This established church was closed after Muslims complained. Though Christianity is legal, Muslim groups have a lot of influence.
This established church was closed after Muslims complained. Though Christianity is legal, Muslim groups have a lot of influence.
Apr. 07, 2017 | Indonesia

Pray for the Santa Clara Church, Opposed by Local Muslims

[417] prayers in [28] nations have been posted for Church.

On March 7, hundreds of Muslims converged on the construction site of a new church in Bekasi, Indonesia, removing a sign announcing the church’s construction before lodging a complaint with the town mayor. The Santa Clara Church finally received its building permit after completing a lengthy, burdensome process of gaining the city’s approval for the new church building. After gathering at the construction site on March 7, the Muslims used loudspeakers to protest the local authorities who had approved the new church in their neighborhood. Please pray that the local government will treat minority Christians fairly and not give in to demands from hard-line Muslims.

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  • King Jesus Lord of the Universe, I implore dear father for Devine intervention in the building for the church in Santa Clara let notman prevail, fight for your people , it is Satan desire. To wreck your plan on planet. Earth,But let Not enemy prevail, we over over come him by the blood of the crucify lamb you gave us the victory over our ememies
    Joyce D - United Kingdom
  • Dear Heavenly Father I amen these previous prayers a year ago. Thank You that Your Church still stands upon the Rock You have built upon. Thank You their hearts are united. Your Light shines upon them and Your Hedge of Protection remains. They shine throughout the entire region! You provide them with Bibles. In Jesus' Powerful Name Above All amen.
    Johnathan K - USA
  • Our Father, please give Your heavenly wisdom to these local goverment officials to treat Christians fairly. Please help all people to dwell in with each others. You cteate us all please teach us to treat each other fairly as well. In the name of Jesus Christ. Amen.
    Maria D - Finland
  • Our heavenly Father we praise You for giving this church in Bekasi wisdom and courage to do what is right. We ask for a hedge of protection on them along with angels from heaven to encourage and minister to them. In the name of Jesus. Amen.
    Gary F - USA
  • Holy Father, visit these believers with the gifts of hope, courage and strength as they hold on to you and your word. Make a way for them to practice their faith in peace. Still the voices of the enemy in their midst.
    Kathleen R - USA
  • Heavenly Father, may the local governments throughout Indonesia treat Christians fairly & not give in to demands from hard-line Muslims; please protect the local authorities from these protests & demands; may Your Word be proclaimed; may true worshipers "worship the Father in the Spirit & in truth" that others may hear the Gospel. In Jesus' name, Amen
    Carol S - USA
  • Lord,Satan is a bully; let his spirit of intimidation fail in Santa Clara. Grant success & favor to the efforts of this congregation. Help them to continue the ministry of the gospel & salt & light to their community with or without a church building. Let many people realize Your church is a living body & not of this world, already victorious in Jesus!
    Jane G - USA
  • Father, after the construction of the church and its ensuing closing, we ask You to strengthen Your people in Bekasi. Grant them wisdom to know how to live for You in this hostile world which is not our home. May they walk in integrity, power, faith, and forgiveness. Provide them a place to worship You in a way that will reflect who You really are.
    Antoinette D - USA
  • Dear Lord, I pray for healing and provision 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
  • Dear FATHER GOD JESUS CHRIST, ( Isaiah 9:6 ) 
              Please saturate Your Church with Your HOLY SPIRIT, AMEN. (Luke 11:13 )
    eric H - USA
  • Father, please allow this church to be built. Please help the Christians be treated fairly. Amen.
    Lauren M - USA
  • Dear Father, I ask Your hand of protection over the construction of this new building. I pray Lord that You would provide for the building of this church and show Your mighty hand over it. I pray that You would give courage and boldness to those who are in the process of building and that You would sustain those who are laboring over Your temple.
    Joy H - USA
  • FATHER GOD,
    Please give these precious Believers favor , and surround them with YOUR Mighty angels . Comfort them, letting them know that YOU are with them! Spread YOUR HOLY LIGHT in this very dark area. Convict souls being used by the enemy, and send millions of Soul Winners to this region. IN JESUS' NAME , AMEN !!
    Doris G - USA
