Global Persecution
Worldwide Persecution
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Restricted Nations
Persecuted Nations
In these countries, Christians encounter varying degrees of repetitive, persistent and systematic suffering, and deprival of basic human rights, because of their faith in Jesus Christ – a belief their persecutors will not tolerate. -
Recent News Articles
India: Christian Woman Killed by Relatives
A Christian woman was beaten to death with a hammer and other weapons on June 24th because of her conversion to Christianity. The murder took place in Toylanka, a village in the state of Chhattisgarh.
Pakistan: Wife of Nazir Masih Dies of a Heart Attack
Naseem and Nazir
Photo: Morning Star News
In May, shocking images of mob violence were revealed after 74-year-old Nazir Masih was falsely accused of burning pages from the Quran. The elderly Christian man was fatally wounded during the resulting mob violence, which also led to the destruction of his shoemaking business, along with several attacks against other Christians. Further...
China: Chen Wensheng Sentenced to 19 Months
Chen Wensheng
Photo: ChinaAidChen Wensheng is no stranger to arrests and police intimidation. A radically reformed former drug addict, the Christian evangelist has travelled throughout China to share his testimony, gaining the nickname of "Gospel Warrior." (See these other reports about this faithful believer.)
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CEO Blog
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Simple-Hearted Praise
Simple-Hearted Praise
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“Out of the mouths of babies and infants,
You have established strength because of Your foes,
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A Matter of the Heart
A Matter of the Heart
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“As the ark of the Lord came into the city of David, Michal the daughter of Saul looked out of the window and saw King David -
The Advantages of an Open Heart
The Advantages of an Open Heart
"O Joy that seekest me through pain,
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I cannot close my heart to Thee.
I trace the rainbow through the rain,
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Heart Murmur
Heart Murmur
“O Holy Spirit, descend plentifully into my heart. Enlighten the dark corners
of this neglected dwelling and scatter there Thy cheerful beams.”
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Latest Videos
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Recent Podcasts
Closer to the Fire with Greg Musselman
This unique podcast from The Voice of the Martyrs Canada focusses on the persecuted church around the world. While raising awareness of global persecution through updated reports, testimonies of Christians who are suffering for their faith in Jesus, and interviews with those who are serving them, it also presents opportunities to pray for persecuted believers and their families.
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Season 4: Episode 20: Pakistan: Muslim Man Sentenced to 25 Years for Murdering Christian Woman (encore)
24 June 2024A sessions court in Islamabad has handed down a 25-year prison sentence to a Muslim man for murdering a Christian woman three years ago after she turned down his marriage proposal. Judge Azam Khan...
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Season 4: Episode 19: Nigeria: Bringing Persecution Teaching to Northern Pastors
07 June 2024Nearly all Christians in northeastern Nigeria have lost family members due to the violence perpetrated by terrorist groups like Boko Haram and the region’s militant Fulani Muslims. Since the...
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Season 4: Episode 21: Iran: Bringing God’s Light into a Dark and Oppressive Country
24 May 2024For Christians in Iran who convert from Islam, there is not even a semblance of tolerance for their faith. Conversion from Islam to Christianity is illegal in this Middle Eastern nation, and anyone...
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Season 4: Episode 20: Pakistan: Muslim Man Sentenced to 25 Years for Murdering Christian Woman (encore)
