Podcasts about Persecution

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FULL EPISODE: https://taking-the-land.supercast.com/subscriber_v2/episodes/952752A church kid chases his drug-dealing father, joins a gang to prove he's a “man,” and ends up running from the law. Then a mother's fasting, a stepdad's mercy, and a pastor's direct challenge collide into a real conversion.PREMIUM SUBSCRIPTION for WORLD EVANGELISM:•NO ADS, Early releases, Full-Length Testimony Tuesdays• ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe for only $3/month on Supercast⁠: https://taking-the-land.supercast.com/⁠• ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe for only $3.99/month on Spotify⁠: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taking-the-land/subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠• ⁠Subscribe for only $4.99/month on Apple Podcasts⁠: https://apple.co/4owjo5ZIn this Testimony Tuesday episode of Taking the Land, Pastor Joe Albert Hernandez shares how God pulled him out of drugs, jail, and a fatherless identity crisis, and then launched him into pioneering in Detroit, a hard season in Baltimore, and finally missionary work in Cambodia.PERRY DOMINGUEZ ON TESTIMONY TUESDAY: https://youtu.be/BcSwXAdpgwAYou'll also hear what life is like in Cambodia (97% Buddhist), why it's unusually open to missionaries, what persecution looks like for young converts, and why the next chapter is raising indigenous workers to take the land.If you're a prodigal, a pastor in a hard season, or someone sensing a call to the nations, this one will grab you by the collar in the best way.Chapters00:00 In Cambodia: Why This Nation Is Wide Open04:49 Church Kid to Gang Life10:20 Jail, Running, and the Prodigal Realization14:41 A Mother's Fast and a Stepdad's Mercy19:10 Spiritual Fatherhood and Real Discipleship23:41 True Conversion: Changed DesiresPREMIUM ONLY:38:52 “Yes or No?” — The Call to Preach49:56 Detroit, Baltimore, and Hard Lessons55:49 The Cambodia Burden Returns1:01:44 Raising Indigenous Workers1:09:30 Persecution, Revelation, and Prayer PointsShow NotesALL PROCEEDS GO TO WORLD EVANGELISMLocate a CFM Church near you: https://cfmmap.orgWe need five-star reviews! Tell the world what you think about this podcast at:• Apple Podcasts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://apple.co/3vy1s5b• Podchaser: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/taking-the-land-cfm-sermon-pod-43369v

In this episode, we explore the life of St. Cyprian, a prominent figure in 3rd-century Carthage who became a bishop after a dramatic conversion and faced the Roman Empire's persecution of Christians. We discuss his influential work, 'On the Unity of the Church,' which argues for the indivisible nature of the church and remains a foundational text in Christian theology.Chapters00:00 Introduction to St. Cyprian01:41 Early Life and Conversion03:02 Persecution and the Lapsed06:33 On the Unity of the Church10:25 The Role of Bishops15:13 Persecution and Martyrdom

by Elder Chris McCool, Pastor (preached on February 8, 2026) In this sermon, we continue our study of the theology of government in our ongoing exposition of the Book of Romans. As we did in the previous sermon, we begin in Romans 13:1 and explore the idea of the separation that ought to exist between...

Revelation 2:8-11 - Speaker: Jotham Manoranjan - This week, we are exploring Jesus's letter to the Church of Smyrna, the second of the seven churches in Revelation 2-3. The Christians in Smyrna were facing persecution for their faith in Jesus, and their troubles were about to intensify. What words of comfort and encouragement does Jesus have for a church facing poverty, imprisonment, and even death? And what might we be able to learn from this? This passage reveals two important truths about who Jesus is, which embolden Christians in all ages to not fear, but to be faithful, even unto death. For us, let's take heed of the repeated words in each of these seven letters: “He who has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says to the churches.”

Living faithfully in a culture hostile to Christ isn't easy—just ask the church in Pergamum (a.k.a. "Satan's City"). We'll discover that the greatest danger to the church isn't always external persecution, but internal compromise. But Jesus promises faithfulness will be rewarded. It will be worth it all.If we are going to remain faithful in Satan's city, there are three realities we cannot ignore...1) The pressure we face2) The danger we harbor3) The reward we receiveText: Revelation 2:12-17

What if your problems aren't crushing you but growing you? In this message, Lead Pastor Jamie Nunnally teaches us how to face suffering as he shares about Jesus's letter to the church in Smyrna.Smyrna had been destroyed in 600 BC and rebuilt by Alexander the Great around 300 BC. When this letter was written, Smyrna was the center of emperor worship in Asia Minor. Christians were seen as suspicious, unpatriotic, and disruptive because they refused to join civic rituals. Persecution wasn't occasional—it was daily life. Believers faced exclusion, job loss, harassment, slander, and even death.Revelation 2:8–9 (NLT)Suffering (thlipsis) means "affliction, tribulation, persecution"—literally, "crushing pressure." Jesus says, "I know your poverty"—extreme poverty in a rich city, caused by persecution.One of Smyrna's main exports was myrrh, a fragrant oil made by crushing the myrrh tree. In the same way, Christians were being crushed by persecution and poverty.Citizens were expected to burn incense before Caesar's image and say, "Caesar is Lord." Jesus also mentions a group claiming to be Jews who were actively persecuting Christians.Revelation 2:10 (NLT)"Ten" symbolizes completeness—their suffering would be limited and measured. Jesus promises a "crown of life": be faithful unto death and receive the reward.Revelation 2:11; 20:14–15The second death—the Lake of Fire—is the final judgment for the devil, demons, and those who reject Jesus. Christians die once and live twice. Unbelievers live once and die twice.What does this mean for us?1. God sees your suffering.We all face "thlipsis"—crushing pressure. Suffering isn't a sign of God's absence but the promise of His nearness.2 Corinthians 4:17–18 reminds us our present troubles are small and temporary, producing eternal glory. If you navigate suffering with God, temporary pain becomes eternal reward.2. Don't measure spiritual success by worldly wealth.Jesus called Smyrna "rich." Heaven measures wealth differently.Luke 12:15—life isn't measured by what you own.1 Timothy 6:18–19—be rich in good works.The world counts possessions; Heaven counts faithfulness.3. Sometimes idolatry isn't a god, but a government.Smyrna's temptation was emperor worship. Christians should be informed and involved, but the political process isn't the world's savior. Make political opinions subject to God's Word.4. Real faith leads to resolute faithfulness.Talent gets applause; faithfulness gets a crown (1 Peter 1:7).Faith that only works when life works isn't real faith.When suffering comes, it may not stop immediately. But God fills you with His love, peace, joy, and presence. What was meant to destroy you loses its power to define you.John 16:33—In this world you will have trials, but take heart; Jesus has overcome the world.Jesus is the solution to your suffering. He is faithful to you. Remain faithful to Him, and you will receive the crown of life.Will you be faithful like the believers in Smyrna?

