Faith
Christians Face Discrimination in Pakistan’s Prisons
Faith Facts
- Christian prisoners in Pakistan endure severe discrimination and abuse due to their faith.
- Minority inmates are denied prison sentence remissions granted to Muslim inmates for religious activities.
- The National Commission for Justice and Peace calls for equal treatment and protection for all prisoners, urging reforms to end religious bias.
Christians and other minority prisoners in Pakistan are unjustly targeted for their beliefs and subjected to harmful conditions and humiliation, the “Hope Behind Bars” report by the National Commission for Justice and Peace reveals. These inmates are often labeled as “untouchables,” given degrading work, and excluded from vital prison benefits, all because of their faith.
Those accused under blasphemy laws or religiously-motivated charges particularly suffer, facing frequent hostility from authorities and fellow inmates. The report describes Christians being provided with inadequate resources and forced into unsanitary, dangerous conditions, with prison authorities deliberately neglecting their needs.
“For nearly three months, our whereabouts remained undisclosed to anyone. During detention, we were forced to drink water from Lotas [vessels typically used in toilets]. One person would open their mouth while another poured water through the same vessel.”
The study documents that when Christian or Hindu inmates’ identities become known, they are assigned menial labor and denied the sentence remissions given to Muslims. In Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, nearly two thousand Muslim prisoners received remissions for reciting the Quran and fasting, but minority inmates were excluded from such benefits.
Although prison rules theoretically allow similar reductions for studying the Bible or Geeta, these benefits are not implemented for Christian, Hindu, or Sikh prisoners. Authorities have failed to approve syllabi or properly apply these laws, leaving faithful minority prisoners at an ongoing disadvantage despite the law’s intent.
As of March, over 1,500 minority inmates were counted in Punjab correctional facilities, with the numbers rising over the previous year. Other provinces show similarly troubling statistics, evidencing the ongoing struggle for Christians to practice their faith without fear and injustice, even behind bars.
The NCJP urges the Pakistani government to uphold the dignity of every inmate, safeguard religious freedom, and end discriminatory practices—reminding us all that every soul deserves respect, justice, and the hope of redemption.
Let us lift up those persecuted for their faith, praying for justice, mercy, and freedom in accordance with Christ’s command to love and uphold our neighbors. May these reports awaken our hearts to advocate for Christian brothers and sisters around the world.
Faith Facts
- Professional wrestler Samoa Joe has publicly encouraged Christians to give a portion of their income to the local church.
- Joe described his decision to tithe as one of his “greatest decisions.”
- The call to tithe reflects the biblical principle of returning the firstfruits of one’s labor to God.
Professional wrestler Samoa Joe is using his platform to point believers toward faithful giving. He recently shared that his commitment to tithing remains one of the most important choices he has made.
Joe described the practice as both a spiritual discipline and a source of blessing in his life. His public encouragement comes at a time when many families are weighing how to honor God with their finances amid rising costs and economic uncertainty.
“One of my greatest decisions was to tithe,”
The wrestler’s testimony underscores the biblical call found in Malachi 3:10, where God invites His people to bring the whole tithe into the storehouse. For Christian audiences, Joe’s words serve as a reminder that generosity is not limited to pastors or ministry professionals.
His straightforward challenge to tithe resonates with believers who see financial stewardship as an act of worship rather than mere obligation. In an industry often marked by self-promotion, Joe’s public stand for biblical giving offers a refreshing counter-example.
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Faith Facts
- Church schools are receiving new Christian reflection resources tied to Winnie-the-Pooh’s 100th anniversary.
- The materials connect the beloved stories to traditional Christian values for classroom use.
- The initiative encourages educators to highlight faith, family, and moral lessons through classic children’s literature.
Church schools across the country are being offered fresh teaching materials that weave Christian principles into the timeless tales of Winnie-the-Pooh. The resources were developed to mark the 100th anniversary of A.A. Milne’s beloved character and to help teachers guide students toward biblical values.
The materials invite students to examine themes such as kindness, loyalty, and humility as demonstrated by the gentle bear and his friends in the Hundred Acre Wood. Educators are encouraged to use the stories as springboards for conversations about compassion and community.
Organizers hope the centenary will remind families of the lasting influence of wholesome literature on young hearts and minds. Parents and teachers alike are urged to see the project as an opportunity to reinforce moral foundations at home and in the classroom.
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Faith Facts
- Children in Nigeria are encountering the gospel through a new animated film called Light of the World.
- The film presents the life of Jesus in a simple setting with cinder-block walls and a metal roof.
- Ministry leaders report that the children watching the film had a memorable and lasting encounter with the story of Christ.
In a simple room in Nigeria, children sat on a dirt floor watching the story of Jesus unfold on a screen.
The room had cinder-block walls and a metal roof.
There was nothing elaborate about the setting.
But as the children watched Light of the World, an animation retelling the life of Jesus, something happened that the ministry behind the film says it will not forget.
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