This church in Bekasi, Indonesia was ordered to close in 2010, so believers met outdoors.
This church in Bekasi, Indonesia was ordered to close in 2010, so believers met outdoors.
Nov. 02, 2017 | Indonesia

Pray for a House Church Being Pressured to Close

[375] prayers in [18] nations have been posted for House Church Members.

A house church in East Java, Indonesia, is being pressured by local authorities and the Islamic group Wahidiyah to stop meeting in a pastor’s home. Although neighbors did not initially object to the house church, some have begun to complain since authorities and the Islamic group publicly criticized the pastor for meeting without a religious permit. The group of about 30 Christians is now meeting in another believer’s home to avoid conflict, and the pastor is scheduled to meet with village administrators and sign a letter agreeing to stop meeting in his home. Pray for the pastor as he interacts with area Islamic and government leaders. Pray that the house church members will stand firm in their faith and share God’s love with others in their community. Pray that they will be able to continue meeting in believers’ homes.

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  • Heavenly Father deliver these believers from unreasonable and wicked men. keep them faithful and establish them and guard them from the evil one. Holy Spirit encourage them to do the things that you have commanded them and direct their hearts into the love of God and the patience of Christ
    Julie C - USA
  • Fear is the enemy. Our Father, let the Members of House Church in East Java fear no more. In the name of Jesus Christ. Amen.
    Maria D - Finland
  • Our Father, please teach the members of the House Church how to serve You in hostile environment. In the name of Jesus Christ. Amen.
    Maria D - Finland
  • Dear Heavenly Father I amen these previous prayers. I commit all of this into Your Hands. And as I have previously prayed let it be so. In Jesus ' Holy Name amen.
    Johnathan K - USA
  • Father I pray for house church members to remain strong and firmly rooted in Christ refusing to give their faith. Please Lord give Pastor wisdom to deal with all his opponents in humble way presenting Christ love. May their eyes be opened as they interact with the Pastor to notice the difference between the two groups and give themselves to Jesus, Amen
    Sipho S - South Africa
  • Father, i pray for the pastor as he interacts with area Islamic and government leaders, that You would give him wisdom and favor as he talks with these leaders. I pray that the house church members will stand firm in their faith and share Your love with others in their community. Lord, allow them to continue meeting in believers' homes.
    Anne S - USA
  • Lord, let your mercy be on Indonesian Christians as they place their trust in you. See, the eyes of the LORD are upon those who fear him,
    upon those who hope for his kindness,
    To deliver them from death. Encourage and strengthen these Christians. Give them wisdom and joy.
    Patrecia J - USA
  • Lord, we pray that this church in East Java, Indonesia, be allowed to stay open in Your name. We pray that the church stand firm in faith and that the pastor have strength as he deals with conflict. We pray that these people be able to meet safely in other believers homes as they continue to praise Your name. In Jesus name, Amen.
    Sandra T - USA
  • We pray Lord that you establish your church in this area and that the light and love of Christ shine into this community and bring hope and peace to this area. Protect this brave pastor and his flock. We come against the powers of evil that would stop them.
    Carol R - USA
  • Heavenly Father, Strengthen Your people to stand firm and not fear the consequences of the enemy. I know that You will show Yourself faithful and make a way out of no way. I pray that they know it too. In Your son Jesus' name I pray, amen.
    Michelle B - USA
  • I pray that You would open the eyes of the church to see the forms that church can take.
    Scott B - 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 don't know what is going on right now in this situation, but you do. I pray for this pastor that you would give him the wisdom and boldness to handle this the way you would have him to. Pour out your Spirit on the village, may those who don't know you have their eyes opened. May your children know you are present with them.
    Polly C - USA
  • Father when people join together in your name you will be there! In jesus name Amen
    Crystal M - USA
  • Father, you see the situation. I pray you would make a way for these believers to be able to continue to meet and worship. Please, open a door. Help these believers to remain faithful and be a witness to those trying to stop them. Speak to the hearts of those who don't know you.
    Polly C - USA
  • Heavenly Father, Raise up champions and give Your body the gifts of the Holy Spirit and the 5-fold ministry to build up Your body. Give wisdom and direction to the Pastor to know what to do and say so that Your people can continue to meet and grow and win the lost thru the preaching of the gospel. Cause Your body to grow in numbers and in Christlikenes
    MARI S - USA
  • Dear LORD,

    I pray that these precious brothers and sisters in Christ will stay strong in the faith and encourage each other. Let them know that we care and are holding them in our hearts.

