Podcasts about persecuted

Revolutionary Loyalty and Early Family Tensions. Joseph Turigian discusses the life of Xi Zhongxun, a devoted but persecuted revolutionary communist, emphasizing his deep loyalty to the party, reminiscent of Arthur Koestler's Darkness at Noon. The segment explores the revolutionary mindset where personal suffering proves dedication to a world-historical force. It also details Xi Zhongxun's compelling first marriage to Ha Minghu, a tough peasant revolutionary who struggled to balance motherhood and the demands of the early, male-dominated Chinese Communist Party. Guest: Joseph Turigian. 1899

Series: Upside Down KingdomKey Verses: Matthew 5Teaching Pastor: Dr. Erik ThoennesNovember 16, 2025_____________________________New to Friends Church? We're so glad you're here!We stream live every week:SUNDAY 9A / 11A PTSubscribe to The Friends Church YouTube channel to watch this message again later this week!Website: https://www.friends.churchInstagram:   / friendschurch  

The storms of life can sweep you away unless your foundation is built on something immovable and unchanging - a relationship with Jesus Christ. Jill explores the Beatitudes and gives practical guidelines about the outward actions and inward attitudes of believers. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1141/29?v=20251111

Send us your feedback — we're listening2 Corinthians 12 : 9 — Faith Under Fire: Prayer for the Persecuted, Secret & Underground Church in Jesus Christ9 A.M. Release — Recorded live here in London, England — from London to Lahore, from Lahore to Cairo, from Cairo to Nairobi — as the morning sun rises, hidden believers lift whispered prayers that shake the nations.Scripture (NIV)“But he said to me, ‘My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.' Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ's power may rest on me.” — 2 Corinthians 12 : 9 (NIV)Show NotesAcross closed borders, faith burns quietly but brightly. Thousands search “prayer for the persecuted church,” “Christians in danger,” and “grace under pressure.” This verse is their anthem. In weakness, the strength of Jesus Christ is revealed.From London to Lahore, Cairo to Nairobi, we remember those who meet in secret — the underground church, the whispering believers who risk everything to say His Name. They gather in silence but worship in power. The grace of Jesus Christ covers their fear, heals their wounds, and gives courage to stand where the world says “hide.”This morning we pray for endurance, safety, and spiritual fire for every hidden believer. May the whisper of faith echo louder than any persecution.10 Global Prayer Points (SEO Long-Tail Keywords)Prayer for the persecuted and underground church Prayer for secret believers in Jesus Christ Prayer for strength and grace under persecution Prayer for courage to share the Gospel in danger Prayer for protection over hidden churches Prayer for comfort for families under threat Prayer for revival through suffering believers Prayer for boldness in the face of fear Prayer for unity among persecuted Christians Prayer for Christ's power to rest on the weakLife ApplicationGrace is not the absence of pain — it is the power of Jesus Christ shining through it.DeclarationI stand with the persecuted Church. The grace of Jesus Christ is sufficient, His strength perfect in every weakness.Call to ActionShare this Faith Under Fire prayer to strengthen believers under persecution. Partner with DailyPrayer.uk to support global intercession for the underground church. Subscribe on Apple PoSupport the showFor more inspiring content, visit RBChristianRadio.net — your home for daily devotionals, global prayer, and biblical encouragement for every season of life. We invite you to connect with our dedicated prayer hub at DailyPrayer.uk — a place where believers from every nation unite in prayer around the clock. If you need prayer, or would like to leave a request, this is the place to come. Our mission is simple: to pray with you, to stand with you, and to keep the power of prayer at the centre of everyday life. Your support through DailyPrayer.uk helps us continue sharing the gospel and covering the nations in prayer. You can also discover our ministry services and life celebrations at LifeCelebrant.net — serving families with faith, dignity, and hope. If this devotional blesses you, please consider supporting our listener-funded mission by buying us a coffee through RBChristianRadio.net. Every prayer, every gift, and every share helps us keep broadcasting God's Word to the world.

The storms of life can sweep you away unless your foundation is built on something immovable and unchanging - a relationship with Jesus Christ. Jill explores the Beatitudes and gives practical guidelines about the outward actions and inward attitudes of believers. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1141/29?v=20251111

Why is our reward in heaven great if we are persecuted and reviled? What is the meaning of Matthew 5:12?

