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Join us in praying for the nations of Asia using the regularly updated prayer points below!

AFGHANISTAN

ECONOMIC CRISIS

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2nd May 2023

Afghanistan’s economy is close to collapse with 85% of people in poverty. Since 2020, numbers of those living in poverty have risen by 15 million people. The Taliban takeover and the subsequent sudden loss of access to international aid has had disastrous consequences. A report from the UN reveals that to survive, Afghans have been selling their homes, lands and assets to generate income. Some people have even turned their children into labourers and their daughters into child brides.

 

  • Pray for an economic recovery in Afghanistan that would lift millions out of poverty and desperation.
  • Pray for the leaders of the Taliban to repent and turn to Christ.
  • Pray for wisdom from the international community as to how they can been help ordinary Afghans.

 

Source: MiddleEast Eye

 

BANGLADESH

MEITEI PEOPLE

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27th April 2023

An evangelist working among Meitei people resident in Bangladesh reports amazing gospel progress. The Meitei people are predominantly Sanamahists, an ancient faith system in which worship on many gods is encouraged. On a recent outreach, over 100 people heard the gospel from this evangelist and 16 came to faith!

 

  • Pray that many Meitei would see the emptiness of the Sanamahist religion and turn to Christ.
  • Pray for more fruit as this evangelist works among this unreached people group.
  • Pray that the new converts would mature in their faith.

 

BHUTAN

EAGER TO LEARN

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24th May 2023

At a recent training event, an unexpected number of church leaders arrived to receive training in Christian leadership and the Holy Spirit. Plans had been made for 40 attendees, but numbers grew throughout the event and 63 people were in attendance on the final day! The organiser of the conference reported, “The Word has become active and alive and touched the hearts of the participants together. They are filled with joy and renewed their spirit through the seminar.”

 

  • Give thanks for the eagerness of Bhutanese leaders to receive instruction from God’s Word.
  • Praise God for bringing so many along each day, and ask that this time together will have spurred each of them on in their ministry and their own walks with the Lord.
  • Ask that God would use his people in Bhutan to reach the lost, brining hope to a nation full of lost souls. 

 

MORE PRAYER FOR BHUTAN

BRUNEI

NO ROOM FOR CHRISTIANITY

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2nd May 2023

The Sultan of Brunei became the world’s longest reigning monarch after the death of Queen Elizabeth II. The Sultan first ascended to the throne in 1967. Under his leadership, much of the nation has prospered, thanks to ready access to oil reserves. However, Christian outreach is outlawed and the nation remains committed to Islam.

 

  • Ask the Lord to grant many a desire for something better, and to guide them to the good news of Christ.
  • Pray that opportunities would open up for believers to wisely share their faith with those whose hearts are receptive.
  • Pray that laws would be relaxed to allow freedom of speech for all.

 

Source: Arab News

CAMBODIA

HIDING THE TRUTH

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6th March 2023

The ‘Voice of Democracy’ newsroom has been closed down by national leader, Hun Sen, for publishing a story deemed harmful to his government’s reputation. This is not an unusual occurrence in Cambodia, with one Voice of Democracy employee having previously worked for two other organisations closed by the government in one way or another.

 

  • Pray to the God of truth, asking that freedom of speech and freedom of press be permitted in Cambodia.
  • Pray for those who have lost their jobs in this incident, and for those seeking to report the truth through other agencies.
  • Ask the Lord to touch the heart of Hun Sen and bring him to a place of humble, servant leadership following the example of Christ.

 

Source:BBC

 

CHINA

LET THE CHILDREN COME!

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6th March 2023

Following our Christmas Appeal, we will be able to support several workers distributing children’s teaching materials, training groups to use them and helping them safely pass them on to others. Our desire is to see hundreds of groups using the materials, with thousands of children coming to the feet of Christ.

 

  • Pray that nothing would hinder the spread of these resources across the country.
  • Ask that the Spirit would be at work among those who teach and learn from the materials.
  • Pray for the individuals involved in distribution to travel safely and act wisely under the threat of severe persecution.
  • Pray that the Lord would continue to build His church in China, with many coming to Christ from every age and stage!

