By: Laura Bennett
For the last 31 years, Open Doors has released their World Watch List, detailing the countries where persecution against Christians is most prolific.
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Christian Persecution on the Rise Globally, but Hope Exists
By: Laura Bennett
Christians have long been persecuted for their faith, but according to the Open Doors annual World Watch List report, rates of violence and hostility toward Christians have increased dramatically with 365 milllion Christians now oppressed because of their religious beliefs.
5 Lessons Western Christians Should Learn from Persecuted Christians
By: Akos Balogh
I was born behind the Iron Curtain.
But like millions of others, my parents decided to flee our communist homeland to escape oppression.
Torture, Rejection and Love? – The Power of Prayer
By: Murray Noble
When Khan* found Jesus, he was forced to live a Christian life in secrecy. That was until he decided to be baptised.
Persecution Goes Digital: Christians Targeted with Technology
By: Clare Bruce
The Christian non-profit Open Doors is urging Australians to increase their prayer and support for the persecuted church, as believers are targeted with surveillance and biometric technology.
50 Worst Countries for Christian Persecution: Bad News Story With Good News Twist
By: Warren Nunn
Worldwide Christian persecution is increasing, but that is actually good news according to Open Doors, the organisation that has been helping suffering believers since 1955.
My Good Good Father
By: Yvette Cherry
The woman had told several lies about me. Rumours circulated and the hurt grew. I was not who she claimed I was, but she was angry and hurting and it was easiest to blame me.
North Korea, Egypt and Pakistan All Have a Problem—and it’s Affecting Millions
By Tim Reid | Open Doors
Following Jesus is a pretty comfortable option in Australia—but for over 215 million Christians around the world (that’s one in every 12 believers), it now means high levels of persecution.