On Sunday, May 7, Fulani militants attacked and kidnapped worshippers from the Bege Baptist Church in Kaduna state, Nigeria. The violent attack happened while believers gathered for Sunday worship. One of the congregants our field partners interviewed, shared that the attack was a living nightmare, “the Fulani militants came in their numbers and operated unhindered …
When an Iranian couple were interrogated and abused, they depended on prayer. Your support sustained them through years of persecution – and today their faith is as strong as ever.
Violent persecution has been increasing in Nigeria and kidnappings are becoming a common occurrence in the northern region of the country. While everyone living in the region is vulnerable to attacks and kidnappings, Christians are targeted specifically because of their faith.
Dhea is a Christian from a Muslim background living in South East Asia. She grew up in a strongly Islamic country, which we cannot specifically identify for security reasons. “From a very young age, I had the desire to please God,” she says. “I thought the best way to please Allah would be to follow …
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Nasser was arrested in Iran, just for attending a house church. He remains in prison to this day, but his faith continues to be strong.
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