What happens when a man who fled one of the world's most oppressive regimes for religious freedom discovers that the country that saved him is now sending others like him back into danger? In this eye-opening episode, host Justin Yentes speaks with Pastor Ara Torosian, an Iranian-Armenian Christian who escaped persecution under Iran's Islamic regime, found refuge in the United States, and now fights for fellow believers whose asylum protections have been suddenly and unjustly revoked. Together, they unravel a story where faith, integrity, and U.S. policy collide, with lives hanging in the balance. Key Moments: Pastor Ara's Origin Story: Growing up Armenian Christian in Iran, finding faith under oppression, and risking everything to lead an underground church. Arrest and Torture: Ara's arrest for possessing Bibles, his refusal to betray fellow Christians, and the enduring trauma of his torture. Seeking Freedom: The journey to the United States through a refugee program and building a new faith community in Los Angeles. Faith and Comfort in America: The cultural shock of Western Christianity and the danger of taking freedom for granted. The Deportations Begin: How Iranian Christians were recently sent back to Iran under the current administration, despite legal asylum claims. Advocacy and Hunger Strike: Ara's peaceful protest at the White House and his call for reform in America's broken asylum system. The Call to Conscience: What faith, justice, and integrity require of those who claim to stand for religious freedom. This episode challenges what you think you know about religious freedom, immigration, and American integrity. It's for listeners who care about human rights, faith under pressure, and the moral cost of political decisions. Learn how one man's courage can still make a difference and how you can, too. Listen now on Truth Be Found. Show Notes: Follow Justin and the pod: @truthbefoundpodcast Link to Justin's agency, AIA: https://azprivateinvestigator.com/ Follow Pastor Ara: @aratorosian National Immigration Forum (advocates): https://forumtogether.org/ The Florence Project: https://firrp.org/ Women of Welcome: https://www.womenofwelcome.com/ World Relief: https://worldrelief.org/immigration-legal-services/ Start with Welcome by Bri Stensrud: https://www.amazon.com/Start-Welcome-Compassionate-Immigration-Conversation/dp/0310154251

Send us your feedback — we're listeningJohn 14 : 6 — Faith Under Fire: Prayer for the Persecuted, Underground and Secret Church in Jesus ChristRecorded live here in London, England — from London to Tehran, from Tehran to Kabul, from Kabul to Addis Ababa — as the free world gathers openly, the underground Church gathers quietly, holding fast to the name of Jesus Christ.Scripture (NIV)“Jesus answered, ‘I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.'” — John 14 : 6 (NIV)Show NotesFaith Under Fire is not a story of defeat but of divine endurance. Across the earth, millions worship behind closed doors — in basements, safe houses, and fields where speaking the name of Jesus Christ is illegal. Yet the whispering Church still sings. Reports from Open Doors and Release International confirm what Scripture declares: the truth cannot be imprisoned.From London to Tehran, Kabul to Addis Ababa, believers are risking everything to follow the Way. They carry no weapons but faith, no banners but the Cross. Their strength is found not in freedom but in fellowship with Christ who suffered first.This morning we pray for the Persecuted, the Secret, and the Underground Church — for faith to stand when fear is loud, for unity in the Body of Christ, and for courage to proclaim His name in the dark.10 Global Prayer Points Prayer for the Persecuted Church worldwide Prayer for underground believers and hidden worshippers Prayer for Christians in danger for their faith Prayer for courage to stand for Jesus Christ Prayer for strength in suffering and trial Prayer for families torn apart by persecution Prayer for the gospel to advance in closed nations Prayer for release from fear and captivity Prayer for revival through the Secret Church Prayer for unity and hope in the Body of ChristLife ApplicationWhen you follow Jesus Christ, you don't walk a safe path — you walk the true one. The way of Christ is still the way that changes the world.DeclarationJesus Christ is the Way, the Truth, and the Life. His Church will not be silenced, for His light still shines in every dark place.Call to ActionShare this Faith Under Fire prayer to raise awareness and intercession for the Persecuted Church. Partner with DailyPrayer.uk to support Scripture-anchored pSupport the showFor more inspiring content, visit RBChristianRadio.net — your home for daily devotionals, global prayer, and biblical encouragement for every season of life. We invite you to connect with our dedicated prayer hub at DailyPrayer.uk — a place where believers from every nation unite in prayer around the clock. If you need prayer, or would like to leave a request, this is the place to come. Our mission is simple: to pray with you, to stand with you, and to keep the power of prayer at the centre of everyday life. Your support through DailyPrayer.uk helps us continue sharing the gospel and covering the nations in prayer. You can also discover our ministry services and life celebrations at LifeCelebrant.net — serving families with faith, dignity, and hope. If this devotional blesses you, please consider supporting our listener-funded mission by buying us a coffee through RBChristianRadio.net. Every prayer, every gift, and every share helps us keep broadcasting God's Word to the world.

A new MP3 sermon from Frontline Fellowship is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Remember the PERSECUTED as if Chained with Them Speaker: Peter Hammond Broadcaster: Frontline Fellowship Event: Sunday Service Date: 11/9/2025 Length: 39 min.