This week, Pastor Jeff continues a series in the book of Acts named ACTS: The Mission of God is Our Mission. The next message in the series is based in Acts 14:1-28 and is entitled "Persecution and Perseverance." The main idea of the sermon is: As the gospel moves into the Gentile world, Paul and Barnabas proclaim the gospel and shepherd the souls of the saints while persevering through persecution.———————— Connect with Us: Website: parkwoodonline.org Facebook: facebook.com/parkwoodonline Instagram: instagram.com/parkwoodonlineCheck out more resources and sermons online at: parkwoodonline.org

Liz Gunn sits down with Dr David Cartland, a respected and deeply caring, ethical family doctor with impeccable qualifications (BMedSci 1st class, MBChB, MRCGP).David bravely spoke out against lockdowns, masks, PCR 'over-cycling', and mRNA COVID injections.The Hounds of Hell were unleashed upon him for his deep courage and personal integrity.This is a story of institutional bullying, loss of livelihood, and one man's unyielding commitment to his patients, to humanity's better future and above all, to Truth.Twitter/X Post: Masks the ultimate IQ test! Hypoxia, hypercapnia, a Petri dish and a Cochrane review shows Meta-analysis that they don't work!: https://x.com/cartlanddavid/status/1827609950761189697?s=46Sign the Dr David Cartland Petition: https://www.change.org/p/demand-justice-for-dr-david-cartlandTwitter/X: https://x.com/cartlanddavidInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr_david_cartlandYouTube https://youtube.com/@davidcartlandSubstack: https://substack.com/@drdavidcartlandWebsite: https://www.drdavidcartland.com/GiveSendGo Campaign: https://www.givesendgo.com/davidlegalBooks:Do No Harm: Diaries of a 'Vaccinated' Antivaxxer (Amazon): https://amzn.eu/d/0czQQIB3A Doctor's Despair: Second Edition (Amazon): https://amzn.eu/d/05NMEIXUSupport FreeNZ:Substack: https://freenz.substack.com/Locals: https://freenz.locals.comBuy Me A Coffee: www.buymeacoffee.com/supportfreenzKo-fi: https://ko-fi.com/freenzhttps://freenz.carrd.coAffiliates:Dioxi Care - Chlorine Dioxide based Oral Care, Skin Care & Veterinary & Wound Care: https://frontierpharm.com/?sca_ref=9717384.brQladA5pgSnoot Spray - Chlorine Dioxide based Nasal Cleaner: https://www.snootspray.com/?sca_ref=9667634.AV2NJQvGlTNavigate the matrix with this 2026 Year of the Fire Horse Numerology & Astrology Calendar: https://gumroad.com/a/809846675/itcfmgWide Awake Media - Freedom T-Shirts: https://wideawake.clothing/en-nz?sca_ref=9458851.1aXfjvGDqL

Revelation 12 presents a cosmic conflict spanning from heaven to earth, culminating in Satan's definitive defeat and expulsion from heaven, where he had previously held access as the accuser of believers. The chapter reveals that victory over Satan is secured not by human strength but through the blood of the Lamb, the faithful testimony of believers, and their willingness to endure even unto death, demonstrating that spiritual warfare is won by divine power and faith. Though Satan is cast down to earth with great wrath, knowing his time is short, God protects His people Israel through miraculous provision and divine intervention, as seen in the imagery of the woman fleeing to the wilderness with eagle's wings and the earth swallowing the flood meant to destroy her. The ultimate triumph of God's people is assured, as Satan's final defeat is sealed at the end of the millennium when he is cast into the lake of fire, while believers are called to resist him daily through prayer, the Word of God, and reliance on Christ's redemptive power, living in the confidence of eternal victory.

Today I want to talk about how we are going to handle the coming persecution against Christians. Someone close to me encountered persecution last week and I have been hearing hints of it in other places. This is not something to put off, but to prepare for so you will be able to stand strong. A discussion of persecuted ones who went before us. What I believe the Word shows us happens to martyrs, the ultimate persecution, and a discussion of grief and sorrow and how the Lord will carry that for you - there will be much grief and much loss and sorrow in what is coming. Are you ready? Illustration by RJPP on Pixabay, used with permission.

