Life in this predominantly Muslim country is difficult and the influence of Islam is great. Religious freedom is protected in the constitution, but the fear of militant Islamic groups provides the government with an excuse to closely monitor religious practice in the country. Though ninety percent profess to be Muslim, the majority are more influenced by superstition and Zoroastrianism than by Islam.

Christians make up around four percent of the population with most being from European descent. There is very little Christian literature available, particularly in the Tajik language. Proselytism is not illegal, but authorities work to prevent any activity which might cause religious tension. Action has been taken against some house churches, even though they are specifically allowed in the religion law. In 2000 a decree was issued that private homes are for housing only. This was to prevent houses from being converted to bars and restaurants. However, this decree has been used against house churches, including an evangelical church in Chkalovsk in northern Tajikistan in 2002. In July 2003, a Baptist in Khudzhand in northern Tajikistan, Andrei Reimer, was fined for conducting religious meetings in a courtyard and for "talking to passers-by about God." Street meetings are not banned by law.

• Pray that God will provide for the physical needs of the people of Tajikistan.
• Pray that freedom of religion will be enforced by the government.
• Pray for opportunities for Christians to share the Gospel of Christ with their Muslim neighbours.