Behnam Irani, who is serving six years in prison in Iran, was given 18 additional charges, including "spreading corruption on Earth." This charge, along with the charge of "enmity against God" can carry the death penalty.
Behnam Irani, who is serving six years in prison in Iran, was given 18 additional charges, including "spreading corruption on Earth." This charge, along with the charge of "enmity against God" can carry the death penalty.
Sep. 26, 2014 | Iran

Pray for Five Arrested Believers

[227] prayers in [19] nations have been posted for Iranian Christians.

Iranian Christians continue to face persecution, including charges that can carry the death penalty. Five Christians -- Mohammad Taslimi; Hamidreza Borhani and his wife, Zainab Akbari; Moluk Ruhani; and Sepideh Morshedi -- were arrested on Sept. 2 and are being held without charge. Authorities seized their Bibles, computer equipment and mobile phones. Several other Christians have been arrested since August, and Iranian officials have charged several church leaders with crimes of "enmity against God" and "spreading corruption on Earth," both of which can carry the death penalty.

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  • In the name of Jesus, Jehovah El Olam, God eternal, we bless You for faithfulness of Iranian followers of Jesus. We ask for release from prison, for provision for them, for a hedge of protection on them and angels directly from heaven to minister to them. Amen.
    Gary F - USA
  • Praying
    Carla M - USA
  • Dear Jesus, these precious and brace people must endure horrible charges and lies against their good names. Make haste to help them. Come to their defense.
    Patrecia J - USA
  • Thank You God that You are The living God and able to help in Iran too. I pray on behalf of these 5 Christians. Please let the charges fail. Please help. In the name of Jesus Christ. Amen
    Maria D - Finland
  • God help the 5 Christians and help them to be strong in you that many will come to the saving knowledge of Jesus Christ. Amen
    Reatha G - USA
  • We pray for these dear saints who are brothers and sisters of ours. May they find their strength in You, Oh Father, and in your Son and Spirit. May they see the light of Jesus, and spread it to the world, no matter the personal cost. May we do the same, with the joy of knowing some will be in heaven as a result of our Spirit-filled efforts. Amen.
    mark m - USA
  • We are praying for you here in Dallas, Texas. Remember the Lord your God is with you no matter where you go. (Joshua 1:9) We love you
    Charles O - USA
  • Father you know how these Your children are faring, thank You LORD for being with them, continue to strengthen them, grant them peace even in the midst of troubles, keep them safe from the evil one. Bring about their release oh God!And may they continue to shine so bright wherever they are to the glory of Your name! Draw the persecutors to know You!
    Cherechi E - Nigeria
  • Our Father who art in heaven hallowed be thy name thy kingdom come thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven, give us this day our daily bread and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against and lead us not into temptation but deliver us from evil. Amen
    Elizabeth S - USA
  • Father give these brave believers grace & favor. Make them bold as lions as Joshua & Caleb. Keep their faith strong. Let them know many around the world pray for them day & night! Send ministering angels to assist, bless & encourage them as they stand strong & steadfast to the hope of their calling, bringing many to salvation through Jesus!
    June H - USA
  • Father, please give Mohammad, Hamidreza, Zainab, Moluk, & Sepideh courage it face uncertain days ahead. Fill them with Your Holy Spirit. Help them be light to those around them. I pray for their release. Give them strength to endure their suffering.
    Debbie S - USA
  • Our loving Heavenly Father, I commit to pray for all those who are facing charges or persecution. May Lord intercede and touch the hearts of people that they may come to know the One true God.
    Though it might take blood, sweat or tears in our eyes, but we will Praise the LORD.
    In Jesus' name I pray, Amen.
    SAURABH J - India
  • Lord, Lord God, merciful and gracious, longsuffering, and abundant in goodness and truth, I ask you get these people out of prison much sooner than we expect , for what God is there in heaven or in earth, that can do according to thy works, and according to thy might?
    Clint D - USA
  • Lord, we pray for your dear children wherever they are. Let their hearts feel free until they are free from custody. Let all these church leaders have favor with You Lord and may the courts bow to Your will and Your Word. Lord You have 1,000 ways when we can't even imagine one. Thank You for the display of Your mighty arm. In Jesus' name we pray.
    Lisa T - USA
  • Dear Heavenly Father,Hallowed Be Thy Name,Thy Kingdom Come please watch over these 5 Iranian Christians and other Christians in Iran. Keep them all safe,secure and from all harm and deliver them from the evil that surrounds them and help them out if you are willing.