Welcome to the first-ever episode of the Boom Shakalaka Podcast. In this maiden voyage, we unpack the meaning behind the name, why it matters, and what kind of conversations this podcast exists to host. Boom Shakalaka became a way to say, “This is important—pay attention.” And that tone carries throughout the episode. This conversation dives into a topic that is rarely preached, rarely welcomed, but deeply Biblical … persecution.The Boom Shakalaka PodcastOur mission is to love One More to Jesus and encourage each other to grow. One way we do that is by breaking down our best boom shaka laka moments at Heritage so we can grow in knowledge of God's Word together. Visit Heritage Church

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In this episode, Matt Rhodes discusses how to reorient our thinking about persecution in global missions. Matt Rhodes grew up in San Diego, California, and has lived in North Africa since 2011. He and his wife, Kim, serve as part of a church-planting team to a previously unengaged people group. He is also the author of 'Persecution in Missions: A Practical Theology' from Crossway. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Read the full transcript of this episode.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ❖ Listen to “The Problem with Modern Missions" with Matt Rhodes: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  ⁠Apple Podcasts⁠ | ⁠Spotify⁠ | ⁠YouTube⁠ If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to leave us a review, which helps us spread the word about the show.

Send us a textWe live our lives at the intersection of what we can control and what we can't.  We can control our attitude, thoughts, and the choices we make each day- but we cannot control the attitudes, actions, or decisions of others.  On this edition of Finish Strong, we explore the wisdom of knowing when to “hold on” and when to “let go!”Support the showFearless Faith Websiteffaith.orgTo leave a review - Open Finish Strong on the Apple Podcast app and scroll down until you see "Ratings & Reviews". There will be a link to click so that you can "Write A Review"FacebookYouTubeInstagram

Blessed Are — Bruises to Blessings Description: In this message from the Blessed Are series, Pastor Eric addresses a bruised and grieving moment in our nation and calls the church to see suffering through the lens of Jesus' words: “Blessed are you…” Drawing from the Beatitudes and the Sermon on the Mount, he explains that blessing is not the absence of pain but the presence of God's redeeming purpose within it. Pastor Eric reflects on persecution, reviling, and being maligned for righteousness' sake, showing how cultural hostility toward biblical convictions is not new—and should not surprise believers. He emphasizes that following Christ means obedience to God over approval from men, even when that obedience leads to suffering, misunderstanding, or loss. The message presses the church to resist fear, self-censorship, and compromise, and instead walk faithfully as ambassadors of Christ. At the heart of the sermon is Isaiah 52–53, where the first and greatest bruise to blessing is revealed. Jesus Christ was wounded, bruised, rejected, and slain for our transgressions so that peace with God could be offered freely to sinners. Pastor Eric shows that Christ's suffering was purposeful, voluntary, and victorious—and that all who trust Him receive forgiveness, new life, and eternal hope. From Acts, 1 Peter, 2 Timothy, 2 Corinthians, and Hebrews 11, the message broadens to include both persecution and everyday hardship. Whether suffering comes through public hostility, personal loss, disability, sickness, or injustice, God redeems it for His glory when we keep an eternal perspective. Bruises do not have the final word—blessings do. Key Scriptures (NKJV): Matthew 5:3–12; Isaiah 52:13–53:12; Acts 5:29–42; 1 Peter 4:12–16; 2 Timothy 3:12; 2 Corinthians 4:16–18; Hebrews 11:35–40. Highlights: Why Jesus calls the persecuted blessed, not defeated. Biblical conviction vs. political labeling: living as a biblicist. Christ's bruising as the ultimate path to blessing (Isaiah 53). Peace with God purchased through the suffering of Jesus. Obeying God rather than men when faith is costly. Persecution in many forms: slander, exclusion, loss, hardship. Keeping an eternal perspective when life wounds deeply. The call to leave a legacy of faithfulness, not fear. Next Steps: Ask God to help you see your current bruises through an eternal lens. Thank Him for the suffering of Christ that secured your salvation. Pray for courage to live faithfully without compromise, and for grace to respond to opposition with truth, love, and endurance. Choose this week to rejoice—not in the pain—but in the promise that God is turning bruises into blessings for His glory.

H.W. Brands describes how following Poland's invasion, Lindbergh utilizes his fame to broadcast radio speeches opposing intervention, influenced by his father's WWI persecution and skepticism of British imperial motives.

Title: Preaching and Persecution Preacher: Mark Dever Series: The Church Begins Passage: Acts 3:1-4:37

The survival and restoration of the nation of Israel is one of the most outstanding and thought-provoking confirmations of Bible prophecy. In this Watchman Report, we explore the inspiring and exceptional history of God's chosen people. From their ancient promises to Abraham, through centuries of dispersion and persecution, to their miraculous regathering in 1948, the story of Israel stands as a powerful witness to the reality of God and the truth of His Word. This presentation offers an insightful, Scripture-based exposition of why Israel exists today against all odds and what this means for our understanding of biblical prophecy.**Chapters:**00:00 - Introduction00:28 - The Modern Phenomenon of Israel01:08 - The Ancient Promise to Abraham02:20 - The Warning of Scattering03:32 - Disobedience and Exile04:09 - Persecution and Survival Through History05:25 - The Holocaust and National Rebirth06:30 - The War for Independence07:18 - A Miraculous Victory08:05 - Modern Conflicts and Survival08:27 - Bible Prophecy Fulfilled09:51 - Israel as God's Witness10:35 - The Promise of Future Fulfillment11:11 - Conclusion**Bible Verses Featured:**

Acts 12:1-5 "What to do in Times of Persecution?"  Pastor Wes Holland, preaching.

