Police and village officials summoned local Christians to threaten them.
Police and village officials summoned local Christians to threaten them.
Feb. 22, 2024 | Laos

Officials Summon Christians to Hear Police Ultimatum

[218] prayers in [13] nations have been posted for Houy Khoun Christians.

In August 2023, district police officials summoned the Houy Khoun village chief and all local Christians to a meeting where they outlined steps that would be taken against Christians to halt the spread of their faith. Authorities threatened to demolish the pastor’s home (which also serves as a house church), enforced restrictions that do not allow new members to join the church, and warned them against evangelizing in the village or elsewhere in the district. The Christians boldly challenged the right of the police to close or damage the church. When told to stop worship services, they answered, “We can’t stop worship. It is our faith. We must worship our God.” Pray for the continued resolve and steadfast faith of these Christians and that their bold faith bears much fruit.

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  • Lord I praise You for the faith and faithfulness of these believers. I pray for the pastor to be in tune with Your Spirit and led by You for how to be a shepherd over his church. I pray for the leaders accusing them to have dreams and visions of Jesus and be more curious than ever for who is the God of the Bible. I pray for safety for the pastor too.
    Joy H - USA
  • Yes Father may these believers continue in their resolve and faith in you. May they rejoice in suffering with Jesus.
    Rebecca H - New Zealand
  • Heavenly Father, we pray for the Houy Khoun Christians. Lord Jesus bless them with all their needs and strength their faith by the Holy Spirit. We pray for continued resolve and steadfast faith of these Christians and that their bold faith bears much fruit. In Jesus Precious name, the love of God and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit Amen.
    Alvin A - USA
  • Father, thank You for the continued resolve and steadfast faith of the Houy Khoun Christians. Empower them through Your Holy Spirit to exhibit bold and unashamed faith in Yeshua. Give them favor with the local police chief and other district officials. May their courageous testimony lead others to a saving knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
    Patrick V - USA
  • In the miracluous name of Jesus, our heavenly Father, Elohim, God of miracles, as brothers and sisters in Christ, we praise You for miracles to Houy Khoun Christians. We ask for more miracles, a hedge of protection, angels direct from heaven to encamp around and minister to them. Amen
    Gary F - USA
  • Thank You for these Christians and their desire to worship You regardless of the cost. I pray that they would continue to be steadfast, unmoving, always abounding Your work, knowing that their labor for You is not in vain. May they see much fruit come from their faithfulness, including changed hearts from the governing leaders.
    Danielle H - USA
  • OLORD, rain down your Spirit on this village & it's police. May they feel your mercy & be unable to resist your call to salvation. Tear down all demonic oppression & block plans to do harm. Give them no power over your church & saints. Redeem all in Christ Jesus name. Give power & strength to your saints to stand up to evil. In Jesus Name, Amen.
    Shelly D - USA
  • In the cleansing name of Jesus, our heavenly Father, Jehovah El Roi, God Who sees, as brothers and sisters in Christ we praise You for seeing and cleansing Houy Khoun Christians. We ask for provision, hedge of protection, and angels direct from heaven to encamp around and minister to them. Amen
    Gary F - USA
  • Father God, our Protector, I pray the you send your Holy angels to protect these Houy Khoun Christians as they stand firm in their faith. May those who wish them harm see that Jesus is the way, the truth and the only way to eternal life. In Jesus' Holy name I pray, Amen.
    Chaplain Dale I - USA
  • Thank thee Father for the outpouring of the Holy Spirit and boldness upon these Christians. May their witness change their region.
    Margaret D - USA
  • In the merciful name of Jesus, our heavenly Father Elohim Chassedi, God of mercy, as brothers and sisters in Christ, we praise You for justice, compassion and mercy of Houy Khoun Christians. We ask for justice and mercy, hedge of protection, and angels direct from heaven to encamp around and miniser to them. Amen
    Gary F - USA
  • Father God, I pray that your people will be bold to share their faith and that you will give others ears to hear the gospel message of faith in Christ alone. I pray that you will draw many to faith in Jesus and that there would be a great harvest of people in Laos. Please protect this pastor and the Christians from those who would shut them down. Amen.
    Julia F - USA
  • Father, may our siblings in Laos be able to worship in peace. May those who persecuted be miraculously shown the faith of those they persecuted, know the LORD, declare His name and be saved. In Jesus' name. Amen!
    Rick T - Malaysia
  • Dear Hevenly Father, please help these Christians to obey Your Will and not the laws of their government or community. Help them to become stronger in their faith because of their trials. Also help them to be guided by the Holy Spirit as to how others should be approached in order to come to faith in our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Amen!
    Donna H - USA
  • Lord you are greater than all! By your authority humble these persecutors under your Name and lead them to repentance and faith into salvation. Protect Houy Khoum brothers and sisters from evil. Let your favor rise as they fix their eyes on You and praise you for what you are working and all that you have to claim through this hardship.
    Atacy U - USA
  • Dear God & Father, I pray for Houy Khoun & other believers in Laos: 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! Save those in the Houy Khoun village through its believers. IN the same way, may all Laos be saved. Amen.
    Lisa D - USA
  • Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, I pray for your provision, strength, joy, and ability to stay strong in the adversity. May God keep you in His hand. Please take comfort in knowing that Jesus is coming back. Remember that all believers are fighting a battle that He's already won. Stay strong.
    Susan R - USA
  • Father God grant courage and strength to our Huoy Khoun brothers and sisters under threat. Embolden them and may they be wise as serpents and peaceful as doves. In Jesus' name we pray Amen.
    Marita J - USA
  • Dear God & Father, I pray for Houy Khoun & other believers in Laos: 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! Save the Houy Khoun village through its believers. In the same ay, save all Laos. In Jesus' Name. Amen.
    Lisa D - USA
  • Father thank you for the faithfulness of these dear saints. Continue to strengthen them. Soften the hearts of the village leaders and draw them to you as they witness the boldness of your people. I ask you keep them strong and safe. In your Holy name I pray. Amen!
    Colleen S - USA
  • Precious Lord God, Please see and hear the prayers of these people and all involved. Make them brave and give courage and bless them openly so all can see. Please save the lost that surround these people and may all be done to Your Glory! In Jesus name I pray! Amen MARANATHA!!!!!!
    Della H - USA
  • Almighty God, I pray for the Houy Khoun village chief and all local Christians, praying for them to be firm and steadfast in their faith in the midst of threats and oppression. I pray their bold faith and witness will bear much fruit as others come to know Christ as Savior and Lord. Please protect and provide for them, strengthen them.
    HELEN W - USA
  • Father thank you that there is a presence of your gospel light in the darkness of Laos May your hand be upon your people there giving them strength of faith peace n joy in facing the evil ones opposition enable them to have a desire that those who persecute them will receive salvation may you uphold their unity their opportunities to worship
    Dean B - USA
  • Dear God & Father, I pray for Houy Khoun & other believers in Laos: 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! Save the Houy Khoun village through its believers. In the same way, may all Laos be saved. In Jesus' Name. Amen.

