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Persecution in Pakistan: Brother Haroon's Story From surviving a vicious attack by his family to watching in shock as an AK47 miraculously jammed when aimed directly at him—there isn't much persecution that Brother Haroon, a former Muslim Imam, hasn't experienced—and that's just the beginning.

Finding Faith in Crisis: Perspectives from the Middle East In this episode, we hear firsthand accounts from a Middle East advocate who just returned from Syria, discussing the impact of rebuilding after the earthquake, the ongoing struggles in Gaza, and the concerning trends affecting Christian communities more broadly.

Field Trip Notes: Lessons from Persecuted Christians in Asia Some of our team met persecuted Christians for the first time! The church team of Open Doors ANZ sat down with Jordan to share about some of the persecuted Christians who changed their lives on their latest field trip. In this episode, the team share about the courage, generosity, and forgiveness they saw in the lives of our persecuted brothers and sisters in Southern Asia.

The Whole Story | Christmas Special How do we stay connected with our persecuted family when we live so far away? Ashley Anderson, Missions Pastor at Church of the City, sits down with Jordan to share how she walks with the persecuted church despite living in a very different context. Ashley shares some stories that have really impacted her discipleship and how she lets the stories of persecuted believers challenge and change her. She also shares some Advent reflections and how the persecuted church are powerful mentors throughout the Advent season. Walk with the persecuted church throughout this Advent season! Download your FREE Advent devotional packed full of stories from the field, reflections on Scripture, and Advent prayers. You can get your free devotional here: https://www.opendoors.org.au/give/children-at-christmas/download-advent-devotional/

Elly and Tim Lloyd share about their adventure in France, Central Asia, and Turkey, and how they saw God's love and tenderness moving through the global body of Christ.

World Watch List expert, Michael Bosch, shares about his time spent living in Palestine and what he learned from the Jesus-following peacemakers who call The Holy Land home.

We hear from two of our local partners in China to talk about the monitoring, tracking, and digital restrictions that are part of everyday life for believers in China.

Open Doors Africa Specialist, Jo Newhouse, provides a captivating inside look at the transformative work your support has achieved for traumatised victims of persecution in Sub Saharan Africa.

A Family's Adventures of Bible Smuggling and Miracles in North Korea and Beyond Jordan sits down with John and Jill Hanna as they share remarkable tales of their travels and Bible smuggling missions into closed countries — Bibles hidden in panels of their camper van — with their toddlers in tow.

Our new CEO, Adam, sits down with Jordan to chat about the power of the Bible and the increasing challenges that come with covert Bible distribution in restricted regions.

The church team share stories from persecuted believers they met on recent field trip to Egypt, Jordan speaks with a persecution expert about sub-Saharan Africa, and we talk about how we can stand One with those who are most persecuted at a time they need us most — Easter.

Jordan speaks with one of our partners on the ground in Aleppo to talk about the impact of the earthquake and the future of the Syrian church.

Born Andrew van der Bijl in 1955, the late Brother Andrew's bible smuggling escapades are the stuff of legend. Amongst other things, he was a husband, a father, a missionary and a cultural engineer - turning ISLAM into an acronym - I sincerely love all Muslims. Above all this, Andrew's faith and trust in God were beyond measure. Open Doors Australia Founder Dean Keaney, reflects on the man behind the best-selling book, “God's Smuggler”

Our latest episode of the podcast is dedicated to you! Listen to our hosts, Mike Gore and Jocelyn Goto, as they unpack just some of the impact that you've made for the persecuted church all over the world in the last year. Your commitment to pray for and financially support the persecuted church through Open Doors is making a difference – thank you!!

