Podcasts about Persecution

Ensure your hardships, the apostles say. What were those hardships? Persecution. Today we face our hardships demanding perseverance with faith.

Current persecution in India, Laos, Lebanon, Burkina Faso. Real people with real needs for your prayer.

With a heart to share the gospel, Kenneth Charles has experienced the different forms of persecution Christians in Pakistan face. Kenneth experienced the reality of being persecuted for Christ even as a young boy. He first learned of The Voice of the Martyrs through Tortured for Christ; the book was translated into Urdu by Kenneth's brother. Growing up in a Christian family living in an Islamic context, Kenneth knew persecution would come. When he was a young boy, a peer attacked him with a knife. He still bears the scar. Kenneth came to know Christ through a miraculous healing; a pastor then helped deepen his understanding of Biblical truth. The very next day, Kenneth was accompanying that pastor in ministry – sharing the gospel in villages around the country. Now, through God's Vision Ministries, which he founded, Kenneth is distributing audio Bibles in the Urdu language, conducting street ministry, and giving seminary training to church leaders throughout Pakistan—and even in other nations. Listen as Kenneth discusses the great need for leadership training in Pakistan and equipping believers there to answer questions from their Muslim neighbors—many of whom are curious about Christianity. Never miss an episode! Subscribe to the podcast.

On our journey through the Beatitudes, we have come to the place where many people sitting in the pews will most likely get off the bus. When Jesus says that we are blessed when we are persecuted, many begin to squirm in their seats, and their minds begin to go off into never-never land as they attempt to block out the truths of our faith journey. When you and I walk in the life that has been described in Matthew chapter 5, it's not a matter if we will be persecuted, but when.Jesus said that if the world hated Him it will also hate those of us who are following after Him. The darker and more distant our world gets from the life that Jesus calls us to live, we can expect the persecution to increase.  Here is where I believe comes the greatest falling away from the faith that the church encounters. It's that place where we become complacent and lukewarm. In our attempts to avoid persecution, we compromise on the foundational truths given to us in the Sermon on the Mount. All of the attributes of the Beatitudes culminate here at the crossroads of faith and persecution. Will you get off the bus or continue the journey in following Jesus Christ?

In this Bonus Episode, Jen will be joined by fellow podcast teammate Moread who handles the design and publishing for "Jesus Speaks Farsi."We love having Moread on the team for his insight and first-hand experience of Persian culture. Born and raised in Iran, he left the country as an adult and has since become a follower of Jesus. Today, Moread is passionate about sharing the story of what God is doing in his beloved homeland. In this episode, we'll be hearing a little of Iran's history, what caused the Islamic Revolution in 1979 and how the country has never been the same since. We hope you enjoy this conversation with Moread!For more information about the recent history and incredible growth of the Iranian church please visit elam.com/iran-story.For more information about our organization, please visit elam.com.

Martha practiced sorcery. It led to an illness that brought her to the brink of death. When doctors, magicians and spiritual healers could not make her well, the family reluctantly called on the local pastor. Find out what happened when the pastor was called, and what happened next.

God does not look for people only of a certain age to work through. He looks for hearts that are turned towards Him. Hear how God used several women who responded when He called.

Sarah was born almost entirely blind. One day while struggling to read her Bible, the Lord gave her a miraculous gift that changed her life.

When Beth accepted Christ her family turned against her, even imprisoning her. But, that wasn't the end of the story. Find out how the persecution affected her life.When Beth accepted Christ her family turned against her, even imprisoning her. But, that wasn't the end of the story. Find out how the persecution affected her life.

Mohammed had a vision of the Lord that led him away from a life devoted to Islam and straight to the Gospel where he encountered the Living God.

A church planter in India fasts and prays for a village. After God performs a miracle, the villagers all accept Christ.

A devout Hindu accepts Jesus and is healed from his severe epilepsy. When he turns his back on Christ, his epilepsy returns with devastating consequences.

When Simon, a young church planter, followed God's call to Lake Shala to plant a church. He jumped into community life, and soon found opportunities to share Jesus' love. Hear how God made way for a new church to be a light in the area.

Lundan was angry with the Christian missionary that came to his village. He wanted nothing to do with his religion and believed the only option was to kill the man and his message.

When the authorities shut down a house church, the faithful believers start meeting in a public park outside of the city.

God reaches an animist priest in a remote village in India, and his life is totally transformed. 

A pastor shares the Gospel with a remote tribe in the mountains of India. A church is established when the people experience first hand the power of God.

Confiscations, interrogations, and imprisonments - hear what's happening to believers in China today.