Send us your feedback — we're listeningPsalm 27:1 — Faith Under Fire: Global Prayer for the Persecuted, Underground and Secret Church9 A.M. Release — Recorded live here in London, England — from London to Beijing, from Beijing to Kabul, from Kabul to Addis Ababa — as the world gathers freely, the underground Church meets in silence, courage and unseen worship.Scripture (NIV)“The Lord is my light and my salvation — whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life — of whom shall I be afraid?” — Psalm 27:1 (NIV)Show NotesAcross the world, millions worship behind locked doors. They are the Persecuted Church — hidden in homes, mountain valleys, and prison cells. Reports from Open Doors and Release International confirm that faith is still forbidden in many nations, yet the gospel is advancing like fire in the dark.From London to Beijing, Kabul to Addis Ababa, the Secret Church lives the words of Psalm 27: “The Lord is my light and my salvation.” When fear is a constant companion, courage is born from His presence. The underground Church is not hidden from God; it is hidden in God — secure in His stronghold.This morning we stand in prayer for every believer under fire: those in imprisonment, those in exile, those whose faith costs them everything. May their light burn brighter than their chains. May their song rise louder than their suffering.10 Global Prayer Points Prayer for the Persecuted Church worldwide Prayer for underground believers and secret worshippers Prayer for Christians in imprisonment and danger Prayer for faith to overcome fear Prayer for strength amid persecution Prayer for families separated for their faith Prayer for revival in restricted nations Prayer for protection and courage under pressure Prayer for religious freedom and hope Prayer for unity and healing in the Body of ChristLife ApplicationFaith under fire does not burn out — it burns brighter because God walks through the flames with His people.DeclarationThe Lord is our light and our salvation. We will not fear — for even in the dark, His Church shines with unquenchable fire.Call to ActionShare this Faith Under Fire prayer to mobilise intercession for the underground Church. Partner with DailyPrayer.uk to support Scripture-anchored prayers fSupport the showFor more inspiring content, visit RBChristianRadio.net — your home for daily devotionals, global prayer, and biblical encouragement for every season of life. We invite you to connect with our dedicated prayer hub at DailyPrayer.uk — a place where believers from every nation unite in prayer around the clock. If you need prayer, or would like to leave a request, this is the place to come. Our mission is simple: to pray with you, to stand with you, and to keep the power of prayer at the centre of everyday life. Your support through DailyPrayer.uk helps us continue sharing the gospel and covering the nations in prayer. You can also discover our ministry services and life celebrations at LifeCelebrant.net — serving families with faith, dignity, and hope. If this devotional blesses you, please consider supporting our listener-funded mission by buying us a coffee through RBChristianRadio.net. Every prayer, every gift, and every share helps us keep broadcasting God's Word to the world.

As we look at the last statement Jesus made in the Beatitudes, we will notice that He is preparing His disciples for what they are about to face as they have made the choice to follow Him. This same mistreatment will happen to us as well, as it is not some strange thing happening when people insult, and say all kinds of evil things against us as we put our faith in Jesus.

Send us your feedback — we're listeningRomans 8:28 — Faith Under Fire: Global Prayer for the Persecuted and Underground Church9 A.M. Release — Recorded live here in London, England — from London to Islamabad, from Islamabad to Lagos, from Lagos to Buenos Aires — as the free Church gathers in the open, the underground Church worships in secret, yet one Spirit unites them all.Scripture (NIV)“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.” — Romans 8:28 (NIV)Show NotesAcross the world, believers risk everything to follow Jesus. Reports from Open Doors and Release International reveal persecution intensifying in Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. Yet Romans 8:28 declares that God still turns suffering into strength and pressure into purpose.From London to Islamabad, Lagos to Buenos Aires, the underground Church stands as a living testimony that faith cannot be chained. Where governments restrict, grace multiplies. Where darkness threatens, light spreads faster. The cross has always flourished under fire — and it will again.This morning we lift up every hidden worshipper, every imprisoned pastor, every family forced into exile. May the God who works all things for good turn their trials into triumph and their silence into song.10 Global Prayer Points (SEO Long-Tail Keywords)Prayer for the persecuted church worldwide Prayer for underground believers in danger Prayer for pastors and leaders in prison Prayer for courage to stand for Christ Prayer for strength amid oppression and fear Prayer for families separated for their faith Prayer for revival in restricted nations Prayer for religious freedom and justice Prayer for unity across the global Church Prayer for hope and healing for the sufferingLife ApplicationWhen one believer stands under fire, the whole Body of Christ is called to kneel beside them in prayer.DeclarationGod, turn persecution into purpose. Your Church will not be silenced — Your glory will shine through every trial.Call to ActionShare this Faith Under Fire prayer to mobilise global intercession. Partner with DailyPrayer.uk to support Scripture-anchored prayer movements worldwide. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts and Spotify for daily devSupport the showFor more inspiring content, visit RBChristianRadio.net — your home for daily devotionals, global prayer, and biblical encouragement for every season of life. We invite you to connect with our dedicated prayer hub at DailyPrayer.uk — a place where believers from every nation unite in prayer around the clock. If you need prayer, or would like to leave a request, this is the place to come. Our mission is simple: to pray with you, to stand with you, and to keep the power of prayer at the centre of everyday life. Your support through DailyPrayer.uk helps us continue sharing the gospel and covering the nations in prayer. You can also discover our ministry services and life celebrations at LifeCelebrant.net — serving families with faith, dignity, and hope. If this devotional blesses you, please consider supporting our listener-funded mission by buying us a coffee through RBChristianRadio.net. Every prayer, every gift, and every share helps us keep broadcasting God's Word to the world.