The Church did not begin with a plan. It began with a prayer. In this series through the Book of Acts, we follow the earliest followers of Jesus, ordinary people transformed by His love, united by His mission, and empowered by His Spirit. This is the story of how the Church was established and how the movement continues through us today.

In this China Fahui experience sharing, an elderly practitioner redressed the city, Public Security Bureaus, and prison authorities, while clarifying the truth about their illegal actions in the death of her imprisoned husband.Original Articles:1. China Fahui | Seeking Redress for My Imprisoned Husband and Clarifying the Truth About the Persecution (Part 2) To provide feedback on this podcast, please email us at feedback@minghuiradio.org

This Thinking Talmudist podcast episode by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe (TORCH, Houston) explores the deeply tragic narratives in Gittin 58a, focusing on the suffering of Jewish children during the destructions of the First and Second Temples under Babylonian and Roman oppression. These stories, drawn from the Talmud and linked to verses in Lamentations, Deuteronomy, and Psalms, depict horrific acts: Babylonian killings leaving vast amounts of children's brains on stones (with divine retribution promised), Roman aristocrats abusing beautiful Jewish boys for immoral purposes (tying them to beds instead of using images on rings), and mass burnings in Betar where children were wrapped in Torah scrolls and set ablaze. Rabbi Wolbe stresses that these accounts are not for blame but for spiritual growth—learning lessons from history, avoiding assimilation, and embracing the Torah as life's "owner's manual" to maximize connection with God.He highlights redemptive moments amid the pain, such as Rabbi Yehoshua ben Hanania redeeming a brilliant, beautiful captive boy who becomes a great sage, and the heartbreaking sibling tragedy of Rabbi Yishmael's children (nearly forced into incestuous marriage before recognition and death). The episode ties these to modern reflections: Holocaust survivor family experiences, recent hostage resilience (direct prayer to Hashem without intermediaries), and the Jewish mission to bring God-consciousness to the world despite persecution.Ultimately, Rabbi Wolbe inspires listeners to respond to suffering with increased Torah observance, mitzvot (even small ones sparking chains of good), and joyful Shabbat preparation—welcoming the "Shabbos Queen" as Israel's eternal partner. Rather than finger-pointing, the focus is personal teshuva, identity pride (e.g., visible payot), and trusting Hashem shares our pain._____________The Thinking Talmudist Podcast shares select teachings of Talmud in a fresh, insightful and meaningful way. Many claim that they cannot learn Talmud because it is in ancient Aramaic or the concepts are too difficult. Well, no more excuses. In this podcast you will experience the refreshing and eye-opening teachings while gaining an amazing appreciation for the divine wisdom of the Torah and the depths of the Talmud._____________This Podcast Series is Generously Underwritten by David & Susan MarbinRecorded at TORCH Meyerland in the Levin Family Studios (B) to a live audience on January 30, 2026, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on February 6, 2026_____________Listen, Subscribe & Share: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/thinking-talmudist-podcast-rabbi-aryeh-wolbe/id1648951154Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0cZ7q9bGYSBYSPQfJvwgzmShare your questions at aw@torchweb.org or visit torchweb.org for more Torah content._____________About the Host:Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe, Director of TORCH in Houston, brings decades of Torah scholarship to guide listeners in applying Jewish wisdom to daily life.  To directly send your questions, comments, and feedback, please email: awolbe@torchweb.org_____________Support Our Mission:Help us share Jewish wisdom globally by sponsoring an episode at torchweb.org. Your support makes a difference!_____________Listen MoreOther podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Hey Rabbi! Podcast: https://heyrabbi.transistor.fm/episodesPrayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at http://podcast.torchweb.org_____________Keywords:#Talmud, #Gittin, #BetarDestruction, #Gittin, #Beitar, #owners, #manual, #Shabbosqueen,#JewishHistory, #Roman, #Persecution, #Tragedy, #Jewish, #Suffering, #ShabbatQueen ★ Support this podcast ★

Episode 205 - Anthony Basso joins host, Nathanael Rea, to explore the early history of the Church, focusing on the Apostolic Age and its significance in shaping Christian identity. The hosts discuss the challenges faced by early Christians, including persecution and the establishment of a distinct Christian identity separate from Judaism. They highlight the growth of the Church, the role of the apostles, and the eventual transition to the Patristic Age, emphasizing the importance of understanding this historical context for contemporary faith.TakeawaysChurch history is messy, with growth and decline.The Apostolic Age marks the foundation of the Church.Christianity became distinct from Judaism during this era.Persecution was a significant challenge for early Christians.The Church grew rapidly, with 40% growth each decade.Christians were known for their radical generosity.The identity of Christians was forged in opposition to both Jews and Romans.The role of the apostles was crucial in establishing early communities.The transition to the Patristic Age was marked by the Council of Nicaea.Understanding early Church history helps contextualize modern faith.

