*DAILY PRAYER UPDATE OF THE PERSECUTED CHURCH*

*BY PERSECUTION RELIEF*

*THURSDAY, 25 DECEMBER, 2025*

🌟 *CHRISTMAS MESSAGES FROM THE PERSECUTED SAINTS*

As an Ambassador for people in chains, I want to bring Good News to the Church on behalf of our Persecuted brothers and sisters.

*Hope Amidst Hardship*
Many Persecuted saints from Persecuted communities are sharing their Christmas wishes, not with fear, but with hope and quiet resilience.

Hope in Jesus during hardship is born from the deep belief that God has a purpose even in suffering. Through pain, faith is refined, hearts grow stronger, and intimacy with Him deepens. Scripture assures us that even in the darkest moments, we are never alone. God’s love remains constant, and His redemption is always present.

*Joy in Adversity*
Many of our children- whose parents have been in jail or remain imprisoned for their faith- are expressing an extraordinary joy that touches our hearts deeply.

Ancy, whose parents were in jail for a long time, shared these words:
“I feel so privileged and honoured that at a young age, God gave me the opportunity to go through trials. I love ❤️ my Jesus to the core.”

Such testimonies reveal the strength of faith planted early. Despite unimaginable sorrow, these children and countless persecuted saints continue to stand firm, reflecting courage, joy, and spiritual strength that can only come from Christ.

*Faith in Danger*
Across many states, Christmas celebrations are being stopped and hindered. In several North Indian states, celebrating Christmas has become dangerous, and we have already recorded around 15 such cases.

For many believers, this is a muted Christmas. Yet in their hearts, there is rejoicing- because the Saviour they worship is still alive. Many gather privately to celebrate their faith. Their desire to sing, pray, and rejoice, even in secret, powerfully reflects their unwavering spirit.

*A Call to Remember*
This Christmas, it is essential that we intentionally remember those who face Persecution for their beliefs. Churches should make it mandatory to remember all Persecuted saints during weekly and Sunday worship services throughout 2026—lifting them up in prayer and standing with them in unity.

As we celebrate Christmas, let us pause and reflect on the messages of hope, joy, and resilience coming from our Persecuted brothers and sisters. Their faith challenges us, inspires us, and calls us to stand in solidarity with them, not just during Christmas, but every day.

On behalf of the Persecuted Saints in India 🇮🇳
*Shibu Thomas*
Founder, Persecution Relief
📞 WhatsApp: +91 99932 00020*

🌟 *PERSECUTION NEWS FROM MEDIA*

1. *Balod district [Chhattisgarh] closed in protest against religious conversions*

https://www.bhaskar.com/amp/local/chhattisgarh/balod/news/balod-district-remains-closed-in-protest-against-religious-conversion-136758751.html

2. *Gaurela Pendra Marwahi district [Chhattisgarh] closed in protest against religious conversion*

https://www.bhaskar.com/amp/local/chhattisgarh/gaurela/news/gaurela-pendra-marwahi-district-closed-in-protest-against-religious-conversion-136757977.html

🌟 *⚖ COURT HEARING UPDATES*

1. The case hearing of *Anugrah Joy, Sumit John and Roshan Nishad from Ayodhya District, Uttar Pradesh State*, scheduled on 24/12/2025 is adjourned to 05/02/2026. In the previous hearing the main complainant has given her statement in their favor. They were charged under sections 3 & 5 (1) of the Uttar Pradesh Prohibition of Unlawful Conversion of Religion Act 2021, and section 351. Church, continue praying earnestly that everyone will be acquitted from all the false allegations.

2. The case hearing of *Pastor Joshua, sister Kiran and Asmit from Shahjahanpur District of Uttar Pradesh State* scheduled on 24/12/2025 got adjourned to 22/01/2026. They were charged under Sections 3 and 5(1) of the Uttar Pradesh Prohibition of Unlawful Conversion of Religion Act, 2021. Church, continue to pray.

-1 & 2 as informed to Persecution Relief

🌟 *📖 PERSECUTION RELIEF DAILY BIBLE READING PORTION ON PERSECUTION:*

▪Job Chapter 34,35
▪Haggai 1,2
▪Psalms Chapter 144

*SUPPORT & HELP FOR THE PERSECUTED*

*BASIC NEEDS ASSISTANCE*

If you know of any families of the Persecuted saints, who need any basic necessities, please contact us at +91 9993200020.

*SHELTER FOR PERSECUTED CHRISTIANS*

If you are a Persecuted Christian in need of a place of shelter, we are willing to make necessary arrangements.

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*LEGAL COUNSEL & IMMEDIATE HELP*

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📞 1800-1234-461

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