    In Jesus Name,

    Amen.
    Nancy P - USA
  • Abba Father, we pray that You will indeed make a way where there is no way and allow the church to continue to meet for the purpose of praising and worshiping You and that will enable them to persevere and endure in their walk of faith. Lastly, be with the pastor as he shepherds his flock; keep Your hedge of protection around him, in Jesus' Name.
    Everett T - USA
  • Lord, I praise You that You reign over our authorities. Please change their hearts and give this church a way to keep meeting to build each other up. Please guide church members and strengthen them to live their faith and share Your love boldly. Let them find favor in this community as others observe their courage and compassion; add to their number.
    Chelsea C - Cambodia
  • Father, give the church wisdom to know how to live in these circumstances. May they be able to continue to meet in homes without harassment. May all the members and leaders let Jesus live through them as they interact with unbelievers and may others be drawn to the Savior. Amen.
    Vicki Y - USA
  • Lord, we know this church will go on as YOu have planned, wherever it is, in whomsover's home. Give the pastor wisdom & boldness for next steps. Thank You You have already provided a place for them to worship. May Your hand be over this place as the authorities back down & find other things to do. May Your church grow exponentially in Jesus' name!
    Lisa T - USA
  • Father, I pray for the pastor of this church as he meets with the village administrators. Give him wisdom and discernment. May the church members stand firm in their faith and share your love with others around them. May they be able to continue meeting in believers' homes.
    Darlene E - USA
  • Father, please give this dear pastor Your wisdom and love as he interacts with the government leaders. Please soften the governmental leadership to allow meetings in believer's homes. Help all the Christians meeting to not get scared or discouraged. Help them to show the power of the Gospel in the way live and interact with their neighbors.
    Sue Adams
    Mark A - USA
  • Lord, I pray for the members of this house church in Indonesia who have moved to another home to avoid conflict. I pray for the pastor who must speak to Islamic leaders I pray that you would give him boldness and power and I pray that many people would come to Christ through this pastor and his church. In Jesus name amen
    Nancy G - USA
  • Lord Jesus, I ask you to give this pastor favor and wisdom as he deals with the officials. Show your love through this pastor. Work a miracle for this church and pastor to go forward. Pam - USA
    Pamela F - USA
  • Lord, we ask for wisdom and protection for everyone involved in this situation. Help the pastor be a light to the Islamic leaders as he meets with them. May the good deeds and prayers of these Christians become so powerful that their community welcomes them with open arms and turns to the worship of your great name!
    Brenda M - USA
  • Father, I pray for this pastor as He leads for you in adverse circumstances. May he see your hand at work both in him & through him. It is my hearts Prayer for the pastor as he interacts with area Islamic and government leaders. I Pray that the house church members will stand firm in their faith and share God’s love with others in their community.
    Kate G - USA
  • Lord- lift up these believers-keep them strong-give the pastor wisdom as he meets with officials. I pray they can continue to meet and grow in their faith without harrassment. Amen!
    Colleen S - USA
  • Lord, keep their lips open and their mouths full of praise. Give them joy and a place to meet.
    Margaret D - USA
  • Lord, we lift up our brothers and sisters in East Java. Bless them with faith to trust You for all things. Strengthen their resolve to share Your great gospel. Let the lost wonder why these faithful friends are willing to suffer persecution for Your glory. Open eyes Lord. Amen
    ej L - USA
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