As we prepare for Sunday’s International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church, let’s lift up our brothers and sisters facing extreme violence, persecution and hunger in Sudan, ranked #5 on Open Doors’ World Watchlist of most dangerous countries in the world for Christians to live. At least 100 churches have been damaged or destroyedContinue reading “Sudan: #5 Most Dangerous Nation for Christians”
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Eritrea: #6 Most Dangerous Nation for Christians
As we prepare for this Sunday’s International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church, let’s lift up our brothers and sisters facing extreme violence, persecution and hunger in Eritrea, ranked #6 on Open Doors’ World Watchlist of most dangerous countries in the world for Christians to live. A few months ago, Eritrean police raided aContinue reading “Eritrea: #6 Most Dangerous Nation for Christians”
Pakistan Floods Kill Hundreds
Flash floods in Pakistan have killed more than 340 people in just a few days, including at least 60 in the Himalayas, where landslides and floodwaters washed away a village. Since June 26, nearly 600 have died this monsoon season. Lord, please rescue those who are in danger and provide for the needs of thoseContinue reading “Pakistan Floods Kill Hundreds”
Persecution News from India
Several states in India have passed anti-conversion laws, and Christians are suffering greatly. Hindu extremists have busted down church doors and assaulted worshippers in the midst of services, and when the police show up, it is not the violent attackers who are arrested, but the pastors and Christians. In some parts of India, believers mustContinue reading “Persecution News from India”
Churches Destroyed by Muslim Forces in Sudan
At least 100 churches have been damaged or destroyed in Sudan since the start of the brutal war between the Sudanese Armed Forces and Rapid Support Forces in 2023. Such violent assaults on Christians by both warring sides, as well as other Islamic extremists, ranks the 92% Muslim nation in North Africa among the top five mostContinue reading “Churches Destroyed by Muslim Forces in Sudan”
Worldwide Persecution Trends
Join us for 30 Days of Prayer for Global Awakening, March 1-30. Order the war room prayer book for screen-free quiet times, or join the Prayer Wall by entering your email below, and receive the daily posts in your inbox each morning. Open Doors’ World Watchlist reports 4,476 Christian martyrs, 3,100 of whom died inContinue reading “Worldwide Persecution Trends”
North Korea: #1 Most Dangerous Nation for Christians
International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church Over the past couple of years, North Korea’s President Kim Jong Un has inserted himself into the news time and again with his missile launchings, trash balloons, soldiers joining Russia in the war against Ukraine, and meetings with world leaders of other oppressive governments. This past Thursday’s intercontinentalContinue reading “North Korea: #1 Most Dangerous Nation for Christians”
Somalia: #2 Most Dangerous Nation for Christians
International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church As we prepare for Sunday’s International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church, let’s remember Christians facing extreme violence, persecution and hunger in 99.6% Muslim Somalia, ranked #2 on Open Doors’ World Watchlist of most dangerous countries in the world for Christians to live. “You can beat meContinue reading “Somalia: #2 Most Dangerous Nation for Christians”
Libya: #3 Most Dangerous Nation for Christians
International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church As we prepare for this coming Sunday’s International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church, let’s lift up our brothers and sisters facing extreme violence, persecution and hunger in Libya, ranked #3 on Open Doors’ World Watchlist of most dangerous countries in the world for Christians to live.Continue reading “Libya: #3 Most Dangerous Nation for Christians”
Eritrea: #4 Most Dangerous Nation for Christians
International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church As we prepare for this Sunday’s International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church, let’s lift up our brothers and sisters facing extreme violence, persecution and hunger in Eritrea, ranked #4 on Open Doors’ World Watchlist of most dangerous countries in the world for Christians to live. AContinue reading “Eritrea: #4 Most Dangerous Nation for Christians”
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