A new MP3 sermon from Frontline Fellowship is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Serving the PERSECUTED Subtitle: Reformation Society Speaker: Peter Hammond Broadcaster: Frontline Fellowship Event: Special Meeting Date: 11/8/2025 Length: 99 min.

Send us your feedback — we're listeningIsaiah 41:10 — Faith Under Fire: Global Prayer for the Persecuted and Underground Church9 A.M. Release — Recorded live here in London, England — from London to Islamabad, from Islamabad to Lagos, from Lagos to Buenos Aires — as the Church gathers freely in some nations, others meet in silence, yet Christ is Lord of all.Scripture (NIV)“So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.” — Isaiah 41:10 (NIV)Show NotesAround the world, countless believers live out faith under pressure. Open Doors and Release International report rising persecution across Asia, Africa, and the Middle East — churches burned, pastors imprisoned, and believers exiled for naming Jesus. Yet Isaiah 41:10 still echoes: Do not fear… I am with you.From London to Islamabad, Lagos to Buenos Aires, the persecuted Church stands unshaken. Their courage is not born of comfort but of conviction — that Christ is worth everything. The same righteous right hand that upheld the early disciples still holds today's underground believers through danger, exile, and despair.This morning, we lift them before God: men and women risking all for the gospel. May their courage strengthen us, their faith inspire us, and their endurance remind us that no prison can silence praise.10 Global Prayer Points Prayer for persecuted Christians worldwide Prayer for underground believers in restricted nations Prayer for pastors and evangelists in danger Prayer for strength and endurance under persecution Prayer for protection of churches under attack Prayer for believers imprisoned for their faith Prayer for families separated for following Christ Prayer for revival in hostile regions Prayer for global unity and courage in the Church Prayer for religious freedom and hope in sufferingLife ApplicationWhen one part of the Body suffers, the whole Church is called to stand — in prayer, in faith, and in love.DeclarationI will not forget my persecuted brothers and sisters. The same God who strengthens them strengthens me.Call to ActionShare this Faith Under Fire prayer to raise awareness and intercession. Partner with DailyPrayer.uk to amplify globalSupport the showFor more inspiring content, visit RBChristianRadio.net — your home for daily devotionals, global prayer, and biblical encouragement for every season of life. We invite you to connect with our dedicated prayer hub at DailyPrayer.uk — a place where believers from every nation unite in prayer around the clock. If you need prayer, or would like to leave a request, this is the place to come. Our mission is simple: to pray with you, to stand with you, and to keep the power of prayer at the centre of everyday life. Your support through DailyPrayer.uk helps us continue sharing the gospel and covering the nations in prayer. You can also discover our ministry services and life celebrations at LifeCelebrant.net — serving families with faith, dignity, and hope. If this devotional blesses you, please consider supporting our listener-funded mission by buying us a coffee through RBChristianRadio.net. Every prayer, every gift, and every share helps us keep broadcasting God's Word to the world.

Send us your feedback — we're listeningJoshua 1:9 — Faith Under Fire: Global Prayer for the Persecuted and Underground Church9 A.M. Release — Recorded live here in London, England — from London to Islamabad, from Islamabad to Lagos, from Lagos to Buenos Aires — as believers gather in freedom, others worship in secret, yet the same Spirit unites them all.Scripture (NIV)“Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” — Joshua 1:9 (NIV)Show NotesAcross the world, millions follow Christ in silence, under threat, or behind locked doors. “Prayer for the persecuted church” rises daily from nations where faith costs everything. Joshua 1:9 stands as their anthem — courage in the face of fear, strength in the face of suffering.From London to Islamabad, Lagos to Buenos Aires, stories of hidden worshippers inspire the global body. The same God who walked with Joshua in battle walks with pastors imprisoned for preaching, with believers denied work, and with families torn apart for faith. The underground church is not forgotten — it is the living proof that the gospel cannot be chained.This morning, we pray for courage, comfort, and endurance for our brothers and sisters under fire. May God's Word run swiftly through every closed nation, and may those in darkness know they are not alone.10 Global Prayer Points Prayer for the persecuted church worldwide Prayer for underground believers in danger Prayer for courage to stand firm in faith Prayer for protection of Christians in hostile regions Prayer for comfort for imprisoned pastors Prayer for families separated for their faith Prayer for revival in restricted nations Prayer for unity across the global church Prayer for governments to allow religious freedom Prayer for endurance and hope under persecutionLife ApplicationCourage grows when you remember who goes with you — the Lord Himself.DeclarationI will not fear. The Lord my God is with me. His presence gives me courage to stand firm in faith.Call to ActionShare this “Faith Under Fire” prayer to strengthen believers worldwide. Partner with DailyPrayer.uk to support global Scripture-based prayer outreach. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts and Spotify for dailySupport the showFor more inspiring content, visit RBChristianRadio.net — your home for daily devotionals, global prayer, and biblical encouragement for every season of life. We invite you to connect with our dedicated prayer hub at DailyPrayer.uk — a place where believers from every nation unite in prayer around the clock. If you need prayer, or would like to leave a request, this is the place to come. Our mission is simple: to pray with you, to stand with you, and to keep the power of prayer at the centre of everyday life. Your support through DailyPrayer.uk helps us continue sharing the gospel and covering the nations in prayer. You can also discover our ministry services and life celebrations at LifeCelebrant.net — serving families with faith, dignity, and hope. If this devotional blesses you, please consider supporting our listener-funded mission by buying us a coffee through RBChristianRadio.net. Every prayer, every gift, and every share helps us keep broadcasting God's Word to the world.

