These three adults were freed, but six others remain in prison.
These three adults were freed, but six others remain in prison.
Sep. 14, 2017 | India

Pray for Jailed VBS Chaperones

[388] prayers in [23] nations have been posted for VBS Chaperones.

Police in India arrested nine adults traveling with a group of 60 children to a Vacation Bible School (VBS) program this summer. The children and their chaperones sang Christian songs and read the Bible as they traveled by train, attracting the attention of a group of Hindu extremists. As soon as the train reached its destination, the militants called the police. When the police arrived, they arrested the adults and called the children’s parents to come pick them up. The adults were charged with kidnapping and converting people to another religion by force. After more than 40 days in jail, three of the adults were released on bail. The other six, however, are still being held. Pray that the jailed Christians will be released and that this experience will strengthen the faith of the children involved.

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  • Holy Father, even after all these years and not knowing the fate of these faithful workers, we pray that your word would run swiftly in India and be glorified. I pray that this experience has strengthened the faith of the children and workers and that you will continue to provide for and protect them
    Julie C - USA
  • Thank for your intervention in releasing these three brethren, that has been apprehended. By police in India from the VBS, Father there are others that are still detained and waiting for your help, father grant a safe and speedy release to them, cover them under your sheltering syings, sand strengthen their resilience that they will not loose heart
    Joyce D - United Kingdom
  • Almighty God in heaven hear the prayers of your people today in Jesus name bless these children & camp leaders we lift up our eyes unto you oh Lord our help cometh from the Lord which made heaven & earth speak for us oh Lord & deliver these ones your children & your blessed people in Jesus name amen
    lexton s - New Zealand
  • Almighty God in heaven hear the prayers of your people today in Jesus name bless these children & camp leaders we lift up our eyes unto you oh Lord our help cometh from the Lord which made heaven & earth speak for us oh Lord & deliver these ones your children & your blessed people in Jesus name amen
    lexton s - New Zealand
  • Dear Heavenly Father I amen these previous prayers. I commit this into Your Hands as we have prayed. In Jesus' Mighty Name amen.
    Johnathan K - USA
  • Father I pray for VBS Chaperones that are still in prison to be released and that this act may only make them strong to continue to worship God. Draw them nearer to you so that in you they may find comfort. May their attackers see the light and accept Jesus Christ to their Lord and Savior in Jesus Name, Amen.
    Sipho S - South Africa
  • Father I pray for VBS Chaperones that are still in prison to be released and that this act may only make them strong to continue to worship God. Draw them nearer to you so that in you they may find comfort. May their attackers see the light and accept Jesus Christ to their Lord and Savior in Jesus Name, Amen.
    Sipho S - South Africa
  • Father, I pray the truth would be made known, and that the truth would set all parties free.
    Scott B - USA
  • Lord Jesus, I do pray that these people will be released from prison. They need your mighty hand at work i their lives. Comfort and strengthen them. Let them know again and again how much you love them. Laura - USA
    Pamela F - USA
  • I ask Father in the name of Jesus for the protection of the VBS children and chaperones in jail. I pray for their release & that all will be strengthened as they continue the work of sharing the Gospel in India. I ask that the Holy Spirit will go before those that will share the Gospel and draw peoples hearts to you Lord
    Debby S - USA
  • God in your power please release this curse over the country of India that persecute believers. Break the evil binding the people who commit these injustices. Free the sinners in India to know Your power is greater than the weak attacks against your children. Humble the people of India that exalt themselves over Your Word and bring all love and freedom
    Andrea R - USA
  • Comfort those still being held and protect them, Holy Father. Also, bring to justice those who have done this evil.
    Kathleen R - USA
  • Father, I pray for these who are being held. I pray you strengthen them while in jail and help them to remain strong and share their faith. I pray you make a way for them to be released. Comfort them and their families while they wait on you.
    Polly C - USA
  • Lord please free these parents who are warriors for the Faith. Work on the conscience of the authorities that they will act on their behalf in justice. The children who are precious in your heart will see the reward and the fruits of good Christianson action. Blessed be the name of the Lord.
    Michael P - USA
  • Abba Father, we first thank you for the release of the three adults and we pray for the release of the six Christians that are still being held. We also pray that the faith of all those incarcerated, as well as those of the children, be strengthen but also lead others to know and accept Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior. Amen.