In 2007, this village suffered an outbreak of persecution so horrible, it was reported around the world. Now you can hear the rest of the story.

As a baby, he fell into a fire. Later he almost drowned. But, God had plans for this man. Listen to discover how God is using him today.

Pastor Adam admits his faith was weak, but God used his willingness to serve the Lord, even through persecution and imprisonment. Hear how God carried him through the difficulties and grew his faith.

A church planter in Ethiopia has little success evangelizing his community but refuses to give up.  It took several years of hard work to see the fruit of his efforts, but the Lord rewarded his faith and patience.

Gangster Jake was the leader of a gang of 500 in China.  God had other plans for this man. On this podcast Ron will tell you the miraculous story of how God took this gangster and changed him into a dedicated follower of Christ who, today, is a church planter in charge of 60 house churches.

Incredible things are happening in Ethiopia. Thousands upon thousands are leaving behind false religions and embracing the Gospel. Peter is one of those people. He is in awe of what's happening today. Though his life is in constant danger, God protects him - even when he walks between his enemies. Listen to just a few miraculous stories of God's powerful protection on this servant.

We discuss signs of the times, globalism, the rapture, tribulation, evil agendas of man, and the book by Pete Garcia and Terry James, The Disappearing. Daily podcast, relevant articles on issues pertaining to Christians and more can be found on Stand Up For The Truth.

Hebrews 2:10-18According to the author of Hebrews, Jesus was made perfect through suffering. Andrew and Edwin delve into the question prompted by this statement. Wasn't Jesus already sinlessly perfect? How could suffering make Him perfect?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=9665The 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/ 

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We discuss today's volatile climate and the abortion activist arson attack on her offices in Madison, WI Sunday; the SCOTUS 'Roe' draft leak, Democrat's response, lack of civility, federalism, and her refusal to be bullied to back down in the face of violent threats.  Daily podcast, relevant articles on issues pertaining to Christians and more can be found on Stand Up For The Truth.

Today we look at French Intelligence that intercepted communications. When a specific broadcast goes out, it's a signal to Diplomats to evacuate because nuclear missile launch has been ordered. Pastor Andrew Brunson also warns God's people for the coming persecution. Then Pastor Stan bring us new info on water levels and food Shortages. Finally we take a look at how diesel fuel shortage can even affect our electricity. 00:00 Stan’s Vision 03:46 France Has a Sudden Change of Tune 07:09 The Fall of America 10:17 Get Ready for Persecution 26:53 Emergency Steps to Delay Water Release 30:31 Soaring Fertilizer Prices 34:17 Shortages of Diesel and Electricity 36:24 Oval Office is being Avoided 37:20 Prophecy Club App 38:28 Joseph’s Kitchen

Today we look at French Intelligence that intercepted communications. When a specific broadcast goes out, it's a signal to Diplomats to evacuate because nuclear missile launch has been ordered. Pastor Andrew Brunson also warns God's people for the coming persecution. Then Pastor Stan bring us new info on water levels and food Shortages. Finally we take a look at how diesel fuel shortage can even affect our electricity. 00:00 Stan’s Vision 03:46 France Has a Sudden Change of Tune 07:09 The Fall of America 10:17 Get Ready for Persecution 26:53 Emergency Steps to Delay Water Release 30:31 Soaring Fertilizer Prices 34:17 Shortages of Diesel and Electricity 36:24 Oval Office is being Avoided 37:20 Prophecy Club App 38:28 Joseph’s Kitchen

A devotional study about the letters to the seven churches, focusing on the second church: Smyrna.Revelation 2:8 KJVAnd unto the angel of the church in Smyrna write; These things saith the first and the last, which was dead, and is alive;---During many of our podcasts, you will hear us make reference to “The Key Principles of Effective Bible Study,”  a document which outlines core concepts shown in the scriptures that will help you better understand many Biblical themes and doctrines.  We have done a whole podcast series on these principles which  can be found here.Lastly, we recommend that you check out https://TrueWisdom.buzzsprout.com for additional Bible Study podcasts, covering many different Bible topics, and done in a slightly different format from the podcasts on this channel.We pray that all of these resources will be very helpful to you in your Bible Studies.If you have any questions or comments, please send them to: BibleQuestions@ASBzone.comRelated Documents:Understanding the Messages to the Seven ChurchesRelated Podcasts:Judging vs CondemnationThe Hour of His Judgment is ComeThree Crucial MessagesAnother Angel — Warning RepeatedUnto the Church in EphesusUnto the Church in SmyrnaUnto the Church in PergamosUnto the Church in ThyatiraUnto the Church in SardisUnto the Church in PhiladelphiaUnto the Church in LaodiceaSupport the show