I'm having Pastor Sam Jones on the show to discuss the Islamic Massacre currently happening in Nigeria and how the Nigerian government is directly helping the massacre of Christians to happen. It's far worse than you think.Go to Equipping the Persecuted to find out more:https://equippingthepersecuted.org/Go to Truth Nigeria for the real news about Nigeria:https://truthnigeria.com/SUPPORT THE MINISTRY AND YOURSELVES:TRIVITA:Use my TRIVITA link to get started on your wellness journey: https://bit.ly/restored-healthORCALL: 800-991-7116 and use gift card number: RSCBSQRJ PIN: 5398 Covenant Eyes: If you want to protect yourself and your loved ones from the dangers of p*rn, get Covenant Eyes: https://bit.ly/Restore-CovenantUSE CODE RESTORE30 at checkout to get your first 30 days FREE when you use the link ✅Other ways for you to support the ministry:

The Beatitudes were the most powerful sermon given by Christ as he outlined the characteristics of a Christian. Join the Louhs as they go into the deep end of our faith, discussing the eighth and last Beatitude and how it applies in our lives today

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In today's episode of the Center for Baptist Leadership podcast, William Wolfe sits down with Judd Saul of Equipping the Persecuted about ongoing crisis in Nigeria where Muslims are slaughtering Christians.   Judd Saul is the founder and executive director of Equipping The Persecuted, a nonprofit organization based in Sioux City, Iowa, established to assist persecuted Christians in Nigeria. His journey began in 2011 after a mission trip to Nigeria with his grandfather, evangelist Duane Wessels, which profoundly impacted him and led to a lifelong commitment to serving Nigerian Christians. Since then, Saul has regularly visited Nigeria, typically 3-4 times a year, and has been instrumental in responding to escalating violence against Christian communities.   Learn more about Judd Saul's work: https://x.com/juddsaul https://equippingthepersecuted.org/   ––––––   Follow Center for Baptist Leadership across Social Media: X / Twitter – https://twitter.com/BaptistLeaders Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/people/Center-For-Baptist-Leadership/61556762144277/ Rumble – https://rumble.com/c/c-6157089 YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@CenterforBaptistLeadership Website – https://centerforbaptistleadership.org/   To book William for media appearances or speaking engagements, please contact him at media@centerfor­baptistleadership.org.   Follow Us on Twitter: William Wolfe - https://twitter.com/William_E_Wolfe Richard Henry - https://twitter.com/RThenry83   Renew the SBC from within and defend the SBC from those who seek its destruction, donate today: https://centerforbaptistleadership.org/donate/   The Center for Baptist Leadership Podcast is powered by American Reformer, recorded remotely in the United States by William Wolfe, and edited by Jared Cummings.   Subscribe to the Center for Baptist Leadership Podcast: Distribute our RSS Feed – https://centerforbaptistleadership.podbean.com/ Apple Podcasts – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/center-for-baptist-leadership/id1743074575 Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/0npXohTYKWYmWLsHkalF9t Amazon Music // Audible – https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/9ababbdd-6c6b-4ab9-b21a-eed951e1e67b BoomPlay – https://www.boomplaymusic.com/podcasts/96624 CastboxFM – https://castbox.fm/channel/id6132313 CastroFM – https://castro.fm/podcast/67110759-1bb9-4fd9-abcb-34113d42e945 CurioCaster – https://curiocaster.com/podcast/pi6894445 Fountain – https://fountain.fm/show/IURohE0rZPJr5h81wxbX Goodpods – https://goodpods.com/podcasts/center-for-baptist-leadership-565673 iHeartRadio – https://iheart.com/podcast/170321203 iVoox – https://www.ivoox.com/en/podcast-center-for-baptist-leadership_sq_f12419733_1.html Listen Notes – https://lnns.co/2Br0hw7p5R4 MoonFM – https://moon.fm/itunes/1743074575 PlayerFM – https://player.fm/series/3570081 PocketCasts – https://play.pocketcasts.com/podcasts/ddd92230-e3ff-013c-e7de-02cacb2c6223 PodcastAddict – https://podcastaddict.com/podcast/center-for-baptist-leadership/5090794 Podchaser – https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/the-center-for-baptist-leaders-5696654 PodcastRepublic – https://www.podcastrepublic.net/podcast/1743074575 TrueFans – https://truefans.fm/center-for-baptist-leadership YouTube Podcasts – https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFMvfuzJKMICA7wi3CXvQxdNtA_lqDFV

This is the eighth sermon in our series "The Good Life" The title of this message is "Blessed Are Those Persecuted For Righteousness Sake" Jeff Francona is on the Preaching Team at The Gospel Tabernacle. November 2, 2025.