This Thinking Talmudist podcast episode by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe (TORCH, Houston) explores the deeply tragic narratives in Gittin 58a, focusing on the suffering of Jewish children during the destructions of the First and Second Temples under Babylonian and Roman oppression. These stories, drawn from the Talmud and linked to verses in Lamentations, Deuteronomy, and Psalms, depict horrific acts: Babylonian killings leaving vast amounts of children's brains on stones (with divine retribution promised), Roman aristocrats abusing beautiful Jewish boys for immoral purposes (tying them to beds instead of using images on rings), and mass burnings in Betar where children were wrapped in Torah scrolls and set ablaze. Rabbi Wolbe stresses that these accounts are not for blame but for spiritual growth—learning lessons from history, avoiding assimilation, and embracing the Torah as life's "owner's manual" to maximize connection with God.He highlights redemptive moments amid the pain, such as Rabbi Yehoshua ben Hanania redeeming a brilliant, beautiful captive boy who becomes a great sage, and the heartbreaking sibling tragedy of Rabbi Yishmael's children (nearly forced into incestuous marriage before recognition and death). The episode ties these to modern reflections: Holocaust survivor family experiences, recent hostage resilience (direct prayer to Hashem without intermediaries), and the Jewish mission to bring God-consciousness to the world despite persecution.Ultimately, Rabbi Wolbe inspires listeners to respond to suffering with increased Torah observance, mitzvot (even small ones sparking chains of good), and joyful Shabbat preparation—welcoming the "Shabbos Queen" as Israel's eternal partner. Rather than finger-pointing, the focus is personal teshuva, identity pride (e.g., visible payot), and trusting Hashem shares our pain._____________The Thinking Talmudist Podcast shares select teachings of Talmud in a fresh, insightful and meaningful way. Many claim that they cannot learn Talmud because it is in ancient Aramaic or the concepts are too difficult. Well, no more excuses. In this podcast you will experience the refreshing and eye-opening teachings while gaining an amazing appreciation for the divine wisdom of the Torah and the depths of the Talmud._____________This Podcast Series is Generously Underwritten by David & Susan MarbinRecorded at TORCH Meyerland in the Levin Family Studios (B) to a live audience on January 30, 2026, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on February 6, 2026_____________Listen, Subscribe & Share: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/thinking-talmudist-podcast-rabbi-aryeh-wolbe/id1648951154Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0cZ7q9bGYSBYSPQfJvwgzmShare your questions at aw@torchweb.org or visit torchweb.org for more Torah content._____________About the Host:Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe, Director of TORCH in Houston, brings decades of Torah scholarship to guide listeners in applying Jewish wisdom to daily life.  To directly send your questions, comments, and feedback, please email: awolbe@torchweb.org_____________Support Our Mission:Help us share Jewish wisdom globally by sponsoring an episode at torchweb.org. Your support makes a difference!_____________Listen MoreOther podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Hey Rabbi! Podcast: https://heyrabbi.transistor.fm/episodesPrayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at http://podcast.torchweb.org_____________Keywords:#Talmud, #Gittin, #BetarDestruction, #Gittin, #Beitar, #owners, #manual, #Shabbosqueen,#JewishHistory, #Roman, #Persecution, #Tragedy, #Jewish, #Suffering, #ShabbatQueen ★ Support this podcast ★

In this China Fahui experience sharing, an elderly practitioner redressed the city, Public Security Bureaus, and prison authorities, while clarifying the truth about their illegal actions in the death of her imprisoned husband.Original Articles:1. China Fahui | Seeking Redress for My Imprisoned Husband and Clarifying the Truth About the Persecution (Part 1)To provide feedback on this podcast, please email us at feedback@minghuiradio.org

"Timlar Kovalchuk" (Koh-vul-chook) (A pseudonym used to protect him and others.) has been actively involved as a missionary in evangelism for many years to Muslims in Central Asia. Jim began by mentioning a sobering text he recently received from Timlar. It began with Hebrews 13:3: "Remember them that are in bonds, as bound with them; and them which suffer adversity, as being yourselves also in the body." The text also talked about a contact in Central Asia and how 11 brothers in Christ had been martyred. Government forces are raping women and children, especially targeting Christians. Additionally, the main market in Iran was torched to teach a lesson to the merchants whom the Ayatollah blames the uprising on. Timlar brought more details for listeners, noting that believers are always target number one due to the fact that with faith in Christ also comes a love for God's people and Israel. Many are killed, with most being men. The women are violated and their bodies burned to dispose of the evidence. What's going on appears to be at Stalin, Hitler or Mao levels, or as Timlar indicated, it's at least at the beginning stages. So listen to this program and get the on-the-ground information you won't get elsewhere, including Timlar's update on Ukraine.

– World News Briefing– Persecution in China– Falun Dafa Practitioners in Finland Stand in Solidarity with Victims of Persecution Worldwide – Shen Yun Continues to Fill Venues in Taiwan To provide feedback on this podcast, please email us at feedback@minghuiradio.org

"Timlar Kovalchuk" (Koh-vul-chook) (A pseudonym used to protect him and others.) has been actively involved as a missionary in evangelism for many years to Muslims in Central Asia. Jim began by mentioning a sobering text he recently received from Timlar. It began with Hebrews 13:3: "Remember them that are in bonds, as bound with them; and them which suffer adversity, as being yourselves also in the body." The text also talked about a contact in Central Asia and how 11 brothers in Christ had been martyred. Government forces are raping women and children, especially targeting Christians. Additionally, the main market in Iran was torched to teach a lesson to the merchants whom the Ayatollah blames the uprising on. Timlar brought more details for listeners, noting that believers are always target number one due to the fact that with faith in Christ also comes a love for God's people and Israel. Many are killed, with most being men. The women are violated and their bodies burned to dispose of the evidence. What's going on appears to be at Stalin, Hitler or Mao levels, or as Timlar indicated, it's at least at the beginning stages. So listen to this program and get the on-the-ground information you won't get elsewhere, including Timlar's update on Ukraine.

Join David Heavener and Stan Lovins as they delve into the challenges and spiritual warfare faced by true Christians in today's world. This episode of 'David Heavener Live' explores the reality of Christian persecution, the power of the Holy Spirit, and the necessity of choosing between God's system and the world's system. Through personal stories and scriptural insights, this discussion sheds light on the trials of living a genuine Christian life and the need for a revival that transcends traditional forms.