After a long few years, our CEO, Mike, and Church Director, Gabe were able to visit persecuted Christians in the field. In this episode, Jocelyn interviews Mike and Gabe to get their reflections on their experience, and hear stories from the courageous Christians they met who follow Jesus, no matter the cost.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, Open Doors World Watch Research discovered an alarming trend in gender-specific religious persecution– a hidden epidemic of forced marriage and abuse being experienced by Christian women, targeted for both their faith and gender. In this episode, Jocelyn Goto and producer Beth Westwood share stories from the field of persecuted women who impact their life, their suffering and how we can equip the Church to respond with love and bring restoration. Open Doors LIVE is a monthly podcast unpacking stories from the persecuted church that will challenge everything you know about faith, Jesus and the Church. Open Doors Live is hosted by Mike Gore, Jocelyn Goto and produced by Beth Westwood.

In this episode, Mike and Joce explore the newly released World Watch List 2022 and shares stories from the most dangerous countries to follow Jesus. Open Doors LIVE is a monthly podcast unpacking stories from the persecuted church that will challenge everything you know about faith, Jesus and the Church. Open Doors Live is hosted by Mike Gore, Jocelyn Goto and produced by Beth Westwood.

In the year that has been, as we've wrestled through the continuing pandemic, lockdown, vaccines, issues in government, the return of the Taliban, the changes within our churches, what does it look like to be real in our faith, to trust God, and to share the gospel with those around us? In this episode, Mike shares some of the best conversations he had this year. From Taya Gaukrodger from Hillsong United, Darling Zschech from Hope UC, Mark Sayers from Red Church and Joel Cave from Glow Church- we chat through some of the biggest challenges of 2021. Open Doors LIVE is a monthly podcast unpacking stories from the persecuted church that will challenge everything you know about faith, Jesus and the Church. Open Doors Live is hosted by Mike Gore, Jocelyn Goto and produced by Beth Westwood.

As we navigate the end of lockdown, home-schooling and a new world full of debates around vaccines and division even within the Church, how do we stand in the face of culture and shine for Jesus? In today's episode, Mike and Joce share three radical stories from the persecuted church and unpack how we can be courageously ordinary followers of Jesus. Open Doors LIVE is a monthly podcast unpacking stories from the persecuted church that will challenge everything you know about faith, Jesus and the Church. Open Doors Live is hosted by Mike Gore, Jocelyn Goto and produced by Beth Westwood.

As international attention dwindles after the Taliban regained control of Afghanistan, life for local believers looks dire and more dangerous than before as they adjust to their new leaders. In this episode join Mike Gore and Jocelyn Goto as they discuss what's been happening in Afghanistan, why it matters and what we can do to respond. Open Doors LIVE is a monthly podcast unpacking stories from the persecuted church that will challenge everything you know about faith, Jesus and the Church. Open Doors Live is hosted by Mike Gore, Jocelyn Goto and produced by Beth Westwood. `

Join Mike Gore for an interview with Dean Keaney, founder of Open Doors Australia, who played a critical role in one of the most successful smuggles of the 20th century. As the radioman for ‘Project Pearl', Dean sent an encrypted message to thousands of Chinese believers lying in wait on a secluded Chinese beach, where one million Bibles were to be delivered in a single night. Hear Dean's recollections of what happened on the mission and what God had to teach him. Open Doors LIVE is a monthly podcast unpacking stories from the persecuted church that will challenge everything you know about faith, Jesus and the Church. Open Doors Live is hosted by Mike Gore, Jocelyn Goto and produced by Beth Westwood.

3 Lessons For Times of Suffering by Open Doors Australia & New Zealand

Do You Know Of Jesus Or Know Him? by Open Doors Australia & New Zealand

In this episode, join Mike Gore and producer Beth Westwood as they unpack the dangers of ego, how to fulfil your calling and a lesson from the persecuted church on the importance of cleaning shoes. Open Doors LIVE is a weekly podcast from Open Doors Australia, hosted by Mike Gore, Jocelyn Goto and produced by Beth Westwood. An all-in-one devotional this episode is for pastors, leaders and anyone wanting to learn how to follow Jesus, no matter the cost.

How do you respond to unanswered prayer? Does your prayer life look more like a counselling session or a wrestling match? Join Mike Gore and producer Beth Westwood in the latest episode of the Open Doors Live Podcast as they share their personal stories of loss and how it shaped their faith and prayer life. Open Doors LIVE is a monthly podcast from Open Doors Australia, host ed by Mike Gore and Jocelyn Goto. An all-in-one devotional this podcast is for pastors, leaders and anyone wanting to learn how to follow Jesus, no matter the cost.