  • Dear Father Jehovah come before you in faith and offer a prayer for the a saint Clara church, you know their needs you their desire for serving you and doing they will. Gather no weapons formed against them shall prosper. May the congregation and family be blessed by you and made safe by you so they can thrive and deliver your Word to the many Amen
    Carol L - United Kingdom
  • Lord, it seems like the odds, so often, are stacked against us but we know that You are in complete control over every circumstance. We pray that this church will be built so that our brothers and sisters can worship joyfully and peacefully.
    Michael M - USA
  • Father, thank you for giving the leaders the bravery to give the church a permit. I ask that you continue to give them the courage to stand against the hard-line Muslims. Please give the church family continued strength in You as they will most likely face further persecution. In Jesus name, Amen.
    Jason H - USA
  • Dear Lord, we pray for Indonesia, it's parliaments and all leaders that they would come to know you enabling all Christians to be treated fairly. Please bring forth in your name the construction of this Church. In Jesus mighty and powerful name. Amen.
    Linda R - Australia
  • Let freedom reign in Indonsesia, Lord. Put great conviction on the Indonesian government to abide by the rule of law and not by the whims of men. May those who oppose Christ see him through this church, repent and be saved
    JM B - USA
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    Carla M - USA
  • Almighty SAvior, I ask you to keep these Christians safe and give them strength and courage to witness about you Jesus. Stop the Muslims from hurting this church and people. Save their souls across Indonesia I pray. Pam F - USA
    Pamela F - USA
  • O God, You who rule in the affairs of men; rule in this affair; i pray that the local government would treat minority Christians fairly and not give in to demands from hard-line Muslims. Help the Christians in Bekasi Indonesia trust in You and not be afraid. Give them grace not to compromise, but to stand boldly for the truth in love. Amen.
    Anne S - USA
  • Father I pray that you would protect your people in this dangerous place where they are persecuted for loving you! I pray you would put a hedge of protection upon them while they worship you! Provide for them and meet their needs Lord I ask and pray in the name of your Son Jesus Christ!
    Amy R - USA
  • Lord, let You justice prevail. Let the Muslim people be silenced. Let You church be built in Bekasi and lead many to Your salvation through Christ. Bless those who work tirelessly on the behalf of the lost. Amen
    ej L - USA
  • Father, protect your children & allow them to proceed with the construction of their new church. Give them your anointing to show the love of Christ to the Muslims opposing them. Convict the government to treat the Christian's fairly. Give your children favor with God & man, Amen.
    Donna S - USA
  • Heavenly Father, to pray is for us to stand alongside our brothers and sisters , of the persecuted Church. We grieve with them and for them. We beseech You to cause this Church to be set free, to be granted undisturbed freedom to build. We also pray peace for the Church family, and Your grace upon those who wrongly interfered. Amen!
    Graham L - Canada
  • FATHER GOD,
    Please give these precious Believers favor , and surround them with YOUR Mighty angels . Comfort them, letting them know that YOU are with them! Spread YOUR HOLY LIGHT in this very dark area. Convict souls being used by the enemy, and send millions of Soul Winners to this region. IN JESUS' NAME , AMEN !!
    Doris G - USA
  • We do ask, Father, that you will intervene mightily in this situation and bring peace. Protect this congregation from despair and use them as a light in such a dark region.
    Brenda M - USA
  • We pray, LORD, that the authorities - both at the local and national level - will treat minority Christians fairly and allow the construction of their church. We pray also that You touch the hearts of those who are demonstrating against the Christians so that they will come to know and accept Jesus Christ as Lord. Amen.
    Everett T - USA
  • Father, I continue to ask that the government of Bekasi will treat the Santa Clara Church with fairness and justice and protect them, not submitting to demands from demanding Muslims. May Your Spirit bring peace to this town as they construct and tell of the Prince of Peace Who alone gives true peace to every heart seeking Him.
    Gail M - USA
  • Father God, I thank you for the Santa Clara Church and for the permission provided by the local authorities. Please work in the hearts of the hard-line muslims and help them to understand the true gospel. Increase the faith of the Christians and give them strength and courage to stand firm in faith even among difficulties. Let your hand be with them.
    David A - USA
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