Fr. Mike touches on the sins of David, and how we can see ourselves in these fallen characters in scripture. God desires a relationship with us free from sin, and although it may be painful, he brings these things into the light not out of anger, but out of love. Today's readings are 2 Samuel 12, 1 Chronicles 16, and Psalm 51. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

Esther 3:1-15 | Power, Persecution, and Providence by park city church

Today we take a look at how Bird Flu hits the U.S and how Bizarre Disasters hit food plants. Food Shortages are on the horizon as container ships awaits to load export off Shanghai. Today Pastor Stan also shares how Britain adds more Nuclear Warheads to Trident Submarines and Biden also admitted that Washington had been exposed. 00:00 Vision from Stan Johnso

Today we take a look at how Bird Flu hits the U.S and how Bizarre Disasters hit food plants. Food Shortages are on the horizon as container ships awaits to load export off Shanghai. Today Pastor Stan also shares how Britain adds more Nuclear Warheads to Trident Submarines and Biden also admitted that Washington had been exposed. 00:00 Vision from Stan Johnso

Today we take a look at how Bird Flu hits the U.S and how Bizarre Disasters hit food plants. Food Shortages are on the horizon as container ships awaits to load export off Shanghai. Today Pastor Stan also shares how Britain adds more Nuclear Warheads to Trident Submarines and Biden also admitted that Washington had been exposed. 00:00 Vision from Stan Johnso

Today we take a look at how Bird Flu hits the U.S and how Bizarre Disasters hit food plants. Food Shortages are on the horizon as container ships awaits to load export off Shanghai. Today Pastor Stan also shares how Britain adds more Nuclear Warheads to Trident Submarines and Biden also admitted that Washington had been exposed. 00:00 Vision from Stan Johnso

In this Mother's Day episode, Nikole has a vulnerable moment sharing her thoughts on Mother's Day as an adult orphan and as a single mother. A bonus clip of an intimate voice recording of her "Mommy" is featured on this week's episode along with a moment of bonding over a new project with Lee. Three generations of women in one episode, you're in for a treat!

In Week Three of WIND + FIRE, Pastor Lee Cummings returns with a powerful word called Power, Persecution, and Counter-Cultural Living that you do not want to miss. Sermon Highlights Acts 4:1-22 (ESV) “And as they were speaking to the people, the priests and the captain of the temple and the Sadducees came upon them, 2 greatly annoyed because they were teaching the people and proclaiming in Jesus the resurrection from the dead. 3 And they arrested them and put them in custody until the next day, for it was already evening. 4 But many of those who had heard the word believed, and the number of the men came to about five thousand. 5 On the next day their rulers and elders and scribes gathered together in Jerusalem, 6 with Annas the high priest and Caiaphas and John and Alexander, and all who were of the high-priestly family. 7 And when they had set them in the midst, they inquired, “By what power or by what name did you do this?” 8 Then Peter, filled with the Holy Spirit, said to them, “Rulers of the people and elders, 9 if we are being examined today concerning a good deed done to a crippled man, by what means this man has been healed, 10 let it be known to all of you and to all the people of Israel that by the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, whom you crucified, whom God raised from the dead—by him this man is standing before you well. 11 This Jesus is the stone that was rejected by you, the builders, which has become the cornerstone. 12 And there is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given among men by which we must be saved.” 13 Now when they saw the boldness of Peter and John, and perceived that they were uneducated, common men, they were astonished. And they recognized that they had been with Jesus. 14 But seeing the man who was healed standing beside them, they had nothing to say in opposition. 15 But when they had commanded them to leave the council, they conferred with one another, 16 saying, “What shall we do with these men? For that a notable sign has been performed through them is evident to all the inhabitants of Jerusalem, and we cannot deny it. 17 But in order that it may spread no further among the people, let us warn them to speak no more to anyone in this name.” 18 So they called them and charged them not to speak or teach at all in the name of Jesus. 19 But Peter and John answered them, “Whether it is right in the sight of God to listen to you rather than to God, you must judge, 20 for we cannot but speak of what we have seen and heard.” 21 And when they had further threatened them, they let them go, finding no way to punish them, because of the people, for all were praising God for what had happened. 22 For the man on whom this sign of healing was performed was more than forty years old.” How to become a counter-cultural people: I. It requires seeing life through a different lens II. It requires a radically different response III. It requires a willingness to suffer in the short-term What is counter-cultural? A culture in which the values expressed and promoted are in potential or actual opposition to those of the dominant culture, sometimes amounting to a wholesale rejection of that culture A Kingdom of God focus will agitate the world around you, because you are both confronting it's brokenness and demonstrating a superior way

