Today, our team received an update from Elam, a ministry that serves the growing Christian church in Iran.

After seven months in captivity, Maryam and Marzieh continue to maintain that they will not deny their faith.

In an interview with the Voice of America Persian News Network, their lawyer said: “My clients are not prepared to lie about their faith under any condition.”

The women continue to struggle with their health. On October 4, Maryam began to suffer from severe food poisoning, and after much insistence, was eventually given medical attention.

The testimony of these two Christians continues to spread across the world. Their unwavering faith has challenged countless believers. Because of Maryam and Marzieh’s example, many Iranian Christians have become even more courageous as they follow Jesus in a hostile environment.

Maryam and Marzieh are aware that Christians all over the world are praying for them. They are encouraged to realize they have not been forgotten, and they have a message for you:

“Thank you for praying for us. We are humbled and strengthened by your prayers and we are determined to remain faithful to Jesus even unto death.”