Anti-Christian extremists burned down several homes of Christians in Bangladesh earlier this week. Most people in Bangladesh live in simple structures like the one shown here.

BANGLADESH (ANS) -- A Gospel for Asia supported missionary and several Christian families are homeless after anti-Christian extremists burned down their homes earlier this week. The attacks occurred in Bangladesh near the border with India.

Missionary Iqbal Hasan is the pastor of a church in this area.

The homes were completely destroyed, and the Christians could not salvage any of their belongings.

Gospel for Asia ministry leaders are providing for the immediate needs of the affected Christians, and they will help them rebuild once it becomes safe to do so.

In the meantime, they request prayer for comfort and for God’s provision. Also pray for those who are persecuting these believers to come to know Him.

·                             Bangladesh used to be part of India. Read about this country's history here.