 

INDIA

FOR THE CHILDREN

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2nd May 2023

Our partner in the south of India has started a new ministry for children, with around 140 kids attending regularly, with most coming from very poor homes. Once a month, the children come for an entire day filled with fun and fellowship. Food is provided and our partners speak with the parents of the children to identify any needs that may arise. 

 

  • Pray that many of the children would become Christians through the programme.
  • Pray that all the needs of these impoverished families would be met.

 

MORE PRAYER FOR INDIA

INDONESIA

UNHAPPY WITH INJUSTICE

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24th May 2023

The inauguration of a new building should, in theory, have been a celebratory event for Christian Church Yasmin. However, the church has suffered 15 years of illegal and unjust dealings at the hands of the local government, even to the extent of ignoring rulings by the nation’s Supreme Court. Eventually, a new administration allowed the church to be built on a different site, but many shunned the celebrations having been illegally forced away from the original location.

 

  • Give thanks that there are over 70,000 churches in Indonesia, representing a multitude of people groups and languages.
  • Pray for the ongoing religious tensions in the nation, and ask that Muslims, Christians and other groups would come to live alongside one another in peace.
  • Lift up the authorities in the nation and ask that the Lord would cause them to lead their nation and local communities in a way that is right and just.
  • Pray for all churches and believers being treated illegally and unfairly and ask that they might bear the fruit of the Spirit in increasing measure through such trials.

 

 Source: Diplomat

IRAN

GIRLS BEING POISONED

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6th March 2023

According to Iran’s deputy health minister, Younes Panahi, girls are being deliberately poisoned to keep them out of schools. The claim comes after hundreds suffered respiratory poisoning over the last few months, primarily in the city of Qom, which is the centre of religious activity in Iran. Reports suggest that at least 14 schools have been targeted.

 

  • Pray for Iran as its people protest the strict rule of oppressive religious leaders.
  • Lift up all the girls who have been poisoned, along with their families, and pray for full recoveries to be made.
  • Ask the Lord to grant peace and freedom in Iran, that the people might flourish and the gospel go forth.

 

 Source : Independent

IRAQ

NO PROTECTION FOR ABUSED WOMEN

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24th May 2023

Activists are urging the government to legislate against gender–based violence as men continue to escape punishment for abuse and even murder. The criminal code currently outlaws violence within the family but does not specify any penalties for perpetrators. There is a particular concern to highlight the voices of women in small towns and villages who have no means of protection.

 

  • Ask God to intervene in this situation, to stem the tide of abuse suffered by women and girls in Iraq.
  • Plead with the Lord to bring about justice for victims and suitable penalties for those who commit such crimes.
  • Pray that Iraq would become a place of freedom and justice, where people can live in peace regardless of their gender or religion.

 

Source: TNN

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JAPAN

RESPONDING TO INSECURITY

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 6th March 2023

The nation has begun taking actions on multiple fronts amid growing unease over noisy neighbours China and North Korea. Japan’s first action was to update its largely pacifist security policy. Now, 400 Tomahawk missiles are being purchased from the US, making Japan only the third nation to acquire this weaponry after the US and the UK.

Meanwhile intelligence sharing with New Zealand is being ramped up. The two countries aim to ensure the region remains stable and prosperous and that the rights, freedoms and sovereignty of all countries regardless of size or power are protected.

 

  • Pray for peace in this region where the actions of other nations would put pressure on Japan.
  • Pray for Japanese leaders to make wise decisions amid these pressures, fears and international instability.
  • Continue to pray for a work of the Holy Spirit in the country of Japan as Christians make up only a small minority.

 

Sources: DW; Independent

KAZAKHSTAN

BIG QUESTIONS ABOUT RUSSIA

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6th March 2023

The younger generation appear to be questioning traditional alliances considering Russia’s actions in Ukraine. Overall perception is largely positive with few blaming Russia for the war in Ukraine, but younger respondents were by far the most critical. One analyst suggested that access to independent and diverse online media was behind this.

Meanwhile, with Russia pre–occupied by events in Eastern Europe, China and Turkey have swooped into the Central Asia region, seeking to win hearts, minds, and influence. China has invested heavily in the region’s infrastructure as part of its Road and Belt initiative.