Send me a DM here (it doesn't let me respond), OR email me: imagineabetterworld2020@gmail.comToday I'm honored and excited to have on the show for a second time: Renowned and published author and writer, independent researcher, investigator and reporter, public speaker and educator, whistleblower to whistleblowers of ritual abuse, mind control and organized abuse, one of my personal inspirations, a man who has inspired many of you, and a man who was way before his time who has pioneered the survivor movement in ways that are just now starting to truly be recognized: Fritz SpringmeierA little bit about Fritz if you are new here and what we will be discussing today: In the depths of humanity's darkest hour, when shadows of control threaten to extinguish the human spirit, a single flame rises - unquenchable, unbreakable, eternal. That flame is Fritz Springmeier, the fearless whistleblower, the tireless warrior of truth, and the radiant beacon who has given hope to the hopeless, healing to the broken, and courage to the silenced.Born into a world of hidden chains, Fritz saw what others refused to see: generations of elite bloodlines wielding unimaginable power through trauma-based mind control, ritual abuse, and a relentless agenda to enslave the soul. With the fire of conviction burning in his heart, he refused to remain silent. Armed only with relentless research, a Master's degree in English, and an unshakable faith in God and human freedom, he forged masterpieces that would become lifelines for survivors trapped in unimaginable darkness.His groundbreaking collaboration with survivor Cisco Wheeler, The Illuminati Formula Used to Create an Undetectable Total Mind Controlled Slave, became more than a book - it became salvation. For countless men and women fractured by MONARCH programming, dissociation, and ritual horror, Fritz's words offered the first glimpse of light: validation that their pain was real, explanations that shattered the lies, and practical pathways toward deprogramming and recovery. Survivors who once believed escape was impossible found in his work the map to reclaim their minds, their identities, and their lives. "Undetectable no more" - his message echoes as a battle cry of liberation, turning victims into empowered warriors who rise to tell their stories and break the cycle of abuse.As a captivating lecturer through The Prophecy Club and beyond, Fritz's voice thundered across stages, demystifying occult symbols, numerology, and elite manipulations. He inspired generations - from researchers to everyday awakeners - to question, to seek, to fight. His influence ripples through the works of visionaries and endures in archives, forums, and hearts, even as engineered crises test humanity's resolve.Persecution came, as it always does for those who threaten the shadows. False charges, a conviction, years behind bars - yet Fritz emerged unbroken, his spirit forged stronger in the fire. Many see these trials as the ultimate proof of his impact: the powerful fear only those who refuse to yield. From his currently sanctuary, he continues his divine calling - to dismantle the New World Order and restore sovereignty to every soul.Today, with Fritz at the helm, we will be beginning a discussion around programming and trauma-based mind control - painting the bigger picture of it's origins and history, what it is, the reason for it's continued proliferation, and the conspiracy Fritz is no ordinary man. He is humanity's champion, a living testament that one voice raised in truth can shatter chains, heal wounds, and ignite revolutions of the spirit. To survivors, he is the first hand extended in the abyss, whispering, "You are not alone. You can hSupport the show

The world our kids are growing up in is more hostile to the Christian faith than when we were young. And it's likely to get worse.Parents, grandparents and others know this. But how do you speak to kids about persecution when you yourself know little about it yourselves?The Christian Emergency Podcast is here to help. In this encore episode, learn basic insights into persecution that you can share with kids and teenagers. How do you prepare for persecution? What does persecution look like? Are there really blessings that come from persecution? As we tackle these and other issues, you will be better suited to help the kids and teenagers in your life stand under pressure, and not compromise their faith.  The Christian Emergency Podcast is a production of the Christian Emergency Alliance.  Learn more about the Christian Emergency Alliance at www.ChristianEmergency.com.

Sunday evening message from the pulpit of Falls Baptist Church

Pastor Jeff Watts teaching on Luke 21:10-19.

