Yasin Mousavi, a Christian in Iran, has just received a 15-year prison sentence for his ministry.

He was arrested on Christmas Eve 2023 in his home city, Izeh, then held in detention for four months before being released on bail in April. During his detention, Yasin endured 20 days of solitary confinement.

Now, Yasin and a group of other believers have been handed harsh sentences by the Ahvaz Revolutionary Court. The charges relate to their Christian activities, which are deemed to threaten the security of the state, despite the group simply wishing to peaceably practice their faith.

Lawyers representing the group are preparing to appeal. It is unclear when the appeal will be heard; in some cases, it can take many months. Yasin is not incarcerated while he waits.

We are deeply concerned for Yasin, the others, and for their loved ones.

Please join us in praying for the following:

• For dedication, skill, and insight for the lawyers as they prepare to appeal

• For God to be softening the heart of the judge at the appellate court

• For the comfort, peace and hope of the Lord to surround Yasin and the others

You may like to join us in praying Psalm 23 for Yasin and the others:

“Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.” Psalm 23:4