 

  • Pray for young people in Kazakhstan and across the region to be seekers of truth in all areas, and for their search to lead them to Christ.
  • Pray for leaders in Kazakhstan as they handle strong political influence from various external powers.
  • Ask the Lord to make his ways known to the nation’s Muslim majority, that they may trust in him over any other God or political power.

 

Source:Aljazeera

KYRGYZSTAN

RETURN OF REFUGEES

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6th March 2023

59 Kyrgyz nationals were repatriated last week as a chartered plane flew in from Syria. This was the latest phase on an ongoing mission to repatriate the families of militant fighters who enlisted with the Islamic State group. 41 of the returnees were children, while the rest were women. Hundreds of men died in the fighting, with their families left stranded in refugee camps. The children will be placed in a rehabilitation centre to help them adapt to life in a peaceful and safe environment.

 

  • Lift up these women and children who have endured much hardship through the choices of their husbands and fathers.
  • Give thanks to the Lord for their safe return to Kyrgyzstan.
  • Pray that the children in particular would heal physically and emotionally from their ordeals and ask that they would grow to become people of peace having been at the centre of conflict.
  • Pray that the Lord would be bringing many home to himself in Kyrgyzstan and among the refugee camps in Syria.

 

Source:Eurasianet

LAOS

CHILDREN’S CHRISTIAN RESOURCES

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2nd May 2023

Partners translated and distributed 3000 copies of a new children’s resource. Focusing on the Old Testament, the resource helps children remember Bible stories as they complete activities based on lessons taught in Sunday School. This is the first resource of its kind for the people group who received the thousands of copies!

 

  • Pray for each child who uses the resource that they would draw closer to God.
  • Praise God for our partners carrying out this work and pray that they would be encouraged in their ministry.

 

MALAYSIA

PROGRESS IN HUMAN RIGHTS

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27th April 2023

The parliament in Malaysia have moved to end the mandatory death penalty for a number of crimes as politicians note that the punishment has not brought the results it was meant to bring. Onlookers celebrate the development as progress for human rights. One minister also noted the existence of an inherent right to life of every individual.

 

  • Pray that further changes to the law would be made in Malaysia to allow Muslims to convert freely to Christianity.
  • Pray that this move progressing human rights would extend to freedom of speech and belief for all citizens.

 

Source: Al Jazeera

MALDIVES

SECOND–CLASS CITIZENS

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24th May 2023

Fathimath Uzma Naseem writes that behind the five–star holiday resorts lies a darker world where women constantly fear assault, misogyny and the burden of traditional duties. She claims that women are regularly whistled at, degraded and harassed, and are often blamed for their own abuse.

 

  • Pray that the Lord would soften the hearts of men, causing them to treat women with dignity and respect.
  • Ask that more opportunities would be opened up to women in the Maldives, and that social pressures would not keep them from using their skills and talents.
  • Pray that the gospel might spread in this restrictive nation, and that believers might have courage to persevere in the midst of severe opposition.

 

Source: Guardian 

MONGOLIA

PREGNANCY CRISIS CENTRES

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24th May 2023

A ministry in Mongolia operates pregnancy crisis centres, where women considering an abortion can receive an ultrasound scan and wise counsel. The gospel is shared with every woman who attends the clinics. Demand for this service has been so high that the clinic has moved to an appointment–based system, and God has been powerfully at work. Around half the women who attend opt to keep their babies, with a quarter also trusting in Christ.

 

  • Lift up the many women in Mongolia who consider abortion, often because they have been abandoned or neglected by their partners.
  • Give thanks for the pregnancy crisis centres, for those who operate for them, and for the many women who attend each week.
  • Praise God for rescuing many unborn babies through this work, and for impacting the lives of many women with the gospel.
  • Pray that the Lord would continue to provide an abundant spiritual harvest and build his church through this work.

 

  MORE PRAYER FOR MONGOLIA

MYANMAR

VIOLENCE REIGNS

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2nd May 2023

Over two years has passed since the military coup in Myanmar and the situation remains as challenging as ever. In recent weeks, the conflict has escalated with thousands more Burmese people getting caught in the crossfire. One family had their home and farm destroyed and had to flee from place to place before arriving in a refugee camp. Our partner continues to bring aid to families such as these.

