THE #23 PLACE WHERE CHRISTIAN PERSECUTION IS WORST The influence of Sharia (Islamic) law is making life difficult in Malaysia. Converting to Christianity is illegal for Malay Muslims. They can be monitored, harassed and some just disappear. If their new faith is discovered, they could be sent to an Islamic purification centre – a camp where they are pressured to deny Jesus. Christians are often denied access to water and electricity, and sometimes they have to fulfil more requirements to get an education.

PRAY FOR OUR PERSECUTED FAMILY Pray for the release of Pastor Raymond who was abducted last year. Also pray for comfort for his family. Pray that the secret believers in Malaysia will be able to meet together and that the Holy Spirit will strengthen them to remain faithful to Jesus. Pray that the Christians from rural tribes won’t convert to Islam for financial support. Pray that they will trust Jesus wholeheartedly.