Why The Church is Called To Unity, Not Uniformity. by Open Doors Australia & New Zealand

Trigger Warning: This episode contains graphic content. The new World Watch List 2021 has been released, revealing the 50 most dangerous places to follow Jesus. Join us as we uncover the untold stories of life in North Korea, #1 on the World Watch List 2021, and what it means for us in the western world. Open Doors LIVE is a monthly podcast from Open Doors Australia, hosted by Mike Gore and Jocelyn Goto. An all-in-one devotional this podcast is for pastors, leaders and anyone wanting to learn how to follow Jesus, no matter the cost.

We could all use a bit of courage right now. Hear the brave story of Daniela, whose father was killed in Colombia for sharing the gospel, in the final episode of the Open Doors Live Podcast for 2020. Open Doors LIVE is a monthly podcast from Open Doors Australia, hosted by Mike Gore, Jocelyn Goto and James Kozina. An all-in-one devotional this podcast is for pastors, leaders and anyone wanting to learn how to follow Jesus, no matter the cost.

ISIS, microloans and the persecuted church linked. In this episode, Mike Gore and Jocelyn Goto discuss how a microloan is so much more than money and three ways your donation is making a difference in the lives of persecuted Christians. Open Doors LIVE is a monthly podcast from Open Doors Australia, hosted by Mike Gore, Jocelyn Goto and James Kozina. An all-in-one devotional this podcast is for pastors, leaders and anyone wanting to learn how to follow Jesus, no matter the cost

In the first monthly episode of the Open Doors Live podcast, Mike Gore and Jocelyn Goto discuss your top 3 tips for intentional connection post-lockdown. Open Doors LIVE is a monthly podcast from Open Doors Australia, hosted by Mike Gore, Jocelyn Goto and James Kozina. An all-in-one devotional this podcast is for pastors, leaders and anyone wanting to learn how to follow Jesus, no matter the cost.

What price are you willing to pay to follow Jesus? In the final weekly episode of the Open Doors Live podcast, Joel Bennett interviews the founder of Jesus Culture, Banning Liebscher, about all things church, faith and sacrifice. Open Doors LIVE is a weekly podcast from Open Doors Australia, hosted by Mike Gore, Jocelyn Goto and James Kozina. An all-in-one devotional this episode is for pastors, leaders and anyone wanting to learn how to follow Jesus, no matter the cost.

In this episode, Mike Gore and Jocelyn Goto discuss the 3 things we can learn from weariness. Open Doors LIVE is a weekly podcast from Open Doors Australia, hosted by Mike Gore, Jocelyn Goto and James Kozina. An all-in-one devotional this episode is for pastors, leaders and anyone wanting to learn how to follow Jesus, no matter the cost. Each month we will be releasing 4 different episodes- including stories from the field, preaching and conversations with special guests

In this episode, Khalid lived a comfortable life in a Muslim family. Then he learnt about Jesus. It was this message of the gospel that he couldn't shake. Khalid knew choosing to follow Jesus wouldn't be easy. In fact, it nearly cost him everything. Open Doors LIVE is a weekly podcast from Open Doors Australia, hosted by Mike Gore, Jocelyn Goto and James Kozina. An all-in-one devotional this episode is for pastors, leaders and anyone wanting to learn how to follow Jesus, no matter the cost. Each month we will be releasing 4 different episodes - including stories from the field, preaching and conversations with special guests.

In this episode, Mike Gore unpackages the age-old problem with mankind- our ability to turn God’s gifts, into burdens. Open Doors LIVE is a weekly podcast from Open Doors Australia, hosted by Mike Gore, Jocelyn Goto and James Kozina. An all-in-one devotional this episode is for pastors, leaders and anyone wanting to learn how to follow Jesus, no matter the cost. Each month we will be releasing 4 different episodes - including stories from the field, preaching and conversations with special guests.

