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!” 

Test your knowledge of where Christians are counting the cost for their faith in Jesus by taking on the online World Watch List Quiz. See how many points you can get, and challenge your friends to beat your score!

Sadly, persecution against Christians is growing, but that is in part to the fact the church is also growing. Learn more about what the 2024 World Watch List reveals…

“I couldn’t leave the church and walk away. I was encouraging the Christians to be strong and courageous… It was our time to be good witnesses.”

“They found the book, wrapped in plastic. One of the policemen came inside… and threw the book down at my father’s feet.”

Get inspired by Secret Christians in Central Asia to practice generosity this Christmas…

A short advent reflection about getting a bit counter cultural and embracing the wait…

“My teacher told me that Jesus loves me… Because of this school, I have friends who can play with me.”

Get to grips what life is really like for secret Christians in North Korea – one of the most dangerous places on the planet to follow Jesus…

Read how people across the Middle East are searching for Jesus online, and how Open Doors partners are helping them find answers!

Pastor Ibrahim from Syria takes a dive into the story of Joseph to find hope in the midst war, persecution and an unprecendented natural disaster…

Fadi has grown up alongisde war and terror. Many of his friends left Iraq, but he has chosen to stay and share God’s hope…

Mimi from Iraq was just 4 when she and her family had to flee from persecution. Watch her story…

Due to threats and intimidation, 15 year-old Valentina lives away from home, but at Christmas she gets to return…

Watch a vid and read about the inspiring life of Brother Andrew, God’s Smuggler, and be challenged to go braver in your walk with Jesus…

Margaret was a student when her university in Kenya was attacked. She survived, knowing now that prayer can save lives…

Why do Christians face violence, pressure and intimidation? Find out the simple answer and see how you can support your global church family…

Watch Timothy explain how he escaped from North Korea and found Jesus, despite growing up being taught that the cross is a curse…

Watch Nala’s incredible story of brave faith – after choosing Jesus her family turned on her.

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…

“I know I have a Father in heaven that I can always talk to. That’s amazing.”

Meet Anastasia*, a house church leader living in Central Asia, who through simply doing what she could, has seen dozens of people come to know Jesus.

New film exploring how lament and times of struggle can help us encounter God in fresh, powerful ways…

Watch this short video and think through some reflection questions about Khalid from Ethiopia who chose to put Jesus first above all else…