Turkmenistan & Christian Persecution

QUICK FACTS

Leader: President Gurbanguly Berdymukhamedov
Government: One-party state

Population: 5.3 million (94,700 Christians)
Main Religion: Islam

Persecution Level: Severe
Source of persecution: Dictatorial paranoia/Islamic extremism

OVERVIEW OF TURKMENISTAN

The regime of President Gurbanguly Berdymukhamedov continues to restrict the freedom of religion, and Christian converts from a Muslim background are facing many problems from their family, friends and community. The uncertain economic prospects, the fear of an influx of Islamic jihadists and the almost total state control will remain important factors in the future. In the past year, the oppression of Christians has been constant.

PRAYER POINTS

For Muslim Background Believers who have hardly any freedom to practice their faith
That the Holy Spirit will soften the hearts of the Turkmen government towards Christians, so that they will be receptive to the gospel
That radio broadcasts and biblical materials will be made available to believers without government intervention