Throughout the Middle East, Muslims are surrendering their lives to Christ—in spite of family pressure and overt persecution. VOM's Middle East regional leader, Aaron Miller, shares stories from the region, and how we can pray for Christian brothers and sisters there. Join as Aaron discusses the situation for church planting in Turkey and the persecution in a place where being Muslim is seen as part of one's national identity. You'll also hear about a young husband who was training to be an Imam, qualified to teach the Quran, but has become a devoted follower of Christ. Facing persecution from their family, he and his wife have found a new family through fellow believers. Aaron will also share the intensity of persecution in Iraq, where lawlessness runs rampant. He will equip us to pray for the believers there. There are many individual cases of persecution—often coming from one's own family. Aaron shares the heartbreaking story of a young daughter persecuted by her own father—all to punish her mother for leaving Islam to follow Jesus. Aaron reminds us that as God's Kingdom advances, the enemy will fight back. Yet we see God's kingdom prevailing and spreading throughout the Middle East. Pray for these dear families and churches living for Christ in spite of the cost. Pray for gospel workers in the region, and for VOM international ministry staff, that they would be renewed in their faith as they see and hear stories of persecution and seek to encourage believers living through it. Never miss an episode! Subscribe to the podcast.

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Rev. Peter Ill, pastor at Trinity Lutheran Church in Millstadt, IL, joins host Rev. Timothy Appel to study Acts 4:23-37. In response to their persecution, Peter and John gather with the Church to pray. They address God as the Creator of all things who has revealed Himself in the Scriptures and in His Son, Jesus. They pray from Psalm 2, recognizing that God has fulfilled His promise to reign by the resurrection of Jesus. They ask God to continue to keep His promise from Psalm 2 and to make them bold by the Holy Spirit to proclaim the Gospel. God answers their prayer and continues to build the Church together in the Word of Christ. Just as they share the Word in common, so they use their possessions to help each other. Barnabas serves as a positive example of a Christian who gave his own possessions in service of the Church; he will play a role later in the book of Acts. Christians still love each other according to Christ's own command, even if the way in which this happens varies from one place to the next. “To the End of the Earth” is a mini-series on Sharper Iron that goes through the book of Acts. In his second volume, St. Luke records all the things that Jesus continued to do through the ministry of His Church. By the end of the book, the proclamation of the Lord's Word that began in Jerusalem grows all the way to Rome. By God's grace, even now, that same Word is proclaimed to us.

The incredible story of a disciple and elder in the church of Smyrna who happily lay his life down for Christ during the first century AD.

Joe and Dawn are back on VOM Radio share what the Lord has been doing through their discipleship training and Bible smuggling ministry in the Middle East. They will also share how God opened a new door to ministry among women trapped in prostitution. Joe and Dawn are involved in Bible delivery to persecuted Christians in Iran. Believers targeted by the Iranian regime face the challenging choice to flee the country or stay, knowing they could be imprisoned for their faith. A Christian sister has recently begun a two-year prison sentence, yet she reported to prison excited about the ministry opportunities God had prepared for her in prison. In spite of so much Christian persecution, thousands of Iranians are choosing to follow Christ. Joe says that for many of them, “Islam is getting old.” It is exciting for Joe and Dawn to be involved in the great harvest of church growth happening among people of the Middle East. There are also burdens Joe and Dawn carry as they labor in this ministry work. Listen to hear how they choose to give their anxieties to the Lord each day, and how they think about raising their children in a “dangerous” part of the world. They will share some of the key lessons they want their children to notice in their lives and in God's work around them. Last time they visited VOM Radio, Joe shared his testimony of how he met Jesus as a prisoner through God's Word, and how his life was completely changed. Listen here as he tells how God transformed him from a prisoner and criminal into a committed follower of Christ. Joe and Dawn will also encourage you to pray for open doors to deliver Bibles across all parts of Iran, and for their family during a season of rest and Sabbath with the Lord. Never miss an episode! Subscribe to the Podcast

In the last chapters of 1 Samuel, Fr. Mike focuses on David's wisdom in battle through his prayer and ability to unite the people of Israel. He also touches on Psalm 18 and how wonderful things can happen once we allow ourselves to be loved by God. Today's readings are 1 Samuel 29-31 and Psalm 18. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

Fr. Mike uses King Saul as an example that God does not un-choose those he has chosen, and never loses faith in us. Even if we feel someone is in power unjustly, it's God who decides who holds power, not us. Today's readings are 1 Samuel 24 and Psalm 57. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.