 

  • Pray for peace in Myanmar so that thousands may be able to return home.
  • Pray for the many refugees and displaced in great need, that they would receive the aid they need.
  • Pray for God’s protection over our partner as she travels in dangerous regions.

 

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NEPAL

THAKALI PEOPLE

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2nd May 2023

Batsal, our long–standing partner in Nepal, visited the Thakali tribe who are one of the least reached people groups in the world. There are only 13,000 Thakali in Nepal and Batsal knows of only five believers! 

 

  • Pray for the Lord to build His church among the Thakali and to give Batsal wisdom as he works among them. 
  • Pray for more workers to be sent to work among the Thakali.

 

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NORTH KOREA

CRYPTO THEFT FUNDS MISSILES

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24th May 2023

It has been claimed that half of North Korea’s missile programme has been funded through cyber–attacks and crypto theft. Reports suggest that the nation stole $2.3 billion worth of cryptocurrency assets over the past six years, including $721 million from Japan, $540 million from Vietnam and $497 million from the US. 

 

  • Please continue to pray for North Korea’s relationship with the wider world, and ask that a peaceful co–existence might come soon.
  • Pray against acts of war or destruction by North Korea as they continue to invest heavily in military strength. Asl the Lord to humble the hearts of the nation’s leaders in this regard.
  • Lift up all those suffering in North Korea from food shortages, particularly during the winter months, whilst vast funding continues to be poured into military endeavours.

 

Source: Nikkei

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PAKISTAN

AFTER THE FLOOD

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2nd May 2023

Our partners continue to care for many suffering in the aftermath of the floods last year. One third of the nation was submerged when record–breaking monsoon rains arrived. Our partners have resettled 25 families into new homes and continue to minister to them. One of the Muslim men is amazed at the generosity of Christians to people of another faith!

 

  • Praise God for our partners and the care they have been able to provide these families.
  • Pray that their witness would continue to speak to the non–believers and that the Lord would bring them to saving faith. 

 

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PHILIPPINES

JOURNALIST CLEARED IN COURT

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10th February 2023

Maria Ressa has been acquitted after former leader Rodrigo Duterte’s government accused her and her organisation of tax evasion. Ms Ressa claims that the charges were politically motivated and intended to stop journalists reporting freely. Her organisation ran several stories critical of the former administration and had been ordered to close down on numerous occasions. Ms Ressa and her organisation still face three ongoing legal cases against them.

 

  • Ask God to guide the current government, causing them to uphold basic freedoms for all citizens.
  • Ask the Lord to instil integrity in political leaders, not only in the Philippines but around the world.
  • Pray that there would be a just outcome in each of the remaining legal cases.
  • Ask that those who follow Jesus would defend the cause of the oppressed, stand on the side of truth and be bold in proclaiming forgiveness and salvation through faith in Christ.

 

Source: BBC

SRI LANKA

TRUST AMID THE TURMOIL

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10th February 2023

The nation faces severe challenges following last year’s economic crisis, and our partners are having to trust in God to provide amid soaring inflation. One partner longs to bring the gospel message to the nation in a language the people understand, and to build up the church and its leaders for fruitful ministry and fellowship together. Their Tamil language TV messages and correspondence courses are proving effective means of communicating the gospel.

 

  • Pray that institutional problems would be addressed to create political and economic stability for the nation and its citizens.
  • Give thanks for the existence of a Sri Lankan church and pray for all those leading fellowships to do so with wisdom and integrity.
  • Lift up our partners as they face financial challenges to their ministry.

 

SYRIA

THOUSANDS KILLED IN EARTHQUAKE

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1Oth February 2023

Thousands have been killed by an earthquake which hit Syria and Turkey. The first aid convoy has reached the nation, whilst the UN are calling for urgent aid to be provided to the nation. Many people have lost their homes and now face winter conditions without a place of shelter.

 

  • Pray for the emergency response to be coordinated effectively, ensuring as many people are rescued as possible.
  • Pray for medics seeking to save and care for the wounded, with many of Syria’s hospitals damaged or destroyed in conflict.
  • Lift up those who are grieving and those whose loved ones remain missing – ask that God would draw near to them and provide comfort.
  • Pray for believers on the ground to remain steadfast in adversity, and to hold out hope to those around them during these tragic circumstances.