Preacher: Jason Min Title: Blessed are Those Who are Persecuted Sermon Series: Life Reimagined Scripture: Matthew 5:10-12 (NIV)

This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Matthew 5:10–12 and is part of our series The Beatitudes.

The author of Hebrews tells us to remember those who are imprisoned for Jesus as though we are imprisoned with them. We are to remember those who are suffering for the sake of Jesus as though we are suffering with them. Today I want to give us three reasons why we remember the persecuted.

Sunday Morning, November 2, 2025Can You Be Persecuted and Blessed? ... Matthew 5:10-12A message delivered by Richard Fleming

This is an invitation for you to participate with the global fellowship of Christians in marking Sunday, Nov. 2 asInternational Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church. Here at Calvary in partnership withICR Canada, we celebrate your faithfulness and the faithful witness of Christians everywhere with a guest ICR speaker in both our 9AM + 10:30AM Sunday services. This years theme is Unite in Prayer.

“Sorry, honey, your daddy has a super important board meeting scheduled at the exact same time."In this special segment, we consume and discuss Christian Movies. Today, we get spooky with the 2014 thriller - Persecuted. Send us your movie suggestions! - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@thebibleisfunny⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get The Bible is Funny Card Game Volumes 1 & 2 here - https://thebibleisfunny.etsy.com/Watch Persecuted here - https://tubitv.com/movies/468377/persecuted#podcast #moviereview #comedy

How do you respond when you are being persecuted? See how you can respond as Preston Conder looks at the first church in Acts 4. To learn more about New Life go to http://newlife.church

How do you respond when you are being persecuted? See how you can respond as Preston Conder looks at the first church in Acts 4. To learn more about New Life go to http://newlife.church

   US Pressure on Xi Jinping May Lead to Release of Jimmy Lai. Mark Simon is encouraged that President Trump plans to raise the fate of persecuted publisher Jimmy Lai with Xi Jinping. Simon believes China must resolve the "Jimmy Lai problem" but will likely demand concessions, such as sanctions relief. Lai's release, potentially via a humanitarian or commuted sentence route, would pave the way for the release of hundreds of other Hong Kong dissidents.

Continuing to look at the Beatitudes, we examine those who are persecuted from Matthew 5:10 https://longhollow.com/theforgottenjesuspodcastshownotes

—Sermon text:Matthew 5:9–12

482. The Life of a Disciple: Blessed Are Those Who Are Persecuted for Righteousness' Sake (Week 11) // Sng Peh Han by The City, Singapore

“I just want the Bible. How much does it cost?” First, the young Druze woman tried to access and read her own religion's holy book. But she wasn't allowed to read it. Then she tried to find a Quran. Finally, she came to a church and asked to purchase a Bible, worried she wouldn't have enough money to pay for it. The pastor told her that God's Word is priceless, but that he would give it to her without cost. Shocked, she took the Bible and began to read, eventually giving her life to Jesus. Brother Michael, a gospel worker in the Middle East, will share more of this young woman's powerful story and the Christian persecution she faced from her family while standing firm in Christ. In spite of persecution, even locked in a room, she continued to share the gospel. Learn what it's like to live as a Christian in the Middle East, and what believers face after leaving Muslim or Druze backgrounds to follow Christ. As believers engage in conversations with family and friends, they carefully plant spiritual seeds while testing their listeners' hearts to see if they are ready to go deeper. Brother Michael also shares how he trains and leads discipleship through Discovery Bible Study groups, which are multiplying as new believers share their personal testimonies with family and friends. One group started with nine believers, but today has multiplied into more than twenty groups with 150 believers! Hear how you can pray specifically for Brother Michael and our persecuted Christian family in the Middle East. The International Day of Prayer for Persecuted Christians (IDOP) is next Sunday! The Voice of the Martyrs offers resources to help you and your church pray for persecuted Christians on November 2–and throughout the year. Be sure to watch the new short film telling the story of ongoing Christian persecution in Democratic Republic of Congo—and how God is bringing healing to Christians who've suffered attacks and trauma. Access all the IDOP resources here.

