Islamic extremism is on the rise and Christians are being targeted.
bottom“No matter what happens in my life, I can’t leave Jesus.”
– Islém*, a believer from North Africa
The growing influence of Islamic extremism has increased hostility towards Christians. Believers who publicly profess their faith face job insecurity, and are often isolated from their friends, family, and community. Violence has increased in the last year, as well as attacks on Christian properties.
Though some churches operate freely, they often face difficulties, particularly when hiring staff or publishing and distributing Christian texts.
Converts from Islam are harassed, attacked, lose their inheritance and are even locked in houses by their families. To leave Islam is viewed as a betrayal and a dishonour to family and relatives, who will do anything to bring the believer back to their former faith. Many Christians choose to keep their faith a secret.
Muslim spouses threaten to divorce Christians and take their children away. Christians are also not likely to be treated equally in court, particularly when it comes to issues involving family law.
– Many Tunisian Christians practise their faith alone. Pray they find fruitful fellowship.
– Pray that God will reach the hearts of persecutors and bring them to know Him.
– Pray that those who leave Islam to follow Jesus will withstand the pressure to return to their former religion.
