February 2024 Persecution Magazine

Seeking
Salvation
Afghan Refugees Find Christ Amid Uncertainty
By ICC’s South Asia Regional Team
In the aftermath of the Taliban’s resurgence in
Afghanistan, Afghan Christians seeking refuge in
neighboring Pakistan have few choices.
Pakistan was not equipped to manage a refugee crisis, but
thousands crossed the border after the takeover. Many
Afghans fled to Pakistan without visas, passports, and
other identification. Once Afghan Christians step foot in
Pakistan, however, their journeys are far from over.
Sardar and his Christian family initially had difficulty getting
into Pakistan after the Taliban takeover. He was abducted
by the Taliban en route to the border and held until his
family could pay a ransom. They managed to scrape the
money together, devastating them financially.
Once in Pakistan, Sardar and his family were not well
received. Like nearly all refugees, they faced hunger and
poor living conditions. With no means of work, they were
at the mercy of Pakistan’s refugee system.
Please pray for Afghan Christians:
1.
For all Afghans to put their trust in Jesus.
2. That new believers cultivate a lifelong relationship with Christ.
3. For the security of our staff and those we serve.
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