More and more people are talking about Christian persecution in Nigeria, but reports are often conflicting. Some Nigerians--even Nigerian Christians--claim the reports are entirely false. Others claim it's only an ethnic dispute, not a religious one. Some say U.S. leaders are blowing the story out of proportion in order to work our way in and take mineral rights. Still others say it's just a sad story of "bandits" taking advantage of people for financial gain...not anything resembling a Christian-targeted genocide. What's actually going on?In this episode, I sort all of this out with Judd Saul, Executive Director of Equipping the Persecuted. Judd has been on the ground in Nigeria over a period of 10 years and shares his firsthand knowledge of what the reality is. Mentioned in the Show:This episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/xcmibUjT2s8Equipping the Persecuted site: www.equippingthepersecuted.orgTruth Nigeria: www.truthnigeria.comFollow Judd Saul on X: www.x.com/juddsaulFollow Equipping the Persecuted on Facebook: www.facebook.com/EquippingThePersecuted

This past summer, Mark Reiswig, Northwest Christian's 8th grade Bible teacher, travelled with Voice of the Martyrs to Nigeria.  Over the last few years, the encroaching influence of Islam in northern Nigeria has produced a hotbed of persecution -- and, tragically, martyrdom -- for the minority Christian population.  In travelling to Nigeria, Mark knew this would be an intense and insightful trip...but he was not prepared for the things that God showed him..."Kingdom Culture Conversations" is a podcast created through Frameworks, a Biblical worldview initiative of Northwest Christian School.For more information on Frameworks, please visit: https://frameworks.ncsaz.org/For more information on Northwest Christian School, visit: https://www.ncsaz.org/To reach out to Geoff Brown, please email gbrown@ncsaz.org or you can reach him by cell phone: (623)225-5573."Kingdom Culture Conversations" is a podcast created through Frameworks, a Biblical worldview initiative of Northwest Christian School.For more information on Frameworks, please visit: https://frameworks.ncsaz.org/For more information on Northwest Christian School, visit: https://www.ncsaz.org/To reach out to Geoff Brown, please email gbrown@ncsaz.org or you can reach him by cell phone: (623)225-5573.

Peter Herbeck is the Vice President and Director of Missions for Renewal Ministries. Peter oversees the work of lay mission teams throughout the world who work to equip Catholic lay people, bishops, priests, and religious to respond to Blessed Pope John Paul II's call for a new evangelization. He has traveled extensively in the U.S., Canada, Africa, and Eastern Europe for the past thirty years, assisting and training local churches in proclaiming the gospel of Jesus Christ and ministering through the exercise of spiritual gifts.  In this episode, Peter discusses "the Light that shines in the darkness."Fire On the Earth Airs weekdays at 5am and 2pm Pacific Time go to Spiritfilledevents.com you can also get our free app for your Android and Apple devices. Search Spirit Filled Radio to access our radio app. Support the show

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House Speaker Mike Johnson addresses the U.S. government shutdown. Bob Fu and Nina Shea on the ongoing persecution of Christians in China. Joseph Shaw on the crackdown on the Traditional Latin Mass by a growing number of bishops.

Hundreds of thousands of people have been displaced from their homes and their countries amidst war and upheaval in the Middle East. Pastor Abraham and Sara are living as representatives of God's love to displaced people in the Middle East. The ministry can be messy and difficult, yet they persist in demonstrating love in practical ways. And they are seeing great fruit for their ministry. Abraham and Sara will share how one woman—the widow of an imam—had heard all kinds of negative things about Christians. But when she came to the church, she found something very different: people who loved her and helped her. Listen to hear the story of how God answered the woman's prayer within 24 hours, and how a dream led her to commit her life to Jesus. Leaving Islam behind to follow Jesus comes with a cost, though. Abraham and Sara will also share what Christian persecution looks like in the region, including pressure from families or tribes as well as Islamists or government authorities. “We are planting seeds,” Sara says, “we are the tools for His Kingdom.” Pray for Abraham & Sara's ministry as they serve lost and forgotten people in the Middle East and seek to reveal Christ's love for them. The International Day of Prayer for Persecuted Christians (IDOP) is only a few weeks away. The Voice of the Martyrs offers resources to help you and your church pray for persecuted Christians on November 2—and throughout the year. Be sure to watch the new short film telling the story of ongoing persecution in Democratic Republic of Congo—and how God is bringing healing to Christians who've suffered attacks and trauma. Access all the IDOP resources here.

In this episode of Pray the Word on Acts 12:2, David Platt asks God to be merciful towards Christians being persecuted around the world.Listen to our newest podcast, Everyday Radical!Explore more content from Radical.

