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March 28, 2019

Fourth Large House Church in China Shut Down, Banned

Shouwang Church in Beijing—one of the largest in the city—makes the fourth major underground congregation shut down by the Communist government since September 2018.


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Published on March 28, 2019 10:45

March 25, 2019

A Vital Awakening–Arizona Church Leads a Vision for the Persecuted Church

Above: To deepen their faith, Christian women in Myanmar gather for a “Women of Worth” training supported by Open Doors. Arizona church answers the biblical call to strengthen the worldwide church“I realized that as the Church, we have an obligation to our Christian brothers and sisters—and not just the ones we can see face-to-face.” For […]


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Published on March 25, 2019 16:02

March 24, 2019

Fighting the Gates of Hell: The Hope for Christians in Iraq

As Jandark pleaded for God’s Kingdom, she knew that her city and Christians in Iraq were at the mercy of radicals who wanted to murder God’s people.


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Published on March 24, 2019 09:31

March 20, 2019

The Radical Resurrection Story of the Church in the Middle East

The resurrection of the church in the Middle East offers a tangible expression of a God who has carried His people since day one.


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Published on March 20, 2019 12:52

March 16, 2019

6 Christians Killed, 470 Flee in Congo Attack

Six Christians, including three women and a 9-year-old child, have died in an attack in the largely Christian village of Kalua in the Congo.


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Published on March 16, 2019 23:29

March 13, 2019

11 Christians Killed Every Day for Their Decision to Follow Jesus

In the top 50 most dangerous countries for Christians, a staggering 11 Christians die for their faith each day.


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Published on March 13, 2019 20:59

March 8, 2019

Hidden Wounds—Christians Say Rape Is ‘Common’ Persecution Method Against Women

Around the world, Increasing numbers of Christian women are doubly vulnerability to persecution—for both their faith and their gender.


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Published on March 08, 2019 02:47

March 4, 2019

China Promises Financial Rewards for Reporting Christians

Chinese authorities are now taking steps in rural areas of China to intensify the ongoing crackdown on Christian gatherings often known as house churches. The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) is reportedly resorting to offering monetary rewards to anyone who spies on a neighbor or even family member and reports a group of believers to authorities. […]


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Published on March 04, 2019 17:42

February 25, 2019

For 16 Syrian Believers, Baptism Is a Radical Choice

New believers in Syria offer a powerful picture of the transformation and resolve it takes to follow Jesus in places of high persecution.


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Published on February 25, 2019 11:07

February 19, 2019

One Year Later, Leah Sharibu Remains in Boko Haram Captivity

February 19 marks one full year since Leah Sharibu was abducted. Because she refused to convert to Islam, she remains in captivity.


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Published on February 19, 2019 12:08

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