#10 in Christian persecution, Afghanistan

[LoricaLady]

Most Afghan Christians are converts from Islam; practising their faith openly is basically impossible.
In Afghanistan, leaving Islam is considered shameful by family and community, and conversion is punishable by death under Islamic law. This has been increasingly enforced since the Taliban took control of the country in 2021. If converts are discovered, the family, clan or tribe may try to preserve its “honour” and deal with the convert through pressure, violence or even murder.
If a convert’s faith is discovered by the government, many Afghan believers have no other option but to try to flee. Women and ethnic minorities experience additional oppression, so Christians among these groups live under unthinkable pressure.

Meet Khada​

“I continue to be a servant of Christ, following His example of humility and greatness. In the difficult Taliban regime, we face challenges, but with strong faith, we persevere.”
Khada (name changed), a believer in Afghanistan.

What does Open Doors do to help?​

Because of the risks faced by our partners and the people they serve, we’re restricted in the information we can provide about Afghanistan.

Please pray​

• Ask God to protect secret Christians as they can’t live openly as followers of Christ.
• Pray that even as the Taliban’s brutal regime remains in power, God will touch their hearts.
• Pray for community and hope for the thousands of Afghan refugees, many of whom still face danger for following Jesus.

 

[RileyG]

Lord, have mercy on all Christians throughout Afghanistan!