    Everett T - USA
  • Father God, Thank You for the willingness of these workers to acknowledge You before men. Please reward their faithfulness by protecting them from their enemies as in Psalms 27 & 34. Keep them safe in prison; give them favor in the sight of their captors that the Gospel will be preached even there. Vindicate & release them I ask in Jesus' Name! Amen!
    Mary K S - USA
  • Heavenly Father I pray that this experience may it ignite a fire within the children for you! What the enemy planned for evil, You will turn for their good and your glory. May their parents not fear but continue to fan the flames of faith in their community. And may the six still in prison sing you praises until their release. Amen.
    Ingrid V - USA
  • Lord God, Please help those released to adjust and cope with their struggles, Abba. And, please be with those who are still jailed so unjustly. I pray that You would just hold them close. Thank you for these brave souls who are risking all to share your name with adults and children. Please be very near to them, O God. Call out to the hearts of all
    Amy G - USA
  • Heavenly Father, I pray that the false charges against these adult VBS chaperones will be dropped, and that all names will be cleared. I pray the parents of the children involved will encourage their children to believe in You, and set an example for them by demonstrating their own faith in You, even in the midst of trials. In Yeshua's name, Amen.
    Michelle B - USA
  • Father God, I pray that the adults who were arrested for their faith on you will be released soon and that they can share the gospel without any fear. I pray that you will work in the hearts of the children who has received your gospel and help them to know the truth. Help the children to grow in their faith and yearn for truth. Bless the adults . Amen
    David A - USA
  • Father God, Thank you for the release of three of the chaperones. May the others be released quickly. Please heal any fears the children have from this event and strengthen their faith and the faith of the chaperones and parents. I pray the hearts of those Hindus involved will be softened and they will seek You. In Jesus' name, Amen
    Rena B - USA
  • Father God, we don't know why the love of Jesus is offensive to others, but at one time we were all "others" until we came to Christ. Please act on behalf of the imprisoned believers and strengthen them by Your Spirit and love as You continue to move hearts as only You can. We love You and thank You in Jesus' name.
    Kathy G - USA
  • Father I pray for VBS chaperones to be released from prison unconditionally in the name of Jesus Christ. I pray for the prison warders to be influenced by their faith in the living God. Let your Spirit in them convict those around them of sin and be converted to Christianity. i ask all that in the name of Jesus Christ.
    Dumezweni M - South Africa
  • Lord Jesus I pray you would protect and strengthen the adults still in prison. I pray for each child who witnessed this that their faith would only be strengthened. May all the adults involved not give in to fear but continue being bold for you. I pray that while in prison they would feel your presence and you would give them peace.
    Katie G - USA
  • Lord, we pray for the soon release of those who are being wrongly imprisoned in India. Help these children not to be frightened by their experience, but emboldened by it. Please bring something beautiful out of this attempt to stop the spread of your Gospel.
    Brenda M - USA
  • Dear God, please see that justice is served for these Christians. Please increase their faith and serve as examples to the children of what being a Christian really means. Send Your Holy Spirit to surround them with peace, security, and love.
    Betty A - USA
  • Dear Lord, thank you for always being with us. I pray for healing for those persecuted and forced to flee homes, comfort for family and friends of those lost or injured, security for those sharing You despite threats, and salvation to those who are persecuting your Church. I pray Your light would shine for many to see through these trials. Amen
    Olga G - USA
  • Father, I pray for their release from Jail. But in the meantime, keep them strong and faithful and loving in jail. Father, I lift them up to You for comfort and encouragement. Keep them safe Father. This I do ask thru Jesus. Amen
    joey S - USA
  • Father, You are ever present with Your children, especially those who suffer because of their faith in Your Son, the Lord Jesus. In the powerful name of Jesus, I pray that You will dramatically deliver the six imprisoned VBS chaperones and that You will exact vengeance upon the Hindu extremists who harrass, persecute and sow discord throughout India.
    Patrick V - USA
  • Dear Lord, May You be glorified in all we ask of You on behalf of these VBS workers: May they all be freed, exonerated, and recompensed for their losses. May the children's faith be strengthened through this experience and the stony hearts of the Hindu extremists softened to receive You Jesus. In Your Name I pray. Thank You. Amen.
    Christienne D - USA
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