    In Jesus Name Amen
    James H - USA
  • Father, please deliver these believers from prison, and also Pastor Saeed and all others who are there for Your sake. While they are there, please do not let any day or moment of suffering go to waste but let it be turned into eternal good. Bring many to Christ because of this suffering. Glorify Yourself and grant comfort to the believers and hope.
    Cheryl D - USA
  • Lord, I Pray for Five Arrested Believers, Mohammad Taslimi; Hamidreza Borhani and his wife, Zainab Akbari; Moluk Ruhani; and Sepideh Morshedi who were arrested on Sept. 2 and are being held without charge. I pray for their release and the restoration of their property. Help them to be faithful in this time of persecution. In Jesus name.
    Stephen B - USA
  • Jesus, the writer of Hebrews speaks "of those whom the world is not worthy." I pray You will awaken the souls of those who persecute these brother & sisters to "the Voice of Truth." Jesus, You Are the Truth, the Way & the Life. Protect & comfort these in prison. I call out their names in Your presence. May they be strong & faithful witnesses of You
    Debbie S - USA
  • Please, Lord, help the Iranian Christians - keep them faithful to You. I plead the Blood of Jesus over their lives. Protect and provide for them and may they not waiver in their faith. Comfort them and send an extra measure of the Holy Spirit into their hearts with the fruits of the Spirit abounding I pray. Let them have Your Word to feast upon.
    Janet M - USA
  • Father, please bring Your justice quickly for these believers, and deliver them quickly.
    Chad K - USA
  • Lord, I pray for comfort and peace and strength for these five believers in the face of the severe persecution. I pray that even in the depths of their prison, Your light will shine brightly in their hearts. Be with their families during these difficult times. In Jesus name I pray amen
    Dr and Mrs J William D - USA
  • Jesus, visit these five believers in prison. Manifest Your Presence to them in a very powerful, unmistakable way. Fill them with grace, love for their enemies, and inflame their tongues with the pray of faith. Remove all fear from them, and care for their families and loved ones. Strengthen them as they stand for You. In Your name, amen.
    William C - USA
  • Father, please care for the Iranian Christians in a way that they can see you. Your word not only tells us that we will face persecution but that you will walk through it with us, giving us the words to say and letting us rely on your strength. Remind them of your promises and may their speech be seasoned with salt so that even in jail they witness you
    caroline c - USA
  • Father, please be with these believers during this difficult time. Comfort and encourage them. Let them feel Your presence and let them know that You are with them. Please provide for their families and may Your light shine through each one of them as a witness to others around them.
    Roma K - USA
  • Father thank you that when we turn to you as our father and accept Christ as our savior YOU breath YOUR LIFE into us and we become new members of your family. I thank you that we are now witnesses for you but also a stumbling block to others. I pray that we will allow JESUS to speak with all boldness through us as HE witnesses through us as us with us
    Mark M - USA
  • Father, Thank You for these brave Christians and please help them to stay strong in the faith. Provide for their families and keep them healthy while they wait for release. In Jesus name Amen
    Linda C - USA
  • Father, in Jesus name bless Iranian Christians with freedom so that they can convence unbelievers come to Jesus and repent. I pray for they don't kill him but You save his life Strengthen him comfort him because is hard to be in prison. Glory, honor to You Lord in Jesus name.
    Adriani n - USA
  • Thank YOU, LORD that we are part of a world-wide family of believers who care for our brothers and sisters who are persecuted in this dangerous time of persecution. Strengthen these who are suffering and allow their faith to bring many to saving faith in our awesome LORD and SAVIOR, JESUS!
    Paul H - USA
  • Oh Lord may you how your power to deliver even if these dear brothers and sisters continue to be held. You can deliver from the fear of death and torture, and give them a peace which passes all understanding. We do ask that you would save them from the death penalty. Bind us together Lord as if we were bound with them!
    Chris B - USA
  • Father, please protect these Christians and give them peace and joy despite their trials. I pray that as believers in the Bible were able to convert prison guards, that these men would also turn many to you while in jail. Thank you for their faith in an unlikely place. Please spread your truth in Iran so that many know you. Give them favor please, God.
    emily g - USA
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