This church leader from Bangladesh was killed last year for his bold evangelism.
This church leader from Bangladesh was killed last year for his bold evangelism.
Jan. 22, 2016 | Bangladesh

Pray for Family of Shamir al-Din, Killed by Islamic Extremists

[363] prayers in [30] nations have been posted for Family of Shamir al-Din.

Shamir al-Din, an evangelist and Christian convert from Islam, was stabbed to death by Islamic extremists on Jan. 7 in Bangladesh. Before becoming a Christian, in 2002, he had been an imam for more than 20 years. Islamists had attacked his home three times in the past, and he had received death threats because of his evangelistic activities, including baptizing Christian converts from Islam. Pray for his wife and adult children. 

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  • Our heavenly Father, Jehovah Jireh, the God Who provides we ask for safety and comfort for family of Shamir al-Din as they know Jesus died for them We ask for a hedge of protection on them and angels from heaven to minister to them. In the name of Jesus. Amen.
    Gary F - USA
  • Lord- we pray for Shamir and his family- protect them and care for them. Continue to deepen Shamir's faith and grow him in his understanding of your word. In your Holy name I pray. Amen!
    Colleen S - USA
  • Lord, I thank you for the truth of your word in Psalm 10:14: "But you, God, see the trouble of the afflicted; you consider their grief and take it in hand. The victims commit themselves to you; you are the helper of the fatherless."
    Linda D - Korea, South
  • God, we ask you to meet the emotional, spiritual, and physical needs of this faithful servant's family. Let them abundantly experience Your love and care. May each person who participated in this murder not rest until they come to the same saving faith and unwavering commitment as Mr. al-Din. May everyone Shamir baptized remain strong in faith.
    Lynne G - USA
  • Father, we ask that you comfort the family by Your word that their beloved Shamir is with You and that the grief we have in this life will not be forever. Supply their needs for today, dear Lord, and lavish them with your love and protection so they know they are not alone. I ask it in the name of JESUS who loved us and gave His life for us.
    Kathy G - USA
  • Praying
    Carla M - USA
  • father, bring peace to this family, and help them find out those who belongs to you. may they be safe, amen
    Chen L - Taiwan
  • Father God, I lift up to You the wife and children of Shamir al-Din.What a testimony to Your love, Grace, and power! Please comfort his wife and children in their grief. Meet their every need both material and spiritual. May more Muslims in Bangladesh be saved. In Jesus' Name. Thank You, Lord. Amen.
    Christienne D - USA
  • Father, I pray for the wife and children of Shamir al-Din, a man who loved you so much he risked and gave his life to proclaim your Gospel to a hostile world. Give his wife and children uncommon strength in their faith in you. I pray that they are fed and have housing and the will to continue. You know their needs father. Protect them. In Jesus' name.
    Sue R - USA
  • My Lord I pray for Shamir al-Din family. I still pray for continued peace and comfort. May they remain in hope and trust our Lord Jesus Christ. Father remain their source for everything they need. I pray for the whole church, may they be not despaired by the attacks rather may they be burning in the Spirit and never be lacking zeal in Jesus Name, Amen.
    Sipho S - South Africa
  • Heavenly Father comfort the families of Shamir Aldin. Meet all their needs. In Jesus name
    barbara w - USA
  • Holy Father, We hate to hear such devastating news in Bangladesh, or anywhere for that matter. Please cover the family of Shamir al Din. Heal there hearts, restore there minds. Keep them all stable as they go forward. Protect them in there daily walk. Be with them and be there God all the days if there blessed life. Give them all peace and Assurance.
    Deidre S - USA
  • Lord Jesus I lift up to You, his wife and family. Protect them and give them Your encouragement and strength to carry on for you. Hold and comfort and guide them. Pamela USA
    Pamela F - USA
  • Dear Jesus, thank you for the life of Shamir al-Din. Comfort his family in their great loss. Bring many people to you, Jesus, even now because of this brave man. Holy Spirit, comfort his family and heal them. May they know Your presence when they are feeling alone and afraid. Provide for them financially and protect them. Cast out fear.
    Patrecia J - USA
  • FATHER,
    PLEASE COMFORT THIS FAMILY SEND THE HOLY SPIRIT TO PRESERVE THEM FROM EVIL IN JESUS NAME, AMEN.
    FELICIA Z - USA