What started as a single documentary has grown into a much bigger conversation about homeopathy and its place in modern medicine. Kim Elia, executive producer of Introducing Homeopathy, reflects on how the film's reach has fueled new interest in homeopathy and inspired his next project, Investigating Homeopathy. He discusses why the new film focuses on the persecution of practitioners, sharing stories like those of Dr. George Guess and veterinarian Margo Roman. The conversation also touches on the importance of acknowledging both criticism and support for homeopathy, including recognition from prominent figures. Kim shares what's ahead and why continued support matters as the work moves forward. Episode Highlights: 03:39 - Update on Investigating Homeopathy 05:25 - Persecution of Homeopathy 07:45 - Interview with Dr. George Guess 09:40 - Meeting Margo Roman 10:22 - Theme of the Pilot: Persecution and Advocacy 12:09 - Reasons to Investigate Homeopathy 13:35 - Clip Introduction 15:49 - Hollywood Blockbuster on Hahnemann's Life 18:01 - Story Elements of the Film 21:29 - Kim's Work Ethic and Community Support 23:05 - Homeopathy in Action Series 28:16 - Investigating Homeopathy Preview About my Guests: Kim Elia was inspired to study homeopathy when he read Gandhi's quote, “Homœopathy cures a greater percentage of cases than any other method of treatment. Homœopathy is the latest and most refined method of treating patients economically and non-violently.” He wondered why Gandhi, a champion of Indian tradition, would be touting homeopathy so highly, when India has such a long history of using Ayurvedic medicine, and he subsequently embarked on a lifelong homeopathic journey.  Since 1987 Kim has studied with many great homeopathic educators. He has lectured and trained homeopaths across the globe. He was the principal instructor and developer of the four year classical homeopathy program at the Hahnemann Academy in Tokyo and Osaka, Japan. An archive of Kim's popular classes can be found on the WholeHealthNow website.  Kim has been involved with software development for over two decades. With a team of homeopaths Kim has created Homeopathic HouseCall, an online app used for homeopathic first aid and acute care. He also established an online telehealth platform that allows practitioners to safely and securely offer homeopathic care from any location. AND, he has recently completed an exciting project he has long dreamed of, a feature length film about homeopathy that will help us to introduce our great healing art to the public at large, with the objective of having homeopathy become a household word. New Series Update: Investigating Homeopathy Watch the trailer for the new pilot episode here: https://www.youtube.com/@IntroducingHomeopathyFilm A shorter trailer for the film is available here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cK5LY-AIp-o Upcoming Free Series: Homeopathy in Action Upcoming Projects Page: https://introducinghomeopathy.com/en/upcoming-projects/ Film Website: https://introducinghomeopathy.com/en/ Social Media Links: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/introducinghomeopathy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/introduinghomeopathy/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@IntroducingHomeopathyFilm If you would like to support the Homeopathy Hangout Podcast, please consider making a donation by visiting www.EugenieKruger.com and click the DONATE button at the top of the site. Every donation about $10 will receive a shout-out on a future episode. Join my Homeopathy Hangout Podcast Facebook community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/HelloHomies Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/eugeniekrugerhomeopathy/ Here is the link to my free 30-minute Homeopathy@Home online course: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vqBUpxO4pZQ&t=438s Upon completion of the course - and if you live in Australia - you can join my Facebook group for free acute advice (you'll need to answer a couple of questions about the course upon request to join): www.facebook.com/groups/eughom        

This week, we begin a new series in Acts, Preaching and Persecution. In Acts 7, we see Stephen's sermon recounting the history of Israel and their repeated resistance of the Holy Spirit. Pastor Eric shares three points from the text: 1) The Story of God's People 2) The Resistance of Man 3) The Faithfulness of God

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PREVIEW FOR LATER TODAY Guest: Mariam Wahaba. Wahaba discusses the ongoing persecution of Coptic Christians in Egypt.1879

1 Peter 5:6-14 (ESV)Andrew, Isack, and Edwin talk about the real enemy behind all the suffering in Peter's letter and our need to humbly resist and resist with humility.Read the written devo that goes along with this episode by clicking here.    Let us know what you are learning or any questions you have. Email us at TextTalk@ChristiansMeetHere.org.    Join the Facebook community and join the conversation by clicking here. We'd love to meet you. Be a guest among the Christians who meet on Livingston Avenue. Click here to find out more. Michael Eldridge sang all four parts of our theme song. Find more from him by clicking here.   Thanks for talking about the text with us today.________________________________________________If the hyperlinks do not work, copy the following addresses and paste them into the URL bar of your web browser: Daily Written Devo: https://readthebiblemakedisciples.wordpress.com/?p=24266The Christians Who Meet on Livingston Avenue: http://www.christiansmeethere.org/Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/TalkAboutTheTextFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/texttalkMichael Eldridge: https://acapeldridge.com/ 

1. Life in Cuba Before and After the Revolution At first, many Cubans—including Sonia’s family—believed Fidel Castro would bring hope and equality. Very quickly, Castro imposed strict control, destroyed economic freedom, and made the entire population equally poor. 2. The Reality of Communist Cuba Universal poverty: Everyone was paid the same and had almost nothing—food shortages, basic needs unmet. State surveillance: Every neighborhood had assigned informants who monitored households and reported any anti‑government sentiment. Restrictions on daily life: Cubans were barred from renting boats, traveling, or accessing certain services, even if they had citizenship elsewhere. 3. Persecution and Indoctrination Sonia witnessed the regime executing and imprisoning dissenters. Castro used propaganda to turn children against their families, encouraging them to report relatives critical of the government. Schools were forced to teach pro‑communist, pro‑Castro ideology. 4. Family Resistance Sonia’s mother (a teacher) was ordered to teach communist doctrine. Rather than comply, she pretended to have a mental breakdown so she could be removed from teaching, since quitting was illegal. Sonia herself resisted the regime and was repeatedly detained, imprisoned for days, and disappeared without her family knowing her whereabouts. 5. Life After Leaving Cuba Sonia left in 1962 but returned over the years with suitcases of medicine, food, clothing, and household essentials—items extremely scarce in Cuba. She often left behind even her own clothes because relatives in Cuba lacked basics like underwear and bedsheets. 6. The Illusion Presented to Foreign Visitors Tourists and foreign politicians were only shown “model” schools, hospitals, and neighborhoods. This created a false image of prosperity, hiding the suffering of everyday Cubans who lived in extreme poverty. 7. Misconceptions About Socialism and Communism The conversation highlights how younger Americans often romanticize socialism without understanding its authoritarian outcomes. It emphasizes that socialist regimes destroy incentive, suppress faith, and strip away basic freedoms. The leaders of these systems live in luxury while the people remain impoverished. 8. The Human Cost Sonia stresses that the worst suffering was the inability of families to secure food and basic necessities for their children. Many Cubans survive by drinking sugar water to feel full. Average income was described as around $30 per month, making survival nearly impossible. 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.

