Many Christians in Nepal are living the reality of Jesus’ words in the Sermon on the Mount:
“Blessed are you when people insult you, persecute you and falsely say all kinds of evil against you because of me.” (Matthew 5:11)
Christians face increasing opposition, restrictions and discrimination – sometimes even public shaming.
Oman, a church leader in Nepal, was confronted by an angry mob after church one day:
“…300 people came with the intent of beating me and smearing me with ink…”
In Oman’s culture, throwing or smearing black ink on someone is meant to publicly humiliate them – it is the ultimate mark of an outsider.
Oman can’t face this pressure alone – nor should he have to. Today, will you support brothers and sisters like Oman, who are paying a high price for being a Christian?
What do Christians in Nepal need?
Two things help Oman and others like him stay strong in their faith: leadership training and pastoral support. You can make sure he and others continue to keep their faith alive, despite increasing opposition.
Oman says:
“The Bible says that if you want to be a disciple, there’s a cost involved. Sometimes there might be doubt, but I recognise that God is there in the midst of these things. Jesus is alive. He will never give up. I also will not give up.”
Will you join Oman in not giving up?
Your gift today could:
- Encourage people like Oman who are paying a high price for their faith
- Equip leaders to make disciples where there is immense pressure to give up
- Provide essential training for hundreds of pastors around the world
Church resources: Let’s pray for Nepal
Christians in Nepal are paying a high price for their faith, and the pressure to give up is growing all the time. CMS partners are providing essential training and support for Christians at the edges in several locations around the world, but there is still much more to do. Your church can support this work through prayer as well as giving.
To help your church join in with praying for Nepal, explore our church resources below.
Please also consider taking up a collection to support brothers and sisters who are facing immense pressure – in Nepal, across Asia and beyond.
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“Blessed are you when people insult you, persecute you and falsely say all kinds of evil against you because of me.”
Matthew 5:11
