Tajikistan

Praise Points

Lord, we thank You for bringing peace to Tajikistan after years of civil war. Thank You for preserving the land and opening doors for hope and recovery. Psalm 85:8–9 – “I will listen to what God the Lord says; He promises peace to His people, His faithful servants—but let them not turn to folly.”

Thank You, Father, for the small but steadfast Christian community serving You faithfully despite fear and persecution. Romans 11:5 – “So too, at the present time there is a remnant chosen by grace.”

God, we thank You for Believers from different denominations who have chosen to work together in love to serve the poor and share Your Word. Colossians 3:14 – “And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity.”

Prayer Points

Lord, protect Christians from extremists and authorities who seek to silence the Church. Let justice and truth prevail in this land. Psalm 37:28 – “For the Lord loves the just and will not forsake His faithful ones.”

Father, have mercy on young Christian women facing forced marriages or abduction. Deliver them, and let them find freedom and refuge in You. Isaiah 49:25 – “I will contend with those who contend with you, and your children I will save.”

God, give believers courage to remain in Tajikistan as Your witnesses instead of fleeing. Strengthen their faith to rebuild Your Church. 2 Timothy 1:8 – “Do not be ashamed of the testimony about our Lord… but join with me in suffering for the gospel, by the power of God.”

A Call to Salvation

Holy Spirit, raise a new generation of bold Christian teenagers who love Your Word, walk in purity, and bring others to Christ. Daniel 11:32 – “But the people who know their God shall stand firm and take action.”

Lord, help parents to teach their children faith at home and to live as examples of love, forgiveness, and perseverance. Joshua 24:15 – “As for me and my household, we will serve the Lord.”

Father, pour out Your Spirit on all believers in Tajikistan. Unite Orthodox and Protestant Christians in love and empower them to shine together. Zechariah 4:6 – “Not by might nor by power, but by my Spirit, says the Lord Almighty.”

Tajikistan, a mountainous landlocked country in Central Asia, traces its history back to ancient Persian civilizations. It became part of mighty empires such as the Samanids, Mongols, and Russians. It endured a brutal civil war that left deep scars on its people since independence. The Tajik culture is rich in Persian poetry, traditional music, and family-centered values. Still, it is also profoundly influenced by Islam, which dominates nearly every aspect of social and political life.

Christianity first came to the region through Nestorian missionaries around the 7th century and later through Russian Orthodox priests and Protestant missionaries during the 19th and 20th centuries. These early Christian pioneers helped establish small churches and spread the Gospel along the Silk Road routes.

Today, Tajikistan’s Christian teenagers face increasing struggles in a society where being Christian—especially for those from Muslim backgrounds—can mean social rejection, family expulsion, and pressure to reconvert. Young Christian girls often face forced marriages or bride kidnappings as tools to suppress conversions. The Church is under threat due to legal restrictions on worship, harassment by authorities, hostility from religious extremists, and inter-church division between Orthodox and Protestant communities.

Many Christian Believers have emigrated for safety and better opportunities, leading to a dwindling Christian presence. To prevent Christianity from diminishing, Tajik Christian Believers must strengthen their biblical unity (Ephesians 4:3), persevere in faith under persecution (Hebrews 10:36), and prioritize discipleship within families (Deuteronomy 6:6–7). The Church in Tajikistan must rise with forgiveness, courage, and love, refusing to let fear silence the witness of Christ.