Today we look at the the final part of an interview with a Chinese pastor recently released from prison, followed by some specific prayer requests for members and friends of Early Rain Church who have recently been arrested and harrassed. In China, it seems, persecution never sleeps. Let's pray for our brothers and sisters, as bound with them! I'm your China travel guide, Missionary Ben. Follow me on Twitter/X (@chinaadventures) where I present a new Chinese city or county to pray for every single day. Please send any questions or comments to a new, secure email: chinacompass@privacyport.com. Everything else can be found at PrayGiveGo.us! Why the Prison Pulpit? The goal is to remind people to pray for persecuted believers as Hebrews 13:3 teaches: “Remember those who are in prison, as bound with them.” We’ve looked at Wang Yi and Early Rain Church’s writings in the aftermath of their arrest and attack in 2018, but I’ve also regularly turned to other persecuted ministers who have gone before, such as Richard Wurmbrand, to give us a voice literally from prison. Interview with an Imprisoned Chinese Pastor (Part III) https://chinapartnership.org/blog/2026/01/persecuted-church/ Early Rain Church Prayer Requests (January 25-31) This week, we will pray for believers associated with Early Rain Covenant Church. Earlier this month, there was a series of large scale arrests similar to those in 2018. Seven church members were arrested and confined, while five other members were brought in for questioning and then released. Several of the people arrested are elders of the church. Pray for those who have been arrested and their families… Pray for brothers and sisters in Chengdu and Deyang who have been taken away, are missing, or are under surveillance at home. Pray for God to grant them peace and protection, and to experience God’s presence and strength amidst uncertainty and hardship. Especially pray for the families and children to experience God’s comfort and love in suffering. Pray for the Lord to preserve brothers and sisters in the church, to love one another, and to be united and show the witness of Christ in times of trouble. Pray for Sister Z, who was taken to jail with her husband. Their two children were taken in with them, and spent the first night at the police station. Now they have been temporarily placed with their grandmother. Pray for a seminary student who was arrested and beaten in Chengdu recently. Pray for God’s comfort and grace to be with him, that he would know the presence of the Lord even in suffering. Pray for comfort and strength for his wife, and for him to be released soon. Continue to pray for Pastor Wang Yi, who was arrested in 2018 and continues to serve time in prison. Pray for the Lord’s presence to be with him in prison, that he may even be a witness to those with him in jail, and for his family and church on the outside. Follow China Compass Thank you for listening! Subscribe and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform! There’s also a donation link at PrayforChina.us if you’d like to support our China ministry. For everything else, visit PrayGiveGo.us. Hebrews 13:3: Remember those who are in prison, “as bound with them”!

Basit Hammad is from a country where Christians face discrimination and persecution. Despite the risks, Basit chose to place his faith in Christ as a teenager. Now, he's preparing to return to his home country as a pilot to take the gospel to unreached people.Listen as Basit shares his story—and mission to reach others in the midst of persecution—on this episode of GPS: God. People. Stories. Connect with us through email at gps@billygraham.org or on Facebook at Billy Graham Radio.If you'd like to know more about beginning a relationship with Jesus Christ, or deepening the faith you already have, visit FindPeacewithGod.net. If you'd like to pray with someone, call our Billy Graham 24/7 Prayer Line at 855-255-7729. 

Ahmad Sharawi reports that Al Sharaa continues attacking minorities in Syria, with Kurds being driven back while the U.S. stands aside. The Druze community also faces assault as the new regime consolidates power through ethnic persecution despite initial promises of inclusive governance.1924 ALEPPO

To get a copy of our new book "Embracing the Truth" or to have TS Wright speak at your event or conference or if you simply want spiritual or life coaching or just a consultation visit:www.tswrightspeaks.comVisit our website to learn more about The God Centered Concept. The God Centered Concept is designed to bring real discipleship and spreading the Gospel to help spark the Great Harvest, a revival in this generation.www.godcenteredconcept.comKingdom Cross Roads Podcast is a part of The God Centered Concept.SummaryIn this message, TS Wright explores the significance of the church in Smyrna as depicted in Revelation 2:8-11. He emphasizes the encouragement Jesus offers to believers facing persecution and suffering, highlighting the concept of true wealth in faith rather than material possessions. The message underscores the importance of perseverance in faith, the rewards that await believers, and the call to pursue, promote, and persevere in their relationship with God.TakeawaysThis message is a message of encouragement.Believers may suffer, but it will be temporary.True wealth is not having money.Jesus recognizes the affliction and poverty of believers.Persecution can lead to the spread of the gospel.Faith should be the central aspect of our entire lives.Oppression breeds rebellion and curiosity about faith.The crown of life is a reward for faithfulness.Pursue God, promote God, persevere with God.The core of our faith should be centered on Jesus.

Segment 1 • Cities Church in Minnesota was invaded mid-service by protesters. Are you ready if it happens to your church? • Government is called to protect, but when it doesn't, the church must be prepared to respond wisely. • Are public disruptions and protests legal in sanctuaries? Here's what Christians need to know. Segment 2 • Inside info from Cities Church: they avoided escalating tension, showing restraint. • Yes, your church has legal protection under the FACE Act. • Should pastors confront protesters directly? Segment 3 • Document the disruption, but avoid emotional confrontation. • Have a plan: ushers, kids' ministry, security—every team should know exactly what to do. • Parents must be in the loop so that no one is confused if the occasion comes. Segment 4: The Blessing and Cost of Persecution • 1 Peter reminds us that persecution isn't a curse—it's a blessing and calling. • Persecution, though painful, draws us closer to Christ as we see the suffering he underwent for us. • Being hated for Christ's sake is a sign of God's favor. Prepare your heart to suffer well. ___ Thanks for listening! Wretched Radio would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Wretched Radio we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn't be more thankful for you if we tried!