“We remember God for small things, because we could be killed at any moment.” Meet Pastor Yang from Myanmar…

Watch this incredible interview with Manga from Nigeria who miraculously survived an attack on his home by extremists and who now wants to make God famous!

Batoul, from North Africa, was rejected by her Mum and sisters when she became a Christian. She now treats her persecutors with kindness and works to help others like her.

“I’m determined to stay, despite the risks to my comfort and safety, because I believe everyone deserves to hear about God’s love.” Read Zahra’s story of brave faith!

Joo Min fled North Korea – and found Jesus at an Open Doors safe house. What would make her go back to the darkest place on Earth to be a Christian?

Despite being bullied at school and targeted in her community, young Moryom chooses to forgive. Help her know she is not alone this Christmas!

“I don’t have any friends in school because I’m a Christian”. Read Rumana’s story and help her know she is not alone!

Despite having to flee home after three devastating attacks on his community, Pastor Soré is still trusting in God…

Pastor Barnabas lives in a displacement camp in Nigeria with thousands of others after fleeing militant violence. Watch his story and join the Arise Africa campaign…

Please join with your church family in sub-Saharan Africa, asking God to stop the violence and start the healing. Use these prayers as a starting point!

Afghanistan’s Christians have to keep their faith secret. If the Taliban find out, the Christian could be killed – as Khada found out.

In countries all over the world, secret Christians face a stark choice: remain hidden, or be attacked, abused or even killed.

“I belonged to a traditional Hindu family. Our family came to know about the Lord after experiencing miraculous deliverance from our problems… I committed my life to the Lord’s ministry.” 

Christian persecution can be difficult to comprehend. But we can pray for the persecuted church boldly knowing God hears us, and He can do all things. Here’s some tips!

Pastor Laxman from India has faced threats, arrest and seen his church attacked, but he’s committed to keep following Jesus, no matter the cost!

Women of the persecuted church often face the double persecution of being Christian and being a woman. Like many women of the persecuted church, Simin’s story is one of hope.

Ever wondered what Easter looks like for the persecuted church? In Central Asia it can be a time of increased pressure and violence, as Christians become a target for extremists and government crackdowns.

Rejected by family because of her choice to follow Jesus, Sara from Iraq has found new hope and love in Jesus…

“I find that my life has already changed so much after allowing Jesus to rule my life. I know that I can directly pray to the Lord and He will answer me. I know that my Lord is alive!” 

Watch Pastor Shekhar’s story of brave faith and join in prayer for India Christians facing increasing violence…

If you didn’t know, Open Doors can trace its history back to 1955, when a young dutch chap called Andrew stepped off of a train in Warsaw, Poland.

Check out some surprising lessons we learnt from the persecuted church in 2021 and see how even in the most dangerous places, God’s goodness is still shining…

Be inspired bye the brave faith of sixteen year-old Soy’s whose choice to follow Jesus meant she lost her freedom…

Saghar managed to escape the secret police, who wanted to arrest her for leadng a house church. Read her incredible story of brave faith…

“God is doing powerful things in my country, but He has given us ‘night vision’. The night will get darker before the day comes…” Check out this amazing story from a secret believer!