  • Lord, be with them. Restore and give your full love in their hearts. I pray that every day would count for them. I pray that they would walk with joy on their faces and hope in their heart. I pray that his descendants also would make your name great and provide a good heritage. I pray for strength and a full knowledge of their identity in you Jesus.
    Kayla S - USA
  • I thank you Father for the faithfulness of this man. I pray now Father for his family, that. They will continue your work in the region to bring others to Christ. I pray Father that all fear be cast out in Jesus' name and by the blood of the Lamb. I pray Lord that you will do a work so mighty in these extremists that they will turn to you.
    Beth B - USA
  • Dear Lord,
    I want to take the time to remember and pray for the family of Shamir al-Din, our brothers and sisters in Christ. You have called Shamir to a glorious death in Your name, but they have been left behind in the aftermath. Be their source of strength and encouragement in this tough time of mourning. In Jesus' name I pray, Amen.
    Aaron V - USA
  • Father, this brother is in your presence. Now I pray for his family, they need your comfort. Help them to follow in their father's footsteps and continue his work despite the opposition. May those that were converted under his ministry carry on doing the work of an evangelist and winning souls to you. comfort his wife. wrap your arms around them.
    Polly C - USA
  • Matthew 11:4 And Jesus answered them, “Go and tell John what you hear and see: 5 the blind receive their sight and the lame walk, lepersa are cleansed and the deaf hear, and the dead are raised up, and the poor have good news preached to them. 6 And blessed is the one who is not offended by me.”
    Layne N - USA
  • Heavenly Father, I ask that You give Shamir's family peace in You Lord, for we know that Shamir is at home now. Protect his wife and children from those that would harm them. Help them stay strong Lord, for You are our fortress. In Jesus name, Amen.
    Jason H - USA
  • Heavenly Father, I thank You that Brother Shamir is at rest with You, in perfect peace. I thank You for the strong testimony he lived out in serving Christ. I pray for his family Lord; surround them with Your comfort and remind them of Your love for them. If there be any lost souls of Shamir's children, may they find salvation in Christ. Amen.
    Abraham J - USA
  • Father please protect the Family of Shamir from evil and harm. Let them grow even stronger in their faith and love for you. Let them take up where their father left off and let them not be afraid. Let them boldly proclaim you as their Savior as their father and husband did. Let Shamir's death not be in vain by having his followers expand your nation.
    Laurie T - USA
  • Father, give aid and comfort to the widow in her distress and may this martyrdom be the salvation of many in Bangladesh.
    Margaret D - USA
  • I praise You for saving Shamir and granting him the boldness to reach out to and be a part of rescuing others. May his family be comforted by Your grace and the promise of eternal life. May they continue in this legacy of reaching out to unbelievers and continuing despite the threats of others. May they hold fast to hope in You.
    Danielle H - USA
  • Lord, we pray that You will grant grace and peace to the family of Shamir al-Din din this time of mourning his loss. Thank you for his bold Christian witness in life and in death. In Jesus name I pray, amen.
    Dr and Mrs J William D - USA
  • Father, thank you for the faith of this brother and his family. Please comfort the family. Lead them in your ways and meet their every need. Help them to see that you are always with them. In Jesus name I ask.
    Lee A - USA
  • FATHER GOD,
    Please Bless Pastor Shamir al-Din's family. Soothe their hearts, letting them know he's safe with YOU ! Please surround his church members and his family and friends with YOUR Mightiest angels . Protect and Strengthen these Precious Christians as YOU Position them to share YOUR WORD Safely. IN JESUS NAME. AMEN !!!
    Doris G - USA
  • I pray for your comfort, peace and restoration for the family of Shamir al-Din. I pray that his influence and example will live on and that many people in Bangladesh will come to know you after hearing about his story of faith. I pray for his wife and children to be protected and comforted by your loving hand. Bind up their wounds and heal their hearts
    rachel n - USA
  • Dear Father, How we grieve here on earth but know that there is rejoicing in Heaven for Pastor Shamir al-Din's faithfulness to you on earth! May his death be used to grow the church there. Thank you that in persecution the church grows! Please provide for, comfort, and protect this pastor's precious family, in Jesus Name.
    Jennifer T - USA
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