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!
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.”
Have you heard these stories about how prayer changed the world? History shows us that ‘nothing is impossible with God’, and that prayer can change even the most impossible nations!
Have you heard these stories about how prayer changed the world? History shows us that ‘nothing is impossible with God’, and that prayer can change even the most impossible nations!
In some countries, like Myanmar, technology is being used to track, monitor and restrict the underground church. Check out Ko Aung’s story now…
Persecution of Christians isn’t new. Since day one, those who have chosen to follow Jesus have suffered as a result of their choice…
Ming’s every move is potentially being watched. That’s why he’s extra careful when smuggling Bibles. Get inspired…
That Fady and other Open Doors local partners will receive God’s wisdom and provision. Watch now…
Stephanie* was 18 years old when she was kidnapped by an extremist militia group. After five months, she escaped and walked to freedom. Watch her story…
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…
Please pray for Christians like Fait in Burkina Faso as Islamic militants cause devastation…
Through prayer, the Church is strengthened. Governments shift and conflicts cease. Get inspired by reading how prayers are being answered…
Watch Pastor Shekhar’s story of brave faith and join in prayer for India Christians facing increasing violence…
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…
Step into an underground church gathering. What would you say to encourage secret believers?
Four things that the example of our persecuted family reminded us of in 2022 to help us begin 2023 well…
Due to threats and intimidation, 15 year-old Valentina lives away from home, but at Christmas she gets to return…
Meet Ramy from Iraq who spends his days delivering God’s Word, helping the church rebuild with Jesus at the centre…
Meet the secret church that is courageously and bravely meeting to worship Jesus inside Eritrea…
Watch and see how Pastor Andrew and his community have rebuilt and grown since a devastating attack…
Margaret was a student when her university in Kenya was attacked. She survived, knowing now that prayer can save lives…
Watch Timothy explain how he escaped from North Korea and found Jesus, despite growing up being taught that the cross is a curse…
Despite threats, Pastor Salim* won’t give up preaching about Jesus. Get inspired by his brave faith…
What could you have done that was so bad that your family packed up your stuff and told you to leave home?
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.
Find out the real story behind the lyrics to the Hillsong worship song ‘ Christ is Enough’, and make your own commitment to keep going with Jesus, ‘no turning back’…
Despite intense persecutions over hundreds of years, should we really be surprised the church in Iran is still growing?
New video. Home raided, Dad arrested. Threatened and spied on. Watch Farah’s story and send her a message of hope now…
Saghar managed to escape the secret police, who wanted to arrest her for leadng a house church. Read her incredible story of brave faith…
Easter can be a dangerous time for the global church. Read how three Christians from around the world view Easter and pray for the persecuted church in this short reflection…
Watch Mojtaba from Iran share his incredible story of how God used him to share about Jesus even in an Iranian prison…
Watch this short video of a pastor in China explain how despite increased monitoring and pressure from government, God is opening new doors…
Watch this explainer video with persecution expert, Ron Boyd Macmillan to get the bigger picture and understand the issues facing China’s 100 million Christians.
See what is really like for Christians in North Korean prison camps…
Essential facts and stats gleaned from the 2021 Open Doors World Watch List – your quick guide to where the Church is facing pressure and persecution…