Today I am talking to a special guest, Annabelle Vaughn, who watched her father get dragged from the front door of their rural Tennessee home four years ago, for the “crime” of conspiracy to protect the unborn. Paul Vaugn, who was interviewed a couple of times on Crosspolitic, was one of the Nashville 11 who was later arrested for helping the others who committed the “crime” of peacefully blocking the entrance to a (now closed) abortion clinic while praying & singing hymns. (BTW, I interviewed four of the Nashville 11 in July of 2024 just BEFORE their sentencing in Nashville, and you can find those episodes in the podcast archives.) As you listen, think of how you might better pray both for the persecuted, as well as the families who are often forgotten, yet also suffer in many ways. . . Contact China Compass Follow and/or message me on Twitter/X (@chinaadventures) where I post (among other things) daily reminders to pray for China.You can also email me @ bfwesten at gmail dot com. Last but not least, to learn more about our ministry endeavors or get one of my missionary biographies, visit PrayGiveGo.us! Why the Prison Pulpit? The goal is to remind everyone to pray for persecuted believers as Hebrews 13:3 teaches us to do (“Remember those in prison, as bound with them, and those who are mistreated, since you also are in the body.”). I’ve done this by sharing imprisoned Pastor Wang Yi’s writings in China, but since we have none of his writings from WITHIN prison walls, I’ve turned to other persecuted ministers who have gone before, such as Richard Wurmbrand, to give us a voice, or reminders, or sermons, from prison. Follow China Compass Subscribe to China Compass on whichever platform you use, including Apple Podcasts! You can also contact me anytime on X: @chinaadventures or via email (bfwesten at gmail dot com). Hebrews 13:3!

In Malaysia, every citizen carries an ID card that includes religion; every person is classified as either “Muslim” or “Non-Muslim.” The Malaysian constitution promises religious freedom and the right to choose one's religion. So what happens if a citizen changes their faith? “Brother Samuel” will answer that question this week on VOM Radio. Born into a Muslim family, he came to know that Jesus was the Son of God, then chose to leave Islam behind to follow Christ. At first, he kept his newfound faith quiet, knowing that being publicly identified as a follower of Jesus could bring all kinds of trouble. But as he grew in faith, he felt convicted about his silence. Jesus had died for him. How could he be unwilling even to acknowledge Christ? Learning of his conversion, Samuel's family encouraged him to dive more deeply into Islamic training and activities. Wanting to honor his father and his family, Samuel agreed to attend Islamic classes. But instead of bringing him back to Mohammed, the training forced him to become more rooted in Biblical truth and more capable at explaining and defending Christian doctrines. In 2018, Samuel began the process of applying for a new national ID card, changing his religion from “Muslim” to “non-Muslim.” Seven years later, his court case is still dragging on. While the most famous case of Christian persecution in Malaysia is the abduction of Pastor Raymond Koh, Samuel says there are hundreds of Christians right now in the same situation he's in: trying to get the government to issue them new ID cards that accurately reflect their faith. Please pray this week for Samuel and for other Christians in Malaysia. Next month is the International Day of Prayer for Persecuted Christians (IDOP). The Voice of the Martyrs has resources to help you and your church pray for persecuted Christians on November 2 and throughout the year, including a new film telling the story of ongoing persecution in Democratic Republic of Congo. Access all VOM's IDOP resources here.

What was Paul's aim in the midst of deadly persecutions and trials? John Piper unpacks the apostle's realism and hope in his encouragements to Timothy.

The assassination of Charlie Kirk They frame Kirk’s death as a political assassination, comparing it to historical killings of JFK, Bobby Kennedy, and Martin Luther King Jr. The hosts emphasize concerns about political violence, the dangers of polarization, and left-wing reactions online. They highlight messages of unity from unexpected voices on the left, such as Cenk Uygur, while contrasting that with those celebrating Kirk’s death. Persecution of Christians in Nigeria Cruz details violence by Boko Haram and ISIS-West Africa, citing statistics of tens of thousands of Christians killed and thousands of churches destroyed. He introduces the Nigeria Religious Freedom Accountability Act of 2025, which seeks to: Classify Nigeria as a “country of particular concern” for religious freedom. Keep Boko Haram and ISIS-West Africa labeled as terrorist groups. Sanction Nigerian officials complicit in persecution. The discussion connects this to broader issues of U.S. foreign policy, criticizing past administrations (especially Obama and Biden) for not doing enough to defend persecuted Christians. Tucker Carlson’s controversial statements Carlson’s remarks about offering condolences to Osama bin Laden’s family, questioning Hamas’s designation as a terrorist group, and sympathetic portrayals of Russia and Iran are strongly criticized. Cruz and Ferguson accuse Carlson of moral relativism, equating his views with those of progressive politicians like Ilhan Omar or Rashida Tlaib. They reaffirm that groups like Hamas, al-Qaeda, and ISIS are terrorist organizations, citing both U.S. and international designations as well as historical attacks. Please Hit Subscribe to this podcast Right Now. Also Please Subscribe to the 47 Morning Update with Ben Ferguson and The Ben Ferguson Show Podcast Wherever You get You're Podcasts. And don't forget to follow the show on Social Media so you never miss a moment! Thanks for Listening YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruz/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/verdictwithtedcruz X: https://x.com/tedcruz X: https://x.com/benfergusonshowYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.