Source(s): Forum 18, Church in Chains, Word Watch Monitor
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Pastor Bakhrom Kholmatov and his wife (undated image). Photo: World Watch Monitor
In April 2017, Pastor Bakhrom Kholmatov was arrested and charged with "singing extremist songs in church and so inciting religious hatred." In July of that year, he had been sentenced to three years in prison (read more). We are thankful to report that Pastor Bakhrom was released on December 17th, more than three months early.
During a recent interview, Pastor Bakhrom acknowledged the importance of prayer: "All these three years, I felt your prayers. They helped me to stand, they helped my precious wife and children, and they helped the members of my church...."
Praise God for this timely release! Continue to pray for Pastor Bakhrom and his family, as they adjust to the blessed new reality of being together again. Continue to prayerfully lift up the ongoing ministry of the Gospel in this nation. And let us join with Pastor Bakhrom and his loved ones in singing praises to God this Christmas season.
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Pray that Tajikistan’s youth will be allowed to participate in Christian summer camp programs. Photo: VOMC Ministry Partner
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Pastor Bakhrom Kholmatov and his wife (undated image). Photo: World Watch Monitor
In April 2017, Pastor Bakhrom Kholmatov was arrested and charged with "singing extremist songs in church and so inciting religious hatred." In July of that year, he had been sentenced to three years in prison (read mo
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