"The love of God includes the most despised and vulnerable and poor and weak. You don’t get a better context for social justice than that.” In the latest episode of the Open Doors Live Podcast, Mike speaks with special guest and Executive Director of Micah Australia, Tim Costello, about all things faith, social justice and COVID-19. Open Doors LIVE is a weekly podcast from Open Doors Australia, hosted by Mike Gore, Jocelyn Goto and James Kozina. An all-in-one devotional, this episode is for pastors, leaders and anyone wanting to learn how to follow Jesus, no matter the cost. Each month we will be releasing 4 different episodes- including stories from the field, preaching and conversations with special guests.

In this episode Mike and Jocelyn unpackage some of 2020’s hidden surprises only God saw coming and the way the lessons we have learnt from the persecuted church in recent years have prepared us for this very moment. Open Doors LIVE is a weekly podcast from Open Doors Australia, hosted by Mike Gore, Jocelyn Goto and James Kozina. An all-in-one devotional this episode is for pastors, leaders and anyone wanting to learn how to follow Jesus, no matter the cost. Each month we will be releasing 4 different episodes including stories from the field, preaching and conversations with special guests.

In this episode, Sarah's life fell apart when her father was arrested for drug dealing. When she became a Christian, she was persecuted for her faith and her situation got even worse. Sarah began to question God's plan for her life. Open Doors LIVE is a weekly podcast from Open Doors Australia, hosted by Mike Gore, Jocelyn Goto and James Kozina. An all-in-one devotional this episode is for pastors, leaders and anyone wanting to learn how to follow Jesus, no matter the cost. Each month we will be releasing 4 different episodes - including stories from the field, preaching and conversations with special guests.

In this episode, dare to ask questions that make you uncomfortable. Join Mike Gore as he unpackages what it means to live a life of radical obedience to Christ. Open Doors LIVE is a weekly podcast from Open Doors Australia, hosted by Mike Gore, Jocelyn Goto and James Kozina. An all-in-one devotional this episode is for pastors, leaders and anyone wanting to learn how to follow Jesus, no matter the cost. Each month we will be releasing 4 different episodes - including stories from the field, preaching and conversations with special guests.

Counter-Cultural Jesus ft Karl Faase by Open Doors Australia & New Zealand

In this episode, Mike and Joce grapple with the question ‘What do you love most about Jesus?’ The answers from the persecuted church, will turn your faith upside down. Open Doors LIVE is a weekly podcast from Open Doors Australia, hosted by Mike Gore, Jocelyn Goto and James Kozina. An all-in-one devotional this episode is for pastors, leaders and anyone wanting to learn how to follow Jesus, no matter the cost. Each month we will be releasing 4 different episodes -including stories from the field, preaching and conversations with special guests.

In this episode, when Khan revealed his faith in Jesus, his family attacked him. But even after the violence, Khan was determined to share the gospel with them. Open Doors LIVE is a weekly podcast from Open Doors Australia, hosted by Mike Gore, Jocelyn Goto and James Kozina. An all-in-one devotional this episode is for pastors, leaders and anyone wanting to learn how to follow Jesus, no matter the cost. Each month we will be releasing 4 different episodes - including stories from the field, preaching and conversations with special guests.

Open Doors LIVE is a weekly podcast from Open Doors Australia, hosted by Mike Gore, Jocelyn Goto and James Kozina. This podcast brings the persecuted church to life, with each episode containing life-changing stories that mentor us in our faith as we learn how to follow Jesus no matter the cost. Each month we will be releasing 4 different episodes - including stories from the field, preaching and conversations with special guests. In this episode, Mike unpacks three characteristics of people who bury their faith in the ground, based on the Parable of The Talents in Matthew 25.

In this episode join Mike Gore for a great conversation with Mark and Jemima Varughese, Senior Pastors of Kindomcity. Open Doors LIVE is a weekly podcast from Open Doors Australia, hosted by Mike Gore, Jocelyn Goto and James Kozina. An all-in-one devotional this episode is for pastors, leaders and anyone wanting to learn how to follow Jesus, no matter the cost. Each month we will be releasing 4 different episodes - including stories from the field, preaching and conversations with special guests.

