There may be freedom in the futures of Marzieh Esmaeilabad and Maryam Rustampoor, two Iranian Christians who I mentioned to you earlier this month. But prayers are still very much needed for their release from an Iranian prison and for safety from future persecution because of their Christian faith.Here's the latest.
Two young Christian women who faced execution or at least life imprisonment in Iran for converting from Islam to Christianity were to be released as early as Tuesday, November 17, after international pressure and prayers, their representatives told BosNewsLife.
Elam Ministries, a group founded by senior Iranian church leaders, said Marzieh Amirizadeh Esmaeilabad, 30, and Maryam Rustampoor, 27, were told over the weekend they would be freed following some 257 days imprisonment in one of Tehran's most notorious prisons.
There release was already expected Monday November 16, but other Christians cautioned it may take a little bit longer due to bureaucratic procedures. "We understand after their release they might have to attend court hearings," cautioned Elam Ministries in a statement. However, "We are rejoicing at the prospect of their release but would ask you to pray for their full and unconditional release, and for their safety and quick recovery."
