Stories from Syria: Tortured Like Jesus

Altair (not his real name) endured excruciating torture at the hands of Syrian forces for many months as they sought information on his brother fighting in the resistance army — information Altair did not have. At some point in his life, he had seen the Jesus Film, and as they stretched his arms out likeContinue reading “Stories from Syria: Tortured Like Jesus”

Stories from Syria: “Jesus Saved My Life”

This update on Syria is from Open Doors’ 2022 World Watchlist: “Violence against Christians decreased in Syria, which is news worth celebrating. And yet … even though the public threat of ISIS has largely subsided, Christians in Syria still grapple with daily persecution that may become violent. … Where extremists control territory, any public expressionContinue reading “Stories from Syria: “Jesus Saved My Life””

Prayers for Our Young People

Lord, we ask You for our youth, that You will give them a hunger for You. Ground them deep in faith. When they call to You, answer them, O God, in powerful ways. Give them a passion for Your Word, and clarity to distinguish truth from lies. Bring to them Godly relationships who will challengeContinue reading “Prayers for Our Young People”

Pray for Aid to Reach War-Torn Tigray

It has already been over a week since Tigrayan and Ethiopian forces agreed to peace and promised to allow much needed humanitarian aid deliveries to the more than six million people suffering from acute hunger in war-torn northern Ethiopia. But so far, entry is still closed. Let’s continue praying for this country listed among theContinue reading “Pray for Aid to Reach War-Torn Tigray”

Nepal Shaken by Earthquakes, Persecution

Two earthquakes five hours apart shook western Nepal yesterday, killing four children and two adults. People as far away as New Delhi, India, also felt the tremors. The Himalayan country of more than 30 million people is still rebuilding after two earthquakes in 2015 killed almost 9,000 people and destroyed more 824,000 homes. With 258Continue reading “Nepal Shaken by Earthquakes, Persecution”

Prayer for Persecuted Christians

Sunday was the International Day of Prayer for Persecuted Christians, and many Christians are setting aside this whole month of November, as well, to pray. Click here to view this moving video from the heart of a sister in Nigeria, by Voice of the Martyrs: Lord, we ask You for Christians all throughout the worldContinue reading “Prayer for Persecuted Christians”