Open Doors LIVE is a weekly podcast from Open Doors Australia, hosted by Mike Gore, Jocelyn Goto and James Kozina. An all-in-one devotional this episode is for pastors, leaders and anyone wanting to learn how to follow Jesus, no matter the cost. Each month we will be releasing 4 different episodes - including stories from the field, preaching and conversations with special guests. In this episode hear how Helen spent 2 years in a shipping container for sharing the gospel, and every day she thanked God for the cold nights and the bugs that bit her skin. A Russian priest developed a morning discipline of thankfulness when he was locked in a prison cell.

In this episode hear the story of Alya, a Muslim convert from Syria, who fled from ISIS and into the arms of Jesus. Open Doors LIVE is a weekly, Christian podcast from Open Doors Australia, hosted by Mike Gore, Jocelyn Goto and James Kozina. This podcast brings the persecuted church to life, with each episode containing life-changing stories that mentor us in our faith as we learn how to follow Jesus no matter the cost. Each month we will be releasing 4 different episodes - including stories from the field, preaching and conversations with special guests.

Open Doors LIVE is a weekly podcast from Open Doors Australia, hosted by Mike Gore, Jocelyn Goto and James Kozina. An all-in-one devotional, each month we release 4 different episodes - including stories from the field, preaching and conversations with special guests. What value do you place on the name of Jesus? In this episode, CEO Mike Gore tells a story from the Titanic you’ve never heard, about a preacher named John Harper who led people to Christ before they drowned.

Open Doors LIVE is a weekly podcast from Open Doors Australia, hosted by Mike Gore, Jocelyn Goto and James Kozina. An all-in-one devotional, each month we release 4 different episodes - including stories from the field, preaching and conversations with special guests. In this episode of the Open Doors Live Podcast, join CEO Mike Gore for a conversation around faith, uncertainty and the persecuted church, with special guests Mark Zschech and Darlene Zschech, senior pastors of Hope UC.

Open Doors LIVE is a Christian podcast from Open Doors Australia, hosted by Mike Gore, Jocelyn Goto and James Kozina. An all-in-one devotional, each month we will release 4 different episodes - a story that inspires you, a preach that unpacks scripture and builds your faith, a lesson from the persecuted church and also, we will be introducing you to a range of special guests. In this episode, join Mike Gore and Jocelyn Goto for a conversation around overcoming fear behind our locked doors, and fulfilling the Great Commission, even in isolation.

Open Doors LIVE is a monthly podcast from Open Doors Australia, hosted by Mike Gore, Jocelyn Goto and James Kozina. An all-in-one devotional, each month we will release 4 different episodes - a story that inspires you, a message that unpacks scripture and builds your faith, a lesson from the persecuted church and also, we will be introducing you to a range of special guests. In this episode, join Jocelyn Goto as she tells the story of Mary, a 21-year-old Christian activist from Iran, who was sentenced to 3 months in prison, and to be flogged. Mary has been fighting for Christians to have to right to attend church.

Open Doors LIVE is a monthly podcast from Open Doors Australia, hosted by Mike Gore, Jocelyn Goto and James Kozina. This podcast brings the persecuted church to life, with each episode containing life-changing stories that mentor us in our faith as we learn how to follow Jesus no matter the cost. It's Ramadan. A time where the Islamic world stops to fast and seek Allah. In this episode of the Open Doors Live podcast, join @_mikegore in a conversation about persecution, fear VS love and a Christian response to Islam. -

In this time of uncertainty, as the Western church is forced into home churches, Open Doors is standing with you. We’re releasing mini podcast series, to help you and your church follow Jesus and strengthen your faith. We are one body. One Church. One family. And we’re stronger, together In our last episode of the podcast mini-series 'House Church by Open Doors' join Mike Gore and Jocelyn Goto and hear how the persecuted church is impacting their communities during Covid-19, and how you can too.