    Lisa D - USA
  • Lord, may these Christians in Laos keep growing in their faith. May their bold faith bear a lot of fruit and spread. (Eli, age 9)
    Hannah C - Ecuador
  • Dear Lord, I pray for the continued resolve and steadfast faith of these Christians and that their bold faith bears much fruit. Amen.
    Tom H - USA
  • Father, thank You for the bold witness of these brothers and sisters in Laos. Father, the nations rage against You. May Houy and other believers testify of Christ and stand for You in their community. Lord, may you save the police chief and others who fight against You. Lord, You are able and I pray Your moving in this community. In Christ name, amen.
    joey S - USA
  • Father we give you thanks for expanding the kingdom and your church to the peoples of Laos. During this current season of persecution let your children be intimately aware of your presence and call upon your name to deliver them into convert those who are engaging in persecution. We pray that you will preserve the church building for this small body.
    Barry P - USA
  • Dear God & Father, I pray for Houy Khoun & other believers in Laos: 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! Save the Houy Khoun village through its believers. In the same way, may all Laos be saved. In Jesus' Name. Amen.

    Lisa D - USA
  • Lord Jesus I pray for the Houy Khoun Christians. I know Lord you protect them and provide in all of their needs. You will never put a cross on their shoulders who are too heavy to carry. Thank you Lord Jesus that you make a way for them where there seems to be no way. in Jesus Mighty Name. Amen!
    Ronald W - South Africa
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