threatening letters from Hefazat leaders, warning them that any celebration of Christmas this year “will be the last celebration they do in this life.” Other threats included demands for the return of “what was taken from Islam,” meaning physical property but also former Muslims who converted to Christianity. The letters warned that these Muslim-background Christians and the pastors who are discipling them will face death if they do not return to Islam.

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  • Dear Heavenly Father I amen these previous prayers. I agree; protect Your people. May it be instead those who celebrate Christmas have divine protection even these attackers must acknowledge; repent & be saved. For though they suffer for Your cause, You are their Great Defender. May they know that God is on their side. In Jesus' Mighty Name amen.
    Johnathan K - USA
  • Beloved Father: You have heard the murderous threats uttered by wicked & arrogant men against the lambs of Your flock. Please arise, O Lord, & defend Your flock! Cause Your holy terror to fall upon our enemies that they may be very afraid to do harm to our brethren. May these enemies repent & turn to Christ just as Saul of Tarsus did. In Jesus' Name.
    Mario C - USA
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