A combination of nationalism and Islam dominates society.

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A combination of nationalism and Islam dominates society. THE #31 PLACE WHERE CHRISTIAN PERSECUTION IS WORST A combination of nationalism and Islam dominates society. While the government doesn’t persecute Christians directly, it enforces a culture that does. Converting is not illegal, but does have consequences. New believers can be forced into divorce and may also lose their inheritance. They often practise their faith in secret.

PRAY FOR OUR PERSECUTED FAMILY Pray that the Church will continue to have great hope in Jesus, despite growing Islamic extremism. Pray that the faithfulness of persecuted believers in Turkey will lead many to Christ. Pray for Muslims and Christians to build bridges of friendship with one another.