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Most Christians in Jordan belong to Orthodox or Roman Catholic churches and enjoy a significant level of religious freedom. However, they can face employment discrimination and restrictions against public preaching. Converts from Islam risk beatings, arrest and sometimes death for openly sharing their faith. Christians involved in evangelism or helping converts often face threats and daily obstructions.
Compared to other Middle Eastern countries, Christians in Jordan live in relative security under King Abdallah’s leadership, which tolerates and, to a degree, supports recognised churches. However, the state to some extent monitors Christian communities and can harass unrecognised churches, especially those that evangelise. Despite Jordan’s image as a tolerant nation, radicalised Sunnis and returning jihadists pose a threat to Christians.
What does Open Doors do to help?
Open Doors supports the Church in Jordan through local partners and churches. They provide training, relief and rehabilitation, and conduct research, while also raising prayer support for believers.
Please pray
- Thank God that many Christians are free to worship. Pray that they’ll be a sign of light and hope.
- Pray for converts from Islam whose faith can make them a target for abuse and even attack.
- Ask God to bless the monarchy and help them to see the hope of Jesus through believers’ lives.