They risk their lives in the most dangerous country in the world to follow Jesus. North Korean Christians suffer unspeakable persecution under the cruel regime where the Bible is banned and Christianity is illegal. Some people dare to escape through China. But if they are found, China forcibly returns them. If they are Christian, they … Read more
“If this be so, our God whom we serve is able to deliver us from the burning fiery furnace, and he will deliver us out of your hand, O king. But if not, be it known to you, O king, that we will not serve your gods or worship the golden image that you have … Read more
In Nigeria, Christians make up half of the population. Yet Islamist groups have vowed to destroy Christians and impose Sharia (Islamic law) on the country. In 2022, more than 5,000 Christians were brutally killed in Nigeria. This is more than all other countries combined. Nearly every week, if not more, Christians are attacked. Many families … Read more
Dear Friend, Manosh lives in a garden under the peering eyes of hostile neighbors who are trying to force him to fall away from Christ. His neighbors stole his livelihood. They threaten anyone who visits him. They want him to leave Jesus and return to Buddhism. I met Manosh and other Christians in Sri Lanka. … Read more
Thank you! In December, we asked you to pray and encourage the Mayflower Church. These Christian families – over 60 members – escaped China together. Like the Pilgrims aboard the Mayflower, they left everything in search of a place to freely follow Jesus. When I met them in October, they were living in hiding. Denied … Read more
“Are not five sparrows sold for two pennies? And not one of them is forgotten before God … Fear not; you are of more value than many sparrows.” Luke 12:6-7 In Pakistan, poor Christian girls can be considered worthless. And they are being stolen. This peril is impacting our ministry partner. She runs a training … Read more
Dear Friend, In a remote region of Bangladesh, a tiny church is under attack by their Buddhist community. The women and children were viciously beaten. The men face relentless death threats. Their church was demolished. They are not allowed to farm or find work. And it may get worse. A young man, Chakma, said, “Now … Read more
Dear Friend, Our school faced a big test. Ultimately, it is a test of what we teach. Will we trust in God and step up during trials to help the persecuted? Victory Bible Academy is a school for persecuted Christians. Our students fled Burma’s violent war on its own people. They grew up under a … Read more
Dear Friend of the Persecuted Church, This Christmas, there are little children who are hiding. They are not playing hide-and-seek. They are hiding from angry forces intent on snuffing out the light of Christ in this world. It is hard to imagine especially as we celebrate Jesus coming to us as a baby. Yet right … Read more
Dear Friend: Can you imagine what happens to North Koreans after they escape from the evil regime? Getting out of the country is only the beginning of their challenges. On a recent trip to Asia, I met with several of our partners who rescue the persecuted. They explained the real-world problems, and unique ways for … Read more