 

 Source: Guardian

 

TAJIKISTAN

AID AND THE GOSPEL

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2nd May 2023

Border skirmishes between Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan have been ongoing since 2021, with thousands caught in the crossfire and forced to flee to safety. A couple, both graduates from a theological university supported by AsiaLink, are ministering to those who have been displaced in Tajikistan. As aid is provided, the couple take every opportunity to share Christ.

 

  • Pray for peace between Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan along their shared border, and lift up those caught up in the fighting. 
  • Pray that the Lord would bless this couple and bring many into the Kingdom through their faithful proclamation of the gospel. 

 

THAILAND

A BOLD STEP OF FAITH

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4th May 2023

Kusa is a Thai believer with a real heart for the unreached groups in the south of his country. In a bold step of faith, he has moved to a new area to begin a small business and reach out to his Muslim neighbours with the good news of Christ.

 

  • Pray that God would provide for Kusa’s every need as he establishes himself in this new location.
  • Lift up Kusa as he witnesses to his new neighbours and ask that his words and actions would bring glory to God.
  • Pray that Kusa would find many opportunities to share the gospel, and that the Spirit would move powerfully to bring people to faith.
  • Ask that God would be at work among the Muslim Malays of southern Thailand, bringing new hope and eternal life among a people who are currently far from Christ.

TURKMENISTAN

ACCUSATIONS OF ELECTORAL VIOLATIONS

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4th May 2023

The people of Turkmenistan took to the polls on Sunday 26th March to elect members of a new legislative body. However, there have been reports of gross violations of the secrecy of voting and there is significant evidence that many were able to cast multiple votes. Reported turnout was over 91%, but many reported finding polling stations incredibly quiet.

 

  • Pray that a time would soon come when the people of Turkmenistan can participate in free and fair elections.
  • Ask the Lord to work in the hearts of national leader Gurbanguly Berdymukhammedov and his presidential successor (and son), Serdar.
  • Pray that the powers of the new legislative body would not be used for corrupt purposes, but for the good of the people.

 

UZBEKISTAN

LIFT UP 2O UDG GRADUATES

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4th May 2023

Our new partnership with UDG is equipping young believers from Central Asia for ministry in their own countries. A group of 20 UDG graduates in Tashkent are collaborating to reach their city through social projects, small businesses, and everyday outreach among their communities. In a nation where 33 million people remain unreached, their efforts may seem small, but we trust in God who has chosen the weak things of the world to shame the mighty!

 

  • Lift up the nation of Uzbekistan, where an overwhelming majority remain far from Christ having never met a Christian or heard the gospel.
  • Give thanks for this group of 20 graduates! Ask that they would build one another up in the Lord, and sharpen each other as iron sharpens iron.
  • Pray that their conduct in business would be pleasing to the Lord and bring honour to him.
  • Ask that their social outreach projects would touch the lives of the poor and vulnerable, giving them hope for this life and the next.
  • Pray above all that the Lord would be at work in Tashkent, working through His people to bring new life to a lost city

 

VIETNAM

CHRISTIAN MINORITY

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27th April 2023

The majority of Vietnam’s population is Buddhist, and just 2.1% of the 9 million strong population are evangelical Christians. There is little to no religious freedom for Christians. We thank God for our partners working in this land to reach the millions who don’t know Christ.

 

  • Pray for protection for our partners that they would be shielded from those who would do them harm.
  • Pray that the gospel would bring many to faith despite widespread opposition.
  • Pray for the safe delivery of Bibles to the people of Vietnam. 

YEMEN

WARTORN YEMEN

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27th April 2023

Yemen’s war has entered its ninth year, and the humanitarian need remains colossal. Floods swept the nation last summer, but still families remain displaced seven months on. Of the $4.3 billion the UN has identified as being needed, just over a quarter has been pledged.

 

  • Pray for relief and aid to reach those in dire need in Yemen.
  • Pray that governments and agencies around the world would work to address the humanitarian need in this land.
  • Pray for an end to war and a lasting peace in which prosperity can be worked towards.

 

Source: New Humanitarian

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