Christian Emergency Podcast

Christianity has exploded inside Iran over recent decades. But that growth has been met by a severe response from the Islamic regime. What is it like to be a Christian in Iran? How does the Gospel of Jesus Christ continue to be proclaimed when the persecution climate is so intense?
Mansour Borji, of Article 18, joins Andy on this episode of the Christian Emergency Podcast to answer these questions and more. Mansour grew up in Iran as an unbeliever, but after hearing the Gospel he gave his life to Christ. As a young Christian under a hostile government, Mansour saw the fallout of persecution decades ago. Since that time, he has sought to train up and champion Christians inside Iran.
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Article 18 (Nonprofit Organization): https://articleeighteen.com/
Twitter: @mansourborji
Twitter: @articleeighteen
Facebook: @articleeighteen
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Soli Deo Gloria

Many Christians today recognize that all is not well. There are problems in our communities, our culture and even our churches. But what can biblical Christians do in the face of these challenges?
Douglas Wilson - pastor, theologian, author, serial ministry founder and cultural commentator - joins the Christian Emergency Alliance to answer these questions and more. He shares his thoughts on the most pressing needs for Christians today, and offers sage advice on how to begin thinking holistically. The ability to think in wholes, not parts, is what allows him to often spot trends before others perceive them.  He opens up about how you can develop your own capacity for worldview thinking, so you can do the same.
What does Pastor Wilson think is on the horizon for Christians? How will this affect the type of pressures or persecutions Christians can anticipate? What traps lie on the path for biblical Christians, and how can we avoid falling into them? Listen in to this encore episode of the Christian Emergency Podcast to find out.
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To learn more about resources mentioned in this episode, see the following.
Blog and Mablog (Blog by Douglas Wilson): https://dougwils.com/
Swords and Shovels (Video for New Saint Andrews College): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GHz3qXuxy6A
Future Men: Raising Boys to Fight Giants, by Douglas Wilson (Book): https://canonpress.com/products/future-men-raising-boys-to-fight-giants/
Rules for Reformers, by Douglas Wilson (Book): https://canonpress.com/products/rules-for-reformers/
Canon Press (Christian Publishing House): https://canonpress.com/
Association of Classical Christian Schools: https://classicalchristian.org/
How Should We Then Live?, by Francis A. Shaeffer (Book): https://www.christianbook.com/should-live-labri-50th-anniversary-edition/francis-schaeffer/9781581345360/pd/345364?event=ESRCN
Christian Emergency Alliance: https://www.christianemergency.com/
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Soli Deo Gloria

Faith Cha’s mother and grandmother fled North Korea for their lives. Miraculously, they survived the violence when many around them did not. Not only did they survive, but God crossed their paths with Christians who helped them.
These believers—normal people of no renown—played huge roles in the lives of these women by small acts of kindness and grace. These blessings not only helped these women fleeing North Korea, but also the next generation. Faith herself was richly blessed by kind Christians who loved and encouraged her as a refugee kid, confused in a strange, new country.
Through this journey and divine interactions, a spiritual legacy was born. In time, Faith and her husband carried forth that spiritual legacy in surprising, but fitting, ways. They crossed the globe to make Christ known to Muslims in Central Asia. And today they help others minister to refugees, just as others once helped her frightened mom and grandma.
Be encouraged. This testimony reminds us that even our smallest acts of kindness can make powerful impacts in the lives of others. God can use them to transform lives, families, communities and even generations.
To learn more about resources mentioned in this episode, see the following.
Crescent Project (Ministry): https://www.crescentproject.org/
Christian Emergency Alliance: https://www.christianemergency.com/
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Soli Deo Gloria

How can you learn to sense God’s leading when pressures abound? How can you take action when you don’t know how things will play out?
David Eubank, a former U.S. Special Forces soldier and founder of the Free Burma Rangers, joined the Christian Emergency Podcast in this encore episode to answer these questions and more. In a free ranging discussion, learn how God prepared David and his family to serve vulnerable people in conflict zones around the world. From the decades-old civil war in Burma, to the warzones of Iraq, Syria and Sudan, David has been through a lot.
Listen in and discover how his insights—though honed in dangerous areas—can speak into situations you face, regardless of where you live. Followers of Christ are called to exhibit faith, love and action, even in tough times. Today’s episode can help you do so, whether the trials are extreme or mild.
Don't forget to check out the documentary detailing David's work with the Free Burma Rangers. Or his book, which describes the Free Burma Rangers in the Battle for Mosul. 
To learn more about resources mentioned in this episode, see the following.
Free Burma Rangers (Website): https://www.freeburmarangers.org/
Free Burma Rangers (Documentary): https://deidoxfilms.org/programs/free-burma-rangers-movie
Do This For Love: Free Burma Rangers in the Battle of Mosul (Book), by David Eubank and Hosannah Valentine: https://www.freeburmarangers.org/do-this-for-love/
Christian Emergency Alliance: https://www.christianemergency.com/
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Soli Deo Gloria

In many countries today, “privilege” has become a loaded term. But in the midst of a dying world, those saved by the Gospel truly are privileged. The Gospel of Jesus Christ has the power to transform our lives, communities and eternal futures. But Gospel Privilege also requires us to walk a road of sacrifice, suffering and faith. What does that look like for you?
David Joannes, a missionary in Southeast Asia, joins Andy on this episode of the Christian Emergency Podcast to unpack this concept of Gospel Privilege. David has served for over 20 years in southeast Asia and is passionate to see unreached people groups gain access to the Gospel.
David borrows from his experiences - such as smuggling Bibles in China, being interrogated, or serving in conflict zones - to help us understand how we can live joyful, faithful lives despite challenges. He threads history, theology and missions together to help us better understand our task. This context and insight will help you rise to your calling to live Gospel-privileged lives.
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To learn more about resources mentioned in this episode, see the following.
David Joannes (Website): www.davidjoannes.com
David Joannes (Twitter): @davidjoannes
Gospel Privilege: The Unearned Advantage that’s meant for Everyone (Book), by David Joannes: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0998061182/
Tears of the Saints (Music Video): https://youtu.be/VtQbzRmmMfk
Within Reach Global (Ministry Website): https://withinreachglobal.org
Free Burma Rangers (Ministry Website): https://www.freeburmarangers.org/
Joshua Project (Missions Information Website): https://joshuaproject.net/
Christian Emergency Alliance: https://www.christianemergency.com/
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Soli Deo Gloria