Four different churches in Tajikistan received huge fines for planning to create a new Tajik translation of the Bible after receiving feedback that the current available translations in the local language uses archaic words and sometimes the translation is unclear. They were fined between $1,000 and $1,500 CAD, amounts equivalent to the combined monthly average salaries of 5 to 8 Tajik labourers.
Pray that God will provide more than enough finances and resources for these churches to pay the fines, continue their ministry and proceed with the translation so that many more locals will be able to read and understand the Word of God.
Pray that church leaders will be anointed with wisdom to overcome the many challenges imposed on them. May they be empowered by the Holy Spirit to be His witnesses in the community. May the gospel message convict many of their sin, leading them to repentance and salvation in Christ.
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