World Update
It has been a while since we did a World Update, but lots has been happening - please be sure to keep these stories in your prayers!
Bangladesh: Christians Flee After Attack on House Church
Bhutan: Missionary Asked to Renounce Christ
China: Christian Book Store Owner’s Condition Deteriorating in Prison
Shia Weihan was arrested four months ago for selling unapproved Christian books, and his condition continues to get worse as he languishes in prison.
Ethiopia: Muslim Mob Attacks Christians
Extremist Islam is growing in Ethiopia, sparking increasing violence. Ethiopia is not unique in this regard; the Muslim presence throughout northern Africa is causing problems in many countries. Pray for northern Africa!
India: Missionaries, Bible College Students Beaten, Tortured and Jailed
Iran: Christian Couple Dies from Police Attack
Last week, Iranian secret police raided a house church service, brutally beating, arresting, and interrogating many. This is the latest update from this tragedy.
Saudi Arabia: Plans to Deport 15 Christians
The crime committed by these believers was that they held a church service. The were arrested, had possessions confiscated, were mocked and interrogated - and now that they have been released, they face deportation.